What is Elvisฎ Explosion?
Once a year, Elvis fans from around the world descend upon La Crosse, Wisconsin for a weekend full of Elvis music performed by the top Elvis entertainers today. Hosted by
the multi-talented Elvis Tribute Artist, entertainer Ronny Craig, the weekend includes:
- National showcase & contest featuring the worlds top Elvis Tribute Artists
- Mississippi River cruises on the Island Girl Yacht with your favorite Elvises (Elvi?)
- Great jam sessions at the La Crosse Center
- Exciting contests
- Silent Auction benefiting the Children's Miracle Network
The La Crosse Wisconsin Elvis Explosion is one of the top Elvis competitions
in the world and the winner automatically qualifies to compete in the "Images of
the King" competition in Memphis, TN. Over 100 hopeful Elvis artists try
out for a coveted competition spot but only 30 are selected to compete in four
shows over the 3 day event.
I auditioned more than 100 Elvi and trimmed them down to the best Elvi and the most entertaining. Some have the voice, some have the look. I go for the total package - look, voice, mannerisms and over all appearance on stage," he said. Of the entertainers and competitors at the Explosion, Craig said about half are full-time impersonators and the other half moonlight as Elvis. - La Crosse Tribune, by Autumn Grooms
Ronny Craig is a past runner-up in the Images of the King competition, a worldwide Elvis Impersonator Championship held each year in Memphis, TN, which draws 100s of professionals from around the world. Ronny is the premier emcee for major national and international Elvis events all over the world.
What is the "Aloha from Hawaii" Elvis Explosion Cruise?
Saturday, September 19, 2009, join Dwight Icenhower and other Elvis "Great Pretenders"
on the Island Girl Yacht for an up close and personal Elvis experience.
Enjoy Elvis karaoke as you cruise the Mississippi River. In addition to the fun and excitement of Elvis Explosion, you'll also get to see a number of
beautiful sights and natural wildlife.
SkipperLiner Industries & Island Girl Cruises has been proudly hosting the
"Aloha from Hawaii" Mississippi River Cruise
as part of the La Crosse Elvis Explosion for many years.
We expect this two-hour Hawaiian event to sell out, so please purchase your tickets early (the first tickets
sold in February!)
Now departing from French Island, adjacent to Huck Finn's Restaurant on the water.
Buy your tickets in advance and click here for directions
to our location.
More La Crosse Elvis Explosion Resources
Find more Elvis Tribute Artists at the
Elvis
Entertainers Network - the first all Elvis booking agency and referral service
on the Internet.
Elvisฎ and Elvis Presley are registered trademarks of Elvis Presley Enterprises Inc.
About the Island Girl Yacht
You'll be cruising along with Elvis in comfort & style! The Island Girl Yacht is beautiful, modern, and luxurious. From the full-service bar to the climate controlled cabins, you'll enjoy a unique cruising experience.
Guests may also choose to enjoy the open deck areas upfront as well as on the upper deck facing the rear.
The Island Girl offers regular cruises to the public from La Crosse, WI and Winona, MN. Please join us for other cruises like our Wine Tasting Cruises, Champagne Brunch Cruises, and more.
Check our full cruise calendar to see all of our offerings. We look forward to seeing you soon.
Don't forget, Island Girl Yacht Cruises is a great choice for any holiday, featuring special cruises on holidays like our
July 4th La Crosse Fireworks Cruise!
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