Elvis fest still shaking up Porthcawl 20 years on

28 September 2024

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It is the 20th anniversary of the Porthcawl Elvis Festival
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Black quiff and shirt, check; shades, check; big sideburns, check for Elvis and mini Elvis
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There are over 1,000 shows during the Porthcawl event
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Fans from across the globe gather in honour of "the King of Rock 'n' Roll"
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Elvis tribute acts are sometimes dubbed ETAs
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The event attracts 40,000 visitors to the seaside town every year
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There are now sister festivals in other countries showcasing Elvis talent

Thousands of Elvis fans are ready to Rock Around The Clock at Europe's biggest celebration of the star.

Marking its 20th anniversary this year, the Porthcawl Elvis Festival has left the town All Shook Up since its 2004 launch.

Just 500 came that year but people Can't Help Falling In Love with the event which now attracts tens of thousands of people.

If you can't get there this weekend, fingers crossed it will be back next year - Viva Las Porthcawl!

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