70 Years of “Blue Suede Shoes.”

CElebrated in the Birthplace of Rockabilly

Step into the sound that changed music forever. From April 24–26, 2026, Jackson, Tennessee, hometown of the legendary Carl Perkins, will host the inaugural Blue Suede Rockabilly Weekend, a three-day celebration of music, heritage, and rockabilly style.

Live bands, classic cars, vintage vendors, and themed eats and drinks will fill the city of Jackson as fans from across the country gather to honor the 70th anniversary of “Blue Suede Shoes.”

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Visiting Jackson, Tennessee

  • Easy Access

    Fly direct to Jackson (MKL) from Atlanta (ATL) and Chicago (ORD), or make it an easy regional drive.

  • Proximity to Music Legends

    Visit nearby Graceland, Sun Studio, Beale Street, the Country Music Hall of Fame, and the Grand Ole Opry as part of your Tennessee music journey

  • The Birthplace of Rockabilly

    Explore the places, people, and stories that shaped the King of Rockabilly, Carl Perkins

  • 70 Years of “Blue Suede Shoes”

    Celebrating Carl Perkins’ timeless hit, right in his hometown

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Weekend at a Glance

Friday, April 24

  • Evening welcome and VIP event (limited capacity, VIP ticket required)

  • Blue Suede Trail kick off. The Blue Suede Trail is a curated experience of local restaurants and shops offering themed food, drinks, and products inspired by the 1950s era.

  • Carnegie Museum tours of Carl Perkins memorabilia.

Saturday, April 25

  • Vintage Car Show

  • Vintage vendors

  • Rockabilly bands on stage at Hub City Brewing

  • Rockabilly dance workshop

  • Blue Suede Trail continues

  • Pin-up contest

  • Carnegie Museum tours of Carl Perkins memorabilia.

  • Q&A with Stan Perkins (Carl’s son)

sunday, April 26

  • Cars and Coffee Social

  • Brunch meet-ups, last-minute shopping, and photo stops

  • Unveiling of Carl Perkins documentary

Events are subject to change.

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Event passes, T-shirts, and exclusive VIP events are available. VIP access is limited, so secure your spot early!

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