Cooly Rocks On

Jun 4 - Jun 8

Returning from 4 – 8 June 2025, join us as we celebrate the motors, music and lifestyle of yesteryear at Cooly Rocks On!

The ultimate celebration of music, motors and lifestyle is back as Cooly Rocks On gears up for 2025 with the announcement of an all-star lineup of Elvis Tribute Artists and the release of the highly anticipated VIP Legends Passes.

The festival’s annual Elvis Precinct will be all shook up come June, when some of the world’s best Elvis Tribute Artists take to the stage including the highly acclaimed Jay Dupuis and Ted Torres Martin from the USA, the 2024 Cooly Rocks On Elvis Tribute Artist Contest winner Toki Toyokazu from Japan, New Zealand’s Che Orton, and Australia’s own Jack Gatto.

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Performing at Cooly Rocks On for the first-time, world-renowned Jay Dupuis, will bring his southern American charm and electrifying performance to Coolangatta. A former Ultimate World Champion, Jay is sure to break hearts all over.

“I’m extremely excited to be performing at Cooly Rocks On, on the Gold Coast next year,” Jay Dupuis said. “It’s the pinnacle of festivals and the Gold Coast is just so beautiful. I consider myself lucky to have this amazing opportunity to be part of such a monumental event.”

Fresh from his Las Vegas residency is the globally adored Ted Torres Martin. Another of the world’s best, Ted has toured extensively performing in multiple stage and film productions and will now bring his unique portrayal of The King to the Gold Coast.

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“I cannot wait to be a part of the Cooly Rocks On Festival in 2025!” Ted Torres Martin said. “I am very much looking forward to bringing some of my authentic performances to all the amazing Elvis fans on the Gold Coast. See you all soon!”

Adding to the international lineup is 2024 Cooly Rocks On Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist (UETA) winner “Japanese Elvis” Toki.

Fan favourite from New Zealand, Che Orton, returns after taking out the win in 2023 along with being ranked in the top five Elvis Tribute Artists in the world at Memphis’ Elvis Week in 2024.

In hot demand and back for a fifth year is not to be missed exclusive VIP Legends Passes which will be available via Pre Sale at 9am on Wednesday 11 December followed by General Sale at 9am AEST on Thursday 12 December.

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VIP Legends Passes offer devout Elvis fans the VIP treatment as they roll out their blue suede shoes for the red carpet over the five-day festival.  Pass holders gain access to all three rounds of the UETA Contest, post-show meet and greets, and exclusive VIP seating.

Along with daily exclusive events including the VIP opening event by Pancake Diner and annual Elvis Karaoke after party, as well as memorabilia bags and more. Valued at over $1000, the VIP Legends Passes are just $499 plus booking fee.

Produced by Experience Gold Coast, Cooly Rocks On turns back the clock again from 4-8 June transforming Coolangatta into a retro wonderland over the five-day festival giving visitors the opportunity to take a trip down memory lane and see the best of rock ‘n’ roll, rockabilly and swing.

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“Next year’s festival promises to be bigger and better than ever, with world-class performers, classic cars, and plenty of rock ‘n’ roll magic taking over this iconic beachside destination,” Experience Gold Coast CEO John Warn said. “We can’t wait to welcome back fans from across the globe.”

“Cooly Rocks On has become Australia’s favourite celebration of all things nostalgia, and every year we add new elements into the festival program to broaden the appeal for nostalgia fans,” Festival Director Mark Duckworth said. “This announcement of incredible International Elvis Tribute Artists is the beginning of another exciting program of music across the festival precinct.”

With a fan base that continues to grow, the 2025 program will see the return of festival favourites including the Cooly Rocks On Pin-Up Pageant and one of Australia’s largest showcases of cars including classics, hot rods, customs and muscle cars.