It's been confirmed, the popular Elvis rugby match will return in 2025! It's a performance like no other so if you're looking for something lighthearted on Friday night, a group of local rugby players sporting Elvis jumpsuits, wigs and all, have you covered. They on the other hand, may not be fully covered come the final whistle. Head down to Pioneer Oval from 6.30pm to watch the Reddy Teddies and Blue Suede Shoes go head-to-head in this annual ruck 'n roll. As an unofficial event during the festival, it's certainly not for the faint-hearted, you may see some players Easy Come and Easy Go. "We continue to hold the concept that it is not part of the official program, just a bunch of mates getting together for a game of footy down at the park," said original player Chris Summerhayes, who's captained the Reddy Teddies for a number of years. Either way the spectacle continues to draw crowds each year but brace yourself there's nothing sophisticated about this performance.
