

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: ELTON JOHN vs BILLY JOEL - Whanganui
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 09:30 am (+12:00)
- **Event Description**: Back by popular demand NZ’s Award-Winning Hit Tribute Show “Elton John vs. Billy Joel” Returns to Whanganui, 9th May!

Whanganui War Memorial Theatre - 
9th May 2026 - 7.30pm

Back by popular demand! After a string of sold-out shows across the country, Elton John vs. Billy Joel returns to the Royal Opera House Whanganui this September for one unforgettable night of music, memories, and magic.

Join acclaimed Kiwi performers Cam and Sam for an intimate live experience as they celebrate two of the greatest singer-songwriters of all time — Elton John and Billy Joel. You’ll hear all the iconic hits: Piano Man, Rocket Man, Uptown Girl, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road, We Didn’t Start the Fire, Bennie and the Jets, She’s Always a Woman, Crocodile Rock, and many more.

With careers spanning over two decades, Cam and Sam are seasoned professionals who have performed on national television, commercial radio, and have featured on the NZ music charts. Their captivating tribute features dazzling costumes, two grand pianos (in classic black and white), a stunning light show, and a healthy dose of cheeky banter — all delivered with show-stopping energy and musical flair.

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or discovering the legends for the first time, this is a night of music not to be missed. Bring your singing voice, your dancing shoes, and get ready for a piano man extravaganza like no other!

Tickets selling fast – book now!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/wanganui/elton-john-vs-billy-joel-whanganui/200029666452215
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, performances, live-music, art, theatre
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 10

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://premier.ticketek.co.nz/Shows/Show.aspx?sh=EJVSBJP26&utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=wanganui-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Wanganui
- **state**: MW
- **country**: New Zealand
- **location**: Whanganui War Memorial Centre
- **lat**: -39.932277630176
- **long**: 175.05302965651
- **full address**: Whanganui War Memorial Centre, 9 Watt St, Wanganui, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Elton John vs. Billy Joel Tribute (https://allevents.in/org/elton-john-vs-billy-joel-tribute/21252611)

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: banner
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- **Alt text**: thumbnail
  - **Image URL**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=ELTON+JOHN+vs+BILLY+JOEL+-+Whanganui&date=09+May

## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 09 May, 2026 at 09:30 am (+12:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Whanganui War Memorial Centre, 9 Watt St, Wanganui, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Elton John vs. Billy Joel Tribute
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** music, entertainment, performances, live-music, art, theatre
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about ELTON JOHN vs BILLY JOEL - Whanganui ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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