General Hospital looks back on another unforgettable weekend at Graceland

For a show that’s been spinning heartbreak and heroics for decades, General Hospital still knows how to throw a party. From the buildup to explosive Port Charles storylines to fan events that are more like family reunions than conventions, the show has cultivated a special relationship with its audience. That bond was on display recently at its latest Fan Celebration in Memphis— a lively weekend that reminded everyone just how much heart this show carries, on and off the screen.

General Hospital memories in Memphis

On the General Hospital Instagram page, the team wrote, “Another #GeneralHospital Fan Celebration at [Graceland] is behind us, and we had an absolute blast in Memphis with everyone who joined us. Is anyone else already planning next year’s trip?” There were numerous photos depicting the fun time that was had, including cast selfies, selfies with the fans, everyone preparing backstage, and simply hanging out, enjoying themselves. There was even a special treat as Giovanni Mazza (Gio) played both the violin and the guitar (separately, of course).

From that single post, the floodgates opened. Fans poured in from every corner of the map to relive the joy — and to start plotting their next pilgrimage to Graceland. “@apro_28 You guys are all amazing! I hope to join you next year!” one fan said, echoing the anticipation. Another added, “@jessybrownsugar24 Looks like everyone had a great time!” It was less a comment section, more a collective scrapbook of smiles.

The excitement stretched beyond the nostalgia. “@krisyiver Great cast and thrilled to have Kelly T back,” one viewer posted, while another, “@anthonyw82119 Wait wait wait!!!! Gio plays guitar and violin?! Is there anything he can’t do??” turned the thread into an open love letter to General Hospital’s younger generation. Even those who couldn’t make it chimed in with simple, warm notes: “@su2san I want to go next year!” and “@shel_b55 Looks so fun! Love my [General Hospital] fam!!!”

For a show set in a fictional city, General Hospital has never felt more real — or more communal. Fans talked like they were catching up with old friends, swapping favorites, memories, and a shared promise: next year, we’re there. (Check out the Halloween fun that was had at Graceland.)

A family that keeps growing

What makes events like this land isn’t just celebrity glow or nostalgia — it’s the easy familiarity. One fan, “@teresa_meisinger,” summed it up perfectly: “I want to go to Graceland so bad. Been wanting to for a long time. Elvis is my 8th cousin. Yahoo!!” Another, “@cincitichic,” brought the kind of humor and enthusiasm that defines GH fandom: “So much fun you guys! Gio! We WANT to see and hear Gio play again! Also! Let him play the guitar tooooo!!!”

That same mix of laughter, affection, and playful debate kept the thread buzzing. “@hazeshady1980 I loved the duet Giovanni did with Braedyn singing. Nurses Ball next year?” wrote one. And while most fans were basking in the afterglow, a few were already asking the practical questions that come with any great event: “@ferguss55 What’s next year's date??” (Take a look at Kelly Thiebaud’s awesome time at Graceland.)

General Hospital can be seen weekdays on ABC and Hulu.