Graveyard Blues Tour

Saturday, September 9, 9:00 to 3PM. Hosted by Friends of the Calumet-Sag Trail

So, who was Magic Sam?

Find out on a bicycle tour that  explores the deep heritage of Chicago Blues interred in Blue Island and Alsip. Stand among the ghosts of Magic Sam, Muddy Waters, Hound Dog Taylor, Willie Dixon and many others while you learn how Chicago electric blues of the 50's seeded the rise of Rock & Roll in the 1960's.

LIMITED TO 110 RIDERS! Pre-register $20; otherwise $30 after August 31.

We start at Blue Island Beer Co. and pedal on quiet streets to three historic cemeteries near the Cal-Sag Trail: Burr Oak, Restvale and Lincoln. Blues artist and historian Harmonica Neil meets us graveside to share stories and music of these Chicago blues legends.

The route is an easy 22 miles at a relaxed, nobody-gets-left-behind pace. Refreshments and SAG support.  We’ll return to Blue Island Beer Co. for snacks and craft beer. If you hang around afterwards, you can catch a unique 5 PM show.

The Harmonica Neil Band with very special guest Jimmy Johnson

Saturday, September 9 at 5 PM, Blue Island Beer Co.

Blue Island Beer Co. is at 13357 Olde Western Ave in Blue Island; ample parking and easy access from both the Metra Rock Island and Metra Electric lines. 

Rain date: There is no rain date, but the 5 PM show is a certainty.

Preregister at:  www.calsagtrail.org

Sponsored by Friends of the Calumet-Sag Trail. For more info, email: friends@calsagtrail.org