This is a request from the Grateful Dead community to allow camping for the duration of The Dead’s final performances over July 4th weekend. During this long Independence Day Weekend we all know the safest thing to do - is NOT to drive, to keep away from cars and the open roads altogether. Many of us will be coming into Chicago from out of town and represent a unique opportunity for the local community.
The Grateful Dead is widely regarded as one of the most patriotic bands in all of American history and this 50th Anniversary show during the July 4th weekend will be truly an All American event – inclusive of all races, tribes, and traditions. The America built by all of us together.
It would be the safest thing for the city of Chicago and the Deadhead community to allow overnight camping