Annual Heritage Blues & Gospel Festival
Thu, Sep 10 – Sat, Sep 12, 2026 • 6:00pm - 9:00pm
8th Street, Cairo, IL 62914
Heritage Blues & Gospel Festival in historic downtown Cairo, showcasing historical roots of beauty and the arts.
Enjoy food and resource vendors, giveaways, a parade, and plenty of live music.
Thursday, September 10th Gospel night kicks off on Heritage Foundation Stage (8th & Ohio)
Friday, September 11th blues music from 5 to 9PM
Saturday, September 7th starts with a parade at 1PM- (start 20th & Washington Ave, ends on 8th Street) followed by a lineup of music.
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