Bluff City Cemetery Walk in Elgin
Sat, Sep 27 – Sun, Sep 28, 2025 • 3:00pm - 1:30pm
945 Bluff City Boulevard, Elgin, IL 60120
Visitors will be guided on a tour that showcases gravesites of former residents portrayed by actors in period costumes.
The annual Bluff City Cemetery Walk in Elgin has been a tradition since 1987. It is organized by volunteers and staff of the Elgin History Museum. The event attracts hundreds of people to enjoy an outdoor theatrical performance and the beauty of the Bluff City Cemetery grounds.
The event also seeks to educate people about Elgin’s unique history and the importance of preserving cemeteries.
Tickets are timed entry tickets rather than open all-day tickets, so choose the best show time for you.
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