‘Deadheads’ ask to camp out during band’s Chicago concerts
CHICAGO (AP) – Some Grateful Dead fans are asking for fans to be allowed to camp out overnight in parking lots near Chicago’s Soldier Field during the band’s three concerts there in July.
Soldier Field spokesman Luca Serra said there’ll be an evaluation with police and others over the coming weeks. He said safety is priority.
Fans said it would be safer to let them stay in the area during the band’s 50th anniversary shows.
Jeremy Davis, of Florida, started an online petition asking that overnight parking be allowed in lots surrounding the venue along Lake Michigan. He said it’s a Deadhead tradition and would help reduce traffic congestion. He said fans are willing to pay more and it could be an economic opportunity for Chicago.
His petition had 8,000 signatures by Saturday.