WVMO Presents: Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials
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98.7 WVMO, The Voice of Monona, and the Friends of San Damiano are proud to present Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials as the headline act for the 2026 Concerts on the Shore series. The free outdoor concert will take place on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at San Damiano Park on the shores of Lake Monona in Monona, Wisconsin.
Lil' Ed Williams and his Blues Imperials (2024 Blues Hall of Fame inductee) bring their signature brand of raw, raucous Chicago slide-guitar blues to a stunning lakefront setting with a direct view of the Wisconsin State Capitol. One of Alligator Records' most beloved acts, Lil' Ed has been a cornerstone of the Chicago blues scene for decades and a perennial festival favorite across the Midwest and beyond.
The June 25 concert is part of a special cultural weekend. The show takes place on the grounds of the Harry Whitehorse International Wood Sculpting Festival, a week-long event running June 19–27 that brings world-renowned sculptors from across the globe to carve large-scale works on the lakefront in real time. Concertgoers are encouraged to arrive early to explore the sculptures before the music begins.
Music begins at 5:00 p.m. with Reverand Raven and the Chain Smokin’ Alter Boys, Featuring Westside Andy. The show is free and open to the public. Beer, soda, and food will be available for purchase on-site, with proceeds supporting the Friends of San Damiano and WVMO Community Radio. Projected attendance is between 1,000 and 2,000 people.
Event Details:
What: Concerts on the Shore featuring Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials
When: Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 5:00 p.m – Reverand Raven & The Chain Smokin’ Alter Boys Featuring Westside Andy. 7:00 p.m. – Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials
Where: San Damiano Park, 4123 Monona Drive, Monona, WI 53716
Admission: Free
More Information: sandamianomonona.org
Concerts on the Shore is presented by 98.7 WVMO in partnership with the Friends of San Damiano, with support from Discover Monona and community sponsors.
Lil' Ed Williams and his Blues Imperials (2024 Blues Hall of Fame inductee) bring their signature brand of raw, raucous Chicago slide-guitar blues to a stunning lakefront setting with a direct view of the Wisconsin State Capitol. One of Alligator Records' most beloved acts, Lil' Ed has been a cornerstone of the Chicago blues scene for decades and a perennial festival favorite across the Midwest and beyond.
The June 25 concert is part of a special cultural weekend. The show takes place on the grounds of the Harry Whitehorse International Wood Sculpting Festival, a week-long event running June 19–27 that brings world-renowned sculptors from across the globe to carve large-scale works on the lakefront in real time. Concertgoers are encouraged to arrive early to explore the sculptures before the music begins.
Music begins at 5:00 p.m. with Reverand Raven and the Chain Smokin’ Alter Boys, Featuring Westside Andy. The show is free and open to the public. Beer, soda, and food will be available for purchase on-site, with proceeds supporting the Friends of San Damiano and WVMO Community Radio. Projected attendance is between 1,000 and 2,000 people.
Event Details:
What: Concerts on the Shore featuring Lil' Ed & The Blues Imperials
When: Thursday, June 25, 2026 | 5:00 p.m – Reverand Raven & The Chain Smokin’ Alter Boys Featuring Westside Andy. 7:00 p.m. – Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials
Where: San Damiano Park, 4123 Monona Drive, Monona, WI 53716
Admission: Free
More Information: sandamianomonona.org
Concerts on the Shore is presented by 98.7 WVMO in partnership with the Friends of San Damiano, with support from Discover Monona and community sponsors.
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San Damiano Park, 4123 Monona Dr., 4123 Monona Dr, Monona, WI 53716-1661, United States, Madison
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