Cain's Merry Widows Celebrate 50th Anniversary!

Cain’s Merry Widows Celebrating 50 Years of Tears in Grand Style!

Cain’s Merry Widows, the iconic and spirited group that has enchanted audiences for five decades, is set to celebrate their golden anniversary on Sunday, February 11, 2024. Get ready for a day filled with laughter, tears, and unforgettable moments as these fabulous widows take center stage.

Event Schedule:

• 11:20 a.m. – Widows Arrival at Church Street Graveyard: Witness the beginning of this extraordinary journey as the widows gather to wail at the gravesite of their beloved Joe in the historic Church Street Graveyard, setting the stage for a day of revelry!

• 11:50 a.m. – Arrive at Joe Cain House, 906 Augusta Street: The festivities continue at the legendary Joe Cain House, located at 906 Augusta Street. Join us for a jubilant gathering at this iconic venue.

• 12:25 p.m. – Arrive at Malaga Inn: Joe’s grieving Widows will not turn down a drink from their admirers! Raise a toast with the widows at Malaga Inn, where the celebration takes a spirited turn. Join us for a drink and share in the merriment!

• 2:30 p.m. – The Widows Lead the Joe Cain Procession: Brace yourselves as the Cain’s Merry Widows take the lead in the grand Joe Cain Procession.

An unmissable spectacle that promises to be a highlight of this historic day. Join us as we commemorate 50 years of tears, laughter, and a legacy that has left an indelible mark on Mobile. Cain’s Merry Widows invite you to be a part of this extraordinary celebration that promises to be a journey through time, filled with joy, camaraderie, and the spirit of Joe Cain himself.

Cain's Merry Widows on the steps of the Joe Cain house at 906 Augusta Street

Photo: Mary Booth iHeartMedia Mobile/Pensacola

Cain's Merry Widows drink a toast to Joe on the steps of the Joe Cain house at 906 Augusta Street

Photo: Mary Booth iHeartMedia Mobile/Pensacola

Local jazz musician Theodore Arthur Jr. serenades the Widows at the Joe Cain House

Photo: Mary Booth iHeartMedia Mobile/Pensacola


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