The Dead

[King Bob]

That bus art seems to me to be more Peter Max than related to the SF artists. Oh well.

I've never seen Jerry with that guitar either.

[Drunk Monk]

Totally Peter Max. The inexperienced just can’t sort psychedelic art properly. And who is going to want a muni tiedye?

I think that guitar is his Travis Bean - https://jerrygarcia.com/guitars/

[thatguy]

Cool page! Somebody on the guitar channel at work shared pictures of himself playing Alligator at a show recently. I don't recall the details of how that happened, but he knew the current owner somehow...

--tg

[Drunk Monk]

Flashback to shoreline
The woman with all the tickets is an old Rock Med friend; she passed away a while ago.

[Drunk Monk]

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San Francisco and small businesses gear up for Grateful Dead's 60th Celebration
Small business owners anticipate that Dead and Company's 3 concerts from August 1rst through August 3rd will help bring life back to San Francisco.
Posted July 23, 2025 12:53am PDT

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[Drunk Monk]

Jerry Garcia Street Dedication Ceremony Set For August 1st In San Francisco
Andrew O'Brien | Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
Screengrab via Google Maps – San Francisco block soon to be renamed Jerry Garcia Street

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As Deadheads from all over prepare to descend upon San Francisco, CA in early August for a long list of events celebrating 60 years of the Grateful Dead, the city of San Francisco and the organizers of its annual Jerry Day celebration have announced an unveiling ceremony for the newly re-named Jerry Garcia Street (Harrington Street between Alemany Boulevard and Mission Street). The street-naming ceremony will take place at 11:00 a.m. (time subject to change) on Friday, August 1st, which would have been the late Grateful Dead guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter’s 83rd birthday.

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According to a press release about the Jerry Garcia Street dedication, “The ceremony, taking place on Jerry’s birthday, will be on Harrington Street between Alemany Boulevard and Mission Street in the Excelsior District where Garcia was born and lived with his grandparents. Trixie Garcia, Jerry’s daughter, and Jerry Day founder Tom Murphy are confirmed to attend. San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie and other special guests are also expected to attend.”

The 23rd Annual Jerry Day, which celebrates Garcia’s contributions to music and the city of San Francisco, is set to take place on Saturday, August 2nd at the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater in McLaren Park. The festivities will feature Melvin Seals & JGB with fiddle player Mads Tolling, plus Stu Allen & Mars Hotel. Following the show, after-party events and an Excelsior Market will take place along the Excelsior Corridor. Find more information about the 23rd annual Jerry Day and its surrounding events here.

Meanwhile, Dead & Company—featuring Grateful Dead veterans Bob Weir and Mickey Hart alongside John Mayer, Oteil Burbridge, Jeff Chimenti, and Jay Lane—will be in Golden Gate Park on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, August 1st, 2nd, and 3rd alongside a trio of high-profile opening acts (Billy Strings, Sturgill Simpson, and Trey Anastasio Band). Order your Dead & Company Golden Gate Park livestreams here.
Grahame Lesh & Friends are also hosting The Heart of Town, a guest-packed, three-night celebration at Pier 48 in Mission Rock, featuring an evening show on Thursday, July 31st and late-night parties on Friday and Saturday, August 1st and 2nd. Check out the full lineup for The Heart of Town and grab your tickets here.

San Francisco Mayor Lurie says, “Jerry Day is a uniquely San Francisco celebration—rooted right here in the Excelsior, where Jerry Garcia grew up, and carried forward each year by the neighbors, artists, and small businesses who make this city so special. This free, homegrown tribute in McLaren Park brings generations of fans together and shows that San Francisco’s creative spirit isn’t just history—it’s alive in every neighborhood.”
Of note, Garcia is not the only member of the Grateful Dead whose name will adorn a city street. Earlier this year, Port Chester, NY renamed the street outside The Capitol Theatre after late bassist Phil Lesh, who frequented the venue throughout his later years. 

Did I post this already? I'm losing track...

[Drunk Monk]

Your Guide toGrateful Dead Anniversary Events in San Francisco
By Tyler Cohn
Celebrate the 60th anniversary of one of the most influential bands to ever come out of San Francisco at these exciting events.
Want to get a taste of that Summer of Love spirit? You'll have plenty of opportunities as San Francisco commemorates the 60th anniversary of one of the most influential bands of that era, the Grateful Dead.
Bookmark this page so you won't miss any of the exciting anniversary events as they continue to be announced!
Grateful Fridays
The Magic Theatre
An ongoing series of live music and performance, Grateful Fridays will feature a Dead tribute band, poet Norman Zelaya, and others. Tickets available now through October.
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Steal Your Faight: Grateful Dead Night at The Faight
473A Haight St.
The Faight Collective is hosting a Grateful Dead Band Night every Thursday til August 28th! Come from 7:00 to 11:00 p.m. to enjoy live music and a Shakedown Street vendor market. 
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Haight Street Daydream
Haight Street
For summer Saturdays, the merchants of Haight-Ashbury will activate the neighborhood from noon to 6 p.m. Come explore special sales and promotions from local businesses, enjoy live performances, and engage in fun of activities to celebrate The Grateful Dead. Confirmed event dates are June 21, July 19, and August 16.

Mickey Hart: Art at the Edge of Magic
Haight Street Art Center
Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart will be displaying his art work for the first time in a San Francisco gallery, July 24 - September 21. Visit the Haight Street Art Center to see his remarkable paintings and prints that were created through a unique marriage of materials and music.
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Exploring the Grateful Dead at Manny's
3092 16th St.
Enjoy three special programs at Manny's to explore the past, present and future of the Grateful Dead's music and culture.
Built to Last - A Look Back at the Legacy of the Grateful Dead
On July 29, join Dennis McNally, Nicholas Meriwether, and Peter Richardson to discuss the Grateful Dead’s formative years, their influence on 1960s counterculture, and the innovative spirit that made their concerts social laboratories for musical and psychological exploration.
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Live or Dead - Six Decades of Live Shows with the Grateful Dead
How has the band's music, artistry and culture stayed so relevant, lively, and magical all these years later? On July 30, hear from Julia Goldberg of Treatment Studios (the creative team behind the Dead and Company's shows at Sphere) and Mary Conde, Production Director at Another Planet Entertainment (the co-producer with Live Nation of the Golden Gate Park Dead and Company shows) as they reflect on the band's unparalleled live show legacy.
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The Music Never Stops - the Future of the Dead
On July 30, join David Gans, host of the acclaimed Grateful Dead Hour and Tales from the Golden Road along with Dean Budnick, Editor-in-Chief of Relix Magazine, a music publication originally created to connect people who recorded Grateful Dead concerts, to discuss how the band's music and culture continue to thrive across generations.
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The Heart of Town
Pier 48
The San Francisco Giants and Relix are teaming up to present The Heart of Town, a special three-night concert series celebrating the Grateful Dead’s 60th anniversary and the enduring spirit of San Francisco. Grahame Lesh & Friends host the shows from July 31 to August 2 at Pier 48 in Mission Rock, located just steps from Oracle Park. 
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Len Dell’Amico on Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead
100 Larkin St.
Head to the San Francisco Public Library on July 31 to discover the inside story of Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead by filmmaker Len Dell’Amico, one of the few non-band members welcomed into the Dead's inner circle. He'll be joined by music journalist Dean Budnick. 
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Jerry Garcia Street
4540 Mission St.
It's finally happening! As part of the 60th anniversary celebrations, the block of San Francisco that Jerry Garcia once called home will be renamed in his honor. Be there for the unveiling at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 1.

Dead & Company: Live in San Francisco
Golden Gate Park
The biggest event of this summer-long celebration comes August 1-3, when Dead & Company will play three shows in Golden Gate Park. If you've ever wanted to time travel to the Summer of Love, this is the closest you may ever get!
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Shakedown Street
Golden Gate Park
Before the shows start in Golden Gate Park, visit Shakedown Street, a Deadhead marketplace full of handmade art, screen-printed shirts, crystals, and more. The market will be open from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., August 1-3, along Golden Gate Park's JFK Promenade, between Transverse Drive and Blue Heron Lake Drive. It's free to browse. Be aware that no food or beverage vendors will be on site and that alcohol is prohibited along Shakedown Street.

23rd Annual Jerry Day
McLaren Park
No one is more synonymous with the Grateful Dead than lead guitarist and San Francisco native Jerry Garcia. It's no wonder, then, that he's had his own city holiday for more than 20 years! Head to the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater on Saturday, August 2 for an afternoon of rock 'n' roll. The theater will open at 11 a.m. and the show will start at 11:30. 
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The Official Jerry Day After Party
Various Locations
The fun doesn't end after the concert! On Sunday, August 2, a number of bars and restaurants in San Francisco's Excelsior neighborhood—where Jerry Garcia grew up—will be hosting live performances and offering special discounts.
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Dead Musician Super Jam
Park Chalet
Looking to start your concert fun early? Check out the Dead Musician Super Jam and Grateful to the Core at the Park Chalet starting at noon, August 1-3. At the western edge of Golden Gate Park, Park Chalet is super convenient for those heading to the main event at the Polo Field.
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Haight Street Parties at O'Reilly's Pub
O'Reilly's Pub
Visit this classic Haight-Ashbury pub for excellent pre- and post-show concerts scheduled around the main event in Golden Gate Park. On Thursday, July 31, hear Peter Sawyer & The Left Hand Monkey Wrench Gang. On Friday, August 1, celebrate Jerry Garcia's birthday with Playing the Dead. Lastly, the Joe Marcinek Band will take the stage on Saturday, August 2.
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PROMISELAND After Parties
The Great Northern
Keep on truckin' after Golden Gate Park with these after parties at San Francisco's legendary Great Northern. Scheduled performers include Steve Molitz, Wally Ingram, Angeline Saris, and more.
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After Parties at the 4 Star Theater
4 Star Theater
Get your tickets now to hear Hartle Gold Band, Aardvark, and Grateful Sunday at one of the Richmond neighborhood's most popular live music venues. Doors open at 9:30 p.m.; shows start at 10:30 p.m.
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Electric Kool-Aid Acid Test After Party
Public Works
Get ready to keep the vibes alive after Dead & Co light up Golden Gate Park, with performances featuring Zion Rock Godchaux, the son of former Grateful Dead members Donna Jean and Keith Godchaux. 
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After Parties at the Balboa Theater
Balboa Theater
The Outer Richmond will keep the party going well into the night all weekend long. Expect to hear Grateful Dead classics and much more from this eclectic line-up of artists.
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AXIAL TILT
859 O'Farrell St.
Head to the Great American Music Hall on August 3 for a five-hour Grateful Dead extravaganza featuring an acoustic set and two electric sets. AXIAL TILT is an all-out party in honor of the music, life, harmony, and spirit of togetherness inspired and personified by The Grateful Dead.
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Harmonic Jam
Thrive City
Get ready to jam with the best of the Bay’s Jam Scene, including Jay Lane & The Mayehm, Angeline Saris, Jon Chi, and more. This outdoor concert event, with plenty of local food and beverage vendors, begins at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 8. The event is free, but capacity is limited.

San Francisco Giants Jerry Garcia Tribute Night
Oracle Park
Head to the ballpark on Monday, August 12 for an immersive game day experience filled with the iconic music of Jerry Garcia. The Bay Area psychedelic-soul collective Moonalice will perform before the first pitch. Moonalice is known for their exuberant and unique brand of rock-tinged Americana that takes inspiration from the Dead and other great acts of the 60s.
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46th Annual Haight Street Fair
Haight Street
For almost half a century, the Haight Street Fair has invited one and all to party in the haven of hippiedom. Expect live performances from legendary acts as well as up-and-comers. Experience the fun for yourself on Sunday, September 7.
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Ride California Summer of Love Tour
Whenever you visit San Francisco, book a bike tour with Ride CaliforniaOpens in new window and catch that Summer of Love spirit on two wheels. Stops on this ride include Haight-Ashbury, the Grateful Dead and Janis Joplin houses, the Panhandle, Golden Gate Park, the de Young Museum, the Academy of Sciences, Gardens of Golden Gate Park, Ocean Beach, Sutro Baths, and an epic coastal view of the Golden Gate Bridge.
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[Drunk Monk]

Dead & Company
Just announced a show near you at Sweetwater Music Hall!
Event: Happy Birthday Jerry - Celebrating the Life of Jerry Garcia at Sweetwater Music Hall
Fri, Aug 01
03:00PM
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Sweetwater Music Hall
Mill Valley, CA

[Drunk Monk]

Got to SF on schedule. The deadheads are here in force. Picked up my wristband at BGC and checked out the pop up store there which is large and has lots of great stuff but the last thing I need is more dead stuff. One thing is for certain - the boys are making bank. Serious bank. So is anyone in hustling dead stuff. There are banners on the civic center lampposts. It’s glorious. 

Got to Tara’s and scored a nice parking spot just up the road. Tara & Bri are recovering from their backpacking trip (Tara got some nasty sunburn on her back) - treated them to their first real meal at Jijime - had the spicy kimchee soup with seafood which was delish. We got back and watched some of the new She Ra which we had all seen, then I convinced them to check out some of the original cartoon, which gave us all some good laughs. 

Now I’m in bed with Shiva & Charly (the cats) who know I’m allergic to them so they’re snuggling up like cats do. Ready to crash. Been surfing Facebook and seeing friends arrive and reach out (several deadhead chicks which is kinda weirding me out). We are everywhere. 

Tomorrow I’ll start the day with breakfast at Coffee Movement.

[Greg]

Are the actual concerts at Bill Graham Civic or are they going to be out in Golden Gate Park?

[Drunk Monk]

There are concerts all across SF - Oracle, GAMH, pier 41 & lots of clubs & bars. Im at GGP where the biggest show (60k) is. BGC is where staff picks up wristbands & theres a big pop up merch store there.

I got in smoothly. Hung out jn shakedown which is big. Caught a ride in so didn’t get searched. Helped to retrieve the golf carts so I got to drive around a bit. The t shirts are blue tiedyes and I have a matching bandana that I’ve carried for years. Spoke to the responders - ranted a bit. 

Got radio. Got Carlos a radio - dude Jedi ed his way - he has no wristband.

[Greg]

You must see it all!

I wonder if there will be any pictures and videos.....

[thatguy]

Not Dead, but related



--tg

[Drunk Monk]

You must see it all!

I wonder if there will be any pictures and videos.....

Live IMAX simulcasts in the civilized world

bmfs!

They them IPR ptsd.

We have comfy chairs & wifi & charging station.

[Drunk Monk]

Good ol’ GD
Rocked me to my soul
So busy
3 restraints, 1 nekkid tripper (impressive in the cold fog)
One dude for assault because started punching people with his vape which he thought was a lightsaber… honest mistake.

They gave me $60 worth of meal coupons. I only manatees to spend $20 on garlic mushroom noodles that were so salty I had to pound a couple of liquid deaths to sort myself. 

I only saw the opening of set 2. I was working call for the rest of it. Haven’t laughed with a tripper & crew that hard in years. Didn’t get the intake count but about 5 rolls. 

Such mischief. Such fun. Some Jedi magic shown. Earned my keep for a while.

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D&C 60
Stranger
Dancing 
Tn jed
Half step
Big River 
Althea
 
Box
Playing
EstimatedEyes
Terrapin
Drums space
Wharf rat
Nfa

Knockin