What To Expect
Be among the very first to experience our brand-new oceanside venue! Maybe It Was the Roses is building a beautiful, intimate beachfront space with state-of-the art sound designed specifically for connection, comfort, and music.
This is NOT your typical music festival with thousands of attendees. Maybe It Was the Roses is a communal experience celebrating the music, spirit, and culture of the Grateful Dead.
Three days of oceanfront music featuring an extraordinary lineup of artists honoring and expanding upon the music of the Grateful Dead.
Explore a stunning Grateful Dead & Friends photo gallery curated by legendary rock photographers Jay Blakesberg and Joshua Hitchens. Limited edition prints will also be available for purchase.
World-renowned chalk artist Rod Tryon will create one of his immersive 3D interactive chalk masterpieces live onsite and guests will be able to step directly into the artwork.
Join Sarah Lewis of Rose & Bolt Jewelry for her beloved treasure hunt experience.
Ever want to play The Beam? Experience the legendary instrument made famous by Mickey Hart during our Saturday night Drums & Space after party experience.
Catch Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country on Saturday night for his final California performance of 2026.
Do not miss the incredible lineups assembled for Lebo & Friends and Stu Allen & The Mars Hotel, featuring very special guests Don Was and Kanika Moore joining both performances.
Sunday’s Grateful Brunch will feature a Dead-themed menu by chef William Traynor and music by Stu Allen, saxophonist, Dave Ellis and Jackson Gillies. And bottomless mimosas!
On Sunday, witness Aron Magner of The Disco Biscuits showcase his extraordinary versatility across three different bands weaving together the music of the Grateful Dead in unique and unexpected way.
SHAKEDOWN STREET. With over 20 vendors-like fan favorites like Ben Jammin, Stealie Yo Flannel, Jayli, High Thai and Karen Payton Art, just to name a few.
Legendary lighting visionary Johnathan Singer will transform the Crowne Plaza penthouse ballroom into a fully immersive late-night experience for our after parties. Prepare to step into another world entirely.
Other artists appearing Dino English (DSO), Cris Jacobs (The Bridge), Jason Fraticelli (Matisyahu), Zoe Ellis (Phil Lesh and Friends), Matt Scarano (Matisyahu) Nate LaPointe (Cubensis), Jaden Lehman (Oteil and Friends), Andrea Whitt (Moby), Mark Karan (Rat Dog), Steve Adams (ALO), Reed Mathis (Billy and The Kids), Joe Marcinek (Joe Marcinek Band), Sunshine Garcia Becker (Further), Chris Nance (Space Buzzards), Cloudchord (Lotus) and DJ Logic.
DEAD ACES a brand new band, headlining our Sunday night, comprised of artists who have all played with Bob Weir will perform ACE the album in its entirety!