Friends Of The Dead Tickets

Friends Of The Dead is a rotating Columbus-based Grateful Dead tribute collective drawn from the region’s vibrant jam band scene, including players from BareFuzz and Electric Orange Peel. Known for delivering two full sets of Grateful Dead material with collaborative moments featuring guest musicians, the group brings the spirit of 1960s-1990s Dead shows to modern stages across Ohio. While there isn’t a centralized official album under this name, their live reputation rests on dynamic performances at major festivals and local venues, where improvisation and chemistry take center stage.

Whether you’re a long-time Deadhead or new to the scene, Friends Of The Dead offers a reliable, no-fruss, go-to live experience. We’ve got you covered for secure tickets and up-to-the-minute show info, so you can plan your night around standout performances like the Winter Werkout Pre-Party and Grateful Dead Super Jam events throughout 2025.

Biographically, Friends Of The Dead operate as a collective rather than a fixed lineup, rotating members from Columbus’ rich jam circuit to keep shows fresh while honoring the Grateful Dead repertoire. The group has earned festival stages and key local venues recognition for their faithful interpretations, extended jams, and collaborative spirit with guest musicians. For fans in Columbus and the surrounding Midwest, they offer a dependable entry into the Dead’s music in a contemporary context.

• Upcoming notable appearances in 2025 include: Winter Werkout Pre-Party at The Summit Music Hall (Jan 31, 2025), Grateful Dead Super Jam events at The Summit Music Hall (Sept 17–18, 2025 and Nov 26, 2025), and An Evening with Friends of the Dead at Park Street Tavern (Oct 4, 2025).
• Venues frequently hosting the group include The Summit Music Hall in Columbus and Park Street Tavern, among others in the region.
• Social presence is primarily via venues and event pages, with no single centralized official page; follow individual venue posts and local press for updates. See official venue sites for ticketing and show specifics.

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