Experience the Ultimate Phish Dick’s After Parties at Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom

By: Aryonna Richard

Phish's legendary Labor Day Weekend shows return to Dick's Sporting Goods Park this summer from August 29 through September 1. The music doesn't have to stop when the park lights go out. Live For Live Music and Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom are thrilled to present four nights of electrifying after-parties that will keep you grooving all night long. 

From funk legends to Grateful Dead grassy grooves, the lineup boasts an impressive array of talent each night, ensuring the high energy and ecstatic vibes continue well into the wee hours. This is the ultimate spot for music enthusiasts, the local Denver community, and festival-goers looking to extend their Phish experience with even more live music.

 

Night-by-Night Breakdown

 

August 29 - The Phunk Sessions

Take part in a funk-fueled jam session featuring iconic bassist George Porter Jr. of The Meters, Ivan Neville of Dumpstaphunk, Eric Krasno of Soulive, and members of the unshakeably groovy band Lettuce – Adam Deitch and Adam "Shmeeans'' Smirnoff, along with Dumpstaphunk's Tony Hall. The funk doesn't quit as DJ Airwolf takes over on The Other Side, keeping the beats coming.

 

August 30 - Keller Williams' Grateful Grass

Join the genre-defying Keller Williams as he presents Grateful Grass, featuring rollicking bluegrass renditions of Grateful Dead classics in collaboration with The HillBenders. Dance away to a grassier side of Dead tunes, accompanied again by DJ Airwolf on The Other Side, ensuring your musical appetite is well satiated.

 

August 31 - Bone Diggers: Paul Simon Dance Jams

Get ready to feel the rhythm with Bone Diggers, an ensemble dedicated to exploring the danceable side of Paul Simon's rich catalog. A talented lineup, including Reed Mathis (Billy & The Kids), Lebo (ALO), Steve Adams (ALO), and other special guests, ensures a night of unforgettable jams. The party rolls on with Flying Mojito Bros, providing their unique blend of tunes on The Other Side.

 

September 1 - Purple Party: A Tribute To Prince

Wrap up your weekend with the Purple Party, a night dedicated to the incredible music of Prince. With a star-studded lineup featuring Isaac Teel, Garret Sayers, and members of both The Motet and Turkuaz, this is a fitting end to an amazing run of shows. Don't miss Flying Mojito Bros on The Other Side, as they set the perfect backdrop for the night with their eclectic music selection.

 

Get Your Tickets Now!

 

Don't miss out on the highest caliber of music filling the air in Denver's locally-loved venue, Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom. Tickets go on sale Friday, June 7 at 10 AM MT!

 

The after-parties at Cervantes are an institution among Phish fans, a place where the community comes together to celebrate and express their shared love for captivating music and vibrant nightlife. Each night offers something different, promising a fresh, unforgettable experience for all who attend. Don't just hear about these epic after-parties—be part of the legend this Labor Day Weekend. Join us at Cervantes and keep the good times rolling!