Article Contributed by Mike
Published on 2026-03-11
CEG Presents announces the first shows in the 2026 MSG Phish Pre & After Party Series, taking place during Phish’s Madison Square Garden run July 22, 24, 25, 27, and 29. The series once again transforms nearby Manhattan venues into late night hubs for jam, funk, and improvisational music fans continuing the musical energy after the shows at MSG.
The initial lineup features Spafford performing two nights, Steely Dead with both a Phish pre party and after party performance, new NYC jamband The Band Memo, and quickly rising bluegrass act Magoo, with many more shows to be announced in the coming weeks.
As always, CEG will donate $1 per ticket to Phish’s charitable organization, The WaterWheel Foundation.
Past performers in the MSG Phish After Party Series have included Cory Henry, Dogs in a Pile, Eggy, Marco Benevento, Marcus King Band, Matisyahu, Medeski Martin Metzger & Cline, New Mastersounds, Pigeons Playing Ping Pong, Snarky Puppy, Twiddle, Turkuaz, and many artists from across the jam and improvisational music world.
Tickets for newly announced shows featuring Spafford, Steely Dead, and Magoo go on sale Friday at 10AM ET, while The Band Memo show is already on sale.
Phish fans travel from across the country for the band’s Madison Square Garden runs, making the MSG Phish Pre & After Party Series a destination for late night shows throughout the week.
NEWLY ANNOUNCED SHOWS
(On Sale Friday March 13 at 10am ET)
Spafford
Venue: The Cutting Room
Dates: July 24 and July 25, 2026
Doors / Showtime: 11:30 PM / 11:59 PM
Ticket Price: $35 Advance
July 24 Ticket Link
July 25 Ticket Link
2-Night Ticket Link
One of the most exciting improvisational bands on the jam scene today, Spafford brings two nights of high-energy late-night jams to The Cutting Room. Known for fearless improvisation and extended sets, the band continues to build a devoted following across the jam community.
Steely Dead – Phish Pre-Party and After-Party
Venue: Hill Country Live
Date: July 24, 2026
Phish Pre Party Doors / Showtime : 3:00 PM / 4:00 PM
Phish After Party Doors / Showtime: 11:30 PM / 11:59 PM
Ticket Prices: $22 Early Bird $25 Advance
4pm Pre-Party Ticket Link
11:59 After-Party Link
2-Show Ticket Link
Blending the iconic music of Steely Dan and the Grateful Dead, Steely Dead has developed a loyal following for its creative reinterpretations and improvisational performances.
CEG & Dayglo Present
Magoo
Venue: Hill Country Live
Date: July 25, 2026
Doors / Showtime: 11:30 PM / 11:59 PM
Ticket Prices: $20 Advance $25 Week of Show
Ticket Link
Fast rising bluegrass jam quartet Magoo continues to gain attention across the scene for their energetic live shows and adventurous improvisation.
CURRENTLY ON SALE
The Band Memo
Venue: The Cutting Room
Date: July 22, 2026
Doors / Showtime: 11:30 PM / 11:59 PM
Ticket Prices: $20 Advance $25 Week of Show
Ticket Link
New York based jam collective The Band Memo kicks off the series following Phish’s opening MSG show. Their last New York City performance was an advance sellout, and the band is quickly emerging as a rising presence on the jam scene.
Each ticket includes a $1 donation to Phish’s WaterWheel Foundation, supporting environmental and community focused charities. For tickets and full details visit www.phishafterparties.nyc
