Hot Tuna—the iconic American blues rock duo of Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady—has been delivering profound musical experiences to fans around the world for over six decades. This year is especially momentous, with Jorma celebrating his 85th birthday, Jefferson Airplane marking their 60th anniversary, the discovery and release of Reno Road on Culture Factory USA, and Acoustic Hot Tuna’s nationwide tour.

Jorma’s 85th Birthday Celebration

Jorma Kaukonen will celebrate his 85th birthday on the road with marquee performances in Washington, D.C., New York City, San Francisco, and Denver this November and December. From the psychedelic heyday of San Francisco’s Summer of Love with Jefferson Airplane to the intimate acoustic settings of Hot Tuna’s storied live shows, Kaukonen’s guitar work has long been revered for its virtuosic fingerpicking and heartfelt expressiveness.

Over his career, Jorma has released more than twenty solo albums and collaborated with some of the most respected names in American roots music. His enduring commitment to authenticity and exploration has made him a touchstone for folk-blues aficionados worldwide.

The legendary guitarist and founding member of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna celebrates his milestone year with four special dates this fall. These events highlight a career that has influenced generations of musicians with a seamless fusion of folk, blues, rock, and his own original style.

The 85th Birthday Celebration Tour offers fans a rare opportunity to honor Jorma’s remarkable influence on American music. Whether rediscovering the electrifying riffs that helped define a generation or experiencing the nuanced intimacy of his solo work, concertgoers are in for an unforgettable night of storytelling through song.

Jorma Kaukonen 85th Birthday Tour

• Nov 01 – The Warner Theatre, Washington, D.C. – Jorma Kaukonen w/ special guests

• Nov 29 – Carnegie Hall, NYC, NY – Jorma Kaukonen w/ special guests

• Dec 05 – Masonic Auditorium, San Francisco, CA – Jorma Kaukonen w/ special guests

• Dec 13 – Paramount Theatre, Denver, CO – Jorma Kaukonen w/ special guests

Tour Info

Acoustic Hot Tuna on Tour

Whether as a duo or joined by friends, Acoustic Hot Tuna makes each performance unique, with every night alive with possibility.

For over sixty years, Jorma Kaukonen and Jack Casady have combined individuality, imagination, and improvisation to create spontaneous shows that feel both familiar and fresh. Their interplay keeps audiences on the edge of their seats, anticipating the next note or phrase.

Hot Tuna / Jorma Fall Touring 2025

• Sept 10 – Neptune Theatre, Seattle, WA – Acoustic Hot Tuna

• Sept 11 – Bing Crosby Theatre, Spokane, WA – Acoustic Hot Tuna

• Sept 13 – The Wilma, Missoula, MT – Acoustic Hot Tuna

• Sept 14 – Pine Creek Lodge, Livingston, MT – Acoustic Hot Tuna

• Sept 16 – The State Room, Salt Lake City, UT – Acoustic Hot Tuna

• Sept 18 – Avalon Theatre, Grand Junction, CO – Acoustic Hot Tuna

• Sept 19 – Strings Music Pavilion, Steamboat Springs, CO – Acoustic Hot Tuna

• Sept 22–24 – The MIM, Phoenix, AZ – Acoustic Hot Tuna

• Sept 28 – Stuart’s Opera House, Nelsonville, OH – Jorma opens for Suzy Bogguss

• Oct 24 – Kleinhans Music Hall, Buffalo, NY – Acoustic Hot Tuna w/ Justin Guip

• Oct 25 – Smith Center for the Arts, Geneva, NY – Acoustic Hot Tuna w/ Justin Guip & Ross Garren

• Oct 27 – Paramount Theatre, Rutland, VT – Acoustic Hot Tuna w/ J. Guip & R. Garren

• Oct 29 – Bardavon, Poughkeepsie, NY – Acoustic Hot Tuna w/ J. Guip & R. Garren

• Oct 30 – The Grand Opera House, Wilmington, DE – Acoustic Hot Tuna w/ J. Guip & R. Garren

• Nov 01 – The Warner Theatre, Washington, D.C. – Jorma Kaukonen w/ special guests

• Nov 04 – The Ark, Ann Arbor, MI – Acoustic Hot Tuna w/ J. Guip & R. Garren

• Nov 05 – North Shore Center for the Performing Arts, Skokie, IL – Acoustic Hot Tuna w/ J. Guip & R. Garren

• Nov 29 – Carnegie Hall, NYC, NY – Jorma Kaukonen w/ special guests

• Dec 05 – Masonic Auditorium, San Francisco, CA – Jorma Kaukonen w/ special guests

• Dec 13 – Paramount Theatre, Denver, CO – Jorma Kaukonen w/ special guests

• Dec 18 – Natalie’s, Columbus, OH – Jorma Kaukonen & John Hurlbut