Jorma Kaukonen, the legendary guitarist and founding member of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, brings his 85th Birthday Celebration Tour to the Paramount Theatre on Saturday, December 13, 2025. This special evening marks a milestone in a career that has spanned more than six decades and influenced generations of musicians with its seamless fusion of folk, blues, and rock. Tickets go on sale Friday, May 16 at 10:00 AM Mountain Time; fans can secure their seats at Ticketmaster.
From the psychedelic heyday of San Francisco’s Summer of Love to the intimate acoustic settings of Hot Tuna’s storied live performances, Kaukonen’s guitar work has long been celebrated for its virtuosic fingerpicking and heartfelt expressiveness. Over the course of his career, he 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 musical exploration has made him a touchstone for folk-blues aficionados around the world.
The Paramount Theatre, a historic Denver landmark renowned for its ornate Art Deco design and superb acoustics, provides the perfect backdrop for Kaukonen’s milestone celebration. Audiences can expect an evening of classic Airplane-era favorites, deep cuts from Hot Tuna’s expansive repertoire, and selections from his recent solo work—each delivered with the warmth and precision that have defined his legacy.
In addition to the Denver performance, the 85th Birthday Celebration Tour will visit select cities across North America, offering fans a rare opportunity to honor Kaukonen’s remarkable influence on the American music landscape. Whether rediscovering the electrifying riffs that helped define a generation or experiencing the intimate nuances of his solo guitar pieces, concertgoers are in for an unforgettable night of musical storytelling.
For more information on the tour and to purchase tickets, visit Ticketmaster beginning May 16 at 10:00 AM MT. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate Jorma Kaukonen’s 85th birthday in true rock & roll style at the Paramount Theatre on December 13, 2025.
