Article Contributed by Gratefulweb
Published on January 5, 2026
TWO-NIGHT RED ROCKS RETURN + FOURTH OF JULY BLOCK PARTY SET FOR DENVER
After selling out eleven consecutive years of their iconic Red Rocks takeover, Canadian electronic legends Zeds Dead return to Colorado with Deadrocks XII, a two-night celebration set for July 2 and 3, 2026 at the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheatre. The weekend-long experience continues with their annual Backyard Jamboree on Saturday, July 4, hosted this year at Denver’s Auraria Campus.
Deadrocks XII and the Backyard Jamboree have become crown jewels of Zeds Dead’s annual live calendar—events that have evolved from cult favorites into full-scale cultural institutions. Each summer, thousands of devoted fans travel to Colorado to take part in a multi-day gathering that celebrates music, community, and the duo’s genre-defying legacy.
The 2026 edition promises to push the experience even further, featuring new stage production, carefully curated support lineups, and immersive fan-forward elements that reflect more than a decade of Deadrocks history. In past years, Zeds Dead have sold out both Red Rocks dates before announcing a lineup—a testament to the event’s experience-first ethos and the loyalty of the Deadbeats community.
Following the duo’s acclaimed 2025 album Return to the Spectrum of Intergalactic Happiness, Deadrocks XII will showcase new live material and visuals inspired by the project’s surreal, cinematic universe. The album expanded Zeds Dead’s sonic palette, weaving together soul, hip-hop, bass, and futuristic textures—elements expected to play a central role in the 2026 performances.
The celebration continues on July 4 as the Backyard Jamboree returns with its signature block-party spirit. Now taking place at Auraria Campus in downtown Denver, the event expands its footprint while preserving everything fans love: BBQ, lawn games, a hot dog–eating contest, a vibrant vendor village, and another stacked lineup curated by Zeds Dead and the Deadbeats label family.
One of the most unique fan-forward gatherings in dance music, the Backyard Jamboree blends community, creativity, and inclusivity—offering a family-friendly, daytime complement to the massive nights at Red Rocks.
TICKET INFO & PRESALE SCHEDULE
Fans are encouraged to register early for access to limited presales and exclusive bundles:
SEATED Early Access / Bundled Presale:
Wednesday, January 7 @ 10:00 AM MDT
Laylo Artist Presale:
Wednesday, January 7 @ 12:00 PM MDT
Red Rocks General On-Sale:
Thursday, January 8 @ 12:00 PM MDT
Backyard Jamboree General On-Sale:
Friday, January 9 @ 10:00 AM MDT
Presale Sign-Up:
https://laylo.com/deadbeats/m/deadrocksxii
Tickets & Info:
Red Rocks – July 2: AXS Event Page
Red Rocks – July 3: AXS Event Page
Backyard Jamboree: AXS Event Page
With Deadrocks XII and the Backyard Jamboree, Zeds Dead once again transform Colorado’s summer calendar into a multi-day destination event—equal parts musical showcase and communal celebration.
