Grahame Lesh Leads Three-Night Grateful Dead 60th Anniversary Series San Francisco

The Heart of Town is a three-night concert series from July 31 to August 2 at San Francisco's Pier 48, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the Grateful Dead. Organized by Grahame Lesh, son of late Grateful Dead bassist Phil Lesh, and presented by the San Francisco Giants and Relix, the event features more than 20 guest artists connected to the Dead's legacy, including Taylor and Griffin Goldsmith of Dawes, Jackie Greene, Melvin Seals, and Jake Peavy. The series overlaps with Dead & Company's August 1-3 shows at Golden Gate Park, with later start times on August 1 and 2 to allow fans to attend both events. Grahame Lesh described the Grateful Dead's legacy as a growing tree with deep roots in American music history, with The Heart of Town serving as a celebration of that enduring influence. Ticket options include single-day passes, three-day passes, and VIP experiences, all aimed at uniting fans through music and honoring the band's San Francisco roots. The concert series serves as an unofficial after-party to the Dead & Company performances, extending the citywide celebration of the Grateful Dead's influence over six decades.