The journey of the Grateful Dead has been a long and fascinating one, spanning over 60 years of musical evolution, cultural impact, and dedicated fan engagement. This iconic band from San Francisco has been celebrating this significant milestone throughout 2025, marking their profound legacy in the music industry. To commemorate this occasion, Dead & Company, featuring legendary surviving members Bob Weir and Mickey Hart, are set to perform a series of sold-out concerts in their hometown, starting on Friday, August 3rd.

Ultimate Classic Rock Nights presents an exciting opportunity for fans to honor the Grateful Dead closer to home with a special prize package filled with live recordings and memorabilia. Among the treasures, one fortunate fan will receive a copy of The Music Never Stopped, a comprehensive box set that captures highlights from a remarkable quarter-century of the band’s performances, beautifully packaged across six vinyl LPs.

As historian Jesse Jarnow notes in the box set’s liner notes, the history of the Grateful Dead was not a quick phenomenon; rather, it was a meticulous journey where the band “virtually built a circuit of venues for themselves, with the help of promoters and booking agents,” highlighting key figures like Bill Graham and John Scher. The nostalgia invoked by venue names such as the Spectrum in Philadelphia, the Hartford Civic Center, Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum, and New York’s Fillmore East brings a flood of memories even before a single note is played.

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The beloved Grateful Dead Movie occupies a cherished spot in the hearts of Deadheads. This classic 1977 concert film will take center stage at this year’s Meet-Up at the Movies, an annual event that fans eagerly anticipate. Starting on August 13, audiences can relive this iconic experience, including exclusive IMAX screenings, presented by Trafalgar Releasing. The film compiles some of the most electrifying moments from five unforgettable nights at Winterland Arena in San Francisco during October 1974, now newly remastered with bonus footage that has never been seen before.

In addition to the aforementioned The Music Never Stopped box set, our lucky winner will also receive a commemorative poster for The Grateful Dead Movie, as well as a stylish hoodie and cap. Additional winners will be awarded copies of The Music Never Stopped on CD, ensuring that even more fans can enjoy this musical treasure.

To enter for your chance to win, simply fill out the entry form located at the top of this page with your name, email, and phone number. By doing so, you will also be subscribed to UCR’s daily newsletter, keeping you updated on all things related to classic rock. The contest will close on August 9, 2025, at 11:59 PM EST, so don’t miss your opportunity!

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