Honoring Six Decades of the Dead at the Great American Music Hall

Celebrate the legendary Grateful Dead show at Barton Hall, performed 48 years ago today

It was 48 years ago today that one of the most notable Grateful Dead shows ever was performed at Barton Hall at Cornell University on May 8, 1977. One of the most revered and traded shows in the band’s history, the Barton Hall show is a thing of legend, a perfect way to introduce new fans to the band and a performance for the ages with stand out versions of numerous Dead songs. The band played its first of three shows at Cornell (1977, 1980, an…

Honoring Six Decades of the Dead at the Great American Music Hall

Poolside is proud to commemorate six decades of the Grateful Dead with a special three‑night celebration at the historic Great American Music Hall (GAMH). Running August 1, 2, and 3, 2025, this landmark event brings together two distinct evening lineups, promises an unparalleled musical journey, and pays tribute to the enduring spirit of America’s most beloved band.