Bradley Thachuk, conductor

Crazy Fingers:
Rich Friedman, guitar, vocals
Johnny Nichols, guitar, vocals
Josh Foster, keyboards, vocals
Bubba Newton, bass
Pete Lavezzoli, drums, vocals

The spirit of the Grateful Dead comes alive in a one-of-a-kind concert experience with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra and Crazy Fingers. Featuring favorites like Sugar Magnolia, Stella Blue, Touch of Grey, and Truckin’, this concert reimagines iconic Dead songs with the power and color of a full orchestra. Deadheads, music lovers, and the BPO community come together for an evening that celebrates the timeless music, communal spirit, and freewheeling joy of one of rock’s most beloved bands.

Shakedown at Kleinhans

Arrive early for a Grateful Dead-inspired market featuring local artists, handmade goods, vintage finds, jewelry, vinyl, and live music. Free and open to the public from 3-6pm in the Mary Seaton Room, then open to ticketed concert patrons through intermission.

In true lot-scene fashion, The Cheesy Chick food truck will be serving from 3-7pm in the Kleinhans lot, with specialty grilled cheese,  mac n cheese, keto bowls, and more, including vegan and gluten-free options.

Vendors

An information booth from Buffalo Cannabis Network will also be present at the event.

Live music will be provided from 3-6pm by Aaron Ziolkowski, a multi-instrumental musician from the WNY area. Aaron performs with multiple bands including Little Mountain Band, eberwine, Dead Alliance Buffalo, The Formalities, and more.

Presented with support from