After selling out 11 consecutive years of their iconic Red Rocks takeover, Canadian electronic legends ZEDS DEAD return to Colorado for Deadrocks XII, a two-night event taking place July 2nd and 3rd 2026 at the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheatre. The celebration continues with their annual Backyard Jamboree on Saturday, July 4, held this year at Denver’s Auraria Campus.
Deadrocks XII and the Backyard Jamboree arrive as the crown jewels of ZEDS DEAD’s annual live calendar – events that have grown from cult-favorite status into full-scale cultural institutions, drawing thousands of devoted fans to Colorado each summer. The 2026 edition will continue this tradition with new stage production, curated support lineups, and immersive fan experiences that celebrate over a decade of Zeds Dead’s genre-defying legacy.
Following the duo’s acclaimed 2025 album Return to the Spectrum of Intergalactic Happiness, which introduced fans to a surreal, cinematic world blending soul, hip-hop, and bass, Deadrocks XII will feature new live material and visuals built around the project’s expansive sonic universe. In past years, ZEDS DEAD have sold out both nights of Red Rocks in advance of any lineup announcement – a testament to their devoted fanbase and the experience-first ethos of Deadrocks.
The Backyard Jamboree returns on July 4 at Auraria Campus in downtown Denver, expanding the event’s footprint while preserving its beloved block-party vibe. Expect BBQ, lawn games, a hot dog eating contest, a vendor village, and another stacked lineup curated by ZEDS DEAD and the Deadbeats label family. It’s one of the most unique fan-forward events in dance music – community-driven, family-friendly, and entirely unforgettable.
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