After selling out 11 consecutive years of their iconic Red Rocks takeover, Canadian electronic legends Zeds Dead are set to return to Colorado for Deadrocks XII, a two-night celebration taking place July 2 and 3, 2026 at the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheatre. The weekend tradition continues with their annual Backyard Jamboree on Saturday, July 4, hosted this year at Denver’s Auraria Campus.
Together, Deadrocks XII and the Backyard Jamboree stand as the crown jewels of Zeds Dead’s annual live calendar. What began as a cult-favorite run has evolved into a full-scale cultural institution, drawing tens of thousands of devoted fans to Colorado each summer. The 2026 edition carries that legacy forward with new stage production, carefully curated support lineups, and immersive fan experiences that celebrate more than a decade of the duo’s genre-defying influence.
The announcement follows Zeds Dead’s acclaimed 2025 album, Return to the Spectrum of Intergalactic Happiness, a project that introduced fans to a surreal, cinematic universe blending soul, hip-hop, and bass music. Deadrocks XII will showcase new live material and visuals inspired by the album’s expansive sonic world, continuing the event’s reputation as an experience-first performance rather than a traditional headline show. In previous years, both nights at Red Rocks sold out well before any lineup announcements — a testament to the duo’s fiercely loyal fanbase and the trust they’ve built around the Deadrocks name.
The celebration extends beyond the amphitheatre with the return of the Backyard Jamboree on July 4. Relocating to Auraria Campus in downtown Denver, the daytime event expands its footprint while maintaining the laid-back, block-party energy fans have come to love. Attendees can expect BBQ, lawn games, a hot dog eating contest, a vendor village, and another stacked lineup curated by Zeds Dead alongside the Deadbeats label family.
Equal parts community gathering and music festival, the Backyard Jamboree has become one of the most distinctive fan-forward events in dance music — welcoming, family-friendly, and unforgettable. With Deadrocks XII and the Backyard Jamboree, Zeds Dead once again reaffirm why their Colorado takeover remains one of the most anticipated annual traditions in electronic music.
TICKET INFO & PRESALE SCHEDULE
Fans are encouraged to register early for access to limited presales and exclusive bundles:
- SEATED Early Access/Bundled Presale:
Wednesday, January 7 @ 10 AM MDT - Laylo Artist Presale:
Wednesday, January 7 @ 12 PM MDT - Red Rocks General On-Sale:
Thursday, January 8 @ 12 PM MDT - Jamboree General On-Sale:
Friday, January 9 @ 10 AM MDT
Presale Sign-Up: https://laylo.com/deadbeats/m/deadrocksxii
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