Mason’s Children + Katie Skene Band + Jax Plays Dead

2nd Annual Grateful Dead New Years at the Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach

The Tradition Continues! Join us for the 2nd Annual Grateful Dead New Years Eve Extravaganza at the beautiful Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach!

The Lineup

Headliner: Mason’s Children

Mason’s Children brings the authentic 1960s/70s energy and zest of the Dead to the stage. They are celebrated for their faithful renditions of the band’s most-loved songs. Get ready for an evening of classic hits and spirited improvisation that captures the heart of the music.

Special Guest: Katie Skene Band

Ventura’s own blues and Americana powerhouse, the Katie Skene Band, blends electric swamp blues with soulful, free-flowing rock. Expect soaring guitar work and an infectious energy that keeps the spirit of the Allman Brothers and the Dead alive and well.

Opener: JAX Plays Dead

Kicking off the night, JAX Plays Dead will cover tunes from all eras of the Grateful Dead, from their early classics to beautiful, soulful medleys. Get in the groove early!

What to Expect:

• World-Class Music: Three incredible bands dedicated to the music of the Grateful Dead.
• Iconic Location: Celebrate in the Crowne Plaza’s Top of the Harbor Ballroom, featuring spectacular 280-degree panoramic ocean and city skyline views.
• Midnight Celebration: A classic New Year’s countdown and champagne toast as we ring in the New Year.
• Good Vibes Only: An amazing community of dancers, Deadheads, and music lovers ready to usher in 2026.

Don’t miss the biggest New Year’s Dead party on the Ventura coast! Secure your tickets early—this event sells out every year.

Doors 6pm & event ends at 11:30?