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Faded is the Crimson - Acoustic Tribute to the Grateful Dead


*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 07/26/2026
Join us for a special performance celebrating the Grateful Dead’s beloved 1981 acoustic live album Reckoning, performed by Faded Is The Crimson, an all-star collective featuring musicians from several acclaimed regional jam and tribute bands. This rare "Music at the Barn" appearance revives the intimate spirit of the Dead’s 1980 acoustic sets with stripped-down arrangements, rich harmonies, and timeless Dead warmth for an unforgettable night.

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Faded is the Crimson brings a celebration of The Grateful Dead to the Weston History and Cultural Center’s popular summer concert series, Music at the Barn, on Sunday, July 26th, 2026 from 5:30-7pm! Bring the family for an evening of music on the historic grounds at 104 Weston Rd. Weston, CT. Bring a lawn chair, BYOB and enjoy the show!

Tickets at the door or in advance at: https://westoncthistory.org. $15 - Adult & Teen WHCC Members, $20 - Adult & Teen non-members, FREE – children 12 and under. If there is inclement weather, concerts will be rescheduled. Always check our website for updates. Music at the Barn is sponsored by Fairfield County Bank, and Aquarion Water Company.

Join us for a special night celebrating the Grateful Dead’s beloved 1981 live acoustic double album Reckoning, performed by "Faded Is The Crimson", an All-star band led by guitarist JD Seem (of Faster Things – Allman Brothers Tribute). The lineup includes Doug Marino (of Laughin' Bones and Alligator bands) on keys and vocals, Barry Blumenfeld (of CT Grateful Dead Allstars and Bone Dry bands) on Guitar and Vocals, Pat Lavery (of Mystic Bowie and the Christopher Robin Band) on bass and vocals and Hans Broecking (Fuzz and Friends, Shell Shockt)) on drums and vocals.This special lineup will gather to revive the spirit of those intimate 1980 shows—stripped-down arrangements, sweet harmonies, and that unmistakable Dead warmth.

The Weston History & Culture Center is located at 104 Weston Road Weston, CT. Parking is FREE and located in our parking lot on High Acre Road. Overflow parking along High Acre Road. If there is inclement weather, concerts will be rescheduled. Always check our website for updates. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket as seating is outside. Indoor restrooms are on site.

The Weston Historical Society D/B/A The Weston History & Culture Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. WHCC would like to thank its benefactors: The Daniel E. Offutt, III Charitable Trust and the Twenty-Seven Foundation. It also thanks its annual sponsors: Fairfield County Bank, and Aquarion Water Company. For more information and how to donate, visit www.WestonCTHistory.org or email: info@westoncthistory.org or call: 203-226-1804.

Location: 
Weston History & Culture Center - Weston Historical Society, Weston Road, Weston, CT, USA
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Samantha Fargione
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The event has already taken place on this date: 
07/26/2026
Time: 
5:30 Pm - 7:00 PM
Price: 
$15 for members, $20 for non-members, kids under 12 free