The city of Ventura recently hosted the ‘Maybe It Was The Roses’ Music Festival, a vibrant celebration of the Grateful Dead’s enduring legacy. Held outside the Crowne Plaza, the festival featured over a dozen bands, including local favorite No Simple Highway from Santa Barbara, who performed on Sunday afternoon.

A Gathering of Generations

The festival not only honored the music of the Grateful Dead and the late Bob Weir but also brought together fans from multiple generations. Sky Ulep of the band Jaz Plays Dead expressed his excitement, saying, “It is an amazing festival with amazing music. I had the chance to play with my band on Friday, and now I get to see my dad play coming up next.”

Attendees were treated to a unique artistic experience as Rod Tyron created a 3D work of art on the pavement near the entrance. This creative addition added a visual dimension to the musical festivities.

Shakedown Street and More

A highlight of the festival was Shakedown Street, where fans could purchase Grateful Dead-inspired art and memorabilia. This marketplace offered a variety of items, allowing attendees to take home a piece of the festival’s spirit.

The event concluded with performances in the Top of the Harbor Ballroom, wrapping up a weekend filled with music and community spirit. For those interested in future events, more information can be found at the festival’s website.

Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.