Dark Star Orchestra at Riverside Theater

A TRIBUTE TO THE GRATEFUL DEAD 

 DARK STAR ORCHESTRA 2026 TOUR.

On Friday, 13th March 2026, the Dark Star Orchestra delivers their genuine recreation of the legendary Grateful Dead performances to the famous Riverside Theater in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in a celebrated Grateful Dead tribute act. The Milwaukee concert serves as a special event that continues DSO's mission to defend the Grateful Dead's unique, free-spirited musical style. The Dark Star Orchestra, known otherwise as DSO, performs all the Grateful Dead performances in the order in which they actually occurred. DSO uses the same style of instrumentation, wears the same stage costumes, and sings the epic songs in the same format as originally presented. 

Entry passes for this legendary Grateful Dead concert start at $114. You cannot afford to miss this concert.

DARK STAR ORCHESTRA. 

Formed in 1997, Dark Star Orchestra has established an incredible reputation as the premier Grateful Dead celebration collective. The group uses their tribute act to perform exact replicas (in every detail) of specific Dead setlists, which they selected from the band's numerous touring performances. Favorite and iconic songs like "Terrapin Station," "Scarlet Begonias," "Fire on the Mountain," "Truckin'," and "Dark Star" are all performed with exceptional precision. The group has performed at more than 3,500 shows across different continents and has received official recognition from Grateful Dead musicians. Bob Weir has publicly recognized the band members for their work to maintain the free-spirited nature of the Dead. The DSO maintains their policy of not revealing their song choices before performances. In this way, they preserve the unpredictable nature of the concert, which has made Grateful Dead live shows so special. While releasing their new album, "Dark Star Orchestra," the band continues to perform live, protecting their outstanding concert recordings.  The ensemble has earned widespread recognition and nominations from various jam band celebrations.The DSO holds a growing and devoted following of tens of thousands of deadheads globally.

RIVERSIDE THEATER IN  MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN.

Built along the banks of the Milwaukee River and opened in 1928, the Riverside Theater is located at 116 West Wisconsin Avenue in central Milwaukee. The building features Spanish Revival architecture. It is huge and opulent. The audience of some 2,450 guests is spread throughout its first-floor orchestra section and the upper mezzanine and gallery levels. The facility offers brilliant state-of-the-art sound and audio qualities. The facility operates food and beverage stands that provide both non-alcoholic beverages and alcoholic beverages to customers. 

Additional information about accommodations and guidelines can be obtained by calling 414-242-8200.

TICKET AND OTHER INFORMATION. 

Entry ticket prices start at $114 for this outstanding performance. Buy your tickets through two secure channels, which include purchasing from Ticket Squeeze or directly from the Riverside Theater box office. Click the "buy tickets" link to verify your attendance at this outstanding event.

Multiple parking places can be found surrounding the Riverside Theater. The theater is located in downtown Milwaukee, where many parking garages and metered parking spaces are available. Close garages include the Grand Avenue parking facility and various open-air lots within short range.