The San Francisco Giants and Relix’s event, The Heart of Town, a three-night concert series celebrating the Grateful Dead’s 60th anniversary and the city that shaped the band, has added Robert Randolph to its Saturday, August 2 lineup. The six-time Grammy-nominated pedal steel powerhouse joins a stacked roster of musicians for the final night of the Bay Area occasion. And, LIMITED TICKETS remain for Thursday, July 31.

Before Randolph participates in the event, The Heart of Town, led by Grahame Lesh & Friends, will open on Thursday, July 31. Night one’s lineup features jam-scene heavyweights like Alex Koford, Andy Frasco, Bill Nershi, Elliott Peck, Eric Krasno, Garrett Deolian, Giffin Goldsmith, Holly Bowling, Ivan Neville, Jeremy Hoenig, John Kadlecik, John Molo, JP McLean, Maggie Rose, Melvin Seals, Nathan Graham, Nicki Bluhm, Pete Seats, Peter Rowan, Roger McNamee, Sam Grisman, Taylor Goldsmith and Tony Hall. 

Night one will commence at 8 p.m., and the subsequent dates will shift to late-night hours, taking into consideration Dead & Company’s schedule and providing fans with the ability to soak up every bit of music. Friday, August 1, will see the return of Koford, Peck, Graham, and Bluhm, as well as fellow guests and night two arrivals, including Cody and Luther Dickinson. Duane Betts, Jake Brownstein, Jason Crosby, Kanika Moore, Karl Denson, Leslie Mendelson, members of BERTHA: Grateful Drag, Neal Francis, Reed Mathis, Scott Law, Tom Hamilton and Trevor Weekz. 

Then, on the third and final night, Saturday, August 2, attendees can expect the arrival of Adam Deitch, Cotter Ellis, Dan “Lebo” Lebowitz, Erick Coomes, Jackie Greene, Jennifer Hartswick, John Lee Shannon, John Medeski, Karina Rykman, Mikaela Davis, Natalie Cressman, Steve Moltz, Stuart Boogie, and new arrival, Randolph. 

In tandem with the initial announcement, Grahame Lesh shared, “My family has recently talked about the Grateful Dead’s legacy as a grand old tree, still growing after 60 years. Its roots are deep in the earth of America’s musical history. Its trunk is the original members of the band, and its branches and leaves are all the musical offshoots and musicians who were and continue to be inspired by the music of the Grateful Dead. The Heart of Town is a celebration of that 60-year legacy, and I am honored to host this all-star celebration at Pier 48 in Mission Rock with all of these beautiful musicians – all of these branches on the tree.” 

“I’m so thrilled to be among the countless Deadheads flocking to beautiful San Francisco to celebrate 60 years of the Grateful Dead – the timeless music of my father Phil and his dear friends – in Golden Gate Park with Dead & Company. And I know that San Francisco will be filled with that music all weekend – I’m honored to contribute to that with all of my friends at The Heart of Town.”

“We’re proud to stand with our partners to present The Heart of Town at Pier 48,” said Larry Baer, President & CEO, San Francisco Giants. “Beyond an amazing celebration of music, it’s a gathering that embodies San Francisco’s enduring spirit. As Mission Rock takes shape as a vibrant destination for culture and connection, we’re thrilled to collaborate with Grahame Lesh, Relix, Terrapin, and Dayglo to bring such an incredible event to the city we love.”

“The Grateful Dead were birthed in San Francisco 60 years ago, and The Heart of Town is about honoring that legacy — bringing people together through music and the spirit of the city where it all began. Having Grahame leading the charge with so many incredible musicians makes it magic— it’s the next generation carrying the torch and keeping the music alive,” shared Dayglo Presents Founder Peter Shapiro.

The Heart of Town is produced by Terrapin Station Entertainment and Dayglo Presents, with a portion of proceeds supporting The Rex Foundation. Jonathan Shank & Peter Shapiro will serve as Executive Producers alongside Producer Molly Billmyre and Musical Director Grahame Lesh.

All passes can be purchased at sfgiants.com/heartoftown. A portion of the proceeds will Benefit the Rex Foundation. 

LIMITED TICKETS remain for Thursday, July 31.