The Brokedown Palace presents:
7th Annual Run for the Roses Music & Arts Festival
Join us for the 7th Annual Run for the Roses Music & Arts Festival in Omaha, NE. Experience 14+ bands, 2 stages (1 outdoor, 1 indoor), vendors, games, art displays, and a vibrant community atmosphere. Discover the magic of music and creativity May 8th-May 10th right here in Omaha, NE. !
Run for the Roses & Dante: Post-Festy Social Media Contest!
RUN FOR THE ROSES & DANTE: POST-FESTY SOCIAL MEDIA CONTEST!
Run for the Roses & DANTE Contest — Now Extended!
We heard you, Festival Fam — the Post Festy Contest deadline has been pushed back! You now have until June 5, 2025 at 11:59 PM CT to submit your favorite Run for the Roses snapshot for a chance to win one of these amazing prizes:
- $100 Dante Gift Card
- $50 Dante Gift Card
- $25 Dante Gift Card
- $20 Brokedown Palace Gift Card
- Mystery “Festy” Merch Grab Bag (4 exclusive festival-themed items)
How to enter: Keep your Eyes peeled on our Facebook and Instagram for Contests Running 5/15-6/5
Winners will be drawn on 6/6 and announced via social media tags on 6/7.
Good luck—and thanks for celebrating Run for the Roses with us! 🌹📸
Terms and Conditions in a Nutshell:
• Eligibility: Open to 21+ U.S. residents; one entry per person.
• Entry Period: May 15 – June 5, 2025 at 11:59 PM CT.
• Winner Selection: Five winners (for $100, $50, $25 Dante GCs; $20 Brokedown Palace GC; Mystery Merch Bag) will be chosen by a variety of tactics listed in full T&Cs on June 6, 2025.
• Notification: Winners will be announced on our social channels by June 7.
• Prize Claim: Winners must pickup prize physically at Brokedown Palace, After 30 days void. We will NOT mail.
• Full T&Cs: click the button below.
Meet the Brokedown Palace, The Host for: the 7th Annual Run
A Musical Journey Awaits... Meet your host, The Brokedown Palace
About The Brokedown Palace, A Grateful Red Lounge in Omaha, NE:
Welcome to The Brokedown Palace—a Grateful Dead-inspired Husker bar in Omaha, NE and grassroots event collective built on music, community, and the belief that the best ideas (and the best jams) can come from the most unexpected places. 🎶🌹
We’re the proud hosts of two beloved bi-annual festivals:
🌸 Run for the Roses (every May – now in its 7th year)
🌌 Cats Under the Stars (every October – celebrating its 4th year)
In between, we keep the music flowing with a steady stream of live shows, both inside and out on our patio (when the sun cooperates). Whether it's jam bands, singer-songwriters, or tribute acts, we shine a light on the incredibly rich pool of talent in our region.
Our Mission
Our Mission is simple, but powerful:
To keep local music alive, support the arts, and build community through shared experience.
That means:
- Giving local musicians their moment in the sun ☀️
- Partnering with non-profits through free booths, hosted fundraisers, and donations from ticket sales
- Hosting events that blend authentic vibes with purpose
- Keeping the spirit of the Dead alive in all we do—community-driven, inclusive, and never losing sight of the music 🎵
Through tiered sponsorship & vendor opportunities...
we also give local businesses a chance to:
- Connect organically with their future customers
- Grow their digital presence through event visibility
- Contribute directly to Omaha’s cultural and creative scene
Grateful Dead Inspired, Community Fueled
Inspired by the Grateful Dead, Fueled by Community
The Grateful Dead didn’t just build a band—they built a culture. One rooted in authenticity, inclusion, humility, and fearless leadership. We believe in those values. That the best leaders—and the best venues—lead like nobody’s watching. We let our passion spill over.
We welcome everyone, from hippies to professionals, young dreamers to old souls. You don’t need a title to belong here. You just need to show up with an open mind and a love for music.
So whether you’re dancing in the field under the stars or sipping something cold on the patio—thank you for being part of the journey. We don’t take it for granted.
Let the music play, and the good times roll. 💀🌼