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6th Annual Run for the Roses Festival

Welcome to the 7th Annual Run for the Roses Festival!

Join us for an unforgettable experience at the 7th Annual Run for the Roses Festival, where music and community come together. Explore our lineup, get your tickets, and be part of the magic!

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RUN FOR THE ROSES Lineup

Thursday, May 8th 2025

Joe & Tay

5:00p-7:00p

Joe & Tay are a soulful husband-and-wife acoustic duo blending classic covers and heartfelt originals. Delivering timeless sounds from the Allman Brothers to Fleetwood Mac, to the Beatles; Their smooth harmonies, groovy loops, and feel-good vibes, will have you singing along in no time!   


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Location- Outside Stage

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Peach Truck, an Allman Brothers Tribute Band from Omaha, Nebraska that covers Allman Brothers Band

Peach Truck

7:00p-10:00p

Peach Truck is a band devoted to keeping the music of The Allman Brothers alive, as well as playing songs that are in some way related to the Allman Brothers Band.   


Location- Outside Stage

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Mace Hathaway, local musician, americana, grateful dead covers, 200+ songs, omaha NE

Mace Hathaway

10:30p-12:30

Mace Hathaway is an Americana storyteller with 200+ originals, blending heartfelt songs with a touch of Grateful Dead magic. His soulful voice crafts unforgettable, authentic musical experiences rooted in the Midwest. 


Location- Inside Stage

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Friday, May 9th 2025

David Sims Quartet

6:00p-7:00p

Dave Sims Quartet is a powerhouse Omaha ensemble led by guitarist Dave Sims. Anchored by a thunderous bassist and two dynamic percussionists you’ve likely spotted jamming around town as members of the band Getchasum.

This quartet strips everything back to raw, heartfelt riffs and soulful fusions of jazz, funk, and rock creating an irresistible sonic journey.  


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Location: Outside

Band Site- n/a

Randall Gruber (Inside)

6:00p-7:30p

Randall Gruber is a soul-folk artist from Council Bluffs, Iowa; now an Omaha resident.  He recently released his first studio album, Soul Searchin'.  His music is driven by passion fueled vocals and poetic lyricism, accompanied with acoustic guitar. 


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Location: Inside

Check out his music: Click Here


Unbroken Chain

7:15p-9:15p

Unbroken Chain is an Omaha-based tribute band dedicated to celebrating the music and legacy of the Grateful Dead. With passionate performances of classic hits and deep cuts, they capture the Dead’s spirit, creativity, and sense of community. 


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Location: Outside

Band Site- n/a

Mace Hathaway (Inside)

8:30p-11:00p

Mace Hathaway is an Americana storyteller with 200+ originals, blending heartfelt songs with a touch of Grateful Dead magic. His soulful voice crafts unforgettable, authentic musical experiences rooted in the Midwest.


*Click the image above to follow them on FB.


Location- Inside

Band Site- n/a


Magū

9:30p-10:15p

Magū is an art rock band from Omaha, Nebraska known for their distinctive sound that blends atmospheric melodies with introspective lyrics. The band maintains undeniably expansive yet cohesive conceptualizations in their music. 


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Location: Outside

Band Site- n/a


Phandemic

10:30p-12:30a

Phandemic is a Phish Tribute from Omaha, NE, delivers high-energy Phish covers and originals. Known for jam-driven shows, they've played Wonderbowl Omaha, Frostville Music Fest, Power and Progress Fest, and more. 


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Location: Outside

Band Site- n/a

Zach Kurmel

12:00a-1:30a

 DJ Zach (Zach Kurmel) is the energy behind Chaos Productions DJ Company—voted Best DJ Service in Omaha five years straight. With 15+ years spinning, he masters seamless mixes and crowd hype. 

He’s also a multi-instrumentalist in Omaha bands like Magu (featured at Run for the Roses), blending festival vibes with live chops. DJ Zach doesn’t just play music—he makes every event the party. 

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Location: Inside

Band Site- CLICK HERE!


Sat, May 10th 2025

Nebraska's very own Jimi Hendrix Tribute Band and cover band

ReXperience

3:00p-5:00p

 The New Re Xperience is Nebraska's only Jimi Hendrix tribute band. A mind-bending journey through Hendrix’s revolutionary sound—complete with note-for-note renditions, psychedelic vibes, and unmatched energy. From “Purple Haze” to “Voodoo Child,” every performance is a fiery tribute to the legend who changed rock forever.

Crank it up, close your eyes, and let Re Xperience take you there.


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Location: Outside

Band Site- n/a

Check out their music- Click Here! 

Eva Bleu Band

5:15p-7:15p

Eva Bleu leads the Eva Bleu Band, a trio blending blues, funk, soul, rock, and love. With Keith on drums Luke on bass, and Eva on guitar, this trio brings soulful melodics to the stage.  Inspired by Janis Joplin, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, and Susan Tedeschi, Eva’s soulful voice and the bands energy create unforgettable performances. 


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Location: Outside

Band Site- n/a

Check out her music-  CLICK HERE 

Ross Koley

7:00p-8:30p

  Ross Koley is a soulful acoustic artist with a raw, raspy voice that brings every lyric to life. Blending classic rock influences with heartfelt delivery, Ross keeps the jams flowing and the vibes just right—whether he’s strumming solo or jumping into a groove mid-set.


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Location: Inside

Band Site- n/a


Exile on "O" St

7:30p-9:45p

Exile on O St. is a Rolling Stones tribute band born from a one-off benefit show in 2015. The energy was electric, and the music too good to quit. They've been rocking Stones classics and deep cuts on stage ever since.


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Location: Outside

Band Site- n/a 



Valley Creatures (Inside)

9:00p-11:15p

Valley Creatures will captivate your senses with their unique psychedelic sound, blending mind-expanding melodies and vibrant live percussion. Their energizing rhythms will set the mood, spark your imagination, Synced up with vibrant, live percussion that adds depth and energy to every riveting performance! 


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Location: Inside

Band Site- Click Here!

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Daniel & the Deliverance

10:00p-12:30a

  

Daniel and the Deliverance are Nebraska’s premier five-piece bluegrass outfit—part honky-tonk, part jam-grass, all heart. Fronted by Daniel’s driving guitar and vocals, they weave banjo twangs, fiddle flourishes, mandolin chops, and a deep-groove bass into soulful pop-cover reimaginations. Their high-energy shows are a foot-stompin’, crowd-singin’ celebration you won’t wana end!


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Location: outside

Band Site- n/a

Cruz Control (Inside)

12a-2a

Cruz Control is a three piece band based out of Omaha Nebraska. The band creates and blends their own sound based off of their love for Funk, Reggae and Jamband style music. Cruz Control is guaranteed to get you moving! 


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Location: Inside


1- Day Passes are available. 3-Day passes advised.

“A Glimpse Beneath the Stars – Fall Festival Vibes!”

 Get a little taste of the magic!  Here's a throwback snippet from Cats Under the Stars 2022, The Brokedown Palace's Annual Fall Festival.
Live music, good vibes, and a whole lotta love—this is just a glimpse of what’s in store.
Don’t miss out this year! 

Video Credit- Mustard Vision, Temperature0 Productions, Funk Trek, Paradise Studios

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