University of Miami x Grateful Dead Stacked Bears Tee

Officially licensed by University of Miami and Grateful Dead. Available exclusively through Class Trip.

The Grateful Dead’s connection to Miami, particularly with the University of Miami, highlights the intersection of countercultural music and campus energy. While the band didn’t have formal ties to the university, their performances in Miami, such as the iconic 1974 show at the Miami Jai Alai Fronton, resonated with the city's vibrant and diverse culture, and rocked an 18 minute vocal-less Dark Star. Students of The U, along with local Deadheads, flocked to the show, embracing the band’s ethos of exploration, community, and musical improvisation. The city’s blend of arts, music, and university life made Miami a fitting stop on the Dead’s tour, solidifying their influence in South Florida.