Backyards are for hanging out with friends, listening to music, playing lawn games, or simply relaxing. Take a time out from the festival floor and play some cornhole, listen to live music, try some special beverages, get some food, or chill in a comfy lawn chair.
Daily Schedule
Entertainment & Live Music
Thursday October 9
Jared Nels
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Singer-songwriter Jared Nels is known for his powerful vocals, quick and elegant guitar playing, and unique incorporation of yodeling into various genres.
Friday October 10
Kenny Lee Young
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Vibe out to original storytelling tunes and reimagined covers from Denver’s Kenny Lee Young. Kenny’s rhythmic acoustic guitar and soulful vocals are best enjoyed with a brew (or two)!
Saturday October 11
Halloween Flash Mob
1:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Beware of groovy zombies as Boulder’s drop-dead awesome Thriller Flash Mob performs Michael Jaskson’s spooky classic.
Jared Nels
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Singer-songwriter Jared Nels is known for his powerful vocals, quick and elegant guitar playing, and unique incorporation of yodeling into various genres.
We’ve partnered with Wibby Brewing and Upslope Brewing Company to bring you live music on the Backyard stage each session of the festival.
Wave that Flag
Thursday October 10 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm and 7:45 – 8:45 pm
Assembled just for GABF, this super group will play crowd-pleasing rock and roll, jam favorites, and classics! Featuring: Paul Murin of Dead Phish Orchestra & Friends, Alyssa Medina, Ben Rafferty, Ryan Sapp, and Fleeb Keith Thomas.
Drunken Hearts
Friday October 11 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm and 7:45 – 8:45 pm
This psychedelic, outlaw-country outfit evokes the best of songwriters like Townes Van Zandt and Steve Earle, colored with classic rock flourishes reminiscent of the Allman Brothers, Neil Young, and Tom Petty.
Boot Gun
Saturday 12 | 1:45 – 2:30 pm and 3:15 – 4 pm
Boot Gun isn’t just a band; they’re a full-fledged carnival of rock n roll crazy, a sonic burst as explosive as a Super Nova blowing a head gasket on a 100° Summer Sunday.
Lounges & Activities
Come take a time out from the festival floor. There are activities for all!
Ikon Pass Lounge
All Sessions
More details coming soon!
Giant Jenga
All Sessions
You take a block from the bottom and you put it on top … 🎶
2025 Beverage List
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