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Tunes at the Dunes Ft. Cubensis (Grateful Dead Tribute)
July 5, 2025 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Free admission. Holiday Weekend Paid Parking $35.
Cubensis, an amazing, evolving re-creation of the Grateful Dead experience, is live at Newport Dunes. 
Since 1987, Los Angeles-based band Cubensis has carried the torch in celebration of one of America’s most beloved touring bands. Join other Dead Heads while enjoying the amazing views from our beachfront venue! Bring your float or beach chairs.
This is a family-friendly event. Enjoy:
- Food Trucks – 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
- Full Bar (Beer, Wine & Cocktails) – 2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
- Live Entertainment – 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Come early and enjoy:
- Inflatable Water Park – Reserve now – 9:30 am to 6:00 pm
- Water Sports Rentals (Pedal Boats, Duffy Boats, SUPs, Kayaks) – 9:30 am to 6:00 pm
- Moe B’s Munchies Bar & Grill – 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Public Beach, swimming lagoon, restrooms and outdoor shower
You can also join us for Movies on the Beach. Begins at dusk.
Parking is $35 on holiday weekends. The parking lot can get packed on busy holiday weekends, so plan to arrive early. We have plenty of bicycle parking.
Location: Newport Dunes Horseshoe Event Venue – between Pavilion C and the Gazebo