San Jose Earthquakes Unveil Grateful Dead Collab Jersey

The new tie-dye kit pays homage to the iconic band's roots in the Bay Area.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The San Jose Earthquakes have released a new jersey for the 2026/2027 MLS season in collaboration with The Grateful Dead. The jersey features a vibrant tie-dye pattern in shades of blue, pink, and purple, a nod to the band's signature aesthetic. The collaboration celebrates The Grateful Dead's origins in San Jose, where the band played its first show under that name.

Why it matters

This partnership between the Earthquakes and The Grateful Dead brings together two iconic California entities, blending the worlds of professional sports and classic rock. The tie-dye jersey design is sure to be a hit with both soccer and music fans, tapping into the enduring popularity of the Grateful Dead's brand and aesthetic.

The details

The new Earthquakes jersey retails for $159.99 for men, $99.99 for women, and $79.99 for youth. It features the Adidas logo, the Earthquakes' logo, and the logo of their healthcare partner El Camino Health. The back of the jersey displays The Grateful Dead's iconic skull logo. In addition to the jersey, the collaboration includes Adidas tracksuits in complementary colors.

  • The jersey was released on February 11, 2026 ahead of the 2026/2027 MLS season.
  • The Earthquakes will debut the new jersey in their home opener on February 21, 2026 against Sporting Kansas City.

The players

San Jose Earthquakes

A professional soccer team that plays in Major League Soccer (MLS), based in San Jose, California.

The Grateful Dead

An iconic American rock band formed in the 1960s, known for their psychedelic sound and tie-dye aesthetic. The band played its first show under the name The Grateful Dead in San Jose, California.

David Lemieux

The archivist for The Grateful Dead, who has overseen previous collaborations between the band and sports teams.

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What they’re saying

“For us, it's a perfect match. Forest Green Rovers is a team that really follows Grateful Dead values, which is to say that we're both conscious of the world around us and we want to make sure that we leave it a better place than when we arrived.”

— David Lemieux, Grateful Dead Archivist (Billboard)

What’s next

The Earthquakes will debut the new Grateful Dead-inspired jersey in their home opener against Sporting Kansas City on February 21, 2026. Fans will be able to purchase the jersey and other collaborative merchandise through the team's online store and at PayPal Park.

The takeaway

This partnership between the San Jose Earthquakes and The Grateful Dead celebrates the shared California roots of both entities, bringing together the worlds of professional sports and classic rock through a vibrant, eye-catching jersey design that is sure to be a hit with fans of both the team and the band.