Photos: Wiz Khalifa Rolls Through Red Rocks to Celebrate 4/20

The renowned rapper and songwriter came to Colorado to celebrate the unofficial marijuana holiday.

April 21, 2025

Image: A photo of Red Rocks filled with concertgoers for Wiz Khalifa on 4/20.

A packed house at Red Rocks for Wiz Khalifa Brandon Johnson (@bjohnsonxar)

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On April 20, the unofficial holiday devoted to cannabis, Wiz Khalifa came to Colorado for an electrifying performance at Red Rocks. The 4/20 show included Larry June, Ab-Soul and Chevy Woods...and an audience full of fans who appreciated the music and their marijuana.

Wiz Khalifa, born Cameron Jibril Thomaz and hailing from Pittsburgh, is a songwriter known for his melodic blend of singing and rapping. Rising to fame with hits like "Black and Yellow" and "See You Again," he has become one of the most successful artists in modern hip-hop. With multiple albums and collaborations under his belt, Wiz Khalifa continues to leave his mark on the music industry.

See photos from the show:

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