Hello Thrill Seekers!

JPGU 5.0 is an event for players and music-lovers of all ages, levels, interests, and tastes! Whether you are a master player, a beginner, or just an enthusiastic fan, our four-day programs offer activities and workshops for you. Our environments are non-competitive and are strictly about immersing oneself in the joys of music and our lovely surroundings!

Your registration includes:

  • Non-stop rock n’ roll guitar for the entire time – all of our instructors, team leaders, and staff living and eating together for 4 days!
  • Daily master sessions with many of the biggest names in rock guitar history
  • Intimate breakout masterclasses with our faculty all day every day
  • Amazing concerts every night, with special matinee concerts every day too!
  • Jamming, shredding, and playing all day!
  • All backline provided – all you need is to bring your guitar!
  • Wonderful accommodations in Vegas
  • Lunches and dinners every day
  • Photo op and signing session with our Faculty!

Hello, fellow guitar enthusiasts!

I’m thrilled to invite guitar players of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels to join me at Guitar Universe 5.0, taking place August 7-10, 2025, at the scenic Lake Las Vegas Hilton Resort. This year, we’re bringing our Guitar Universe to the breathtaking backdrop of Lake Las Vegas – a location where you can truly immerse yourself in a transformative musical experience while enjoying the beauty and serenity of this desert oasis.

A Star-Studded Faculty as always, we’ve assembled an incredible lineup of some of the world’s greatest guitarists. Returning JPGU alumni are the phenomenal; Tosin Abasi, Guthrie Govan, Rena Petrucci and Jason Richardson. I’m also excited to welcome some new guest instructors this year, including the talented Chris Broderick, Nili Brosh, Mike Dawes, Martin Miller and Angel Vivaldi. As always I will be performing with my solo trio featuring the amazing Dave LaRue on bass and my dear friend and Dream Theater bandmate Mike Portnoy, who will be making his first-ever appearance at Guitar Universe, making this an event you won’t want to miss!

Each day is packed with classes and workshops led by our esteemed instructors, covering a range of styles from jazz fusion to metal and beyond as well as masterclasses by yours truly on technique, guitar tone, soloing, songwriting and more! In the evenings we’ll host unforgettable events, from special showcases and nightly concerts, including an acoustic night, to late-night jam sessions featuring our guest instructors, tech classes and more! I really encourage musician camaraderie at these events and want them to be as welcoming and feel as ‘camp-like’ as possible so there will be plenty of casual hangs and great meals together including my famous BBQ by the pool plus other fun events! The week will culminate with a grand concert featuring my solo band, making for a spectacular end to an incredible four days.

One of the core values of Guitar Universe is inclusivity. Our faculty represents a cross-section of the guitar community across style, age and nationality, and we are committed to showcasing diverse perspectives in music. We’re especially thrilled to continue featuring amazing guitarists of all ages, styles and genders and to create an environment where everyone-no matter their background-feels welcome. I’m excited to have Rena, who will be performing with her band, and Nili join us, as I feel it’s important to showcase the very talented female guitarists in our community and in fact, I encourage all the women shredders out there to join us. If you’ve been thinking about it, please don’t hesitate and go for it this year. Guitar Universe is for everyone, and we want you here!

Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, there’s a place for you here. Guitar Universe is designed to be inspiring, not intimidating. You don’t have to worry about being put on the spot; this is a supportive community where we’re all here to grow and learn together. In fact, even if you’re just a fan of music and not a guitarist yourself, you’ll find a welcoming community of like-minded people and plenty to enjoy.

Join the Guitar Universe Community. This camp is more than just a music retreat; it’s a celebration of the guitar community. After four days of music, connection, and inspiration, you’ll leave with lifelong friendships, unforgettable memories, and a renewed love for music and guitar. I can’t wait to share this experience with all of you and witness the incredible community we build together.

I hope you’ll join us at Guitar Universe 5.0 for what promises to be our best year yet! Let’s make music, share our passion, and continue this amazing journey together.

See you there!

John Petrucci

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Artists

John Petrucci

Tosin Abasi

Chris Broderick

Nili Brosh

Mike Dawes

Doug Doppler

Guthrie Govan

Martin Miller

Rena Petrucci

Jason Richardson

Angel Vivaldi

Dave LaRue

Mike Portnoy

Schedule

JPGU 5.0 begins at 3pm August 7 and ends morning of August 11 (activities will conclude late night August 10). A final schedule will be released later this year but below is an initial schedule of activities for the 4 days and nights (subject to change).

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Typical Day

  • 10AM – Breakout masterclasses in different levels led by Tosin, Guthrie, Mike, Martin, Jason, Nili, Chris, Rena, and Angel

    11:30 – John Petrucci master class

    1PM – Lunch

    2:30PM – Breakout masterclasses in different levels led by Tosin, Guthrie, Mike, Martin, Jason, Nili, Chris, Rena, and Angel

    4PM – John Petrucci master class

    6PM – Dinner

    7:30PM – All star concert with Faculty

    9PM – Camper jamming in 8 fully stocked jam rooms (guitars not included) until the wee hours!

Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa

Settings and Accommodations

Surrounded by the Mojave’s mountains and desert, Hilton Lake Las Vegas lakeside hotel is a 30-minute ride to the Las Vegas Strip. They’re adjacent to MonteLago, a Tuscan-inspired village with a marina, shops, and water sports, and within a mile of Reflection Bay Golf Club. Enjoy the resort pool with private cabanas and Mediterranean-style spa.

Pricing and Registration

Register by January 2 for 10% off!!
Discount automatically applied at checkout

Upon checkout you have the option to pay in full or 50%. If you chose to pay 50% now, the remaining balance will be automatically charged to the credit card on file on June 1, 2025.

Pricing and Room Types

  • Shared Room with Two Beds (Men’s)
    2,799

    A registration for one person in a Standard Room with two beds, and shared with a roommate. You may either name a fellow registrant as your roommate or one will be assigned by Dreamcatcher Events. Roommate matches are based on age and gender. If signing up with a roommate in mind, please enter their name in the “Roommate” field as you continue registration. Roommate must also register for Guitar Universe 5.0.  Pricing is per person.

  • Shared Room with Two Beds (Women’s)
    2,799

    A registration for one person in a Standard Room with two beds, and shared with a roommate. You may either name a fellow registrant as your roommate or one will be assigned by Dreamcatcher Events. Roommate matches are based on age and gender. If signing up with a roommate in mind, please enter their name in the “Roommate” field as you continue registration. Roommate must also register for Guitar Universe 5.0.  Pricing is per person.

  • Single Room with One Bed
    3,799

    Standard room with one bed. All attendees must stay at the Lake Las Vegas Hilton Resort. Pricing is per person.

  • Bring Your Loved One with One Bed
    5,199

    This package is for 2 people. One person is fully enrolled in all activities, workshops, and concerts, while the other accompanies them to meals and concerts only. The room includes one large bed. Pricing is for 2 people.

  • Bring Your Loved One with Two Beds
    5,199

    This package is for 2 people. One person is fully enrolled in all activities, workshops, and concerts, while the other accompanies them to meals and concerts only. The room includes two large beds. Pricing is for 2 people.

  • Couple’s Suite
    5,799

    This package is for 2 people to share lavish accommodations, dine with the group for all meals, and attend all workshops, concerts, and events together. Pricing is for 2 people.

What's Included

  • All workshops, activities, and entertainment for 4 days and nights
  • Daily concerts and performances by our teams!
  • Accommodations
  • Parking
  • Wonderful Lunches and Dinners
  • Wi-Fi
  • Jam rooms stocked with backline and gear (guitars not included)

What's Not Included

  • Transportation to the event
  • Breakfast
  • Alcohol and snacks
  • Sightseeing excursions in the area
  • Personal musical gear

Pricing and Registration Policy

  • Registration & Payments
    • All rates are per-person, unless stated otherwise.
    • All prices are listed in US dollars and subject to change. Prior sales excluded. Dreamcatcher Events reserves the right to change any price, package or offering at any time without prior notice.
    • All rates are subject to 11.9% surcharge, which includes state and local taxes plus service fees.
  • Installment Payment Plan – Upon checkout, you have the option to pay in full or one 50% installment.
    • Upon registration, a non-refundable deposit of 50% of the total purchase amount is charged to your credit card.
    • The remaining balance will be automatically charged to the credit card on file on June 1, 2025.
  • Cancellations
    • All payments and deposits are final and non-refundable unless you enroll in the Active Cancellation Insurance program. The Active Cancellation Insurance program is a program that will enable you to receive a full refund should you cancel your registration for any reason as long as you file your claim no less than 48 hours before the event.
    • To enroll in this program, you can purchase the Insurance at check out. The cost to consumers is 20% of the cart total after any discounts have been applied. It will clearly spell out the amount in dollars it will cost at the time of checkout.
    • Active Refund is only available to those in the United States, Canada, France, Switzerland, Germany, United Kingdom, Australia or New Zealand. Anyone registering outside of those countries will need to purchase trip cancellation insurance from a 3rd party of their choice.

If you have any questions, please call our customer service number (+1) 800-852-9277, or send us an email at info@dreamcatcher-events.com

For complete details please see our Registration and Payment Policy and Cancellation FAQ

Travel Directions

Hilton Lake Las Vegas Resort & Spa

Address
1610 Lake Las Vegas Parkway
Henderson, NV 89011

Directions
Hilton Lake Las Vegas is just a short 20 minute Uber or taxi from Las Vegas International Airport.

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Instrument Travel

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