What a Ride: Celebrating the 2026 Durango Blues Train

The views. The music. The friendships. What a ride.

Thank you to everyone who joined us aboard the 2026 Durango Blues Train, August 20–22, for three unforgettable nights of live blues, mountain scenery and good times on the rails.

From the moment the train pulled out of Durango, the energy was electric. Six incredible artists filled the vintage train coaches with live music while fans moved from car to car, danced, sang along and took in the spectacular scenery of the San Juan Mountains.

Most importantly, thank you to you, the fans, for making the Durango Blues Train such a special experience year after year. This event simply wouldn't be the same without the people who climb aboard and bring the energy.


A smiling passenger with a cold beverage on board the 2026 Durango Blues Train.

Thank You For Three Unforgettable Nights!

A huge thank you to the incredible 2026 lineup: The Boneshakers, Dick Earl’s Electric Witness, Dave Jordan & Co, Kara Grainger, Nigel Wearne, and Weary Ramblers.

Each artist brought their own sound and energy to the train, creating a musical experience that could only happen aboard the Durango Blues Train.

Thank You to Our Partners & Crew

An experience like this takes an incredible team behind the scenes.

Thank you to our partners, sponsors, volunteers and the entire crew who helped make the 2026 Durango Blues Train possible - General Palmer Hotel, The Hotel Telluride, Best Western PLUS, Durango Lodge, Strater Hotel, Rochester Hotel, Suntory Global Spirits.

And a special thank you to the team at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad for helping us bring live music through the San Juan Mountains once again.

From the engineers and conductors to our coach hosts and bartenders, thank you for keeping the train moving and the good times rolling.

And of course, thank you to our beverage and food partners, Telluride Brewing Company, Ska Brewing, and 2nd Deli & Spirits for helping keep passengers refreshed throughout the ride.


Relive the Ride: Photo Gallery

Relive the best moments from the Durango Blues Train! From incredible performances and dancing between the cars to the energy of friends, fans, and musicians sharing the ride, these photos capture what made this year’s train so special. Take a look through the gallery and find your favorite moments from an unforgettable weekend on the rails.


A passenger wears the new merch from the Durango Blues Train showcasing the design and options.

Take a Piece of the Blues Train Home

Black Short Sleeve Shirt
$35.00
  • 65/35 polyester/combed ring-spun cotton

  • Regular fit

  • Self 3/8” shoulder to shoulder binding

  • Self 5/8” neckband

  • Side seams

Railroad Grey Hooded Long Sleeve Shirt
$60.00
  • 100% ring-spun cotton

  • Relaxed fit

  • Double-needle stitched throughout

  • Two-ply jersey hood with single-needle edge stitching on neck

  • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping

  • Ribbed cuffs

Indigo Crewneck Sweatshirt
$65.00
  • 55/45 ring-spun cotton/polyester fabric

  • Unisex, slim fit

  • Loopback terry fabric

  • Twill neck tape

  • 1x1 ribbing at cuffs & waistband

Durango Blues Train - Black Embroidered Dad Hat
$30.00

Our classic Dad Hat. Premium cotton and a high quality brass clasp for the adjustable hideaway backstrap give this cap timeless style.

Durango Blues Train - Blue Embroidered Dad Hat
$30.00

Our classic Dad Hat. Premium cotton and a high quality brass clasp for the adjustable hideaway backstrap give this cap timeless style.

Durango Blues Train Bandana
$25.00

100% Cotton

22x22 Inches

Olive Unisex Lightweight Crewneck Sweatshirt
$60.00
  • Unisex, slim fit

  • Loopback terry fabric

  • Twill neck tape

  • Tear away label

Steel Blue Durango Blues Train Hoodie
$65.00

Steel Blue Hoodie featuring new artwork by graphic designer Brian Rau.

  • 52/48 Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton/polyester

  • Pre-shrunk

  • Unisex sizing

  • White drawcord

  • Pouch pocket

  • Ribbed cuffs and waistband

  • Side seams

  • Tear away label

Didn't get the merch you wanted onboard? Looking for a souvenir to remember the ride?

Our online Durango Blues Train store is open with official hats, shirts, sweatshirts, bandanas and other gear.

Grab your favorite piece of Blues Train merch and keep the memories rolling long after the train has returned to the depot.


Until Next Time...

Three nights go by fast. One minute we're welcoming everyone at the depot, and the next we're watching the train roll back into Durango after another unforgettable night in the mountains.

Thank you for riding with us, dancing with us, singing with us and making the 2026 Durango Blues Train one to remember.

We'll see you back on the rails in 2027. Until next year, all aboard!