The onset of summer in the mountain town of Durango, Colorado inches a bit closer with the announcement of the artist lineup for the Durango Blues Train on August 22, 24 & 25, 2024. The Durango Blues Train is excited to kick off it's 12th year rockin' and rollin' aboard the the historic Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad with Alastair Greene, Ben Rice & The PDX Hustle, Levi Platero, Jesse Cotton Stone, Joe Waters and Marcus Trummer.
What a weekend with exceptional energy, incredible performances and dance moves. As the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad pushed north out of Durango with blues music echoing from car-to-car we couldn’t help but showcase big grins. Thank you to all of our artists, staff, partners and most importantly the loyal attendees that have made this unique event so special since 2011. Cheers and we’ll see you next year on August 22, 23, 24, 2024.
The 2023 Durango Blues Trains take place this weekend and we have all the info needed to get you ready for the musical experience of a lifetime! Check out our info guide with helpful details about wristband exchange, weather, parking, travel, schedule, lodging, and on-board refreshments.
Ice cold brews, breathtaking views, tasty food and blues music! The beer lineup and food menu for the Durango Blues Trains on August 24, 25 & 26 are here! The menus will feature tasty brews from our award-winning brewery and cider partners Ska Brewing, Telluride Brewing Company and Fenceline Cider, along with wine, soda and light snacks from Serious Texas BBQ.
We’ve partnered with Lyte to give our attendees an official way to get or return passes after they sell out! This is a fan-to-fan exchange that eliminates the worries of purchasing a fraudulent ticket from a scalper, Craigs List or third party like Stub Hub. Looking for sold out tickets? Request a ticket now and as soon as tickets are available, Lyte will complete your purchase automatically at the price offered, with no hidden fees. You will only be charged if Lyte finds you tickets. Bought tickets and can’t make it to the Train? We know that plans change. Return your ticket to Lyte and receive a fair market offer. Lyte will then re-sell your ticket to another fan.
Tickets for the Durango Blues Train on August 26 & 27 are on sale now! Tickets are available online, click here. Tickets are $139 per person per night, plus a Historic Train Preservation fee. Tickets are very limited and will sell out in advance. Get yours early and don't miss out!
The onset of summer in the mountain town of Durango, Colorado inches a bit closer with the announcement of the artist lineup for the Durango Blues Train on August 24, 25 & 26, 2023. The Durango Blues Train is excited to kick off it's 11th year rockin' and rollin' aboard the the historic Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad with Levee Town, Tyron Benoit Band, Rachel Ammons No Man Band, Arbuckle & Woods and Joe Waters.
All aboard! We're back! The Durango Blues Train is thrilled to announce that it will once again take the rails for a moving musical journey on August 24, 25 & 26, 2023. Join us for an exciting musical adventure aboard the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad’s steam-powered train through the spectacular and breathtaking canyons of the San Juan National Forest. The Blues Train features six live blues performances inside the train coaches with a festive musical environment. Each artist performs in their own vintage coach, while passengers are free to dance their way from coach to coach. Four coaches have seats while two are open with no seats for dancing. Enjoy an evening on the rails with some of Colorado's best craft beer, cider and wine along with spectacular scenery.
The return of the Durango Blues Train was overwhelmingly joyous! As the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad pushed north out of Durango with blues music echoing from car-to-car we couldn’t help but showcase big grins. After two long years it was so special to return with exceptional energy, incredible performances and countless smiles. Thank you to everyone who attended, worked and partnered with us to make the event such a success. Stay tuned for 2023 dates and ticket information coming soon.
Ice cold brews, breathtaking views, tasty food and blues music! The beer lineup and food menu for the Durango Blues Trains on August 25, 26 & 27 are here! The menus will feature tasty brews from our award-winning brewery and cider partners Ska Brewing, Telluride Brewing Company and Fenceline Cider, along with wine, soda and light snacks from Serious Texas BBQ.
To celebrate the 10th year of the Durango Blues Train, our friends and long-time partner Ska Brewing Company is proud to present the Durango Blues Train Lager. The Lager will be available exclusively in limited quantities aboard the Durango Blues Train on the August 25, 26 & 27, 2023.
We’ve partnered with Lyte to give our attendees an official way to get or return passes after they sell out! This is a fan-to-fan exchange that eliminates the worries of purchasing a fraudulent ticket from a scalper, Craigs List or third party like Stub Hub. Looking for sold out tickets? Request a ticket now and as soon as tickets are available, Lyte will complete your purchase automatically at the price offered, with no hidden fees. You will only be charged if Lyte finds you tickets. Bought tickets and can’t make it to the Festival? We know that plans change. Return your ticket to Lyte and receive a fair market offer. Lyte will then re-sell your ticket to another Telluride Jazz Festival fan.
Tickets for the August 26 & 27 sold out faster than we could have imagined. We are grateful for your overwhelming support after a two year hiatus - thank you!
For those who missed out on getting tickets, we hear you and we are thrilled to announce the addition of another evening on the Durango Blues Train on Thursday, August 25, 2022! The artist lineup and schedule for the Thursday Train will be the same as the Friday and Saturday Trains. Tickets for this new Thursday Train will go on sale next Tuesday, April 5 at 10 am (Mountain Time).
Tickets for the Durango Blues Train on August 26 & 27 are on sale now! Tickets are available online, click here. Tickets are $139 per person per night, plus a Historic Train Preservation fee. Tickets are very limited and will sell out in advance. Get yours early and don't miss out!
The onset of summer in the mountain town of Durango, Colorado inches a bit closer with the announcement of the artist lineup for the Durango Blues Train on August 26 & 27. The Durango Blues Train is excited to kick off it's 10th year rockin' and rollin' aboard the the historic Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad with Kent Burnside, The Sugar Thieves, Hector Anchondo, Jacob T. Skeen, Kirk James, and One Roof Blues.
New For 2022! To commemorate our 10th year aboard the Historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, the Durango Blues Train is proud to introduce a limited edition souvenir laminate. Inspired by traditional festival badges, the laminate features the poster artwork on the front, with the lineup and band coach assignments on the back. Add a special collector's item to your order and take home a piece of history! Wear them on board and get them signed by the artists for a personal touch. Get yours starting this Thursday, March 31 at 10 am (Mountain Time) when tickets for the Durango Blues Trains on August 26 & 27 go on sale here.
All aboard! We're back! The Durango Blues Train is thrilled to announce that it will once again take the rails for a moving musical journey on August 26 & 27, 2022. Join us for an exciting musical adventure aboard the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad’s steam-powered train through the spectacular and breathtaking canyons of the San Juan National Forest. The Blues Train features six live blues performances inside the train coaches with a festive musical environment. Each artist performs in their own vintage coach, while passengers are free to dance their way from coach to coach. Four coaches have seats while two are open with no seats for dancing. Enjoy an evening on the rails with some of Colorado's best craft beer, cider and wine along with spectacular scenery.
Artist Lineup Announcement - Wednesday, March 30 at 11 am (Mountain Time) Tickets On Sale - Thursday, March 31 at 10 am (Mountain Time)
We are saddened to announce the news that this year's Durango Blues Trains in both June and August will be cancelled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. We have worked closely with the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad to discuss options and alternatives to host the event in a safe manner but in the end, the restrictions on capacity and strict protocols for the public health and safety make the event too challenging to produce.
Like many of you, we can hardly wait for the day when it is safe to return and gather for live music and events. We miss the beautiful summer nights aboard the Railroad, along with the hair-raising performances, countless smiles, high fives and so much more that words simply can’t describe.
Currently, we are planning a full return to the Durango Blues Train next year in the summer of 2022. Stay tuned for updates about dates, tickets and lineups coming as soon as possible.
It is with deep disappointment and great sadness to share the news that we have had to make the difficult decision to cancel this summer’s Durango Blues Trains. Our humble event has grown over the span of a decade every year since 2011 and while we anticipated celebrating our 10th year on the rails, it has become clear that the only way to meet the challenge of keeping you — our valued train attendees, our staff, and the artists who perform on board — safe is to wait until next year.
Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Durango Blues Train has come to the difficult decision to postpone and re-schedule the May 28, 29, & 30 dates to later this year, on August 28 & 29, 2020. The decision was made out of an abundance of caution and for the health and safety of all attendees, artists, staff and our community.
As the number of cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to rise, we remain committed to the health and safety of our audience which is of utmost importance to us. We are closely monitoring health officials’ recommendations and carefully considering options with attendee safety as a top priority. At this time, the Durango Blues Train is moving forward as planned. We will take all precautions and will implement safety measures that exceed the current mandated standards and protocol.
Tickets for the Durango Blues Train on May 28, 29 & 30 are on sale now! Tickets are available online, click here. Tickets are $119 per person per night, plus a Historic Train Preservation fee. Tickets are very limited and will sell out in advance. Get yours early and don't miss out!
The upcoming summer season in the mountain town of Durango, Colorado peaks on a high note on August 20, 21 & 22 as the Durango Blues Train announces the artist lineup. The August lineup features The Reverend Peyton’s Big Damn Band, Guitar Shorty, Hector Anchondo, Dustin Arbuckle & Matt Woods, Hymn For Her and Big Jon Short.
Tickets for the Durango Blues Train on May 28, 29 & 30 are on sale now! Tickets are available online, click here. Tickets are $119 per person per night, plus a Historic Train Preservation fee. Tickets are very limited and will sell out in advance. Get yours early and don't miss out!
The onset of summer in the mountain town of Durango, Colorado inches a bit closer with the announcement of the artist lineup for the Durango Blues Train on May 28, 29 & 30. The Durango Blues Train is excited to kick off it's 10th year rockin' and rollin' aboard the the historic Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad with Kent Burnside, The Sugar Thieves, Cary Morin, One Roof Blues, Mike Munson, and Jacob T. Skeen.
Standing as the gateway between the towering San Juan Mountains and the vast Southwest Desert, Durango is a town bustling with abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, plentiful dinning and bar options, historic relics and more! If you're coming for a musical voyage on the Durango Blues Train we recommend making it a weekend or a long weekend to explore what the treasured destination is all about. The Durango Blues Train lodging partners offer great accommodations, deals and more, to help you make the most of your trip.
Winter may be right around the corner, but it’s never too early to start planning for the summer of a lifetime! Join us for the Durango Blues Trains on May 28, 29 & 30, August 20, 21, & 22, 2020. Featuring six live blues acts aboard the historic Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, the Durango Blues Train is a unique and scenic live music experience.
The Durango Blues Train on August 16 & 17 was an amazing way to conclude a rocking and rolling summer! Perfect weather, stunning performances and a great group of riders made for a spectacular musical trip. We would like to thank all of the riders and loyal fans, partners, staff, and artists who make this Durango Blues Train such a special event!
