“The Super Bowl of Texas Music” will return to Steamboat Springs, Colorado, January 6-11, 2024 for its 38th year. It’s the adventure, sporting and musical experience unlike any other. The MusicFest unites a loyal community that embraces genuine music, good times and the perfect extension to the holiday season. The MusicFest holds the reputation as the premier Texas and Red Dirt Music festival. This one-of-a-kind event has inspired the formation of new bands, the writing of new songs and forging of lifetime friendships.
The MusicFest has long been recognized for its diverse annual lineup of over 80 performing artists and jam-packed schedule of shows featuring more than 200 hours of live music. Adding to this festival’s uniqueness is the wide variety of events and activities that include skiing, snowboarding, Steamboat’s new mountain base ice skating, dog sledding, the classic washer tournaments, a charity poker tournament, snowmobiling, natural hot springs, tons of mountain restaurants and bars, and much more. Plus a vast amount of lodging options including luxury penthouses, 4-star hotels and quaint mountain condos and lodges. The MusicFest stands alone and above with all of its offerings.
Ski right up to the Outdoor Stage or take a starlit gondola ride to the mountaintop for a music experience with majestic views found only at The MusicFest. Plus, there are many more venues exclusive to The MusicFest, all unique and with the widest variety of music and enjoyment for each listeners taste. Throw in a stiff dose of camaraderie from the artists and MusicFest community that frequently crosses paths, and the result is a spectacular musical vacation like no other!
The MusicFest Package Includes:6 days & 5 nights at Steamboat’s premier lodging. Attendees choose location and amenities including ski-in/ski-out, fully equipped kitchens, fireplaces, hot tubs, walking distance to MusicFest activities and more.4 full day lift passes. World-class skiing and snowboarding on Steamboat’s signature Champagne Powder Snow.Exclusive MusicFest credentials for over 200 hours of live performances that showcase never seen before artist collaborations exclusive to The MusicFest.The highly acclaimed MusicFest Artists’ “Tribute to a Legend” where artists come together for a special performance in the Grand Ballroom to honor legendary songwriters. Past honorees include Robert Earl Keen, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Billy Joe Shaver, Lee Ann Womack, Guy Clark, Johnny Gimble and family, Leon Russell, Kevin Welch, Rodney Crowell, Townes Van Zandt, Dean Dillon, Joe Ely, Doug Sahm & the Texas Tornados, Gary P. Nunn and the Lost Gonzo Band, Bruce Robison, Cody Canada and the music of Cross Canadian Ragweed, Jerry Jeff Walker and Merle Haggard.Elaborate resort wide FREE shuttle system. No need to drive.
I am currently studying all of the different music festivals that have transpired already this year, and I will be announcing articles about their 2024 dates and location information. This festival is a gigantic juggernaut for the Red Dirt community as much as Americanafest is nor the Nashville community. Right around Christmas I will create my entire list for 2024 festivals.
