Durango Bluegrass Meltdown

Every April, the Durango Bluegrass Meltdown breaks up the long Southwest Colorado winter with incredible bluegrass music, a barn dance, and other celebrations for visitors. You won’t want to miss this annual event!

 

The Meltdown celebrates its 28th year on April 19, 20, & 21, 2024. Attendees will enjoy a variety of musical performances at local venues around Durango and even have a chance to jam in public spaces.

April 19 to 21, 2024

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for special Meltdown discounts!

2024 Meltdown lineup

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See the schedule

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Watch live music

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Listen to live music Friday, April 19, 6-10pm

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Listen to the livestream

Listen to live music Saturday, April 20, 10am-6pm

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Listen to the livestream

Listen to live music Sunday, April 21, 11am-5pm

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a musical legacy

Bluegrass in the Schools

The IBMA Recognizes Meltdown’s Bluegrass in the Schools

The Durango Bluegrass Meltdown’s Bluegrass in the Schools program has been going strong since 1997. Read more about it in IBMA Foundation’s Cornerstone newsletter!

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2024 Durango Bluegrass Meltdown

April 19 to 21, 2024

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