
EXPERIENCE
GRASS AFTER DARK
After a full day of music, beer tastings, and excitement, the magic pours into the community following the festival each night! Ride the gondola to Thunderhead Lodge, or walk over to the Grand Ballroom for music after the festival ends. Special tickets required.
The Grand Ballroom
at The Grand Hotel
Doors at 10:00 PM
Thunderhead Lodge
on Steamboat Mountain
Gondola starts loading at 9:30 PM
Also check out:
The Press (tickets sold at the door)
Old Town Pub
Downtown Steamboat
EXPERIENCE
MOUNTAIN TOP DINNER
Kick off WinterWonderGrass weekend with our annual Thursday dinner - the perfect time to connect intentionally with the artists we love over local food, free tastings, and your favorite community. As the snow falls, ride the gondola up Steamboat Mountain where a long table full of fresh, local cuisine and drink, an intimate group of people, and live music awaits you. Special ticket required.
Featuring: The Po' Ramblin' Boys, Lindsay Lou, & Songwriters in the Round
WWG X COLETRAIN MUSIC ACADEMY
CAMP COLETRAIN POP UP
Coletrain Music Academy joins the WinterWonderGrass community once again, with two Acoustic Music Workshop offerings, plus FREE Public Picks!
Adult Group Acoustic Music Workshop:
Friday, February 28 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm @ The Steamboat Grand Hotel
Tickets: $50
Kids Group Acoustic Music Workshop:
Saturday, March 1 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm @ The Steamboat Grand Hotel
Tickets: $25
Public Picks (adults only):
Friday, February 28 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm @ The Steamboat Grand Hotel
Saturday, March 1 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm @ The Steamboat Grand Hotel
Free to attend!
CAMP COLETRAIN WORKSHOPS
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When: Friday, February 28 | 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Where: The Steamboat Grand Hotel
Tickets: $50
What to bring: Instrument, music stand, capo, pick, rosen, notepad, pencil
What’s provided: Two hours of professional instruction + curriculumThe Schedule:
10:00 am - Check-in & get tuned
10:15 am - 12:00 pm - Applied Instrument Workshop
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm - Jam sessionJoin us for the WWG Adult Group Acoustic Music Workshop on Friday, February 28th, from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm! Designed for beginner and intermediate adults, this workshop, powered by Coletrain Music Academy, will help you enhance your skills and play more confidently in a group setting.
Bring your guitar, violin, mandolin, ukulele, or bass as we dive into a new song, exploring its melody, backup rhythms, form, and an approach to soloing over the chord changes. By the end, we'll be ready to perform together, flowing seamlessly into the WWG Public Pick from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, play, and connect with fellow musicians in a fun, supportive environment!
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When: Saturday, March 1 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Where: The Steamboat Grand Hotel
Tickets: $25
What to bring: Your instrument & music stand
What’s provided: Two hours of professional instruction + curriculum + snacksThe Schedule:
10:00 am - Check-in & get tuned
10:15 am - 11:00 am - Applied Instrument Workshop
11:00 am - 11:15 am - Snack & bathroom break
11:15 am - 12:00 pm - Family jamJoin us for the WWG Kids Group Music Workshop — perfect for young musicians ages 6 to 12, from beginners to intermediate players!
Powered by Coletrain Music Academy, this workshop covers violin, guitar, mandolin, bass, and ukulele, offering kids professional instruction on their instrument. Students will build confidence, learn to play harmoniously with others, and master essential jam etiquette. It’s a fun, interactive way for kids to connect, make music, and experience the joy of playing in a group!
Parents are welcome to stay or join in the final hour for the family jam and sing-a-long.
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When: Friday February 28 & Saturday, March 1 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Where: The Steamboat Grand Hotel
Tickets: FREE!
What to bring: Capo & tuner, songbook, music stand, positive attitude and open mind.
First time at a jam? No problem! You'll be in great hands with WWG and Coletrain Music Academy! To help you make the most of your experience, items to bring are optional but can take your jam session to the next level!
CHECK OUT THE
FREE SHOWS
No ticket necessary.
Thursday:
Kickoff show at the base of the Gondola, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Arrive early to get your wristband and catch the free music!
1:00 - 2:00 PM: Battle of the Bands Winner, Graham Good & The Painters
2:30 - 3:30 PM: Heavy Diamond Ring
4:00 - 5:00 PM: Cousin Curtiss
Saturday & Sunday:
On Mountain Jams at Thunderhead Lodge, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm (Ride the Gondola to get to Thunderhead).
Featuring Arkansauce on Saturday and The Fretliners on Sunday.