30th Annual Winter Blues Festival
Dates: Friday, February 14, 2025, at 5:00 PM – Saturday, February 15, 2025, at 11:59 PM CST
Location: Des Moines Marriott Downtown, 700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 50309
Join us for the 30th Annual Winter Blues Festival, featuring two nights of exceptional blues performances. Experience a lineup of talented artists across multiple stages, all under one roof and out of the cold.
Friday Night Lineup:
- Eden Brent
- Doug Deming & the Jewel Tones
- Bel Airs
- Wayne Baker Brooks
- Ronnie Baker Brooks
Saturday Afternoon Workshops:
- Guitar Workshop with Duke Robillard
- Piano Workshop with Eden Brent
Saturday Night Lineup:
- Hudspeth & Taylor
- Cedar County Cobras
- Heath Alan’s Iowa Blues Expo
- Bob Pace’s IBHOF Showcase
- John Resch & Doggin’ Out
- Katy Guillen & the Drive
- Orphan Jon & the Abandoned
- Josh Hoyer & Soul Colossal
- Yates McKendree
- Bywater Call
- John Nemeth & the Blue Dreamers
- Duke Robillard
- Darrell Nulisch Band
- Anson Funderburgh & the Rockets featuring Big Joe Maher
Ticket Information:
- Weekend Pass: $45 in advance
- Purchase: Midwestix
Lodging:
Special group rates are available at the following hotels:
- Marriott Hotel: 700 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA. Book online or call 515-245-5500.
- Hyatt Downtown: 415 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA. Call 515-282-5555.
- Hilton Downtown: 435 Park Street, Des Moines, IA. Book online or call 515-241-1456.
- Renaissance DM Savery Hotel: 401 Locust St, Des Moines, IA. Call 515-244-2151.
Note: Special Winter Blues Fest group rates are available for a limited number of rooms.
For more information, visit the Central Iowa Blues Society website.
Come and enjoy two nights of incredible blues music, workshops, and camaraderie at the 30th Annual Winter Blues Festival!