Every year on the Friday night before the Fest,
a PreFest Party is held to  show appreciation to our sponsors and volunteers
and showcase some of the talent appearing the next day at the Fest.

In 2017 we began a new tradition and the PreFest Party became a FREE Event!

This year we will carry on that tradition bringing the Blues to the historic streets of Downtown Trinidad.

2019 PreFest Party Lineup

The party will get started as always with the winner of the
Colorado Blues Challenge in May…
graciously provided by the Colorado Blues Society.
And the winner is The Movers and Shakers Band!

Next up TeleDonna brings a blend of music influenced by at least 4 generations
and interpreted in the context of the Blues.
Featuring Nancy Hubanks on vocals
this upcoming 5 piece band plays
with energy, and raw emotion.
Sit back and enjoy
or get up and dance
but leave with a lasting experience.

Then, the only band to have played at every
Trinidaddio Blues Fest and PreFest Party
and will continue that tradition in 2018
Los Albuquerque Blues Connection.

Following ABC will be Trinidad native
and guitar phenomenon
Zakk DeBono & the Broken Circle.
From Opening for Buddy Guy in Chicago
at Legends to opening for Robby Krieger
of the Doors in the world famous
Whisky A Go Go in West Hollywood,
Zakk DeBono and the Broken Circle
are definitely making an impression on
the Colorado music scene as we know it…

  Finally, from Houston, TX
2018 International Blues Challenge Winner!

the Keeshea Pratt Band

Keeshea Pratt is the siren featured on the microphone
with soaring and soulful lead Mississippi inspired vocals.
She is supported by a talented and diverse group of singers and musicians
representing 5 states (Texas, California, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi) and Japan.

The PreFest Party is being sponsored by the
City of Trinidad &
THCU

as well as other gracious donors
and will be held in the middle of the Central Business District.

An ‘Entertainment District’ will be in place allowing attendees to walk with alcoholic beverages from the main stage area at the corner of Main & Commercial Sts to various restaurants, bars and other businesses within the district.  Alcoholic beverages may be purchased in the Entertainment District, however, they may not be brought into the Entertainment District.  Music will start approximately 6pm and last until at least 10pm.  Don’t forget to bring a chair!

Thank You!