Dusty Vaquero Days

08/28/2026

One of the hardest things about putting together a festival is knowing that there are never enough spots for all the deserving artists we would love to see on stage. We are hard at work putting together this years lineup and want to hear from you the fans, who would you like to see on the mainstage, in the beer garden and at the open mic in 2027!

08/21/2026

Looking back at these amazing shots from Raven Lily Creative by Christa Hahn is getting us even more excited about 2027! We cant wait to share a ljneup that will be bringing back your old favorite and introducing some new ones, a whole new VIP set up with even more perks and a few surprises we cant wait to share soon!

07/27/2026

We're back!
Very excited to announce that we will be back in Gillette, WY on May 28th-30th for another year of authentic country AND western music! Save the date and stay tuned for more information, artist announcements and your chance to be a part of this years festival!

06/26/2026

Saturday was a party, one that we may still be recovery from in a variety of ways. Zack McGinn may hold the record for most time on stage leading the charge for Dolly Shine, The Moonhowlers who shared the mainstage with Kellen Smith, Logan Ryan Band, Raina “Lawless” Wallace, Kat Hasty, Tyce Delk, Kade Hoffman, Colten Jesse and many more. We could not ask for a more fitting close to this years festival are already counting down the days until next year!

📷: Crow Detrez 📸🇫🇷🎥 & Jim Morton Photography

06/19/2026

Full bands and an even more full day, Friday packed 2 stages with an immeasurable amount of talent! From Red Shahan, Dave Stamey and Danno Simpson rocking the main stage, Gail Steiger, Matt Robertson and Trinity Seely captivating the crowd with their songs and stories and Wes Barlow hosting the most talented open mic around, the CAM-PLEX Multi Event Facilities in Gillette, WY!🦬 was the place to be!

06/16/2026

There's something special about a song stripped down to a voice and an acoustic guitar, stripping away all of the frills and letting it shine for what it is. Thursday night was a whole lot of shine, with Tyler Halverson, Tris Munsick, Sam Munsick, Kalyn Beasley and Brady Stovall kicking off the festival in style and setting the stage for thr rest of the weekend.

📷: Crow Detrez 📸🇫🇷🎥 & Jim Morton Photography

06/09/2026

06/05/2026

Running an independent music festival would not be possible with the incredibly generous support of businesses and individuals who partner us. We are beyond grateful to this amazing group and whole heartedly recommend supporting them and their commitment to championing authentic country and western music and the artists who make it!

06/02/2026

There was no shortage of good times or good talent this year


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06/01/2026

Thank you.
Thank you to the fans.
Thank you to the artists.
Thank you to the sponsors.
Thank you to the photographers, vendors, media outlets & radio stations who participated, promoted and documented.
Thank you to everyone who decided that the idea of a festival solely comprised of artists who live out their songs was one deserving of their time, effort and support.
We have many, many more personal thank you's & acknowledgements to come, but wanted to say how much we appreciate all who helped make this possible & finally.
See you in 2027