--- title: Billy Strings Renewal 2024 Recap at Meadow Creek Buena Vista Colorado description: Recap of Billy Strings Renewal Festival 2024 (Part 1) at Meadow Creek in Buena Vista Colorado, featuring stunning scenery, travel tips, and unforgettable image: https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hubfs/PXL_20240927_171811552.jpg --- [Skip to the main content.](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/billy-strings-renewal-2024-recap-1#main-content) [![MFP Logo - Stage 2 Flat Black Orange-1](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MFP%20Logo%20-%20Stage%202%20Flat%20Black%20Orange-1.jpg?width=1600&height=1600&name=MFP%20Logo%20-%20Stage%202%20Flat%20Black%20Orange-1.jpg "MFP Logo - Stage 2 Flat Black Orange-1")](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com) [![MFP Logo - Stage 2 Flat Black Orange-1](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/MFP%20Logo%20-%20Stage%202%20Flat%20Black%20Orange-1.jpg?width=1600&height=1600&name=MFP%20Logo%20-%20Stage%202%20Flat%20Black%20Orange-1.jpg "MFP Logo - Stage 2 Flat Black Orange-1")](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com) - [Home](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com) - [Podcast](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/podcast) - [Campfire Blog](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog) - [Festival Documentaries](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/music-festival-documentary-films) - [Band Interviews](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/band-interviews) - [Get in Touch](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/contact) Search Toggle Menu Search Toggle Menu - [Home](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com) - [Podcast](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/podcast) - [Campfire Blog](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog) - [Festival Documentaries](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/music-festival-documentary-films) - [Band Interviews](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/band-interviews) - [Get in Touch](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/contact) - Example Link - Example Link - Example Link 3 min read # Billy Strings Renewal 2024 Recap at Meadow Creek Buena Vista Colorado [![Picture of Neighbor N8](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hubfs/Neighbor%20N8%20-%20MFP%20Headshot.png) Neighbor N8](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/author/neighbor-n8) : Oct 4, 2024 3:22:38 PM [music festival travel](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/music-festival-travel) [Billy Strings Renewal](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/billy-strings-renewal) [Camping Tips](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/camping-tips) [music festival recap](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/music-festival-recap) [Buena Vista CO](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/buena-vista-co) [Cottonwood Meadows](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/cottonwood-meadows) [music festival venues](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/music-festival-venues) [meadow creek](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/meadow-creek) ![Billy Strings Renewal 2024 Recap at Meadow Creek Buena Vista Colorado](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hubfs/PXL_20240927_171811552.jpg) I'm just back from my trip to the Billy Strings Renewal Music Festival at Meadow Creek in Buena Vista Colorado (formally known as Cottonwood Meadows). This was truly one for the books, and there was so much to cover that this is a two-parter.  Watch this episode, filled with stunning scenery, travel tips and unforgettable neighbors! And then, tune in next week to see Part 2. I'll get into some of the twists and turns as well as stellar and unique performances that made this festival a truly special and unforgettable experience! If you haven't already, [make sure to subscribe while you're here.](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/)     **What's inside Episode 08 of Music Festivals Podcast** - 00:00 Intro and this week's festival news - More destination festivals you should know about - 03:51 About Music Festival Wizard's music festival search engine for discovery and planning - 07:46 Music Festivals Podcast is launching membership for exclusive content in November 2024 - 12:55 Camping at Cottonwoods Meadows in a rented Mercedes Sprinter Van from Outdoorsy - 14:26 Commentary on the town of Buena Vista, CO: and brothels in the 1800's. - 19:45 Met a neighbor family with super cute kids who are Renewal regulars - 21:06 View from my campsite in Harvest Moon - fucking beautiful! - 26:36 What's up for next week and what to expect from recovered footage from Lazy Jam #6 in Hartsville, IN - 29:17 Live and on-stage Q&A video with Billy Strings and "Steve" from Blues Clues  ## Billy Strings Renewal Festival 2024: A Few Photos from Meadow Creek in Buena Vista, Colorado The 2024 [Billy Strings Renewal Festival](https://bonfirentertainment.com/billy-strings-renewal-2024/) took place this past week form September 27, 2024 - September 28, 2024. I arrived in Denver Wednesday, September 26th and made the 2.5 hour drive into the Rocky Mountains towards Buena Vista, CO (or "BV" as the locals call it...) ![Denver CO to Buena Vista CO - musicfestivalspodcast.com](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PXL_20240925_182022460.jpg?width=4080&height=3072&name=PXL_20240925_182022460.jpg) Photo Credit: [@NeighborN8Fests](https://www.instagram.com/jneighborn8fests) The view leaving Denver on State Route 70 and heading into the Rocky Mountains... ![Kenosha Pass, Colorado During Peak Aspen Leaves - musicfestivalspodcast.com](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PXL_20240925_223533689.jpg?width=4080&height=3072&name=PXL_20240925_223533689.jpg) Photo Credit: [@NeighborN8Fests](https://www.instagram.com/jneighborn8fests) I was fortunate to have enough time to make a stop at Kenosha Pass, about halfway between Denver and Buena Vista, CO. It also happened to be peak leaf-peeping season (again, what the Colorado locals call it...) and the Aspens were a stunning golden yellow. ![Kenosha Pass Colorado - musicfestivalspodcast.com](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PXL_20240925_223704546.jpg?width=3072&height=4080&name=PXL_20240925_223704546.jpg) Photo Credit: [@NeighborN8Fests](https://www.instagram.com/jneighborn8fests) Kenosha Pass is an excellent stop on the way, but be cautious when you leave Renewal on Sunday as this popular area gets pretty busy during Leaf-Peeping Season - and for good reason. it's gorgeous! ![Snowy Peaks RV Park Buena Vista CO - musicfestivalspodcast.com](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PXL_20240926_125133550.jpg?width=4080&height=3072&name=PXL_20240926_125133550.jpg) Photo Credit: [@NeighborN8Fests](https://www.instagram.com/jneighborn8fests) Once I arrived in Buena Vista, I stopped for the night at Snowy Peaks RV Park for a sleepover and shower before 3 days off grid at Cottonwood Meadows. This was the view directly across road from the campground. Nestled in the heart of [Buena Vista, Colorado](https://www.buenavistaco.gov/), [Meadow Creek](https://www.meadowcreekco.com/) is a stunning venue that has been hosting concerts for over a decade. Known for its pristine views of the Collegiate Peaks and nearby outdoor recreational activities like White Water Rafting, Hot Springs, Mountain Biking, Kayaking, and the obvious ski-resorts nearby, this venue is one of the most picturesque festival venues I have ever visited. The 277-acre property is surrounded by tall cottonwood trees, golden Aspens on the mountainsides and plenty of open meadow spaces, It's truly an amazing place. ![Cottonwood Meadows, Buena Vista CO Map - musicfestivalspodcast.com](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Cottonwood%20Meadows%20Map.jpg?width=1200&height=895&name=Cottonwood%20Meadows%20Map.jpg) Photo Credit: Festival Venue Map for Meadow Creek - [Bonfire Entertainment](https://bonfirentertainment.com/billy-strings-renewal-2024/) ![Cottonwood Meadows, Buena Vista CO - musicfestivalspodcast.com](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PXL_20240927_171811552.jpg?width=4080&height=3072&name=PXL_20240927_171811552.jpg) Photo Credit: [@NeighborN8Fests](https://www.instagram.com/jneighborn8fests) ![Cottonwood Meadows, Buena Vista CO - musicfestivalspodcast.com](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PXL_20240927_212346970.jpg?width=4080&height=3072&name=PXL_20240927_212346970.jpg) Photo Credit: [@NeighborN8Fests](https://www.instagram.com/jneighborn8fests) Meadow Creek has managed to host big names in the music industry, including the Vertex and Seven Peaks music festivals. Despite some initial opposition from the local community, the venue has now firmly established itself as a prime spot for music festivals, even winning a lawsuit that attempted to put and end to the venue playing host Renewal. For those who prefer the freedom to explore, renting a vehicle is a great choice. For this trip, I opted for a 2015 Mercedes Benz Sprinter van that I found on [Outdoorsy.com](https://www.outdoorsy.com/) This great mobile app and website was the perfect place to find a place to stay that already has all the conveniences I needed—cookware, onboard generator, and even a bathroom. If you're flying to camp, Outdoorsy is your app. But if camping is not your brand of nugs, the Cottonwood Meadows folks, along with festival producer Bonfire Entertainment offers shuttle services to and from local hotels. ## Come Back Next Week for Part 2 Billy Strings Renewal 2024 simply had to much to cover in one episode, so make sure to visit back next Friday for Part 2 of the recap, where we'll get inside the venue, see a massive herd of Yogis do there thing. I'll also share some clips from live performances as well as footage from the stellar campfire jams up at the Sturgeon Moon section of camp. ![NeighborN8Fests at Billy Strings Renewal 2024](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PXL_20240927_204518048.jpg?width=3648&height=2736&name=PXL_20240927_204518048.jpg) Photo Credit: [@NeighborN8Fests](https://www.instagram.com/jneighborn8fests) ## Join the Neighborhood Don’t forget to [subscribe](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/) to to the YouTube channel to get on-site footage of the venue and festival as well as campfire jams, conversations with neighbors and so much more from my trip.  If you like the show, please go ahead and rate the podcast. [And while your here, subscribe.](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/) I hope to be your neighbor at the next music festival! Neighbor N8 - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [![Billy Strings Renewal 2024 Recap at Meadow Creek in Buena Vista, CO (Part 2)](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hubfs/PXL_20240927_222907409.jpg)](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/billy-strings-renewal-2024-recap-2) #### [Billy Strings Renewal 2024 Recap at Meadow Creek in Buena Vista, CO (Part 2)](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/billy-strings-renewal-2024-recap-2) ![Picture of Neighbor N8](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Neighbor%20N8%20-%20MFP%20Headshot.png?width=30&name=Neighbor%20N8%20-%20MFP%20Headshot.png) [Neighbor N8](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/author/neighbor-n8) : Oct 12, 2024 7:45:01 AM This weeks show covers Part 2 of my recap of Billy Strings Renewal Music Festival, held at Meadow Creek in Buena Vista, Colorado (the venue formally... [music festival travel](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/music-festival-travel) [Billy Strings Renewal](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/billy-strings-renewal) [Camping Tips](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/camping-tips) [music festival recap](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/music-festival-recap) [Buena Vista CO](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/buena-vista-co) [Cottonwood Meadows](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/cottonwood-meadows) [music festival venues](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/tag/music-festival-venues) [Read More](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/billy-strings-renewal-2024-recap-2) [![Meadow Creek Preview: Billy Strings Renewal Festival 2024](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hubfs/092223_RenewalDay1_JesseFaatz-20-1536x1152.jpg)](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/cottonwood-meadows-preview-billy-strings-renewal-2024) #### [Meadow Creek Preview: Billy Strings Renewal Festival 2024](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/cottonwood-meadows-preview-billy-strings-renewal-2024) ![Picture of Neighbor N8](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Neighbor%20N8%20-%20MFP%20Headshot.png?width=30&name=Neighbor%20N8%20-%20MFP%20Headshot.png) [Neighbor N8](https://musicfestivalspodcast.com/blog/author/neighbor-n8) : Sep 20, 2024 7:30:39 AM We're talking about long distance travel planning for music festivals and in particular, my up coming trip to Cottonwood Meadows in Buena Vista,... 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