YOSEMITE MOUNTAIN
SUGAR PINE RAILROAD
Located 10 minutes from the southern entrance of
Yosemite National Park off of Highway 41
JAZZ & BLUES – CONCERT SERIES
YOSEMITE JAZZ TRAIN
Intimate musical performances and more,
outdoors in the Sierra National Forest
An Intimate Outdoor Experience
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Experience an intimate performance by our featured headline artists in the Sierra National Forest
2026 Performance Schedule
Peter White
Sunday – June 28th, 2026 – 3pm
$135 per adult incl fees / $95 per child.
Over the years, Peter White has maintained a reputation as one of the most versatile and prolific acoustic guitarists on the contemporary jazz landscape. Armed with an unparalleled combination of lyricism and energy, he combines elements of jazz, pop and classical guitar to create a sound that is singular and at the same time accessible to a broad audience.
Rick Estrin & The Nightcats
Sunday – July 12th, 2026 – 3pm
$135 per adult incl fees / $95 per child
Rick Estrin was born in San Francisco, California in 1949, and grew up fiercely independent. As a 10-year-old boy, he made his way to the tough Market Street area and befriended many of the neighborhood characters. When he was 12, his older sister gave him a copy of Ray Charles’ The Genius Sings The Blues, and he became infatuated with the music. Albums from Jimmy Reed, Champion Jack Dupree, Mose Allison, Nina Simone and others soon followed.
Rick Braun
Sunday – August 16th, 2026 – 3pm
$135 per adult incl fees / $95 per child.
Richard Elliot
Full Band Performance
Sunday – August 30th – 3pm
$175 per adult incl fees / $95 per child.
If you are one of the lucky ones, you can recall a moment in time when a portal to an entire new world was opened for you, and a fire was lit within. For Richard Elliot, that moment was when his sister, ten years his senior, took a leap of faith and invited him to listen to her record collection. The only caveat was that he takes good care of her records and put them back where they belong. Elliot not only took good care of the music, but the music has been taking care of him for over four decades.
Jeff Kashiwa & Steve Oliver
Sunday – September 13th – 3pm
$135 per adult incl fees / $95 per child.
One of the most diverse, in demand sax players in all of contemporary jazz, Jeff Kashiwa finds pure joy at the heart of his increasingly fast-paced touring schedule by reminding himself, every time he gets on stage, that he’s there to do one thing: Play!
With Steve’s instantly recognizable guitar lines and a list of guest artists that includes bass virtuoso Jimmy Haslip, the incredible Joel Taylor on drums, and sax luminary Nelson Rangell, Illuminate puts the spotlight back on one of the genre’s most engaging performers and songwriters.
BPM
Brian Bromberg, Paul Brown & Michael Paulo
Sunday – October 4th – 3pm
$135 per adult incl fees / $95 per child.
Grammy-nominated bassist and composer Brian Bromberg is one of the most innovative and versatile voices in jazz. With a career spanning over four decades, Bromberg has released more than 30 solo albums, blending mainstream acoustic jazz, smooth and contemporary jazz, fusion, rock, funk, Latin, and orchestral styles with his signature virtuosity and melodic storytelling.
Double Grammy winner, Paul Brown, both as an artist and producer, is responsible for more that 60 #1 contemporary jazz radio hits! PB has produced and shared the stage with a who’s-who of music royalty such as Luther Vandross, George Benson, Patti Austin, Boney James, Norman Brown, and Peter White, just to name a few.
One of the most versatile and cosmopolitan saxophonists in pop, soul and contemporary jazz for nearly 35 years, Michael Paulo has added his distinct saxpertise to a virtual who’s who of artists, including Al Jarreau (Paulo’s longest term touring association), James Ingram, No. 1 Smooth Jazz Trumpeter and guitarist Rick Braun and Peter White, Oleta Adams, Kenny Loggins, Patti Austin, Jeffrey Osborne, Jeff Lorber, David Benoit, Carl Anderson, Bobby Caldwell, Johnny Mathis and more.
The Experience
Your inclusive full fare passage includes a boxed chef-prepared seasonal appetizer selection, intimate post show conversation with the artist followed by an informal meet-and-greet at the train station upon return. The whistle blows and “All aboard!” for a narrow-gauge steam train ride to the Lewis Creek Amphitheater for a 75-minute performance by your favorite featured artist in the Sierra National Forest.
Upon arrival and easy check-in at the Train Station, passengers may enjoy a selection of beer and wines available for purchase with the chef-prepared appetizer before boarding.
The whistle on the YOSEMITE JAZZ TRAIN will blow and “All aboard!” for a magical 25 minute-long guided excursion to the intimate Lewis Creek Amphitheater.
Enjoy the rustic feeling in an open air Logger or Train car as we travel on the original 3ft narrow gauge railroad tracks and learn about the amazing history on a narrated tour by our conductor as we wind our way down to the performance venue. VIP private Caboose passages are also available by prior arrangement.
An Intimate Performance at the Lewis Creek Amphiteater
Experience an intimate performance by our featured headline artists in the Sierra National Forest
Forrest camp fire bench seating is available for all.
Guests are welcome to bring a blanket or cushion for added comfort. Folding portable chairs are welcome surrounding the bench chairs. Photographs and smart phone videos are encouraged from your selected seat. All tickets are sold – Rain or Shine.
After the Performance
At the conclusion of the concert the engineer’s whistle of the
YOSEMITE JAZZ TRAIN
will blow and all passengers are asked to be re-board for our arrival back at
The Sugar Pine Railroad Train Station.
Upon arrival all guests are invited to an intimate conversation with the artist and meet-and-greet at the train station.
Please no out-side food or beverage at the train station and associated venues.
Please share any dietary / allergenic concerns in advance of arrival with your confirmed ticket.
A limited number of tickets are available for these three-hour long events that begin at 3 p.m.
The Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad is located only 10 minutes from the southern entrance of Yosemite National Park, off Highway 41.
All Tickets are sold “Rain or Shine”. Please plan ahead for seasonal inclement weather.
All concerts will be in concurrence within the standard operation of the Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad.
Where to Stay
Complete your Yosemite Jazz Train experience with a relaxing stay at one of the many lodges and hotels available in the Yosemite Valley, including the beautiful Tenaya Lodge.
For more information on amenities and lodging, visit Yosemite – Where to Stay.
Getting Here
The Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad is located on Highway 41 in Fish Camp, California. From Fresno, drive north on Highway 41. You’ll drive through the communities of Coarsegold and Oakhurst, where you can stop for coffee, food, and shopping.
Nearest Airport: Fresno International (FAT)
From the airport, drive south on Peach Avenue and enter Highway 180 East. Take 180 East to Highway 41 North to Yosemite. We are approximately 60 miles north of Fresno and 19 miles north of Oakhurst.
Visit www.YMSPRR.com for more information
* Any refund requests are not guaranteed, and only honored at the discretion of the event producer and/or Sugar Pine Railroad management