# Event Details - **Event Name**: STRATA: An Evening of Storytelling & Music with Craig Childs & Beth Quist - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event Description**: Experience STRATA, an unforgettable evening of storytelling and music with Craig Childs and Beth Quist under the stars.About this EventSTRATA is presented by Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch.Gate opens: 5:30PM,Shuttle ends 6:45PMShow starts: 7:00PMOn the evening around the Autumnal Equinox, Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch welcomes STRATA, an unforgettable outdoor performance featuring acclaimed author Craig Childs and award-winning vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Beth Quist.STRATA is a spoken, musical journey through layers of history and geology led by our storyteller, Craig Childs. You'll come away entertained and having learned something. Starting at the stroke of sunset on September 19th, this outdoor performance will be a mix of Prairie Home Companion, a TED talk, and a desert ritual with a live soundtrack. This year's musician is Beth Quist on vocals, hammered dulcimer, and a variety of instruments. Quist has long toured with Bobby McFerrin's Voicestra and was lead singer and multi-instrumentalist in Cirque du Soleil's Las Vegas performance of Kà.This will be a night under a wide sky that fills the senses and the mind, and if stars align, the soul.Join us for an evening where stories and music come together beneath the stars in one of Colorado's most remarkable desert settingsAbout Craig ChildsCraig Childs is an award-winning author, explorer, and storyteller based in southwest Colorado. He has written more than a dozen books exploring wilderness, science, archaeology, and the ancient cultures of the American Southwest. His work has been featured by The New York Times, NPR, and National Geographic.Known for his captivating live performances that blend narrative, place-based history, and poetic insight, Childs brings a deep reverence for the land and its stories. For STRATA, he joins award-winning vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Beth Quist to create an immersive evening where storytelling and music intertwine beneath the desert sky.Learn more about Craig at houseofrain.com. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/025c5600-a828-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w1200-h675-dc585858-gmir.jpg About Beth QuistBeth Quist is an award-winning vocalist, composer, and multi-instrumentalist whose work draws inspiration from musical traditions around the world. Blending expressive vocals with an array of instruments, she creates richly textured performances that are both intimate and adventurous. Her collaborations span concert stages, film, television, and live performance, earning acclaim for her unique ability to connect music, culture, and storytelling.For STRATA, Quist joins Craig Childs in an evening that weaves music and story into an unforgettable experience beneath the stars.Learn more about Beth at bethquist.com. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/02738780-a828-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w528-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg This show will not be recorded or streamed — it is designed to be experienced live, in the moment, surrounded by canyon walls and equinox twilight.Date: Saturday, September 19th, 2026 – Autumnal EquinoxTime (Mountain Time):5:30 PM – Gate opens for parking & shuttles (or enjoy a 10-minute walk!)6:45 PM – Last shuttle departs for performance siteSunset (7:15 PM) – Show beginsLocation:Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch4907 County Road G, Cortez, CO 81321McElmo Canyon (between milepost 5 & 6)Directions:From Cortez: Take S. Broadway/US-491 south to County Road G (same road as Cortez Airport). Head west ~20 miles. Look for “Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch” signage between mile markers 9 & 8. Then drive 3.5 miles further west, you will see a sign "Sky Village"From the Utah Border: Ismay Trading Post Rd turns into County Rd G. From the border, drive about 6.5 miles. Entrance will be on your left.What to Bring:Outdoor concert seating (low chairs/blankets) just in caseWaterWarm fall weather gearFlashlight or headlampCash if you’d like to purchase foodFood & Drink:Some food trucks below will be on-site to provide food and beverage for purchaseSutcliffe VineyardsUntamed Grill -Ya Ya - local gyrosLodging:Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch is booked for the evening, but you may call to be put on a waitlist in case of a cancellation.Dry camping spaces are available for an additional $25 per tent or vehicle. There is free camping available on surrounding BLM land, and additional accommodations may be found in Cortez .🐾 Please, no pets. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/028784b0-a828-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w1110-h740-dc181808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/02a14e40-a828-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w987-h740-dc686868-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/02dd6ce0-a828-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w987-h740-dcb8a8a8-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/0316cc60-a828-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w987-h740-dc886848-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/03845b40-a828-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w786-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg SPONSORS: We cannot do this event without our sponsors: Shoreline Digital Marketing, Holly Lake Films. We really appreciate their steadyfast support. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/0396f8e0-a828-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w740-h740-dc486848-gmir.png https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/03b9c320-a828-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w740-h740-dc080808-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/041d66f0-a828-11f1-a4a1-eb59356bc08b-rimg-w1200-h234-dc486848-gmir.png AgendaGates OpenInfo: Gates will be open at 5:30pm for entry. Please follow the signs for parking.Last Shuttle to StageInfo: A shuttle will be provided from 5:30pm-6:45pm. It is approximately a 10-15 minute walk depending on where you park to the stage if you do not take the shuttle.🕑: 07:00 PMShow BeginsInfo: The show will begin promptly at sunset (Scheduled at 7:15pm). - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cortez/strata-an-evening-of-storytelling-and-music-with-craig-childs-and-beth-quist/100001994256944204 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, music, storytelling, concerts, art, literary-art, trips-adventures, camping, business, live-music, food-drinks, science-fair, digital-marketing - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 1 - **Event Highlights**: - door_time: 2026-09-19T23:30:00Z - Duration: 3 hours - Location: Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch - Sky Village, Rd G, Cortez, CO, USA - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 28.52, max: 39.19, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Cortez - **state**: CO - **country**: United States - **location**: Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch - Sky Village, Rd G, Cortez, CO, USA - **lat**: 37.3336276 - **long**: -108.9561442 - **full address**: Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch - Sky Village, Rd G, Cortez, CO, USA, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: STRATA: An Evening of Storytelling & Music with Craig Childs & Beth Quist - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/702b851ab909c3d06c86874713f6566fa3992e2d4efb181f83157491cafd2e51-rimg-w1163-h375-dcfefefe-gmir.jpg?v=1784303177 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is STRATA: An Evening of Storytelling & Music with Craig Childs & Beth Quist being held? - **A:** STRATA: An Evening of Storytelling & Music with Craig Childs & Beth Quist takes place on Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 19 Sep, 2026 at 10:00 pm at Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch - Sky Village, Rd G, Cortez, CO, USA, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing STRATA: An Evening of Storytelling & Music with Craig Childs & Beth Quist? - **A:** STRATA: An Evening of Storytelling & Music with Craig Childs & Beth Quist is organized by Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** STRATA: An Evening of Storytelling & Music with Craig Childs & Beth Quist is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cortez, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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