Support the "Send Me A Friend" Program for a chance to win a pair of sold out tickets to the closing show, Fais Do-Do, with Anders Osborne, along with signed merchandise and a meet-and-greet with the man himself. Prize packages will be raffled off daily from the the Festival's Main Stage. Raffle tickets are $5 and entries are unlimited! "Send Me A Friend" is a non-profit organization and a national network of sober friends that are on call to come to a show and offer a helping hand and source of support for struggling musicians and music industry professionals.
Read MoreIt's here! The comprehensive list of all the different beers that will be at the 2017 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival Grand Tasting has been released. Join us on Saturday, September 16 from 12 pm - 3 pm to celebrate the craftsmanship and excellence of craft beer. Explore a vast offering of a dynamic variety of flavors in over 170 styles of beer and cider brought to you by 56 of the best craft breweries from around America. As you walk into the beautiful Telluride Town Park Festival Grounds you’ll be greeted with a special souvenir tasting glass. This tasting glass is your vessel to sample some of the best craft beer in the world. Costumes, high-fives, smiles and massive crowd-wide cheers are all frequent. After you’ve tried as many beers as you like, it will be time to vote for your favorite brewery. When the Tasting is over, the brewery with the most votes will be crowned "Best of Fest" winner and awarded a trophy on stage. Cheers!
Read MoreEvery September, 56 of America’s best craft breweries travel to Telluride Town Park to showcase their beer at the Telluride Blues & Brews Grand Tasting. Each of these breweries and their beers are unique, showcasing distinct flavors, colors, smells and personalities. Every craft beer is an work of art taking months and sometimes years to perfect. Just as our artist lineup showcases a variety of distinct music masters, our craft beer lineup showcases a variety of brewing masters.
Read MoreIf you enjoy food like we do, the savory, mouthwatering food menus from the 2017 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival vendors will keep your taste buds satisfied all weekend long. Our vendors satisfy even the most particular diet. Gluten-free? They've got you covered! Vegan or vegetarian? No problem! Paleo diet? You're in luck! See the full menu below and prepare for a scrumptious weekend!
Read MoreTelluride Blues & Brews Festival teamed up with the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, an educational non-profit organization to encourage all of you to green the scene by entering the “Making My Blues Green – Coolest & Cleanest Campsite Challenge". The contest is open to all campers attending the Blues & Brews festival. Just take a few minutes to swing by the Leave No Trace booth to register and let them know you are being clean and sustainable here at the festival and you are instantly entered to win FREE swag including tickets for next year’s festival!
Read MoreOver the past few year’s, the Telluride Blues Challenge has emerged as one of the most coveted music competitions in the Southwest! Musicians from all over the country submit their best songs for the chance to make the top six and earn in invite to the Blues Challenge Finals held at the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. Presented by Telluride Music, Telluride Blues Society, Gondola Sessions and the Colorado Blues Society, the Telluride Blues Challenge gives up-and-coming artist the chance to advance their careers.
Read MoreTry one, try them all - there’s no shortage of outstanding craft beer at the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. The Telluride Blues & Brews Festival House of Brews is your source for craft refreshment throughout entire the festival! Step inside and enjoy an eclectic mix of six premium craft beers and one hard cider - all hand picked by the Festival staff. These beverages are unique, delicious and must tries for any beer or cider enthusiast. The House of Brews tent is located on the north side of the festival grounds, adjacent to the festival store and main entrance. Cheers!
Read MoreWorld Class music, delicious craft beer, fall colors and vast mountains to explore - It doesn’t get much better than the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival! We’ve teamed up with, Big Agnes, YETI, Voormi, Maui Jim, Mountain Standard, Gondola Sessions, Wagner Custom Skis and Backpacker Magazine to giveaway the festival experience of a lifetime along with some fresh gear. Enter below for a chance to win big! All you have to do is get here!
Read MoreJoin us in Mountain Village's Sunset Plaza for our FREE Sunset Blues Concert on Thursday, September 15th from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. featuring Monkey Junk and Brian Keith Wallen! Sunset Plaza is just a short, beautiful gondola ride up the mountain from the town of Telluride!
Read MoreWelcome to the show! Everything you need to know about the 24th Telluride Blues & Brews Festival can be found right here in the program guide.
Read MoreEvery September, 56 of America’s best craft breweries descend upon Telluride Town Park to showcase their best beer at the Telluride Blues & Brews Grand Tasting. Our new ‘Taste Tease’ blog series offers a glimpse at some of the 170 beer styles you’ll be able to sample at this year’s Grand Tasting. Crack open a cold one and get ready to discover your next favorite beer!
Read MoreNamasté! Relax, breath deep and unwind. Presented by Telluride Yoga Festival and guided by professional instructor Alyssa Saunders, enjoy a fluid yoga flow at the free Yoga Sessions. Learn activating breath practices, liberating movements and playful exercises in the fresh alpine morning air. Nestled in the cozy amphitheater of Elks Park in downtown Telluride, the Yoga Sessions are a fun and inspiring way to start your mornings. Guests of all skill levels are welcome to join. New to yoga or considering for the first time? Join in and discover the healing power of yoga.
Read MoreThe nightlife in Telluride is thriving through a musically-charged local culture. After the music ends in Town Park for the evening, we move the festival scene into various music venues located throughout the town of Telluride. These are our "Juke Joints" and, once they get jamming, a walk down Main Street feels like a walk down Beale Street in Memphis. On both Friday and Saturday nights, see 5 different shows each night for one ticket for $30. Juke Joint passes allow access to all venues for the night purchased. Late Night tickets are on sale now in limited quantities.
Read MoreAs the 2017 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival draws closer, we are thrilled for the opportunity to once again partner with and contribute to the endeavors of the Music Maker Relief Foundation (MMRF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The MMRF was founded to preserve the musical traditions of America's South by directly supporting the musicians who make it, ensuring their voices will not be silenced by poverty and time. Through programs dedicated to cultural access, musical development and musician sustenance, the Foundation gives future generations access to their heritage through documentation and performance programs that build knowledge and appreciation of America's musical traditions.
Read MoreA special perk is in store for those camping at the festival this year! Details of the camper exclusive, Campground Sessions shows have been announced. Campers are welcome to join Dwayne Dopsie and the Zydeco Hellraisers, Jack Broadbent and A.J. Fullerton featuring Stud Ford and Nic Clark for daily performances during the festival.
Read MoreThe 2nd Annual Blisters & Brews 5k Fundraiser Race returns on the morning of Saturday, September 16, 2017. The 5k Race, sponsored by BootDoctors™ Paragon Outdoors, raises money for the Telluride Adaptive Sports Program in remembrance of honored festival friend Felix Snow. The race highlights the natural beauty of Telluride as racers climb up the town's River Trail and take in unobstructed views of the iconic Ingram Falls and Bridal Veil Falls. Through registration fees, donations and the generous support of the Telluride community, we proudly raised over $1,750 for the Telluride Adaptive Ski Program. We're looking forward to another amazing year of support. Registrations are now open!
Read MoreIt wouldn't be the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival without Anders Osborne! The 2017 festival weekend ends with a special closing celebration show from Anders Osborne at the historic Sheridan Opera House on Sunday, September 17. Tickets are on sale now and very limited (less than 75 tickets left).
Read MoreThe opening celebration for the 2017 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival features the phenomenal LA-based three-piece band, The Record Company. Held at the historic Sheridan Opera House on Thursday, September 14, the Bal de Maison is the perfect way to kick off the festival weekend. Tickets are on sale now and very limited (less than 100 tickets left).
Read MoreSingle-Day Tickets for the 24th Annual Telluride Blues & Brews Festival are on sale now! These tickets will sell out, get yours before they're gone!
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