The 2022 House of Brews Beer Styles Are Here

The House Of Brews Bar returns this year with local, regional and national breweries showcasing their best suds. Located in the Main Festival grounds the House of brews gives attendees a chance to enjoy a variety of beers while catching all of the action on the Main Stage. This year’s House Of Brews features a rotating list of styles from Sierra Nevada Brewing Company and 19 other breweries throughout the festival, with up to 10 styles available for purchase each day. With a focus on variety, each beer style will only be featured once throughout the festival and available in limited quantities.

Special Guests The Levee Horns Join Gov't Mule At The 2022 Festival

The 2022 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival will conclude in spectacular fashion as Gov’t Mule announces the addition of Special Guests the Levee Horns to their Main Stage headlining set on Sunday, September 18. Consisting of Mark Mullins (of Bonerama), Bobby Campo, Matt Perrine and Ward Smith the Levee Horns are celebrated for their stand out collaborative performances with the Last Waltz 40 band tours where they performed music from the “Last Waltz” with Warren Haynes, amongst other legendary artists.

The 2022 Tasting Session Beer Styles Are Here

The Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is excited to announce the 70+ styles of craft beer that will be poured at this year’s Tasting Sessions as part of the new Brewer Showcase. From easy drinking pilsners and classic IPAs to big, barrel aged stouts, the eclectic variety from these 23 brewers will satisfy every kind of beer drinker, from casual fans to enthusiasts.

Enjoy The Outdoors At The Telluride Blues & Brews Festival

Enjoy free morning Yoga Sessions, run the Blisters & Blues 5K Race, demo mountain bikes with Revel Bikes and hike with Backpacker Magazine - all before you enjoy the music! It’s no secret that Telluride, Colorado is one of the best places in the world for outdoor recreation! We recommend taking some time while you’re here to experience the endless miles of trails and breathtaking scenery of the towering San Juan mountain peaks. Join us and our friends from Backpacker Magazine, Revel Bikes, Boot Doctors and the Telluride Adaptive Sports program to enjoy the outdoors each morning before the festival.

New Limited Edition Souvenir Keepsake

To commemorate our 28th year, Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is proud to present a limited edition souvenir laminate. Inspired by traditional festival badges, the laminate features the poster artwork on the front, with the festival schedule on the back. Add a special collector's item to your order and take home a piece of history! Wear the festival schedule and get them signed by the artists for a personal touch.

Steve GumbleMay 2, 2022Souvenir, Souvenir Keepsake, Laminate, 2022

Get To Know This Year's Festival Vendors

In addition to three days of world-class music, craft beer and outdoor recreation, festival attendees can enjoy a wide variety of food and craft vendors at this year’s Telluride Blues & Brews Festival!

From BBQ, Indian food, Cuban sandwiches, wraps, Greek food, fried chicken, Spanish paella, hot coffee drinks and vegan options, the tasty food vendor menus will keep your taste buds satisfied all weekend long. Shop at the local craft booths for fine jewelry, clothing and keepsakes. Explore all of the vendors below

Join Our Team - Sign Up To Volunteer At The Festival

We invite you and your friends to volunteer for the 28th Annual Telluride Blues & Brews Festival in gorgeous Telluride, Colorado. Volunteer for two shifts and earn a 3-Day festival pass and a staff t-shirt. Applications are open now! Become a part of our volunteer family this year.

2022 Ticket Exchange And Waitlist

We’ve partnered with Lyte to give our attendees an official way to get or return passes after they sell out! This is a fan-to-fan exchange that eliminates the worries of purchasing a fraudulent ticket from a scalper, Craigs List or third party like Stub Hub. Looking for sold out tickets? Request a ticket now and as soon as tickets are available, Lyte will complete your purchase automatically at the price offered, with no hidden fees. You will only be charged if Lyte finds you tickets. Bought tickets and can’t make it to the Festival? We know that plans change. Return your ticket to Lyte and receive a fair market offer. Lyte will then re-sell your ticket to another Telluride Blues & Brews Festival fan

2022 Blisters & Brews 5K Fundraiser Race

Blisters & Brews is a 5k Fundraiser Race on the morning of Saturday, September 17, giving Festival patrons the opportunity to exercise before the Festival. Presented by the Telluride Blues Society, the 5k Race will raise money for the Telluride Adaptive Sports Program in remembrance of dear festival friend Felix Snow. Don't want to run, but want to support? Non-athletic support donations are also available. Register now!

2022 Blues & Brews Late Night Shows

The festival nightlife in Telluride is a thriving scene built on 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. From jammed out performances that approach last call, to foot-stomping rock shows and legendary collaborations, the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival's Juke Joint shows are not to be missed.

2022 Twilight Sessions With Anders Osborne

Set in the heart of Telluride at one of the town's most illustrious historic landmarks, the Twilight Session at the Transfer Warehouse will take place just after "Alpenglow" when the last of the sun's rays set on the tops of the mountain peaks. This Twilight Session show perfectly fills the time gap between the free Sunset Blues Concert and Bal De Maison opening show and will be highlighted by a set performed by one of the festival's most cherished artists, Anders Osborne.

2022 Sunset Blues Concert At The Telluride Transfer Warehouse

Join us our free Sunset Blues Concert on Thursday, September 15 from 5-7 pm featuring Eddie 9V and Ghalia Volt! The Sunset Blues Concert will be held at the Telluride Transfer Warehouse. The event is free and open to the public, and the event is rain or shine. The Sunset Blues Concert is made possible by the generous support by Sierra Nevada Brewing Co, and the Telluride Arts District.

Steve GumbleMarch 14, 20222022, Eddie 9V, Ghalia Volt, Telluride Transfer Warehouse, Sunset Blues Concert

2022 Fais Do-Do: Closing Celebration

The 2022 festival weekend ends with a special closing celebration show from Samantha Fish at the historic Sheridan Opera House on Sunday, September 18. The doors open at 9:30 pm and the show starts at 10:00 pm.

2022 Bal De Maison: Opening Show With Oh He Dead

The opening celebration for the 2022 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival will feature the groovy soul, rhythm and blues from Oh He Dead. Held at the historic Sheridan Opera House on Thursday, September 15, the Bal de Maison is the perfect way to kick off the festival weekend. The doors open at 8:30 pm and the show starts at 9:00 pm.

2022 Telluride Blues Challenge Entries Open

Calling all musicians, play your way to the Main Stage of the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival! Through a partnership with Telluride Music Company and Telluride Blues Society, we are excited to present the 2022 Telluride Blues Challenge - an annual competition providing an opportunity to talented, up-and-coming blues artists to advance their professional career and play the Telluride Blues & Brews Main Stage!

2022 Tickets On Sale Now

Tickets for the 28th Annual Telluride Blues & Brews Festival on September 16-18, 2022 are on sale now!

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the festival boasts three days of music, comedy, craft beer, yoga and outdoor activities in the iconic Telluride Town Park set against a backdrop of stunning 13,000-foot mountain peaks. Limited quantities are available, don't miss out!

2022 Artist Lineup Playlist

Now streaming! We've curated a Spotify playlist featuring the 2022 Artist Lineup for your listening pleasure! Enjoy classic hits from Buddy Guy, Gov't Mule, Ceelo Green and John Hiatt & The Goners along with new singles from The War and Treaty, Samantha Fish, Curtis Harding and many more. Dive deeper and discover hidden gems from up-and-coming artists. Tune in, turn up the volume and let the music take your mind away to the beautiful town of Telluride! All of these great artists will converge on the Telluride Town Park stage this September 16-18.

2022 Stand-Up Comedy At The Festival

Comedy returns to Blues & Brews with stand-up shows featuring four comedians and the return of the late night Comedy Club at the Wood Ear (135 E Colorado Ave). With cozy couches and comfortable seating along with rustic décor and ambient lighting, Back Porch Comedy Club will be the ideal setting to catch some late night humor. This intimate venue will host the "Dirty Shows" on Friday and Saturday nights starting at 10 pm. For the young at heart, please note that some of the comedy will be adult in nature. Catch all five comedians again on the Blues Stage and Campground Stage throughout the weekend.

Steve GumbleFebruary 28, 2022Telluride, Colorado, Festival, Music Festival, Comedy, Stand-Up Comedy, Troy Walker, 2022, Danny Jolles, David Gborie, Steph Tolev

The 2022 Artist Lineup Is Here

As September 16-18 inches just a bit closer, the 28th Annual Telluride Blues & Brews Festival reveals its 2022 artist lineup. The festival returns with a dynamic, well-rounded mix of live blues, funk, indie, rock, jam band, gospel and soul performances featuring Buddy Guy, Gov't Mule, Ceelo Green As… “Soul Brotha #100" (A James Brown Tribute), John Hiatt & The Goners, The War and Treaty and many more. To explore, watch and listen to the artists, click here.

2022 Brewers Showcase Attending Breweries

The Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is excited to share the brewery lineup for the 2022 Brewers Showcase! From local and regional favorites, to national treasures, the Brewers Showcase will offer many opportunities to sample the finest beer craftsmanship, while interacting will brewery representatives.