The Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is excited to share the brewery lineup for the 2023 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.
Read MoreKick your Sunday morning into high gear! Join other festival-goers on a brisk but leisurely hike on one of Telluride’s most popular trails up to the beautiful Bear Creek Waterfall. Hosted by Festival partner Outside, the group hike begins on Sunday, September 17 at 9:00 am from the Outside booth inside the festival grounds. The group will access the trail from the end of South Pine Street and enjoy a steady 2-mile climb leading up to the falls. Hikers should plan for approximately 1 hour to reach the falls. Team members from Outside will be on-site to answer questions about hiking, gear and more. They’ll also offering demo gear to try out and giving away free swag! For more info, make sure to stop by their booth inside the festival.
Read MoreTry out some of the best full-suspension mountain bikes and singletrack trails in the world. Explore the epic scenery and unique terrain around Telluride alongside our friends at Revel Bikes! Join their team for mountain bike rides in the refreshing morning air on the endless miles of singletrack trails that have made our town a world-class mountain biking destination. But first, stop by their booth in the Festival grounds to check out their new bike fleet and sign up for a demo.
Read More"Run, Walk and Roll" - Blisters & Brews is a 5k Fundraiser Race on the morning of Saturday, September 16, giving attendees the opportunity to exercise before the Festival even starts. The 5k Race will raise money for the Telluride Adaptive Sports Program in remembrance of dear festival friend Felix Snow. Through registration fees, donations and the generous support of the Telluride community, we were honored to be able to raise over $7,500 for the Telluride Adaptive Ski Program since the start of the program. We're looking forward to another amazing year of support. Don't want to run, but want to support? Non-athletic support donations are also available.
Read MoreNamasté! Relax, breathe deep and decompress at the free Blues & Brews Yoga Sessions. Wake up to liberating, restorative movement in the crisp, refreshing mountain air. Guided by professional instructor Annika Kristiansen, the smooth yoga flow is designed to improve your health, performance, and overall well being. The class blends playful exercises of balance and strength with flexibility and power in a welcoming format. Kristiansen’s practice and teachings of being and seeing that she enthusiastically shares with her students extend beyond the mat. Guests of all skill levels are welcome to join a fluid yoga flow and activating breath practice on Saturday and Sunday mornings of the Festival. Nestled in the cozy amphitheater of Elks Park in downtown Telluride, these yoga sessions are a fun and inspiring way to start your festival mornings.
Read MoreThe music continues long after the sun sets!
The nightlife in Telluride is a thriving scene built on a strong, musically-charged local culture and there’s plenty to experience each night of the festival. Thursday’s kick-off includes the exclusive Bal De Maison Opening Show at the Sheridan Opera House. After the music ends in the park, the festival scene moves into various venues across the town of Telluride. Friday and Saturday evening hosts four different “Juke Joint” shows each night showcasing an assortment of artists up close and personal and a stand-up comedy venue. Sunday the festival concludes with the celebrated Fais Do-Do Closing Show. Dive into the full late night schedule below.
Read MoreDecompress at morning Yoga Sessions or run in the Blisters & Blues 5k Race — all before you even enter the park! Telluride has something for everyone needing to scratch their outdoor itch! The morning offers it all, whether it’s taking time to unwind in Elks Park for Yoga Flow, or running a 5k race — we want you to revel in the opportunities awaiting in our Box Canyon. Join us and our friends from Outside, Revel Bikes, Boot Doctors and the Telluride Adaptive Sports program to enjoy the outdoors each morning before the festival.
Read MoreCalling 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 2023 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!
Read MoreTo commemorate our 29th 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.
Read MoreTickets for the 29th Annual Telluride Blues & Brews Festival on September 15-17, 2023 are on sale now!
Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the festival boasts three days of music, comedy, craft beer 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!
Read MoreAs September 15-17 inches just a bit closer, the 29th Annual Telluride Blues & Brews Festival reveals its 2023 artist lineup. The festival returns with a dynamic, well-rounded mix of live blues, funk, indie, rock, gospel and soul performances featuring Bonnie Raitt, The Roots, The Revivalists, The Word (featuring: Luther Dickinson, Cody Dickinson, Robert Randolph, John Medeski & Rayfield 'Ray Ray' Holloman), The Robert Cray Band, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram and many more. The complete list of announced artists is included below. To explore, watch and listen to the artists, click here.
Read MoreNow streaming! We've curated a Spotify playlist featuring the 2023 artist lineup for your listening pleasure! Enjoy classic hits from Bonnie Raitt, The Roots and The Robert Cray Band along with new singles from The The Revivalists, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, The Teskey Brothers, The Record Company 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 15-17.
Read MoreAttention Telluride Locals looking to buy Passes for the 2023 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival! This year, we will be holding a Local Pre-Sale for you to get your 3-Day, VIP and Single Day Passes on Tuesday, March 14. This Local Pre-Sale will be held from noon until tickets run out (supplies are very limited), at a pop-up box office at the Sheridan SHOW Bar located at 110 N Oak St. There is a limit of two VIP Passes, six 3-Day and Single Day Passes per order and sales are limited to credit/debit cards only. All other tickets and the VIP Passes not sold during the Local Pre-Sale will be available online on March 15 at 10 am (MT). Make your plans now!
Read MoreMark your calendars and start planning for the festival trip of a lifetime! The Festival offers a variety of pass options to build your perfect experience. From luxurious VIP and Super VIP experiences to Regular GA 3-Day Passes and Camping, there's something for everyone. The pass benefits are displayed below to compare the experiences side-by-side and find out which experience suits you best.
Read MoreLooking for that meaningful gift? We've got you covered. Take 25% off the entire Telluride Blues & Brews Festival store starting now through December 9. Shop our Black Friday Sale for t-shirts, socks, hats, beanies, sweatshirts and more to save big! All items have been discounted, no promo code necessary.
Read MoreLooking for that meaningful holiday gift? We’ve got you covered. Take home a piece of music history. Shop at the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival online store to save big on festival posters. Surprise a friend or family member with a great holiday gift or treat yourself to a new wall decoration - Telluride Blues & Brews Festival posters are a great way to spark nostalgia and memories from your favorite festival years!
Read MoreWhat a way to close out a phenomenal weekend. We are overwhelmed by the support from our festival community. From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU for all of your support, kind words, cooperation and patience during this past year. Thank you to all of the artists, staff, partners, vendors, volunteers, breweries and most importantly the loyal attendees that have made this unique event so special for 28 years. Without you it would not be possible, and your dedication gives us a deep appreciation for the amazing community that makes this weekend so amazing.
Read MoreCongratulations to the winner of the 2022 Telluride Blues Challenge - Joe Waters competed against five other finalists at the Telluride Blues Challenge on Saturday, September 17 and won a premium Martin guitar provided by Telluride Music Company, two performances at this year's and next year's Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, a spot on the 2023 Durango Blues Train and more!
Read MoreBig thanks to everyone who joined us for the 2022 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival! We’re looking forward to doing it again next year September 15 - 17, 2023. Lodging in Telluride fills up quick and the best way to secure yours is to book early! From accommodations with intimate Victorian settings or modern design elements there’s a variety of lodging options available.
Read MoreExciting news for those who can’t make it to Telluride for this year’s Festival! We are thrilled to announce a video livestream of the 2022 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. Viewers far and wide can tune in and watch performances live from the Main Stage along with artist interviews with our friends at KOTO Community Radio. The livestream is free, but if you dig the show, please consider donating to our non-profit partners.
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