As the 2024 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 Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. This year’s programming will include artist performances, a photo exhibition, artist meet and greets, a photo booth, listening station and more!
Read MoreNo joke here! Comedy is back and we are thrilled to announce Troy Walker, Jackie Kashian, Tom Thakkar and Langston Kerman are joining the lineup at Telluride Blues & Brews Festival this year! Take a break from the music and check out afternoon comedy shows on the Blues Stage or go out on the town for late night humor at the dirty shows at the Friday and Saturday night Juke Joints starting at 10 pm. For the young at heart, please note that some of the comedy will be adult in nature.
Read MoreKick back and rent a comfy festival chair for the whole weekend! We are proud to bring back the popular chair rental program! Nothing beats the feeling of enjoying the music, food, drinks and scenery from the comfort of your own chair while you relax, stretch out your legs and enjoy the cool mountain air on those hot summer days. Reserve your low-back chairs in advance and pick them up near the Festival entrance. Rentals are available for $70 for the entire weekend. Get yours while supplies last!
Read MoreReturning for his third year (2003, 2013, 2024) as the painting artist, Roger Masons present the latest installment for Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. He created the artwork for the 10th, 20th and now the 30th annual posters. If you don’t know the name Roger Mason, you should. You can spot him a mile away, he’s the guy on Telluride's Main Street from time to time standing next to an easel, brandishing brushes, resembling a dressed up Jackson Pollock, with spattered paint all over his denim overalls.
Read MoreThe Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is thrilled to team up again with long time craft beer partner Sierra Nevada Brewing Company for the 2024 Festival! Throughout the festival, enjoy a variety of Sierra Nevada beers at the Sierra Nevada Beer Truck, VIP bars, House of Brews, Blues Stage bars and a special High Altitude Lounge. From an easy-drinking, festival exclusive Scapegoat Blonde, hoppy IPAs and wild creations, Sierra Nevada styles will satisfy casual beer drinkers, aficionados and everything in between.
Read MoreFuel your festival cravings with delicious eats and tasty treats! Standout culinary talent and a stunning mountain backdrop ensure a spectacular experience for guests at this year’s festival. The food and beverage lineup features some exciting new vendors along with trusty favorites. Go south of the border with spicy Tex-Mex wraps, take a trip to the Mediterranean with healthy Greek salads, or enjoy Southern fried chicken and traditional BBQ. The vendor menus will have your taste buds going all weekend long.
Read MoreJoin 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 Protect Our Winters, the group hike begins on Sunday, September 15 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. For more info, make sure to stop by their booth inside the festival.
Read MoreThe Brewers Showcase at the 2024 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival will kick off in spectacular fashion on Thursday, September 12 at 6 pm with a decadent beer pairing dinner at Black Iron Kitchen + Bar at Madeline Hotel & Residences, an Auberge Resort. This exciting culinary event will feature a five-course meal prepared by Madeline’s Executive Chef Zachary Ladwig, thoughtfully paired with craft beers from Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, Ska Brewing Company, Crooked Stave Artisan Beer Project, Wild Provisions Beer Project and Carver Brewing Company. The evening will also feature live music from Nat Myers and folks from the Billy Goat Hop Farm.
Read MoreJoin us on September 14 for the annual Blisters & Brews 5k Fundraiser Race to support the Telluride Adaptive Sports Program in remembrance of dear festival friend Felix Snow. Run, walk or roll your way through a beautiful race course that winds through the Telluride box canyon in support of a great non-profit organization. Through registration fees, donations and the generous support of the Telluride community, we are honored to have been able to raise over $10,000 since the start of the program. We're looking forward to another amazing year of support. Not able to run, but want to support? Non-athletic support donations are also available.
Read MoreWake up to liberating, restorative movement in the crisp, refreshing alpine air. 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 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is excited to share the brewery lineup for the 2024 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 MoreA trip to Telluride for the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is not your average festival trip! The town is a one-of-a-kind destination with boutique shops, award-winning restaurants, outdoor recreation activities, historic relics and more. Planning for the trip of a lifetime can be easy with our lodging partners. From luxurious hotels, spacious condos, spas and pools, to festival camping, there's something for everyone!
Read MoreThe opening celebration for the 2024 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival will feature groovy soul, rhythm and blues from Eric Gales. Held at the historic Sheridan Opera House on Thursday, September 12, 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.
Read MoreAs September 13-15 inches a bit closer, the 30th Annual Telluride Blues & Brews Festival reveals the its 2024 artist lineup. The festival returns with a dynamic, well-rounded mix of live blues, funk, indie, rock, jam band, gospel and soul performances featuring Gary Clark Jr., Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, Joe Bonamassa, JJ Grey & Mofro, Neal Francis, Tab Benoit and many more. The complete list of announced artists is included below. To explore, watch and listen to the artists, click here. To explore, watch and listen to the artists, click here.
Read MoreNow streaming! We've curated a Spotify playlist featuring the 2024 artist lineup for your listening pleasure! Enjoy the best of the blues from Gary Clark Jr., Ben Harper & the Innocent Criminals, Joe Bonamassa, JJ Grey & Mofo, Tab Benoit, Samantha Fish and more along with funky new singles from Neal Francis, Hiss Golden Messenger, Eddie Roberts & The Lucky Strokes and many more. Dive deeper and discover hidden gems from up-and-coming artists like Taj Farrant, Danielle Ponder, Zach Person, Grace Bowers and many more. 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 13-15.
Read MoreWishing you a Happy Holidays from the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival! Celebrate with holiday tunes from festival artist alumni including James Brown, B.B. King, Taj Mahal, Keb’ Mo’ Samantha Fish, Sharon Jones, Charles Bradley, The Blind Boys of Alabama and many more!
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 8. 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 MoreCongratulations to Marcus Trummer, the winner of the 2023 Telluride Blues Challenge! Marcus competed against nearly 40 entries, and topped five other finalists at the Telluride Blues Challenge on Saturday, September 16 and won a Martin 000-10E Sapele guitar provided by Telluride Music Company, two performances at this year's and next year's Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, a three-night performance on the 2023 Durango Blues Train, and a $300 cash prize. Coming off the big win after his first performance in the US, we sat down with Marcus to learn more.
Read MoreFrom the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU to all of our artists, staff, partners, vendors, volunteers, breweries and most importantly the loyal attendees that have made this unique event so special for 29 years. Without you it would not be possible, and we are so grateful for the support from our amazing community that makes this festival so special.
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