Meet The 2023 Telluride Blues Challenge Winner: Marcus Trummer

Congratulations 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.

Download The Daily Schedules To Your Phone

We're reducing our carbon footprint and are not printing program guides this year. Download the schedules to your phone so you’ll have them handy in case service is bad in Town Park. Save the schedules and create your own personalized itinerary and plan your days in advance.

Join the Excitement: Volunteer and Take Part in the Magic!

Volunteering is a fantastic way to be a part of the festival and earn a 3-Day Pass, get a free festival t-shirt, meet new friends, and be a part of the show! The only thing you need to do is fill out the application, choose your department, and select your preferred shifts. For a complete list of positions, you can click here. We are extremely grateful for all of our volunteers, particularly those who return year after year with their knowledge and passion for the festival. You are an essential component of this event, and we couldn't do it without you!

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Race Through The Telluride Box Canyon And Raise Money For Telluride Adaptive Sports Program

"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.

Yoga, Bike Rides, 5k Race And So Much More - Explore The Outdoors At Blues & Brews

Decompress 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.

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.

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.