For those looking to mix it up from our extensive craft beer, wine and cocktail offerings at the 2022 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, we are pleased to offer a selection of hard kombucha’s, ciders and seltzers at our festival bars. Enjoy options from Strainge Beast Hard Kombucha, Big B’s Hard Seltzer and White Claw Hard Seltzer.
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 Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, Tim’s Naturals, Olukai, Flylow, Hest, Revel Bikes, BootDoctors and Backpacker Magazine to giveaway the festival experience of a lifetime along with some fresh gear. Enter below for a chance to win big!
Read MoreThe new Brewers Showcase at the 2022 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival will kick off in spectacular fashion on Thursday, September 15 at 6 pm with a decadent beer pairing dinner at Black Iron Kitchen + Bar at Madeline Hotel & Residences, an Auberge Resort. This exciting culinary evening will feature a delicious five-course meal prepared by Madeline’s Executive Chef Bill Greenwood, thoughtfully paired with craft beers from Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, Telluride Brewing Company, Ska Brewing Company, Wild Provisions and Great Divide Brewing Company. The event will also feature live music from Shane Hall and a gallery of fine paintings from festival poster artist Rob Gonzo.
Read MoreShop at the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival online store to save big on festival apparel and more! Surprise a friend or family member with a great holiday gift or treat yourself to a new wall decoration - Telluride Blues & Brews Festival posters, shirts and hats are a great way to spark nostalgia from your favorite festival memories! Click the button below to head to our online store. No promo code necessary, all discounts automatically apply at checkout. Sale starts now and lasts through July 4 at midnight!
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreEnjoy 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.
Read MoreTo 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.
Read MoreIn 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
Read MoreWe 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.
Read MoreWe’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
Read MoreBlisters & 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!
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreSet 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.
Read MoreJoin 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreThe 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.
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 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!
Read MoreTickets 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!
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