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.

2023 Telluride Blues Challenge Entries Are 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 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!

2023 Limited Edition Souvenir Keepsake

To 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.

2023 Tickets On Sale Now

Tickets 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!

Steve GumbleMarch 15, 2023Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, Telluride, Colorado, Music, Live Music, Festival, Music Festival, 2023

The 2023 Artist Lineup Is Here

As 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.

2023 Artist Lineup Playlist

Now 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.

Local Pre-Sale for Passes On Tuesday, March 14

Attention 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!

2023 Ticket Guide - Build Your Perfect Festival Experience

Mark 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.

Steve GumbleJanuary 19, 20232023, Telluride, Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, Colorado, Music, Live Music, Festival, Music Festival, Camping

Black Friday Sale - Save 25% On Entire Festival Store

Looking 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.

Steve GumbleNovember 25, 2022Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, Telluride, Colorado, Black Friday, Sale, Shop, Holidays, Shopping, 2022

Save 25% On All Festival Posters

Looking 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!

Thank You For An Amazing 2022 Festival

What 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.

Steve GumbleSeptember 27, 2022Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, Telluride, Colorado, Music, Music Festival, Live Music, 2022

2022 Telluride Blues Challenge Winner: Joe Waters

Congratulations 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!

Steve GumbleSeptember 26, 20222022, Joe Waters

Book Your Lodging Early for the 2023 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival

Big 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.

Patrick ShehanSeptember 22, 20222022, Lodging

Free Video Livestream of the 2022 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival

Exciting 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.

Steve GumbleSeptember 12, 20222022, Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, Telluride, Colorado, Music, Live Music, Festival, Music Festival, Livestream

2022 Collaboration Beers

The Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is excited to partner with the Colorado Brewers Guild, a non-profit trade association, to present one-of-a-kind, multi-brewery collaborative beers at the 2022 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival! The 2022 collaborative beer lineup will include Box Canyon Braggot brewed by Telluride Brewing Co., Smugglers Brewing Co. and Stronghouse Brewpub, 2 Bizzy Juicy IPA Brewed by Ska Brewing and Telluride Brewing Co, Possible Haze by 4 Noses Brewing and Telluride Brewing, along with Have you heard the buzz? Bock from Jagged Mountain Craft Brewing and Lady Justice Brewing.

Patrick ShehanSeptember 10, 2022Colorado Brewers Guild, 2022

The Blues & Brews Kickback Rental Chair Program Is Back for 2022!

Kick back and rent a comfy festival chair for the day or the whole weekend! Don’t miss out! Reserve your weekend chairs now. Any inventory leftover not reserved will be available for rent on-site starting on Friday, September 16 near the Festival main entrance. Low-back chair rentals are $30 per day or $70 for the weekend.

Free Blues & Brews Yoga Sessions

Namasté! Relax, breath deep and unwind at the free Blues & Brews Yoga Sessions. Wake up to mornings of liberating movement in the crisp, refreshing mountain air. Guided by professional instructor Julie Johnston, enjoy a smooth yoga flow designed to improve your health, performance, and overall well being. The class blends playful exercises focusing on balance, strength, flexibility and power in a welcoming format. Guests of all skill levels are welcome to join us on Saturday and Sunday mornings during the Festival weekend to enjoy a fluid yoga flow and activating breath practice. Nestled in the cozy amphitheater of Elks Park in downtown Telluride, the yoga sessions are a fun and inspiring way to start your mornings.

Steve GumbleSeptember 6, 2022Yoga, Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, Telluride, Colorado, Music, Live Music, Festival, Music Festival, 2022, Dave Ziegler

2022 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival Survive And Thrive Guide

Yes, like most festivals there’s a Main Stage, but at Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, there is so much more! With incredible live music from 30+ on multiple stages along with free yoga sessions, 5k fundraiser race, tons of beer styles to try, world-class restaurants, outdoor recreation and more, it can’t hurt to have a little guidance. Curated by our staff experts, we are proud to present the comprehensive Survive and Thrive Guide.

Meet Rob Gonzo - The Artist Behind A Trio Of Festival Paintings

This year’s Telluride Blues & Brews Festival poster art was created by Rob Gonzo, (aka. Robert Wolverton, Jr)! The piece’s vibrant use of color creates a welcoming festival scene featuring Telluride's Main Street and mountains, beer and music. The artwork is the second in a trio of paintings for Telluride Blues & Brews Festival as a partnership showcasing Rob’s work as the commemorative art.

Music Maker Foundation Returns to Telluride for the 2022 Festival

As the 2022 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!

Patrick ShehanSeptember 4, 2022Music Maker Relief Foundation, 2022