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Let's do it again next year on August 9-11, 2024! Mark your calendars - tickets go on sale February 1, 2024. As the sounds of the 46th Telluride Jazz Festival gradually fade away, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for yet another incredible edition of this magical event. Thank you to our volunteers, partners, performers and most importantly the attendees! We are overwhelmed by the support. Without you, it would not be possible, and we deeply appreciate the festival community that makes this weekend so special.
Bring the festival spirit home! Commemorate your 2023 festival experience by browsing through this years new collection and find the perfect items that speak to you. Relive the magic and celebrate your cherished moments from this years festival with a range of festival memorabilia to fit your style.
New for 2023 - download the daily schedules to your phone for a detailed breakdown of which acts are playing where and when! Saving the schedules to your phone makes them accessible at all times even during bad cell reception with a low impact on battery usage - always a bonus! We're reducing our carbon footprint and are no longer printing program guides so download the schedules to take them with you on the go.
Telluride Jazz Festival is right around the corner and wristbands have started to ship out! Register yours and go cashless! Use your wristband to purchase food, drinks and merch with the tap of a wrist, skip the lines at the box office, and streamline movement between each area of the festival. Before you enter the festival, you must complete your MANDATORY wristband activation and register it with the correct attendee name and information.
Get ready to be blown away by the incredible music that fills the box canyon of Telluride, as world-class jazz musicians take center stage. But it's not just about the music, there are special events planned to complement the festival, providing an immersive experience for all attendees. Aside from the town park, theres the town of Telluride itself. Nestled amidst breathtaking mountains, it offers impressive dining options, unique shopping experiences, and an endless supply of outdoor activities to enjoy during the weekend. Get ready to immerse yourself in the magic and create memories that will last a lifetime at the Telluride Jazz Festival! To ensure that you have the best experience possible, our staff has put together a comprehensive festival guide of pro tips, tricks, and how-to’s for the most epic weekend ever. Explore all the information in our Insider’s Guide below.
The Telluride Jazz Festival is thrilled to team-up with Sierra Nevada Brewing company for the 2023 Festival! Founded in 1980, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is one of America’s premier craft breweries, highly regarded for using only the finest quality ingredients. Throughout the festival you can discover a variety of their craft beers at the main bar, VIP and Patron bars.
When the streets come alive with the sound of Jazz! Join us for "Jazz On Main" on August 10th from 4-6 pm, to kick off the 46th Annual Telluride Jazz Festival. Four lively venues, conveniently located within walking distance of each-other on Main Street will host a variety of live jazz bands. Making for a truly vibrant Main Street atmosphere as the town of Telluride fills with energy. The perfect way to set the mood for a weekend of world-class music, mountains and great memories. Jazz On Main is free and open to the public.
Become a part of the Festival - Join our team and volunteer with us! We're looking for reliable, hardworking and fun-loving individuals to join our team. Volunteer for two shifts and earn a 3-Day festival pass, staff t-shirt, make new friends and be a part of the "behind the scenes" action. All you have to do is fill out the application and choose the shifts and department that you'd like to join (box office, customs, park operations). Get the details and apply now!
Dance, sing, and march your way through the heart of Telluride! One of the weekend highlights is the New Orleans 2nd Line Parade on Sunday at 12 pm. As a nod to the rich music heritage of the Crescent City, we host our very own 2nd Line Parade on Sunday of the festival weekend to kick off the final day of events. Join the Hooligans Brass Band along with festival staff, attendees, and artists for a lively parade down Main Street all the way to the festival entrance. Everyone is welcome! Colorful floats, costumes, beads and decorations are all welcome as attendees join in on the march through town. Grab your friends and family, put on your dancing shoes, and join us for a celebration unlike any other.
Are you a young, talented musician looking for a remarkable opportunity to showcase your skills? Look no further than the Telluride Student All-Stars Jazz Ensemble. Earning a spot on this esteemed ensemble not only grants you access to one of the most prestigious jazz festivals in the world, but also gives you a chance to work with some of the most renowned names in the industry, collaborate with other music students, perform on the Main Stage and more. Think you have what it takes? Audition now, set your future in motion and join the ranks of many other All-Stars who’ve made a meaningful career in music. Applications close on June 15!
Prepare yourself for a mouth watering culinary experience! Renowned Telluride Chef Will Nolan has curated a top-tier food experience for Patron pass-holders. As a well-known name in the local restaurant scene, Nolan is poised to offer superior cuisine to patron pass-holders. The result is sure to be a dining experience unlike any other, with quality ingredients, expert preparation, and a chef-driven focus on healthy and flavorful food. The Patron experience is nothing short of exceptional. Trust us, this is exclusive world class luxury at an approachable price that you don’t want to miss!
If you have an instrument and love playing it, come join us for a jam session! Bring your horn and get ready to play with other musicians. Start your Telluride Jazz Festival mornings off with live jazz music at Morning Jam at the Telluride Arts HQ on Main Street. Attendees can enjoy performances led by students from Caleb Chapman’s Soundhouse in the heart of downtown Telluride, steps away from the “Society Stage” at Elks Park and minutes away from the Telluride Town Park Main Stage. All musicians are welcome and encouraged to join in on the jam for an improvisational performance to get their day swinging. The jam will be first come first play, with a sign up sheet. The music jams will go from 9 - 10 am on both Saturday August 12 and Sunday August 13 and are open to the public.
Get ready to make some memories at the 46th Annual Telluride Jazz Festival, and take a piece of it home with you. The limited edition souvenir laminate is the perfect way to commemorate an unforgettable weekend of music, food, and mountain views. With a design inspired by traditional festival badges, this collector's item features the festival poster artwork on the front and the festival schedule on the back. Order your 2023 souvenir laminate for just $10 and wear it proudly throughout the weekend. You can even get it signed by your favorite artists for a personal touch. Make sure to place your order in advance so that your souvenir laminate and wristband will be shipped to you about six weeks prior to the festival. Don't miss out on a one-of-a-kind souvenir from the Telluride Jazz Festival!
Beyond the world class music echoing off the walls of the box canyon, the Telluride Jazz Festival has so much in store to keep you entertained. The weekend celebration is packed with special events like free morning Yoga Sessions, a free historical walking tour, a New Orleans style 2nd Line Parade on Main Street, a kids area and so much more, there's something for everyone.
Kick off the 2023 Telluride Jazz Festival in style with a special opening concert featuring Tuba Skinny at the historic Sheridan Opera House on Thursday, August 10, 2023. This opening concert used to be reserved exclusively for Patron pass-holders but we recently opened up a limited amount of tickets for the experience so that everyone can participate and kick off the festival in style. Join us for what is sure to be an unforgettable performance and a show that you won’t want to miss.
The day is here! Tickets for the 46th Annual Telluride Jazz Festival are on sale now! Limited quantities are available. Don't miss out, buy early and save!
The Telluride Jazz Festival returns for its 46th year on August 11-13, 2023 with renewed energy after a safe and successful year in 2022. With official dates set for the celebration of live music, art, yoga, music education and outdoor recreation, the new year is set to build upon the renewed growth and momentum.
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