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Thank You For A Fantastic 2024 Telluride Festival!

Thank You For A Fantastic 2024 Telluride Festival!

Wow, what a show! We had the time of our lives at the 47th Telluride Jazz Festival and walked away with new memories that will last a lifetime. As the sounds of the weekend gradually fade away, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for another amazing year. Thank you to all the volunteers, staff partners, artists and most importantly YOU! The fans and festival community are make this weekend so special. Let's do it again next year on August 8-10, 2025! Mark your calendars - tickets go on sale February 5, 2025.

2024 Insider's Guide To Telluride Jazz Festival

2024 Insider's Guide To Telluride Jazz Festival

The 47th Annual Telluride Jazz Festival is almost here and we have everything you need to know to get ready! There are special events to complement the world-class music and the festival is full of fun opportunities to make life-long friends and memories. Telluride also offers outstanding dining, shopping, outdoor recreation and sightseeing opportunities to make the most out of your time here. 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.

Download The 2024 Schedules To Your Phone

Download The 2024 Schedules To Your Phone

Save the schedules to your phone for a detailed breakdown of which acts are playing where and when. Create your own personalized itinerary and plan your day in advance! Having the festival schedules on your phone enhances the overall experience, making it easier to immerse yourself in the incredible music and vibrant atmosphere at Telluride Jazz Festival.

Sierra Nevada Unveils 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival Pour List

Sierra Nevada Unveils 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival Pour List

The Telluride Jazz Festival is thrilled to team-up with Sierra Nevada Brewing company for the 2024 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.

25% Off Entire Store - Black Friday Is Here!

25% Off Entire Store - Black Friday Is Here!

Looking for that meaningful holiday gift? We've got you covered. Take 25% off the entire Telluride Jazz Festival store starting now through December 8. Save big on t-shirts, socks, hats, beanies, sweatshirts and more! All items have been discounted, no promo code necessary.

Save 25% On All Festival Posters

Save 25% On All Festival Posters

Shop the 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 Jazz Festival posters are a great way to spark nostalgia and memories from your favorite festival years! Click the button or poster images below to head to our online store. No promo code necessary, all discounts automatically apply at checkout. Sale starts now!

How Did We Do? Take the Survey

How Did We Do? Take the Survey

Take the survey for a chance to win 3-Day Passes to next year's Festival! We want your feedback! Share your experience and help us improve. Complete the survey by August 31 to be entered for the chance to win a pair of 3-Day Passes to next year's festival!

Thank You For The Memories

Thank You For The Memories

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.

Download The Daily Schedules To Your Phone

Download The Daily Schedules To Your Phone

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.

Register Your RFID Wristbands And Go Cashless

Register Your RFID Wristbands And Go Cashless

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.

2023 Insider's Guide To Telluride Jazz Festival

2023 Insider's Guide To Telluride Jazz Festival

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.

Sierra Nevada Unveils 2023 Telluride Jazz Festival Pour List

Sierra Nevada Unveils 2023 Telluride Jazz Festival Pour List

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.

Exploring the Vibrant Music Scene of Jazz on Main

Exploring the Vibrant Music Scene of Jazz on Main

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.

Get Involved And Join Our Team

Get Involved And Join Our Team

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!

Take To The Streets - Join Our 2nd Line Parade And March Through Telluride

Take To The Streets - Join Our 2nd Line Parade And March Through Telluride

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.

Calling All Student Artists! Join The 2023 All-Stars

Calling All Student Artists! Join The 2023 All-Stars

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!

Morning Jam At Telluride Arts HQ

Morning Jam At Telluride Arts HQ

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.

Beyond The Music - The Telluride Jazz Festival Experience

Beyond The Music - The Telluride Jazz Festival Experience

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.

2023 Opening Concert With Tuba Skinny

2023 Opening Concert With Tuba Skinny

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.

2023 Tickets On Sale Now

2023 Tickets On Sale Now

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!

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