Start Planning now for the 2019 Telluride Jazz Festival

Start Planning now for the 2019 Telluride Jazz Festival

It’s never too early to start planning your dream festival trip! Showcasing a mix of jazz, soul, funk with interactive artist performances, intimate late night shows, luxurious VIP and patron experiences, children's activities and much more, the Telluride Jazz Festival is one of America's most dynamic destination festivals. With the 42nd annual festival in the rear-view mirror, we look forward to celebrating the 43rd on August 9-11, 2019. Lodging in Telluride can fill-up fast! Start booking now for special deals and the best selection of properties and hotels. Explore some of the options with our lodging partners below.

Relive the Festival! Check out 2018 Festival Videos and Photos

Relive the Festival! Check out 2018 Festival Videos and Photos

Telluride Jazz Festival may be over (for now), but the memories will live on - and we couldn't do it without the fans! Look back on the things you may have missed, relive moments from your favorite musicians and check out highlights from the weekend.

Shop Online For Jazz Fest Memorabilia

Shop Online For Jazz Fest Memorabilia

Missed the merchandise store at Telluride Jazz Festival? Commemorate your experience and shop online for shirts, hats, sweatshirts, accessories and posters!

Thank you for an outstanding 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival

Thank you for an outstanding 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival

The Telluride Jazz Festival and the Telluride Society for Jazz offers all attendees, volunteers, staff, partners and artists a special thank you! We had an outstanding 2018 festival and it wouldn't be possible without all of the support!

Discover your Perfect Telluride Jazz Festival Experience

Discover your Perfect Telluride Jazz Festival Experience

With only one week left until the 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival, we can't help but be excited for three days of world class music in the gorgeous Telluride Town Park, along with fun interactive events, intimate late night "Jazz After Dark' shows, decadent culinary and cocktail options, and much more! With so many ticket and pass options to choose from, there's a great experience for everyone at the 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival. Compare all of the options here, customize your own and discover your perfect Telluride Jazz Festival experience.

Jazz Up your mornings! Introducing Coffee, Muffins and Jam

Jazz Up your mornings! Introducing Coffee, Muffins and Jam

Start your Telluride Jazz Festival mornings off with pleasant live jazz music, coffee and breakfast at the Phoenix Bean Saturday and Sunday of the Telluride Jazz Festival. New for the 2018 festival, “Coffee, Muffins and Jam” will offer a jazzy wake-up to a full day of music.

The 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival: The Guide

The 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival: The Guide

Back for its 42nd year the Telluride Jazz Festival features a dynamic mix of world class-music, events including art walks, parades and more, luxurious pass options with upscale culinary and cocktail menus, intimate late night shows and more. Additionally Telluride offers outstanding dining, outdoor recreation and sightseeing opportunities. Here the Telluride Jazz Festival team has put together a comprehensive festival guide for the best festival experience possible!

2018 Telluride Jazz Festival Program Guide

2018 Telluride Jazz Festival Program Guide

Welcome to the show! The official Program Guide for the 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival is here! Explore all the information you need to enjoy this year's festival right here inside this comprehensive guide. View and download the entire Program Guide below!

Announcing The Craft Cocktail Menu For The Patron And VIP Experience

Announcing The Craft Cocktail Menu For The Patron And VIP Experience

Step up to the bar and grab yourself a refreshing craft cocktail! The sophisticated menu of craft cocktails at the 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival is the final touch to the elegant Patron Experience. Our extensive selection of mixed drinks featuring premium vodkas, gins and tequilas will keep you feeling festive all day long.

Take Home the Original 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival Painting

Take Home the Original 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival Painting

The original artwork piece behind the 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival poster is now on auction! To build this year's poster, the festival staff took a fine piece of Telluride-inspired art from award winning painter Wayne Makenzie and formatted it to suit our lineup poster. This one-of-a-kind piece was created using the "plein air' technique right on Telluride's Main Street (Colorado Ave). If you love the artwork, bid online to take home this one-of-a-kind original painting. Bid on the piece online here, or on-site at the festival's Merchandise Tent and Patron Concierge Station until Sunday, August 5th.

Sierra Nevada Announces 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival Pour List

Sierra Nevada Announces 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival Pour List

The Telluride Jazz Festival is thrilled to team-up with Sierra Nevada Brewing company for the 2018 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.

Telluride Jazz Festival Trip Giveaway - Win Tickets and Lodging!

Telluride Jazz Festival Trip Giveaway - Win Tickets and Lodging!

Enter to win tickets and lodging! It doesn't get much better than world-class music under the towering San Juan Mountains in beautiful Telluride, Colorado! Showcasing a mix of jazz, soul, funk with interactive artist performances, intimate late night shows, luxurious VIP and patron experiences, children's activities and much more, the Telluride Jazz Festival is one of America's dynamic destination festivals.

Free "First Note" Yoga Sessions on Saturday & Sunday

Free "First Note" Yoga Sessions on Saturday & Sunday

Namasté! Relax, breath deep and unwind at the free Yoga Sessions! Wake up to mornings of liberating movement in the crisp, refreshing mountain air. Presented by Telluride Yoga Festival and guided by professional instructor Lauren Miller, 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.

Last Call For Volunteers! Lend Us A Hand, Earn A Free Festival Pass!

Last Call For Volunteers! Lend Us A Hand, Earn A Free Festival Pass!

Don't just come to the Telluride Jazz Festival, be a part of it! Volunteering is a great way to earn a 3-Day Pass, meet new friends, get a free festival t-shirt and be a part of the show! 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).

Society Stage at Elks Park

Society Stage at Elks Park

Get ready for a full weekend of entertainment and fun with music on the Society Stage! Music education is at the core of the Telluride Society For Jazz and prominently on display during the festival weekend. Up-and-coming Jazz music students bring their talent, skills, and knowledge to the Telluride community, sharing them all on the Society Stage at Elks Park. These intimate and interactive artist sessions will help promote the Telluride Society for Jazz's mission of student education and music outreach. Taking place in the heart of historic downtown Telluride in the grassy outdoor amphitheater at Elks Park, these artist performances give you a chance to interact while learning about jazz culture, history and methods.

Late Night at the 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival

Late Night at the 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival

The late night scene at the Telluride Jazz Festival keeps the music and party going into the deep hours of the evening with the all-inclusive Jazz After Dark format, Liberty Sessions, and The Final Waltz closing show. When the music ends in Telluride Town Park each day, the fun is far from over! Here is your guide to late night shows at the 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival!

The 2018 Patron Experience Menu Is Here

The 2018 Patron Experience Menu Is Here

Styled out for the 42nd year, the Patron Experience is by far the most luxurious way to attend the Telluride Jazz Festival. Putting an emphasis on high quality, locally-sourced and fresh ingredients, this year's Patron Experience features an eclectic food menu served in an exclusive, covered Patron Lounge located backstage at the festival. Tantalize your taste buds with this delicious 'tour de food' presented by Telluride chef Josh Klein.

2018 Single-Day Tickets On Sale Now

2018 Single-Day Tickets On Sale Now

Single-Day Tickets for the 2018 Telluride Jazz Festival are on sale now! Each day features a unique and dynamic lineup of performers and special events! If you can't make it to the whole festival, check out the schedule and find a day that's right for you!

Step into the Past: Historical Walking Tour of Telluride

Step into the Past: Historical Walking Tour of Telluride

Step into the celebrated and storied past with the Telluride Historical Museum at this year’s Telluride Jazz Festival! The Historical Museum will host a Historical Walking Tour on Saturday morning, August 4, allowing Patrons to explore the unique history of the charming town. In addition, the Museum offers free admission to the museum for festival pass-holders throughout the festival weekend.

New Orleans 2nd Line Parade

New Orleans 2nd Line Parade

Piggybacking off of a longstanding New Orleans tradition, the Telluride Jazz Festival is excited to once again present the New Orleans 2nd Line Parade! This year’s parade will kick-off at noon on Sunday, August 5 from Elks Park and feature No BS! Brass Band and Hooligan Brass Band.

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