As the summer season in the world-famous mountain town of Telluride, Colorado begins to approach, the Telluride Jazz Festival reveals the 2020 artist lineup. Set on August 7-9, 2020, the festival presents a well-rounded, diverse mix of live jazz, funk, soul, and gospel performances featuring The Beach Boys, Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Bamako to Birmingham - Amadou & Mariam with The Blind Boys of Alabama, The Budos Band, The Hot Sardines, Poncho Sanchez and many more. To see the full lineup, click here.
2020 Spotify Artist Playlist
Now streaming! We've curated a Spotify playlist featuring the full 2020 artist lineup for your enjoyment. Listen to classic tunes from The Beach Boys, upbeat New Orleans jazz from Preservation Hall Jazz Band, worldly rhythms from Bamako to Birmingham- Amadou & Mariam with the Blind Boys of Alabama and Poncho Sanchez, along with fresh and energetic songs from The Budos Band and Marco Benevento, smooth jazz from The Hot Sardines, Catherine Russell and much more!
2020 Historical Walking Tour - Step into the Past
Discover the past on Saturday morning at the Historical Walking Tour presented by the Telluride Historical Museum. Presenter and long-time resident Ashley Boling will guide visitors through Telluride’s storied past and celebrated landmarks. Walking Tour registrations are free; however, space is limited. Registrations are now open. Be sure to sign up early! Click here to sign up.
2020 Tickets On Sale Now
The day is here! Tickets for the 44th Annual Telluride Jazz Festival are on sale now! Limited quantities are available for Early Bird, VIP, and Patron 3-Day Passes, Safari Cabanas, 4-Day Camping and "Jazz After Dark" Passes. Don't miss out, buy early and save!
2020 Lodging and Travel Guide
A trip to Telluride for the Telluride Jazz Festival is not your average festival trip! In addition to three days of world-class music in the stunning Telluride Town Park, the town is a destination unparalleled with plenty of boutique shops, delicious restaurants, playful outdoor recreation opportunities, historic relics and more. Planning for the trip of a lifetime can be easy with our lodging and transportation partners. From luxurious hotels, spacious condos, spas and pools to camping there's something for everyone!
Build Your Perfect Festival Experience
Tickets for the 44th Annual Telluride Jazz Festival go on sale in two weeks on Friday, January 31 at 10 am (MT). The Festival offers a variety of pass options to help you build your perfect experience. From luxurious Patron and VIP options, to all-inclusive 'All That Jazz' Passes and regular 3-Day Passes, there's something for everyone.
10 Reasons Not To Miss The 2020 Telluride Jazz Festival
The Telluride Jazz Festival returns for its 44th year on August 7-9, 2020 with renewed energy after a highly successful year in 2019. 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 positive growth and momentum.
Early Bird Patron Passes On Sale December 11
Luxury amenities, world-class music, decadent food and drinks all surrounded by the unparalleled mountain views - the best way to attend Telluride Jazz Festival. Set your calendar reminders! Early Bird Patron Passes for the 2020 Telluride Jazz Festival will go on sale Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at 10:00 am (MT). These passes will sell out. With a $200 savings on the regular-priced Patron Experience Pass, Early Bird Passes offer the highest value of all festival passes and are only available in extremely limited quantities. In addition, a portion of the ticket cost, $200, benefits the Telluride Society for Jazz and can be deducted on income taxes as a charitable contribution.
Join Us Next Year On August 7-9, 2020
With this year in the rear-view mirror, we look forward to celebrating the 44th annual Telluride Jazz Festival on August 7-9, 2020. Join us for next summer to celebrate world-class live music in the breathtaking mountain town of Telluride, Colorado. Located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the festival features three days of music, art, yoga, intimate late night shows, kids activities, camping, outdoor recreation and much more in the iconic destination town.
Thank You For A Spectacular 2019 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 festival and it wouldn't be possible without you! Let’s do it again next year, August 7-9, 2020.
The Insider's Guide To The 2019 Telluride Jazz Festival
Back for the 43rd year, the Telluride Jazz Festival features a dynamic mix of world class music and festival events including art walks and parades, experienced through luxurious pass options with upscale culinary and cocktail menus, intimate late night shows and more. The Town of Telluride also offers award-winning restaurants, unparalleled outdoor recreation and sightseeing opportunities. 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.
The 2019 Festival Program Guide Is Here
Welcome to the show! The official Program Guide for the 2019 Telluride Jazz Festival is here! Explore all the information you need to enjoy this year's festival right here inside this comprehensive guide.
Festival Fun For The Kids
Not just for adults, kids of all ages can enjoy the Telluride Jazz Festival! Complete with student performances, a kids area with giant puppets and interactive activities like face painting, and the New Orleans 2nd Line Parade with an uncrowded laid-back atmosphere, the Telluride Jazz Festival is a perfect event for families.
The 2019 Wine List At The Festival
With the final additions and finishing touches, we are excited to present the complete list of wines at the 43rd Telluride Jazz Festival. From full-bodied reds with bold flavors to dry, zesty whites with a smooth finish, the 2019 wine lists has something for every kind of wine enthusiast. Explore the list below!
Telluride Jazz Festival Teams Up with Mile High Spirits
Telluride Jazz Festival is excited to welcome Mile High Spirits as the official craft distillery partner! Throughout the festival, you can discover a variety of their award-winning spirits in cocktails at all festival bars. Mile High Spirits will also be featured in the extensive selection of specialty drinks in the luxurious Patron and VIP Experience. Explore the 2019 pour list below!
Take Home the Original 2019 Telluride Jazz Festival Painting
The original artwork piece behind the 2019 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 Jennifer Godshalk and formatted it to suit our lineup poster. 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 11th.
Victor Wooten Masterclass - "Music of Nature and the Nature of Music"
Just announced! Join legendary bassist Victor Wooten on Friday, August 9th from 12:00 – 2:00 pm for a nature walk to the scenic Lower Bear Creek Waterfall (located near town park), followed by a short walk up the river trail (the walk is on relatively flat ground) to the Sheridan Opera House where Wooten will lead a Masterclass. Registrations are now open! Sign up early to reserve your spot. Space is limited, only 30 spots available.
Telluride Jazz Festival Trip Giveaway - Win Tickets, Lodging and Swag!
Enter to win tickets and lodging to the 2019 Telluride Jazz Festival! 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.
Sierra Nevada Unveils 2019 Telluride Jazz Festival Pour List
The Telluride Jazz Festival is thrilled to team-up with Sierra Nevada Brewing company for the 2019 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.
2019 Summer Jazz Series Presented by Telluride Society For Jazz
The Telluride Society for Jazz and Palm Arts have partnered to bring the Summer Jazz Series and youth outreach program to the San Juan Mountains with live performances, in-school performances, and workshops in both Telluride and Ouray.