Events & Festivals

Salon Nights

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Salon Nights are inspired by the legendary Parisian salons - those lively gatherings where artists, thinkers, and dreamers came together to debate, collaborate, and inspire the movements that shaped art and culture. We’re bringing that spirit into the present and rooting it here in Telluride.These are evenings for conversation and connection, not lectures or formal programming. They are casual, open, and intentionally unstructured, designed to create the atmosphere where ideas can collide, new friendships form, and creativity sparks. Imagine an evening where musicians talk with writers, painters meet photographers, filmmakers share stories with ceramicists - and the unexpected happens!Salon Nights celebrate the unique character of Telluride’s creative community and the belief that art thrives when people come together. We invite artists, thinkers, creatives, and anyone who loves the arts to join us. There’s no right way to participate - just come ready to connect, share, and see what unfolds....

Telluride Blues and Brews Festival

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September 18 - September 20, 2026 Search Availability Now:  Search All Rentals The Blues and Brews Festival in Telluride, CO might be toward the end of the summer season, but that doesn’t mean that it isn’t worth your attention. This three day event is known for drawing some of the best performers from the world of blues music, along with great beers from many different local breweries. Sitting back and enjoying a cold beverage while soaking up the scenery and listening to world-class blues music just might be the perfect way to end a summer. Telluride, CO is unique because of the high elevation and true ‘mountain town’ feel that it provides. The city sits at nearly 9,000 feet above sea level, and the San Juan Mountains that form a backdrop for the festival rise to around 14,000 feet. This is truly one of the more impressive settings in all of the country, and your blues music listening career will not be complete without at least one trip to the Blues and Brews Festival in Telluride, CO. Blues and Brews For a lover of blues music, getting the chance to see so many live performances at one venue – and such a beautiful venue, at that – is a rare and exciting opportunity. While the blues music grabs the attention of most visitors, the ‘brews’ part of the festival is not to be overlooked. There will be more than 150 beers available for sampling at the featured Grand Tasting event that takes place on Saturday afternoon. If you work up a hunger while walking around town and sampling great beer, not to worry – there are many excellent restaurants located right within the town of Telluride, CO. At night, the blues festival takes an exciting turn as the performances move up the mountainside to the Mountain Village area. You can take a quick, and scenic, gondola ride up to Mountain Village where you will enjoy more great performances in a setting that is unique to the Telluride, CO area. Nowhere else in the world you will be able to have the same experience that is offered during the Blues and Brews Festival each September in Telluride. If you are hoping to attend this year’s festival, you will need to find a place to stay while you are in town. Telluride Condo Rentals and Management offers a beautiful complex just steps from all of the action during the Blues and Brews Festival.  We offer a variety of sizes in our condo rental choices, so you will be able to select an accommodation that fits the needs of your party perfectly. You will find your lodging to be clean, updated, and comfortable. Coming to the Blues and Brews Festival in Telluride, CO is a great experience that has to be seen to be appreciated – so secure your room today and start looking forward to the trip of a lifetime. For more information, you can visit their website: http://www.tellurideblues.com/...

Telluride Farmers' Market

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The Telluride Farmers' Market provides the highest quality produce, animal products, prepared food and more to the residents of San Miguel County. All of their goods are produced within 100 miles of Telluride, so you can feel good about shopping local....

CRYSTAL FESTIVAL

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September 19 - 20th 2026 - Head to Telluride for the Crystal Festival, an educational and vendor event featuring rocks, minerals, fossils, gemstones, cabochons, and jewelry from around the world. This event will feature mine owners, lapidary artists, geologists, a kid’s corner, jewelry designers, and more....

REHAB SUNDAYS AT THE MOUNTAIN LODGE

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Recover. Refresh. Repeat. Rehab Sundays are your weekly dose of R&R—Telluride style. Lounge poolside with laid-back grooves from Flowmatic & Friends, sip on 50% off sips and bites, and enjoy a Moët & Chill package if you're feeling fancy. They’ve got lawn games, a hydration station, and no appointment needed—walk-ins welcome. Whether you're bouncing back from the mountain or just easing into the week, this is your Sunday sanctuary....

Annual Autumn Classic

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September 24 - September 27 2026 This is the Telluride Autumn Classic. A 3-day festival that takes place amid the spectacular display of the San Juan Mountains’ autumnal foliage. This is where enthusiasts of all makes and models convene for a world-class celebration of automobiles, motorcycles, aircraft, and so much more. Telluride’s public transit and free gondola service provides direct transportation to every event location! Highlights include the Mountain Village Golf Course Concours d’Elegance, the Million Dollar Highway Road Rally, Cool Cars on Colorado car shows, the Regional Airport fly-in, Morning ReVV, live music, cocktail hours, and VIP gatherings. The Telluride Festival of Cars and Colors is a family-friendly festival featuring a variety of social events, tours, shopping, and more. Telluride Autumn Classic...

CORVETTES & COLORS

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Corvettes, and their owners, are invited to celebrate the Rocky Mountain Fall colors, the crisp San Juan Mountain air and Corvettes of all kinds. For three days, September 24 - 27, 2026. Corvettes will descend on the Telluride region and take part in this Corvette-only event. More info here...

Oak Street Park Summer Show

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The Sheridan Opera House’s SHOW Bar has proudly hosted free summer patio shows to keep the arts accessible to all. This year, from June through September, they’re enhancing the series—on the last Thursday of each month, the event will expand to Oak Street Park, featuring bigger bands, cold drinks, and community connection along the alpenglow. Grab your chairs, blankets, and buddies!2026 Schedule: June 25 - Elder Grown July 23 - TBD August 20 - Deltaphonic September 24 - Mariachi San Jose  ...

Telluride Farmers' Market

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The Telluride Farmers' Market provides the highest quality produce, animal products, prepared food and more to the residents of San Miguel County. All of their goods are produced within 100 miles of Telluride, so you can feel good about shopping local....

Mountains to the Desert Classic

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September 26 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm The Mountains to the Desert Classic (M2D)  the primary fundraising event for the Just For Kids Foundation. Join this beloved local ride, beginning in Telluride, Norwood, or Ridgway (new for 2024!) and finishing in Gateway, Colorado. Whether participants choose to ride 110, 103, or 73 miles, they will experience the full Colorado beauty and grandeur of high mountains to desert terrain. From alpine glow and aspen forests to sandstone cliffs and palisades, participate in this iconic ride to support our San Miguel County communities....

REHAB SUNDAYS AT THE MOUNTAIN LODGE

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Recover. Refresh. Repeat. Rehab Sundays are your weekly dose of R&R—Telluride style. Lounge poolside with laid-back grooves from Flowmatic & Friends, sip on 50% off sips and bites, and enjoy a Moët & Chill package if you're feeling fancy. They’ve got lawn games, a hydration station, and no appointment needed—walk-ins welcome. Whether you're bouncing back from the mountain or just easing into the week, this is your Sunday sanctuary....

CORVETTES & COLORS

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Corvettes, and their owners, are invited to celebrate the Rocky Mountain Fall colors, the crisp San Juan Mountain air and Corvettes of all kinds. For three days, September 24 - 27, 2026. Corvettes will descend on the Telluride region and take part in this Corvette-only event. More info here...

Telluride Art Walk

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The Telluride Art Walk is a lively monthly (first Thursday) celebration of art, community, and creativity in downtown Telluride and Mountain Village. Participating venues are open from 5-8pm and host receptions to introduce their new exhibits and artists. Learn more here...

Original Thinkers

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October 1, 2026 - October 4, 2026. This year’s Original Thinkers brings back to Telluride its unique mix of film, speakers, art and performance for a festival unlike any other. Chill, smart and fun, this gathering brings together a wide range of guests who look at life through a different lens, working to bring about change that builds a world that works for everyone. More info here ...

Telluride Farmers' Market

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The Telluride Farmers' Market provides the highest quality produce, animal products, prepared food and more to the residents of San Miguel County. All of their goods are produced within 100 miles of Telluride, so you can feel good about shopping local....

REHAB SUNDAYS AT THE MOUNTAIN LODGE

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Recover. Refresh. Repeat. Rehab Sundays are your weekly dose of R&R—Telluride style. Lounge poolside with laid-back grooves from Flowmatic & Friends, sip on 50% off sips and bites, and enjoy a Moët & Chill package if you're feeling fancy. They’ve got lawn games, a hydration station, and no appointment needed—walk-ins welcome. Whether you're bouncing back from the mountain or just easing into the week, this is your Sunday sanctuary....

Telluride Farmers' Market

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The Telluride Farmers' Market provides the highest quality produce, animal products, prepared food and more to the residents of San Miguel County. All of their goods are produced within 100 miles of Telluride, so you can feel good about shopping local....

Oktoberfest

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The Telluride Conference Center Plaza will transform into a high-alpine Bavarian setting to bring the classic German fall festival tradition to the San Juans. Under a large festival tent, attendees will find long communal tables perfect for sharing authentic Bavarian dishes, including warm pretzels with beer cheese, schnitzel, bratwurst with tangy sauerkraut, and traditional apple strudel. Check website for more info. Oktoberfest...

Salon Nights

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Salon Nights are inspired by the legendary Parisian salons - those lively gatherings where artists, thinkers, and dreamers came together to debate, collaborate, and inspire the movements that shaped art and culture. We’re bringing that spirit into the present and rooting it here in Telluride.These are evenings for conversation and connection, not lectures or formal programming. They are casual, open, and intentionally unstructured, designed to create the atmosphere where ideas can collide, new friendships form, and creativity sparks. Imagine an evening where musicians talk with writers, painters meet photographers, filmmakers share stories with ceramicists - and the unexpected happens!Salon Nights celebrate the unique character of Telluride’s creative community and the belief that art thrives when people come together. We invite artists, thinkers, creatives, and anyone who loves the arts to join us. There’s no right way to participate - just come ready to connect, share, and see what unfolds....

Telluride Horror Show Film Festival

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October 16 - October 18  The Telluride Horror Show is Colorado’s first and longest-running horror film festival. The festival line-up showcases feature films & short films from new and established talent, special programs, guests, and events. If you love horror, then you can’t miss this fest. For three fright-filled days, Colorado’s favorite mountain resort town welcomes fans and filmmakers alike for an array of experiences spotlighting the latest in horror, suspense, thriller, sci-fi, and dark comedy. Popular host venues like the Nugget Theatre, Palm Theatre, and Sheridan Opera House showcase genre films while events like the Ice Cream Social, Pig Roast, Creepy Campfire Tales, and a Horror Trivia Night offer frightfully fun social opportunities. Don’t miss the “Secret Sunday Shows” for surprise screenings of highly-anticipated films!...

Rocky Horror Picture Show

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ROCKY HORROR is back! In honor of the cult classic's 50th Anniversary, Telluride Theatre is doing an encore Shadow Cast performance of this iconic rock-n-roll musical. "Don't dream it... be it."In the age-old tradition of Rocky Horror, local actors will lip-sync the movie onstage as the movie plays behind them!Party starts at 7 p.m., movie starts at 8 p.m. Tickets here ...

Gondola Closes

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October 25 @ 11:30 pm The gondola is closed for maintenance starting at midnight on October 25, 2026 and will re-open for winter at 6:30 a.m. on November 20, 2026....

HALLOWEEN ON THE HILL

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Join the Telluride Historical Museum for Halloween on the Hill. The museum will be hosting games, trick or treating, and even more fun activities!

KOTO ski swap

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November 13 - 15th 2026 Get prepped for the winter season ahead at the annual KOTO Ski Swap at the Wilkinson Public Library. Donate your used skis or purchase new(ish) ones for yourself, buy a discounted ski pass and partake in the annual Freestyle FREE-Ride! ...

Gondola Reopens

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November 20 @ 6:30 am - 12:00 pm

The gondola will re-open for winter at 6:30 a.m. on November 20, 2026.

Thanksgiving

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Thanksgiving.

Telluride Ski Resort Opening Day 2026

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Telluride Ski Resort is scheduled to open on November 27, 2026. Join us for opening weekend with plenty to do on and off the mountain! 

Telluride Arts Holiday Bazaar

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Shop locally made, artisan crafted goods at the annual Holiday Art Bazaar. A local tradition since 1983, The Telluride Arts Holiday Art Bazaar, in collaboration with the Ah Haa School for the Arts, covers all three floors of Ah Haa's Silver Jack Building with creativity and community. Established and emerging artists will be showcasing their talents in mediums from organic candles, stained glass, botanical dyed textiles, handmade pottery, silver jewelry, organic body products, gourmet food, clothing and much more. Friday: 4 - 7 p.m.Saturday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.Sunday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m....

Telluride Arts Holiday Bazaar

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Shop locally made, artisan crafted goods at the annual Holiday Art Bazaar. A local tradition since 1983, The Telluride Arts Holiday Art Bazaar, in collaboration with the Ah Haa School for the Arts, covers all three floors of Ah Haa's Silver Jack Building with creativity and community. Established and emerging artists will be showcasing their talents in mediums from organic candles, stained glass, botanical dyed textiles, handmade pottery, silver jewelry, organic body products, gourmet food, clothing and much more. Friday: 4 - 7 p.m.Saturday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.Sunday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m....

Telluride Arts Holiday Bazaar

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Shop locally made, artisan crafted goods at the annual Holiday Art Bazaar. A local tradition since 1983, The Telluride Arts Holiday Art Bazaar, in collaboration with the Ah Haa School for the Arts, covers all three floors of Ah Haa's Silver Jack Building with creativity and community. Established and emerging artists will be showcasing their talents in mediums from organic candles, stained glass, botanical dyed textiles, handmade pottery, silver jewelry, organic body products, gourmet food, clothing and much more. Friday: 4 - 7 p.m.Saturday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.Sunday: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m....

Telluride Noel Night

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December 09, 2026 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Noel Night marks the beginning of the holiday season with the lighting of the ceremonial Ski Tree, and shopping at local retailers. Participating merchants will offer holiday discounts in store, many throughout the day....

Mountain Village Holiday Prelude

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December 12 @ 12:00 pm - December 13, 2026 @ 4:00 pm Mountain Village is being transformed once again into the North Pole for this year’s Holiday Prelude celebration on Saturday, Dec. 12 and Sunday, Dec. 13, 2026. This year promises a great kick-off to the holiday season with train rides, sitting with Santa, ice skating and children’s holiday surprises around every corner. Holiday Prelude is a collaborative effort between Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association, Town of Mountain Village, Telluride Ski & Golf Company, and local merchants to transform Mountain Village into the regional destination for holiday fun and activities....

CHRISTMAS EVE TORCHLIGHT PARADE

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The Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade will start at the top of the Gondola and head down into the Town of Telluride. Watch as Telluride Ski & Snowboard School instructors meander down the mountain with torches to light up the mountainside. ...

Alpine Chapel Christmas Eve Services

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Join Alpine Chapel for Christmas Eve Services at the Michael D. Palm Theatre. ...

Holiday Burlesque

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Dec 26th, 2026  Tease the season! Holiday Burlesque. Get Tickets here

NEW YEAR'S EVE TORCHLIGHT PARADE & FIREWORKS

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Watch as Telluride Ski and Snowboard School instructors meander down the mountain with torches to light up the mountainside while fireworks light up the sky above. The Torchlight Parade is at 6:30 p.m. in Mountain Village and Telluride. Fireworks begin shortly after the torchlight parade and are best viewed from the Mountain Village core....

Annual Telluride Comedy Festival

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February 11 - February 14, 2027. The Sheridan Arts Foundation and Jeb Berrier present the annual Telluride Comedy Festival at the historic Sheridan Opera House over President’s Day weekend. ...

ArtThrob

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February 13, 2027 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Enjoy an evening full of heart celebrating what the Ah Haa loves most: creativity, community, and cocktails. ArtThrob is the winter gathering full of joy, suprise and artistic discovery! Show your love and share your heart. This year, your participation supports new possibilities and opportunities for Ah Haa’s Youth & Teen programs for kids ages 5-18! At Ah Haa’s Winter Celebration, they will exhibit creative youth art projects, while you will make a fun wearable art piece, hear directly from the enthusiastic students, groove to great music and enjoy delicious craft cocktails and bites! Ah Haa’s Youth & Teen programming impacts and inspires over 1,100 individual students each year – your participation at ArtThrob helps further their mission!...

TAB Student Fashion Show

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February  18 @ 6:00 pm - February 20 @ 10:00 pm Prepare to be amazed by the heart of TAB’s impact: the annual TAB Student Fashion Show! This dynamic event, powered by the leadership and creativity of high school seniors, takes you on an exhilarating 10-week production journey. Led by senior student directors and supported by enthusiastic underclassmen interns, the show evolves each year, showcasing the transformative growth of student leaders within TAB. It’s an inspiring fashion show spectacle that lights up the entire Telluride community!...

TAB Student Fashion Show

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February  18 @ 6:00 pm - February 20 @ 10:00 pm Prepare to be amazed by the heart of TAB’s impact: the annual TAB Student Fashion Show! This dynamic event, powered by the leadership and creativity of high school seniors, takes you on an exhilarating 10-week production journey. Led by senior student directors and supported by enthusiastic underclassmen interns, the show evolves each year, showcasing the transformative growth of student leaders within TAB. It’s an inspiring fashion show spectacle that lights up the entire Telluride community!...

TAB Fashion Show

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February 25 @ 5:00 pm - February 27 @ 5:00 pm Get ready for an unforgettable experience! TAB fashion shows, while still a chic and fun event, fights for a very serious cause and has evolved into a production that rivals New York City’s Fashion Week. With stunning choreography, vibrant music, expert make-up, dramatic sets, incredible models, and, of course, exquisite fashions, it’s a professional and impressive runway extravaganza you won’t want to miss! Join TAB for a night of glamour and impact! Thursday is the Sneak Peek, and the Gala will be held on Friday and Saturday....

Telluride Gay Ski Week

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Telluride Gay Ski Week was founded in 2002. Since then, it has been a week to look forward to for participants and locals alike. Enjoy daily après ski, pool parties, late-night lounge happenings, with events extending well into the morning hours, including the signature White Party and much more.  Telluride Gay Ski Week is a fun filled week of skiing, dancing, parties, and lots of meeting and greeting put on by locals who love the community!...

TELLURIDE SKIJORING

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Telluride Skijoring is a free, family-friendly winter event that brings the high-energy sport of skijoring right to Main Street. Skiers and snowboarders are pulled behind horses down a snow-packed course on East Colorado Avenue, racing through gates, and flying over jumps in an exciting display of horsemanship and athleticism. Across the weekend, spectators can watch novice runs that introduce newcomers to the sport, plus advanced skills demonstrations from seasoned teams, all while enjoying Telluride’s historic downtown and local businesses. The festivities also include a “Best Dressed in the West” winter/western outfit contest, inviting everyone to get involved and celebrate the playful, adventurous spirit that defines Telluride in winter....

Skidola

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The Telluride Foundation, in partnership with the Peter Inglis Avalanche Education Fund (PI Avy Fund), is hosting the annual Skidola, Telluride’s winter uphill race. The Skidola is an open-registration, on-snow uphill race from the Town of Telluride to the San Sophia Ridge. Racers can compete using microspikes, snowshoes, skis, or splitboards.All racers will receive custom Skidola beanies, and prizes will be awarded to the top male and female finishers, best costume, and middle-place racer. This is a family-friendly race, welcoming both competitive racers and those who just want to have fun!All proceeds benefit the PI Avy Fund and its mission to expand avalanche education and backcountry user awareness in the San Juan Mountains....

TELLURIDE SKIJORING

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Telluride Skijoring is a free, family-friendly winter event that brings the high-energy sport of skijoring right to Main Street. Skiers and snowboarders are pulled behind horses down a snow-packed course on East Colorado Avenue, racing through gates, and flying over jumps in an exciting display of horsemanship and athleticism. Across the weekend, spectators can watch novice runs that introduce newcomers to the sport, plus advanced skills demonstrations from seasoned teams, all while enjoying Telluride’s historic downtown and local businesses. The festivities also include a “Best Dressed in the West” winter/western outfit contest, inviting everyone to get involved and celebrate the playful, adventurous spirit that defines Telluride in winter....

SpringSing

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March 19 @ 7:00 pm - March 21, 2027 

The Telluride Choral Society presents their Spring concert.

BURLESQUE SHOW - CHEAP THRILLS

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IT'S THE CLASS OF 2027'S GRADUATION! Come cheer them on! Telluride Theatre's annual fundraiser resurrects the raucous and raunchy variety shows of Telluride’s vaudeville era, featuring dancing, comedy, acrobatics and beautiful local women. CHEAP THRILLS is the “graduation” of the beginning class. Performance, comedy, boylesque and plenty of pasties!  Get tickets...

Cardboard Sled Derby

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One to One Mentoring’s Cardboard Sled Derby kicks off on March 20, 2027 at 10:30 on the Nastar Hill at the base of lift four in Mountain Village. Check in for all sleds is from 9:00-10:00am on the Race Hill. Join dozens of kids as they race down the mountain in hand-made sleds of cardboard, tape and paint. Racers will compete in speed and creativity. In order to participate, racers need to pre-register online. ...

SpringSing

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March 19 @ 7:00 pm - March 21, 2027 

The Telluride Choral Society presents their Spring concert.

BURLESQUE SHOW - CHEAP THRILLS

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IT'S THE CLASS OF 2027'S GRADUATION! Come cheer them on! Telluride Theatre's annual fundraiser resurrects the raucous and raunchy variety shows of Telluride’s vaudeville era, featuring dancing, comedy, acrobatics and beautiful local women. CHEAP THRILLS is the “graduation” of the beginning class. Performance, comedy, boylesque and plenty of pasties!  Get tickets...

SpringSing

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March 19 @ 7:00 pm - March 21, 2027 

The Telluride Choral Society presents their Spring concert.

BURLESQUE SHOW - HOUSE OF SHIMMY SHAKE

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Telluride Theatre's annual fundraiser resurrects the raucous and raunchy variety shows of Telluride’s vaudeville era, featuring dancing, comedy, acrobatics and beautiful local women. New twists on classic themes from 15 YEARS of The House of Shimmy Shake! Get tickets!...

BURLESQUE SHOW - HOUSE OF SHIMMY SHAKE

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Telluride Theatre's annual fundraiser resurrects the raucous and raunchy variety shows of Telluride’s vaudeville era, featuring dancing, comedy, acrobatics and beautiful local women. New twists on classic themes from 15 YEARS of The House of Shimmy Shake! Get tickets!...

BURLESQUE SHOW - HOUSE OF SHIMMY SHAKE

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Telluride Theatre's annual fundraiser resurrects the raucous and raunchy variety shows of Telluride’s vaudeville era, featuring dancing, comedy, acrobatics and beautiful local women. New twists on classic themes from 15 YEARS of The House of Shimmy Shake! Get tickets!...

Koto Spring Street Dance

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April 2, 2027 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Free Celebrate the end of ski season at the KOTO Spring Street Dance. Held on Colorado Ave between Aspen and Fir, the 2027 edition will feature TBD, a cash bar,  a Pink Flamingo Costume Contest. Celebrate the end of ski season with KOTO!...

Telluride Gondola Closes

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April 4  - May 20 2027 The gondola in Telluride, Colorado closes for the winter season on April 4, 2027. The gondola’s winter season runs from November 20, 2026 to April 4, 2027 (closes at midnight) The gondola typically closes for maintenance during the off-season. The off-season in Telluride is the shoulder season between winter and summer, with spring running from the second week of April to mid-May. During this time, many restaurants, businesses, and hotels are also closed....

Telluride Gondola re Opens for Summer

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May 20 2027

Telluride Gondola re opens for Summer 2027.

MountainFilm Festival

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May 26 @ 8:00 am - May 31, 2027 Mountainfilm is a documentary film festival that showcases nonfiction stories about environmental, cultural, climbing, political and social justice issues that matter. Along with exceptional documentaries, the festival goes beyond the film medium by bringing together world-class athletes, change makers and visionary artists for a multi-dimensional celebration of indomitable spirit, aiming to inspire audiences to create a better world...

Telluride Annual Wild West Fest

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The Sheridan Arts Foundation invites you to be a part of one of the most meaningful and exciting festivals of the Telluride community, the annual Wild West Fest. Since 1991, the Sheridan Arts Foundation has raised more than $40,000 each year to bring 40-50 underserved youth from Boys & Girls Clubs from around the country to Telluride for a week of nurturing, child-centered mentorship programs and fascinating cultural experiences as a part of the Chip Allen Mentorship Program (C.A.M.P). Here in Telluride, we enjoy many privileges, and Wild West Fest is a chance to share our community with kids who can really benefit from what it has to offer. This is our chance to open our town and our hearts to kids in need. The goal of the Sheridan Arts Foundation every year is to provide an esteem-building experience for each child that allows them to challenge themselves in a supportive and non-competitive environment....

Telluride Balloon Festival

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June 4 - June 6, 2027 You won’t find many more beautiful places in the world than Telluride in early June. Spring is in full swing, summer is just around the corner – and the air is starting to warm up along with the blooming of flowers against the lush green forests. Because of that great natural backdrop, the annual Telluride Balloon Festival is truly a sight to behold. Gorgeous, colorful hot-air balloons take to the skies for spectators to enjoy safely from the streets of the town below. As the self-proclaimed ‘festival capital of the world’, Telluride is no stranger to a gather of people for a common interest or activity. While the Balloon Festival is one of the smaller festivals throughout the year in Telluride, CO, it offers a unique charm and beauty that sets it apart from the rest. For a peaceful weekend taking in the scenery of southwest Colorado, you will not do better than the Telluride Balloon Festival. This festival is always held on the first weekend of June, and it gets started early both days. Around a dozen balloons will launch right around 7 a.m., assuming the weather cooperates. All you need to do is take a quick step outside of your lodging and you should have a great view of the balloons from anywhere in Telluride. Wind is the enemy of a safe hot-air balloon ride, so gusty conditions can keep the festival grounded until the weather clears. While it is great fun to view the balloons from the ground, some spectators may wish to take a more active role. If you are interested in getting a free ride up in one of the balloons alongside and experienced pilot, you might be able to get that opportunity. In order to volunteer to help with the balloon festival, and therefore have a chance to ride up in one, you need to show up at Town Park around 6 a.m. on one of the days of the festival. You will be assigned to help with a specific balloon, and might even be able to ride up in one for an unparalleled view of the city below. The final night of the festival is reserved for a very exciting display of color and light. Many of the balloons that have been soaring above town will be tethered and on display right on Colorado Avenue. As the sun goes down, the balloons are inflated and the glow from their engines light up the night sky. This display is truly something to behold, and should really be seen up close and personal. For great lodging that will keep you close to the action and only steps from the Balloon Festival itself, look no further than Lodging in Telluride. Our properties are luxurious from start to finish, and will make for a great home away from home while you are in town experiencing the festival. Telluride is a one of a kind place that will keep you busy from sun up to sunset. Book one of our great properties today and make sure you have a spot from which to enjoy the annual Balloon Festival. For more info, you can visit their website: http://www.tellurideballoonfestival.com/ If you plan on attending this event and are in need of a vacation rental home or condo search our available properties. Telluride Vacation Homes....

Telluride Food + Vine

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June 10 - June 13, 2027 Telluride Food + Vine is the area’s premier food and wine weekend, providing the ultimate epicurean experience in Colorado’s most beautiful location. Their goal is to celebrate the beauty and essence of Telluride by gathering over fantastic food and great drink, all while building meaningful relationships with locals and visitors alike.  Tickets are on sale now....

Telluride Bluegrass Festival

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June 17 - June 20, 2027 A festival with over 50 years of rich history, the Telluride Bluegrass Festival occurs late in June each year and is the unofficial kick-off of the summer season. This four day event combines some of the greatest talents in bluegrass music along with some up and coming talent that you will hear first in Telluride. Telluride is the perfect setting for bluegrass music, with the natural surroundings and peaceful atmosphere setting the state for these great performers. One of the things that makes the Telluride Bluegrass Festival such a can’t miss event is the way the performers feel about it. Since it is one of the highlights of their schedule, the performers often turn in sessions that are the best they will ever play. The setting and the crowd have been known to come together and inspire music like you have never heard before. Even if you are not a dedicated bluegrass fan, you will certainly recognize some of the great names that are taking the stage. This festival of great music and camaraderie runs from 10 in the morning until around midnight each day. Over that time, you will be able to enjoy music on multiple stages, sample some great food, and simply soak up the wonderful setting that is Telluride. Whether you are a seasoned bluegrass listener or are fairly new to the genre, you will be instantly captured by the magic that occurs on these stages each June. Bluegrass Festival in Green Telluride Another one of the great things about the Telluride Bluegrass festival is the history of artists being willing to take risks on the stage and create music that they have maybe never even tried before. Since the crowd is so knowledgeable and passionate about bluegrass music, the artists don’t feel as though they are performing for a crowd so much as they are performing for friends. When two or more of the legendary names in bluegrass music get together for a session on the stage, there is literally no telling what could happen next. Of course, if you are going to visit for the Bluegrass Festival, you will need somewhere to stay. Since there is no parking at the festival and you either need to walk or take transit, the ideal lodging is close to the festival grounds where you can just slip on your shoes and stroll over for great music. We have many properties available right within the town that are a perfect spot to call home during the festival. Our accommodations are first rate all the way around, and a great way to relax and rest up for another day out in the Colorado sun soaking up the best bluegrass music in the world. For more info, you can visit their website: http://www.bluegrass.com/telluride/ If you plan on attending this event and are in need of a vacation rental home or condo search our available properties. Telluride Vacation Homes....

Telluride Yoga Festival

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June 24 - 27, 2027 Yoga is an extremely popular activity for both women and men, and there might be no better place to gather and share your love of this exercise than the beautiful surroundings of Telluride. The Yoga Festival is only a few years old, but has developed a reputation for being a world-class gathering of some of the best yoga practitioners in the world. Whether you are an experienced Yoga master with many years of classes under your belt, or a complete beginner, all are welcome at this celebration of nature and fitness. This four day event is centered on, not surprisingly, yoga classes. Attendees of the Yoga Festival can purchases passes for all of the classes during the week, or for just a portion of them. Each day features six great hours of workshops, and you can choose to attend all of them, or just the ones that are appealing to you. With so much to do and see in the town of Telluride, you might be tempted to sneak away from the Yoga Festival for a brief excursion out sightseeing – and no one would blame you! Yoga, Yoga, YOGA! Back at the festival, you will be treated to presentations and classes by some of the top names in the world of yoga. There are over 2 dozen presenters at the Yoga Festival and each brings with them their own special mix of experience and style. You will be sure to broaden your yoga horizons when you have the chance to listen to these great teachers up close and personal. When you return home after this amazing event, you will have more knowledge about the practice of yoga than ever before, and you will feel relaxed and rejuvenated after spending time around these motivational people. Along with the focus on yoga is a dedication to doing something good for our environment. Like so many of the festivals that take place in Telluride, the Yoga Festival is centered on also delivering a message of sustainability and green living along with the yoga component. As a demonstration of that dedication, 25% of the proceeds from the Yoga Festival in Telluride, CO will be donated to a local charity that is focused on protecting the earth. Not only will your attendance teach you more about yoga and allow you to practice with some amazing teachers, but you will be contributing to a worthy cause as well. In order to experience the Yoga Festival to the fullest extent, you will want to find lodging right in the Telluride town itself. Being able to walk to all of the activities and classes during the week will only add to your relaxation and enjoyment. Lodging in Telluride’s accommodations are first class from start to finish, and located conveniently close to all the action. Telluride is meant to be a walking community, and you will be able to experience that lifestyle when you stay with us. For the yoga lover who wants the experience of a lifetime, our Yoga Fest is a can’t-miss opportunity. For more information, you can visit their website: http://tellurideyogafestival.com/...

MusicFest 2027 Telluride Chamber Music

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Come and celebrate MusicFest 2027! The Telluride Chamber is eagerly anticipating this event coming June and July! MusicFest 2027 will offer another chance for Telluride’s music loving community to enjoy performances in private homes and Wilkinson Public Library. ...

Telluride Theatre annual fundraiser The Gala

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Get ready for the one-night/one-of-a-kind Telluride Theatre GALA! Featuring delicious food, craft cocktails, a benefit auction, rollicking casino games & unique entertainment. A fundraiser for Telluride Theatre, promising an unforgettable night at the historic Sheridan Opera House. Dress to impress (western/mining era chic), and prepare for an evening of glamour, games & supporting the arts!Join the Telluride Theatre for their annual fundraiser, The Gala. The evening will include dinner, cocktails, immersive art, performances, live music, and a silent and live auction. Limited seating. 21+...

MusicFest 2027 Telluride Chamber Music

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Come and celebrate MusicFest 2027! The Telluride Chamber is eagerly anticipating this event coming June and July! MusicFest 2027 will offer another chance for Telluride’s music loving community to enjoy performances in private homes and Wilkinson Public Library. ...

MusicFest 2027 Telluride Chamber Music

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Come and celebrate MusicFest 2027! The Telluride Chamber is eagerly anticipating this event coming June and July! MusicFest 2027 will offer another chance for Telluride’s music loving community to enjoy performances in private homes and Wilkinson Public Library. ...

Telluride Plein Air Festival

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June 28 - July 4 2027 Each summer, the Sheridan Arts Foundation hosts 20-25 nationally renowned plein air artists in beautiful Telluride, Colorado for a week of outdoor art. The Telluride Plein Air Festival has become an indispensable part of Telluride’s Independence Day festivities, allowing locals and tourists alike to observe some of the nation’s top plein air artists at work. The festival culminates in a three-day sale, where the artists display the work they have created all week long....

MusicFest 2027 Telluride Chamber Music

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Come and celebrate MusicFest 2027! The Telluride Chamber is eagerly anticipating this event coming June and July! MusicFest 2027 will offer another chance for Telluride’s music loving community to enjoy performances in private homes and Wilkinson Public Library. ...

Red, White & Blues

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July 3 @ 11:00 am - July 4  Free The Town of Mountain Village and Telluride Mountain Village Owners Association are teaming up to offer a fun, free, family-friendly Fourth of July celebration. Stay tuned for 2027 events. Check out website https://townofmountainvillage.com/explore/events/all-events/red-white-blues-fourth-of-july-celebration/...

Telluride 4th of July Parade

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July 4 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm The Telluride 4th of July Parade is the longest running event in the Town’s history. The parade celebrates our country’s independence with kids, dogs, floats – and more – at 11 a.m. with a parade down Colorado Avenue....

Telluride’s 4th of July Celebration

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July 4 @ 10:00 am - 10:00 pm It’s not too early to start planning for 2027. We really do it up here: running races, parade, BBQ, family games in Town Park, airplane flybys, and fireworks. Here’s a breakdown of the day: Rundola The day kicks off with the Telluride Foundation’s Rundola, a recreational foot race to benefit the Telluride Foundation. Participants begin at the base of the gondola in the town of Telluride and finish at the top of the ridge adjacent to the San Sophia gondola mid-station. Get your sweat on for a good cause before the rest of the day’s festivities! Parade The Telluride 4th of July Parade begins at 11 a.m. on historic Main Street and is organized by the Telluride 4th of July Parade Committee.  The sidewalks are packed as locals and visitors cheer for goofy costumes, homemade floats, music, and an airplane fly-over provided by volunteers from the Colorado National Guard. Fireworks As the sun sets over the San Juan Mountains, the town collectively holds its breath for the unbelievable fireworks show. The firefighters shoot off the fireworks just above Town Park making for a display that you can see from almost anywhere in town. Enjoy the show from a blanket in the park, while enjoying a cocktail along Main Street, or from the top of the Gondola! Note that the fireworks are dependent upon the weather conditions. If wildfire danger is high, then it is likely that the town will cancel the fireworks for the safety of everyone in Telluride....

Science of Cocktails

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July 7 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm It’s that time of year – when intriguing experiments with density, sublimation, acoustic integration, and even comestible colloids meet the finest in Telluride’s craft mixology scene during the Pinhead Institute’s annual Science of Cocktails fundraiser. This ages 21+ party will feature three, science-spiked libations (with mocktail options!) created by a local, master mixologist. You will also enjoy appetizers, a silent auction, and feel good knowing your participation helps support STEM education throughout regional, Southwest Colorado....

Telluride Table

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July 8 - 11 2027  Family, whether forged by blood or bond, is the center of community and it all starts at the table. With a meal, with food, with wine. Around the table, we share our joys and our hardships, the good and the bad, the funny, the strange, the important. It all starts at the table. Welcome to Telluride Table, come join us for a meal, for food, for wine, and come share in our community and our family. All are welcome and there is a seat prepared for you....

Hardrock Hundred Mile Endurance Run

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July 9 @ 8:00 am - July 10, 2027 @ 5:00 pm The Hardrock Hundred Mile Endurance Run is an ultramarathon of 102.5 miles in length, plus 33,197 feet of climb and 33,197 feet of descent for a total elevation change of 66,394 feet, at an average elevation of over 11,000 feet. The run is held on a loop course on 4WD roads, dirt trails, and cross country in Southern Colorado’s San Juan Range....

Shakespeare in the Park

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July 16 - July 24 @ 8:00 pm Join us for our annual Shakespeare in the Park with our production TBD  Get tickets here ...

The Ah Haa Ha ha

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July 16 @ 7:00 pm - July 18 @ 11:00 pm The HAHA is a community art event unlike you’ve ever experienced! The HAHA is an immersive artist takeover of the new Ah Haa School for the Arts’ Silver Jack Building in the heart of Telluride. This multi-day celebration of creative chaos spotlights artists from around the globe and around the corner who will be creating new worlds within each classroom....

The Ah Haa Ha ha

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July 16 @ 7:00 pm - July 18 @ 11:00 pm The HAHA is a community art event unlike you’ve ever experienced! The HAHA is an immersive artist takeover of the new Ah Haa School for the Arts’ Silver Jack Building in the heart of Telluride. This multi-day celebration of creative chaos spotlights artists from around the globe and around the corner who will be creating new worlds within each classroom....

The Ah Haa Ha ha

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July 16 @ 7:00 pm - July 18 @ 11:00 pm The HAHA is a community art event unlike you’ve ever experienced! The HAHA is an immersive artist takeover of the new Ah Haa School for the Arts’ Silver Jack Building in the heart of Telluride. This multi-day celebration of creative chaos spotlights artists from around the globe and around the corner who will be creating new worlds within each classroom....

Telluride Baseball Festival

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July 20 - July 26, 2027 The Telluride Baseball Festival is an old fashioned celebration of America. The week features a Telluride Baseball Camp, a Girls Softball Camp and a Mountain Classic Tournament. The camps are designed for ages 5-18 and feature a group of talented instructors and coaches. The week will conclude with the Mountain Classic Baseball Tournament, which teams come to from all over the country....

Telluride Reserve

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A three-day food and wine event in Telluride, Telluride Reserve is an unrivaled exploration of taste and culture featuring chefs, purveyors, winemakers, sommeliers and mixologists. Guests can purchase reserve access for any of the seminars, lunches and dinners, as well as the Grand Tasting, Adieu BBQ and Sunset Industry Welcome. ...

San Miguel Basin Rodeo

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The San Miguel Basin Fair takes place every summer at the San Miguel County Fairgrounds in Norwood. Livestock shows happen through the week and shows happen daily. The Fair Board invites all to come and see the stock, visit with the kids, and also take part in the junior livestock auction. A free barbecue is planned for those who’d like to attend the sale.  The week concludes with the annual rodeo. It's a great time for everyone - kids and adults alike! For Norwood, the fair and rodeo are part of a decades-old tradition, one that celebrates the western way of life, and brings people to town to celebrate that. There will be something for everyone, and the chamber invites you to come out and enjoy yourself. Check it out...

San Miguel Basin Rodeo

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The San Miguel Basin Fair takes place every summer at the San Miguel County Fairgrounds in Norwood. Livestock shows happen through the week and shows happen daily. The Fair Board invites all to come and see the stock, visit with the kids, and also take part in the junior livestock auction. A free barbecue is planned for those who’d like to attend the sale.  The week concludes with the annual rodeo. It's a great time for everyone - kids and adults alike! For Norwood, the fair and rodeo are part of a decades-old tradition, one that celebrates the western way of life, and brings people to town to celebrate that. There will be something for everyone, and the chamber invites you to come out and enjoy yourself. Check it out...

KOTO’s Duck Race

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August 6 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm The Ducks are trained and ready to rumble! KOTO’s Duck Race is happening and there are a ton of excellent prices to be won. Look for the KOTO team slinging ducks weekdays at the Community Table on Main Street while supplies last. Be sure to come watch the ducks “race” down the San Miguel River, Town Park to Carhenge!...

Top Chef and Taste of Telluride

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August 7, 2027 @ 5:30 pm - 11:00 pm Top Chef and Taste of Telluride offers up scrumptious food and creative cocktails, a chef competition, silent auction and more, all to benefit One to One Mentoring, the beloved local nonprofit that empowers young people to achieve their social, emotional and academic potential through professionally supported mentor relationships....

Telluride Jazz Festival

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August 13 - August 14, 2027 50th Anniversary! Some of the best jazz music in all the world is played in the small town of Telluride, CO each summer. Early in August, many of the best jazz musicians from all over the globe come to Telluride to take part in the Annual Telluride Jazz Festival. This tradition has been building for over 40 years, with each festival seemingly better than the one before. The way that the beautiful music combines with the beauty of the nature all around Telluride makes for an experience that simply can’t be described – except to say, you have to come see it for yourself to truly understand. The Telluride Jazz Festival is billed as a celebration of art, music, and culture, and it is easy to see why. Friendly faces are all around when you walk through Telluride’s clean streets, and it is never hard to get in the mood for relaxing and listening to some great music. The festival takes place over three days, with nearly non-stop music for that entire time. The action opens at around 1:00 P.M. on Friday, and runs until nearly 9:00 P.M. on Sunday night. During that time, you will be lucky enough to hear some of the best jazz musicians do what they do best – entertain a live crown with their considerable talent and passion for music. Not that you will want to take a break from the music, but there are plenty of other options for activities in and around Telluride if you wish to. There are great historical sites to see, guided tours for fishing and hiking, and some tasty spots to sample the local fare and enjoy a cold adult beverage. Since the Jazz Festival occurs right at the height of the summer, you are almost sure to enjoy wall to wall sunshine during your stay. The music is intoxicating, but you might not be able to resist the call of the outdoors for at least a quick trip off into nature. Something for Everyone at the Jazz Festival The Telluride Jazz Festival is known around the world for drawing some of the best musicians in the business. You will be hard pressed to find another festival anywhere with such a collection of jazz talent – let alone one that takes place in such a beautiful setting as Telluride. When you are looking to book your lodging for a stay during the Jazz Festival, look no further than Lodging in Telluride. We offer great lodging right within the town of Telluride, and a quick walk into the Jazz Festival grounds. You will be able to put the car in park when you arrive, and leave it that way for the balance of your stay. Telluride is meant to be experienced on foot, and you will have that luxury when you stay with us. Don’t wait another year for the Jazz experience of a lifetime – make your plans to see the Telluride Jazz Festival today. For more information, you can visit their website: http://www.telluridejazz.org/...

Telluride Jazz Festival

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August 13 - August 14, 2027 50th Anniversary! Some of the best jazz music in all the world is played in the small town of Telluride, CO each summer. Early in August, many of the best jazz musicians from all over the globe come to Telluride to take part in the Annual Telluride Jazz Festival. This tradition has been building for over 40 years, with each festival seemingly better than the one before. The way that the beautiful music combines with the beauty of the nature all around Telluride makes for an experience that simply can’t be described – except to say, you have to come see it for yourself to truly understand. The Telluride Jazz Festival is billed as a celebration of art, music, and culture, and it is easy to see why. Friendly faces are all around when you walk through Telluride’s clean streets, and it is never hard to get in the mood for relaxing and listening to some great music. The festival takes place over three days, with nearly non-stop music for that entire time. The action opens at around 1:00 P.M. on Friday, and runs until nearly 9:00 P.M. on Sunday night. During that time, you will be lucky enough to hear some of the best jazz musicians do what they do best – entertain a live crown with their considerable talent and passion for music. Not that you will want to take a break from the music, but there are plenty of other options for activities in and around Telluride if you wish to. There are great historical sites to see, guided tours for fishing and hiking, and some tasty spots to sample the local fare and enjoy a cold adult beverage. Since the Jazz Festival occurs right at the height of the summer, you are almost sure to enjoy wall to wall sunshine during your stay. The music is intoxicating, but you might not be able to resist the call of the outdoors for at least a quick trip off into nature. Something for Everyone at the Jazz Festival The Telluride Jazz Festival is known around the world for drawing some of the best musicians in the business. You will be hard pressed to find another festival anywhere with such a collection of jazz talent – let alone one that takes place in such a beautiful setting as Telluride. When you are looking to book your lodging for a stay during the Jazz Festival, look no further than Lodging in Telluride. We offer great lodging right within the town of Telluride, and a quick walk into the Jazz Festival grounds. You will be able to put the car in park when you arrive, and leave it that way for the balance of your stay. Telluride is meant to be experienced on foot, and you will have that luxury when you stay with us. Don’t wait another year for the Jazz experience of a lifetime – make your plans to see the Telluride Jazz Festival today. For more information, you can visit their website: http://www.telluridejazz.org/...

Telluride Mushroom Festival

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August 18 - August 22, 2027 The mushroom is a fungus that usually spends it time in the background, as an addition to a salad or maybe a topping on a burger. However, for one weekend in Telluride each August, Mushroom Fest takes over and the mushrooms jumps to center stage. From experts in the field of mushrooms, to people who just love to eat and admire these unusual plants, the Telluride Mushroom festival draws the most unique crowd of any of Telluride’s many festivals throughout the year. Mushrooms are complex and there is much to learn about them in order to become an expert in the field. While many mushrooms are delicious and safe to eat, others are highly poisonous to humans. One of the biggest draws of Mushroom Fest are the lectures given by experts in the mushroom field. These professionals who come from all kinds of scientific backgrounds enjoy coming to the Mushroom Festival to soak in the beauty of Telluride and share their love of this fungus. Of course, eating mushrooms is one of the favorite pastimes of many Shroomfest attendees. For that group, there are great cooking classes and demonstrations that take place all weekend long. The cooking demonstrations not only highlight many different uses for mushrooms in your at-home cuisine, but will also introduce you to other kinds of mushrooms that you may not be familiar with. Having an in depth knowledge of different mushroom species is crucial if you are going to be able to integrate mushrooms into your diet more than ever before. Mushroom Festival Another attraction of the Mushroom Festival that combines the passion from ‘shrooms with the natural beauty of Telluride are the nature walks. These guided short hikes will help you to learn how to find and pick wild mushrooms, and how to identify which ones are safe and which may be poisonous. Visitors to the Mushroom Festival love these hikes because they allow for close and personal interaction with some of the experts in the mushroom field, and are a treat under the sunshine of Telluride. If you are lucky enough to able to attend the Mushroom Festival in Telluride, you will be in for an experience that is truly one of a kind. In order to experience everything that this unique weekend has to offer, you will want to stay right in the heart of the action. Lodging with us is a great choice because our complex is located within walking distance of everything you will want to see in Telluride. Not only that, but the rooms we offers are top-notch in terms of both quality and cleanliness. You will feel right at home in any of our accommodations thanks to a warm decorating touch and attention to detail. All summer long, Telluride, CO is a busy place full of tourists and festival goers alike. If you are hoping to attend the upcoming Mushroom Festival, be sure to contact us soon and make your arrangements. Shroomfest is one of a kind – don’t miss it! For more information, you can visit their website: http://www.shroomfest.com/...

Telluride Mountain Run

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August 28-29th @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm The Telluride Mountain Run is a challenging and technical mountain race in the San Juan Mountains above the beautiful historic mining town of Telluride, Colorado. With three challenging and technical routes, runners navigate old mining roads, singletrack and alpine tundra over mountain passes, exposed ridgelines, and high summits. TMR is extremely difficult with big elevation gain at altitudes above 13,000 ft. The focus of the race is the experience: the burn of high elevation, the striking colors of the San Juans, and the reward of finishing right where you started....