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2024 Guide To Telluride Blues & Brews Festival

It's time to plan ahead to have the experience of a lifetime. Of course, like any festival, there's a Main Stage, but it goes way beyond that. There are free yoga sessions, group hikes and bike rides, a 5k fundraiser race, an astonishing array of beer styles to sample, delectable food options, family activities and so much more. Use this guide to navigate the festival weekend and make lasting memories.

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2024 Adventure Giveaway

We’ve teamed up with Sierra Nevada Brewing Company, Tim’s Naturals, White Claw, Tender Belly Bacon, RTIC, 02 Boost and BootDoctors to give away the festival experience of a lifetime along with some fresh gear. Enter below for a chance to win big! All you have to do is get here!

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Limited Friday, Saturday & Sunday Tickets Now Available

Get yours while supplies last. A limited amount of Friday, Saturday and Sunday tickets for the 2024 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival are available now! Get yours and celebrate our 30th anniversary on September 13-15 in beautiful Telluride, Colorado with Gary Clark Jr., Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, Joe Bonamassa and more!

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Single-Day Ticket Release on August 21 at 10 am (MST)

Great news! A limited amount of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday tickets will be released on Wednesday, August 21 at 10 am (MST). Join us for the special 30th year of Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. Our lodging partners are also offering some great last minute lodging deals! It’s the perfect time to plan your trip to Telluride.

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The Kickback Rental Chair Program Is Back!

Kick back and rent a comfy festival chair for the whole weekend! We are proud to bring back the popular chair rental program! Nothing beats the feeling of enjoying the music, food, drinks and scenery from the comfort of your own chair while you relax, stretch out your legs and enjoy the cool mountain air on those hot summer days. Reserve your low-back chairs in advance and pick them up near the Festival entrance. Rentals are available for $70 for the entire weekend. Get yours while supplies last!

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Painter Roger Mason Returns For The Third Time As The Festival Artist

Returning for his third year (2003, 2013, 2024) as the painting artist, Roger Masons present the latest installment for Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. He created the artwork for the 10th, 20th and now the 30th annual posters. If you don’t know the name Roger Mason, you should. You can spot him a mile away, he’s the guy on Telluride's Main Street from time to time standing next to an easel, brandishing brushes, resembling a dressed up Jackson Pollock, with spattered paint all over his denim overalls.

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Food Lineup At The 2024 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival

Fuel your festival cravings with delicious eats and tasty treats! Standout culinary talent and a stunning mountain backdrop ensure a spectacular experience for guests at this year’s festival. The food and beverage lineup features some exciting new vendors along with trusty favorites. Go south of the border with spicy Tex-Mex wraps, take a trip to the Mediterranean with healthy Greek salads, or enjoy Southern fried chicken and traditional BBQ. The vendor menus will have your taste buds going all weekend long.

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Race Through The Box Canyon To Support A Great Organization

Join us on September 14 for the annual Blisters & Brews 5k Fundraiser Race to support the Telluride Adaptive Sports Program in remembrance of dear festival friend Felix Snow. Run, walk or roll your way through a beautiful race course that winds through the Telluride box canyon in support of a great non-profit organization. Through registration fees, donations and the generous support of the Telluride community, we are honored to have been able to raise over $10,000 since the start of the program. We're looking forward to another amazing year of support. Not able to run, but want to support? Non-athletic support donations are also available.

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2024 Festival Yoga Sessions - Relax, Breathe Deep And Decompress

Wake up to liberating, restorative movement in the crisp, refreshing alpine air. Guests of all skill levels are welcome to join a fluid yoga flow and activating breath practice on Saturday and Sunday mornings of the Festival. Nestled in the cozy amphitheater of Elks Park in downtown Telluride, these yoga sessions are a fun and inspiring way to start your festival mornings.

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2024 Bal De Maison: Opening Show With Eric Gales

The opening celebration for the 2024 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival will feature groovy soul, rhythm and blues from Eric Gales. Held at the historic Sheridan Opera House on Thursday, September 12, the Bal de Maison is the perfect way to kick off the festival weekend. The doors open at 8:30 pm and the show starts at 9:00 pm.

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The 2024 Artist Lineup Is Here

As September 13-15 inches a bit closer, the 30th Annual Telluride Blues & Brews Festival reveals the its 2024 artist lineup. The festival returns with a dynamic, well-rounded mix of live blues, funk, indie, rock, jam band, gospel and soul performances featuring Gary Clark Jr., Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, Joe Bonamassa, JJ Grey & Mofro, Neal Francis, Tab Benoit and many more. The complete list of announced artists is included below. To explore, watch and listen to the artists, click here. To explore, watch and listen to the artists, click here.

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2024 Artist Lineup Playlist

Now streaming! We've curated a Spotify playlist featuring the 2024 artist lineup for your listening pleasure! Enjoy the best of the blues from Gary Clark Jr., Ben Harper & the Innocent Criminals, Joe Bonamassa, JJ Grey & Mofo, Tab Benoit, Samantha Fish and more along with funky new singles from Neal Francis, Hiss Golden Messenger, Eddie Roberts & The Lucky Strokes and many more. Dive deeper and discover hidden gems from up-and-coming artists like Taj Farrant, Danielle Ponder, Zach Person, Grace Bowers and many more. Tune in, turn up the volume and let the music take your mind away to the beautiful town of Telluride! All of these great artists will converge on the Telluride Town Park stage this September 13-15.

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Save 25% On All Festival Posters

Looking for that meaningful holiday gift? We’ve got you covered. Take home a piece of music history. Shop at the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival 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 Blues & Brews Festival posters are a great way to spark nostalgia and memories from your favorite festival years!

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Book Your Lodging Early for the 2024 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival

Big thanks to everyone who joined us for the 2023 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival! We’re looking forward to doing it again next year on September 13-15, 2024. Lodging in Telluride fills up quick and the best way to secure yours is to book early! From accommodations with intimate Victorian settings or modern design elements there’s a variety of lodging options available.

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2023 Tasting Session Beer Styles

The Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is excited to announce the 70+ styles of craft beer that will be poured at this year’s Tasting Sessions as part of the new Brewer Showcase. From easy drinking pilsners and classic IPAs to big, barrel aged stouts, the eclectic variety from these 23 brewers will satisfy every kind of beer drinker, from casual fans to enthusiasts.

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Announcing The 2023 House of Brews Beer Styles

The House Of Brews (HOB) Bar returns this year with local, regional and national breweries showcasing their best suds. Located adjacent to the merch tent and main entrance, the HOB gives attendees a chance to enjoy a wide selection of beers while catching all of the action on the Main Stage.

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Survive And Thrive Guide For The 2023 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival

Congratulations! You've secured your tickets for the 29th Annual Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. Now that you're all set, it's time to plan ahead to have the experience of a lifetime. Of course, like any festival, there's a Main Stage, but here in Telluride, it goes way beyond that. Prepare to be captivated by life-changing performances from over 30 artists spread across multiple stages along with free yoga sessions, a 5k fundraiser race, an astonishing array of beer styles to sample, delectable food from top-notch vendors, ample outdoor recreation options, family activities and so much more to heighten your enjoyment. To ensure you make the most of your time, we have meticulously curated a guide with expert advice to navigate the festival weekend and make lasting memories.

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Free Video Livestream Of The 2023 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival

Exciting news for those who can’t make it to the 2023 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival! We are thrilled to announce a free video livestream of the performances on the main stage. Viewers far and wide can tune in and watch the shows along with on-air artist interviews from our friends at KOTO Community Radio. The livestream is free, but if you dig the show, please consider donating to our non-profit partners.

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Opening Celebration At Telluride Arts HQ With Rob Gonzo

Telluride Arts, Rob Gonzo, and Disco Swell Custom Hats are hosting an art party to celebrate the start of the 29th Telluride Blues and Brews Festival on Thursday, September 14 from 6-8 pm at Telluride Arts HQ. The party will feature live music from DJ Koko Love, hors d'oeuvres and a bar with beer, wine and cocktails.

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Download The Daily Schedules To Your Phone

We're reducing our carbon footprint and are not printing program guides this year. Download the schedules to your phone so you’ll have them handy in case service is bad in Town Park. Save the schedules and create your own personalized itinerary and plan your days in advance.

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