Sip, Taste & Shop: Announcing the 2023 Vendors for Telluride Blues & Brews Festival

Standout culinary talent, extraordinary beverages, handmade crafts and a stunning mountain backdrop ensure a spectacular experience for guests at this year’s festival. The 2023 food, beverage and shopping lineup features some exciting, fresh, new vendors along with trusty fan favorites. Go south of the border with Tex-Mex wraps, take a trip to the Mediterranean with healthy Greek salads, or enjoy some classic southern fried chicken and traditional BBQ. The tasty food vendor menus will keep your taste buds satisfied all weekend long. The delectable food options will keep your taste buds satisfied all weekend long while you shop and explore the craft booths for jewelry, clothing and keepsakes. Discover all of the vendors below and prepare for an incredible weekend of fun in the mountains!

Looking For Sold Out Tickets? The 2023 Lyte Ticket Exchange Has Got You Covered

We’ve partnered with Lyte to give our attendees an official way to get or return passes after they sell out! This is a fan-to-fan exchange that eliminates the worries of purchasing a fraudulent ticket from a scalper, Craigs List or third party like Stub Hub. Looking for sold out tickets? Request a ticket now and as soon as tickets are available, Lyte will complete your purchase automatically at the price offered, with no hidden fees. You will only be charged if Lyte finds you tickets. Bought tickets and can’t make it to the Festival? We know that plans change. Return your ticket to Lyte and receive a fair market offer. Lyte will then re-sell your ticket to another Telluride Blues & Brews Festival fan

Raise a Mug! Craft Breweries Announced For 2023 Brewers Showcase

The Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is excited to share the brewery lineup for the 2023 Brewers Showcase! From local and regional favorites, to national treasures, the Brewers Showcase will offer many opportunities to sample the finest beer craftsmanship, while interacting will brewery representatives.

Join The Outside Group Hike And Discover The Epic Scenery Of Telluride

Kick your Sunday morning into high gear! Join other festival-goers on a brisk but leisurely hike on one of Telluride’s most popular trails up to the beautiful Bear Creek Waterfall. Hosted by Festival partner Outside, the group hike begins on Sunday, September 17 at 9:00 am from the Outside booth inside the festival grounds. The group will access the trail from the end of South Pine Street and enjoy a steady 2-mile climb leading up to the falls. Hikers should plan for approximately 1 hour to reach the falls. Team members from Outside will be on-site to answer questions about hiking, gear and more. They’ll also offering demo gear to try out and giving away free swag! For more info, make sure to stop by their booth inside the festival.

Experience The Endless Miles Of Off-Road Trails With Revel Bikes Rides And Demos

Try out some of the best full-suspension mountain bikes and singletrack trails in the world. Explore the epic scenery and unique terrain around Telluride alongside our friends at Revel Bikes! Join their team for mountain bike rides in the refreshing morning air on the endless miles of singletrack trails that have made our town a world-class mountain biking destination. But first, stop by their booth in the Festival grounds to check out their new bike fleet and sign up for a demo.

Race Through The Telluride Box Canyon And Raise Money For Telluride Adaptive Sports Program

"Run, Walk and Roll" - Blisters & Brews is a 5k Fundraiser Race on the morning of Saturday, September 16, giving attendees the opportunity to exercise before the Festival even starts. The 5k Race will raise money for the Telluride Adaptive Sports Program in remembrance of dear festival friend Felix Snow. Through registration fees, donations and the generous support of the Telluride community, we were honored to be able to raise over $7,500 for the Telluride Adaptive Ski Program since the start of the program. We're looking forward to another amazing year of support. Don't want to run, but want to support? Non-athletic support donations are also available.

Relax, Breathe Deep And Decompress At The Blues & Brews Yoga Sessions

Namasté! Relax, breathe deep and decompress at the free Blues & Brews Yoga Sessions. Wake up to liberating, restorative movement in the crisp, refreshing mountain air. Guided by professional instructor Annika Kristiansen, the smooth yoga flow is designed to improve your health, performance, and overall well being. The class blends playful exercises of balance and strength with flexibility and power in a welcoming format. Kristiansen’s practice and teachings of being and seeing that she enthusiastically shares with her students extend beyond the mat. 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.

2023 Blues & Brews Late Night Shows

The music continues long after the sun sets!

The nightlife in Telluride is a thriving scene built on a strong, musically-charged local culture and there’s plenty to experience each night of the festival. Thursday’s kick-off includes the exclusive Bal De Maison Opening Show at the Sheridan Opera House. After the music ends in the park, the festival scene moves into various venues across the town of Telluride. Friday and Saturday evening hosts four different “Juke Joint” shows each night showcasing an assortment of artists up close and personal and a stand-up comedy venue. Sunday the festival concludes with the celebrated Fais Do-Do Closing Show. Dive into the full late night schedule below.

Yoga, Bike Rides, 5k Race And So Much More - Explore The Outdoors At Blues & Brews

Decompress at morning Yoga Sessions or run in the Blisters & Blues 5k Race — all before you even enter the park! Telluride has something for everyone needing to scratch their outdoor itch! The morning offers it all, whether it’s taking time to unwind in Elks Park for Yoga Flow, or running a 5k race — we want you to revel in the opportunities awaiting in our Box Canyon. Join us and our friends from Outside, Revel Bikes, Boot Doctors and the Telluride Adaptive Sports program to enjoy the outdoors each morning before the festival.

2023 Telluride Blues Challenge Entries Are Open

Calling all musicians, play your way to the Main Stage of the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival! Through a partnership with Telluride Music Company and Telluride Blues Society, we are excited to present the 2023 Telluride Blues Challenge - an annual competition providing an opportunity to talented, up-and-coming blues artists to advance their professional career and play the Telluride Blues & Brews Main Stage!

2023 Limited Edition Souvenir Keepsake

To commemorate our 29th year, Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is proud to present a limited edition souvenir laminate. Inspired by traditional festival badges, the laminate features the poster artwork on the front, with the festival schedule on the back. Add a special collector's item to your order and take home a piece of history! Wear the festival schedule and get them signed by the artists for a personal touch.

2023 Tickets On Sale Now

Tickets for the 29th Annual Telluride Blues & Brews Festival on September 15-17, 2023 are on sale now!

Nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountains, the festival boasts three days of music, comedy, craft beer and outdoor activities in the iconic Telluride Town Park set against a backdrop of stunning 13,000-foot mountain peaks. Limited quantities are available, don't miss out!

Steve GumbleMarch 15, 2023Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, Telluride, Colorado, Music, Live Music, Festival, Music Festival, 2023

The 2023 Artist Lineup Is Here

As September 15-17 inches just a bit closer, the 29th Annual Telluride Blues & Brews Festival reveals its 2023 artist lineup. The festival returns with a dynamic, well-rounded mix of live blues, funk, indie, rock, gospel and soul performances featuring Bonnie Raitt, The Roots, The Revivalists, The Word (featuring: Luther Dickinson, Cody Dickinson, Robert Randolph, John Medeski & Rayfield 'Ray Ray' Holloman), The Robert Cray Band, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram and many more. The complete list of announced artists is included below. To explore, watch and listen to the artists, click here.

2023 Artist Lineup Playlist

Now streaming! We've curated a Spotify playlist featuring the 2023 artist lineup for your listening pleasure! Enjoy classic hits from Bonnie Raitt, The Roots and The Robert Cray Band along with new singles from The The Revivalists, Christone "Kingfish" Ingram, The Teskey Brothers, The Record Company and many more. Dive deeper and discover hidden gems from up-and-coming artists. 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 15-17.

Local Pre-Sale for Passes On Tuesday, March 14

Attention Telluride Locals looking to buy Passes for the 2023 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival! This year, we will be holding a Local Pre-Sale for you to get your 3-Day, VIP and Single Day Passes on Tuesday, March 14. This Local Pre-Sale will be held from noon until tickets run out (supplies are very limited), at a pop-up box office at the Sheridan SHOW Bar located at 110 N Oak St. There is a limit of two VIP Passes, six 3-Day and Single Day Passes per order and sales are limited to credit/debit cards only. All other tickets and the VIP Passes not sold during the Local Pre-Sale will be available online on March 15 at 10 am (MT). Make your plans now!

2023 Ticket Guide - Build Your Perfect Festival Experience

Mark your calendars and start planning for the festival trip of a lifetime! The Festival offers a variety of pass options to build your perfect experience. From luxurious VIP and Super VIP experiences to Regular GA 3-Day Passes and Camping, there's something for everyone. The pass benefits are displayed below to compare the experiences side-by-side and find out which experience suits you best.

Steve GumbleJanuary 19, 20232023, Telluride, Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, Colorado, Music, Live Music, Festival, Music Festival, Camping

Black Friday Sale - Save 25% On Entire Festival Store

Looking for that meaningful gift? We've got you covered. Take 25% off the entire Telluride Blues & Brews Festival store starting now through December 9. Shop our Black Friday Sale for t-shirts, socks, hats, beanies, sweatshirts and more to save big! All items have been discounted, no promo code necessary.

Steve GumbleNovember 25, 2022Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, Telluride, Colorado, Black Friday, Sale, Shop, Holidays, Shopping, 2022

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!

Thank You For An Amazing 2022 Festival

What a way to close out a phenomenal weekend. We are overwhelmed by the support from our festival community. From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU for all of your support, kind words, cooperation and patience during this past year. Thank you to all of the artists, staff, partners, vendors, volunteers, breweries and most importantly the loyal attendees that have made this unique event so special for 28 years. Without you it would not be possible, and your dedication gives us a deep appreciation for the amazing community that makes this weekend so amazing.

Steve GumbleSeptember 27, 2022Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, Telluride, Colorado, Music, Music Festival, Live Music, 2022

2022 Telluride Blues Challenge Winner: Joe Waters

Congratulations to the winner of the 2022 Telluride Blues Challenge - Joe Waters competed against five other finalists at the Telluride Blues Challenge on Saturday, September 17 and won a premium Martin guitar provided by Telluride Music Company, two performances at this year's and next year's Telluride Blues & Brews Festival, a spot on the 2023 Durango Blues Train and more!

Steve GumbleSeptember 26, 20222022, Joe Waters