Culinary Experience

General Admission Food Vendors

Savory, mouthwatering food menus to keep your taste buds satisfied all weekend long.

From delicious wraps, pizza, warm coffee and vegan options, the tasty food vendor menus will keep your taste buds satisfied all weekend long. Gluten-free? Vegan or vegetarian? No problem! Explore our food vendor selection and enjoy delicious food options throughout the festival. The 2024 food vendor menus will be announced in the coming months.

Patron Experience

A sensational 'Tour De Food' presented by chef Josh Klein

Putting an emphasis on high quality, locally-sourced and fresh ingredients, the Patron Experience features an eclectic food menu served in a cozy, covered Patron Lounge located backstage at the festival and an Opening Reception, “Dessert & Champagne”.

Welcome Reception, Thursday, August 12

Start your weekend off in style at the “Dessert & Champagne” Patron Opening Reception on Thursday, August 8. Patron pass-holders will be greeted to a host of culinary delights, along with live music from Telluride Student All-Stars Jazz Ensemble educator, Josh Quinlan. Throughout the evening, pass-holders will sample a variety of sweet treats and bubbles and have a chance to meet members of the Telluride Society For Jazz Board Of Directors. The reception will be followed by a special Opening Concert at the Sheridan Opera House.

Festival Weekend Dining, August 9-11

Backstage Dining Alongside Artists

Prepare yourself for a mouth watering culinary experience! Renowned Telluride Chef Will Nolan has curated a top-tier food experience for Patron pass-holders. As a well-known name in the local restaurant scene, Nolan is poised to offer superior cuisine to patron pass-holders. The result is sure to be a dining experience unlike any other, with quality ingredients, expert preparation, and a chef-driven focus on healthy and flavorful food. The Patron experience is nothing short of exceptional. Trust us, this is exclusive world class luxury that you don’t want to miss!