In addition to world class music on the Main Stage, the Telluride Jazz Festival has plenty of events to keep you entertained. From interactive artist performances on the Society Stage, free morning Yoga Sessions, a New Orleans 2nd Line Parade down Main Street, to a kids area and so much more, there's something for everyone.
Jazz On Main
Thursday at 4 - 6 pm (Downtown Telluride)
To kick off the festival, Thursday evening, features “Jazz On Main” in historic Downtown Telluride. Free and open to the public from 4-6 pm, the "Jazz On Main" series will feature five different venues with live jazz to kick off the weekend: Ellinoff Gallery, Floradora, Telluride Arts HQ, La Cocina Patio, and The Madeline Hotel.
Opening Concert
Thursday - Doors at 8:30 Show at 9 pm (Sheridan Opera House)
The Patron Experience features a private opening concert with Sexmob at the historic Sheridan Opera House the night before the festival begins.
Set in the heart of downtown Telluride, the opening concert is part of the Patron Experience which treats pass-holders to top-of-the-line festival amenities making for a truly elegant and memorable experience. For more info, click here.
Society Stage
Daily programming Friday - Sunday at Elks Park
These intimate and interactive performances with world class musicians aim to further our mission of providing student education through music. All shows on the Society Stage are free and open to the public.
The Society Stage is brought to you by the generous support from the Dalton Family Foundation, Dworbell Inc., the Raynier Institute & Foundation, The Telluride Foundation and Telluride's Commission for Community Assistance, Arts, and Special Events (CCAASE).
Jazz After Dark
Friday and Saturday at 10 pm (Late Night Clubs)
On Friday and Saturday nights, after the festival ends in Town Park, we continue the music with “Jazz After Dark” shows located in various venues throughout Telluride. One pass allows entry into three different shows!
Jazz After Dark passes allow access to all venues for the night purchased. Be aware, Jazz After Dark passes do not guarantee entry to the show, all venues are first come, first served and based on the capacity of each venue. As they fill up, we direct you to which Jazz After Dark venues are not full. As the night goes on, crowds at the Jazz After Dark tend to rotate, so even if you can't catch the start of the band you want to see, there's a good chance you can catch the last half of their show. So, if there is one particular band you really want to see, get in line early for the show! After the shows begin, entry is dependent on capacity.
The Patron Pass includes entry into all Jazz After Dark Shows and priority early entry. To explore the Jazz After Dark schedule, click here.
Please note, all venues are limited to ages 21 and over, with the exception of the Sheridan Opera House.
First Note Yoga
Saturday and Sunday at 8:30 am (Elks Park)
Start your morning off right! Enjoy a fluid yoga flow, activating breath practice, liberating movement and playful exercises to discover new realms of embodied pleasure. Guests of all skill levels are welcome to join us on Saturday and Sunday mornings during the Festival weekend. Participation is free, no registration required. Click here for more details.
What to Bring: Water, Yoga Mat, Towel and Active Wear (Come with or without - these items are not mandatory to join in the class)
Historical Walking Tour
Tour 1 - Saturday from 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM (Downtown Telluride)
Tour 2 - Saturday from 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM (Downtown Telluride)
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. Click here to learn more.
Walking Tour registrations are free; however, space is limited. Be sure to sign up early!
Morning Jam
Saturday and Sunday at 9 am (Telluride Arts HQ)
Start your Telluride Jazz Festival mornings off with pleasant live jazz music at the Transfer Warehouse. Morning Jam will offer a jazzy wake up to a full day of music on Saturday and Sunday of the Festival. Attendees can enjoy performances led by students from Caleb Chapman’s in the heart of downtown Telluride.
Any and all musicians are welcome and encouraged to join in on the jam for an improvisational performance to get their day swinging. The jam will be will be first-come-first-play, with a sign up sheet. The music jams will go from 9-10 am on both Saturday and Sunday. The event is free and open to the public.
New Orleans 2nd Line Parade
Sunday at 12 pm (Main Street)
Second Line Parades are a New Orleans tradition. Brass-bands take to the street, play and march. Onlookers who followed along to enjoy the music were known as the second line.
Join the Hooligans Brass Band along with Festival staff, attendees, and festival artists for a Second Line Parade down Main Street all the way to Telluride Town Park on Sunday, August 13.
Everyone is welcome! Colorful floats, costumes, beads and decorations are all welcome as attendees join in on the march through town.
The parade starts at 12 pm from Elks Park.
Kids Activities
Not just for adults, kids of all ages can enjoy the Telluride Jazz Festival! With student performances, a kids area and interactive activities in laid-back atmosphere, the Festival is a perfect event for families.
Living Folklore will have stilt-walkers and giant puppets to add ambiance to the festival experience! Be sure to get your picture taken with these magnificent creations under the backdrop of the Telluride Mountains as they periodically stroll the festival grounds throughout the weekend.
Arts, Crafts & Costume Making
Sunday August 13 from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Leading up to the Parade on Main Street, the Wilkinson Public Library will host a complimentary kids program from 11:00 am - 12 pm, with costume-making and face painting. All materials are provided for attending families.
The Final Waltz
Sunday at 9:30 pm (Sheridan Opera House)
Doors at 9:00 pm
The Telluride Jazz Festival concludes on Sunday, August 13 with a special performance from New Breed Brass Band. Join us for this energetic show in what is sure to be a memorable way to end the 2023 Telluride Jazz Festival. Click here to get tickets.