Fuel your Telluride Jazz Festival weekend with delicious eats from local and festival favorites. From tacos and gyros to pizza, crepes, plant-based dishes, and sweet treats, explore the 2026 food vendors serving up something for every appetite in Town Park.
Explore Telluride beyond the music with complimentary Historical Walking Tours on Saturday, August 9. Discover Victorian architecture, mining history, Butch Cassidy lore, and more with local guide Ashley Boling.
Discover the beverage lineup awaiting you at the 2026 Telluride Jazz Festival, featuring premium spirits, Pacific Northwest wines, craft beer favorites, and refreshing canned cocktails inside Telluride Town Park.
Experience Telluride Jazz Festival like a pro. From wristband pickup and mountain weather tips to Jazz After Dark and can't-miss experiences, here's everything first-time attendees should know before heading to Town Park.
Heading to Telluride for Jazz Festival weekend? Read our 2026 Know Before You Go guide for everything you need to know before arriving, including ticket and wristband information, camping and lodging options, parking, accessibility, what to bring, and festival amenities. Plan ahead and get ready for two unforgettable days of music in the mountains on August 7–8.
Experience a new 2026 Telluride Jazz Festival pop-up featuring longtime festival photographer Andrew Rios. Explore a curated collection of iconic music photography and vinyl pairings that bring unforgettable live performances to life through art and sound.
Upgrade your festival weekend with the Telluride Jazz Festival VIP Experience. Enjoy stage-front seating, complimentary happy hours, exclusive lounge access, priority entry, upscale amenities, and more—all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Telluride.
We’re excited to unveil the craft vendor lineup for the 2026 Telluride Jazz Festival. Shopping is a beloved part of the festival — a chance to discover one-of-a-kind goods, meet local makers, and take home a piece of Telluride. Browse handmade jewelry, artisanal goods, unique clothing, and mountain-inspired art while you soak up the music, food, and festival atmosphere. Come for the tunes, stay for the treasures.
Time is running out to lock in the lowest ticket prices for the 2026 Telluride Jazz Festival. Tier 1 pricing ends tomorrow, so this is your last chance to save before ticket prices increase. Join us August 7–8 in the heart of the San Juan Mountains for an unforgettable weekend of world-class jazz, incredible performances, and the one-of-a-kind Telluride experience. Secure your tickets today and save before prices go up.
Extend your Telluride Jazz Festival weekend with the new Jazz Brunch on Sunday, August 9. Enjoy a relaxed morning at Reflection Plaza in Mountain Village featuring mountain views and a delicious menu from The Timber Room.
Start your Telluride Jazz Festival weekend with a free Opening Show featuring Soundhouse Quintet on Thursday, August 6, from 5–7 PM at Reflection Plaza in Mountain Village. Enjoy live music, mountain views, and drinks from the Timber Room before the festival begins.
Raise a glass to the new Society Club experience at the 2026 Telluride Jazz Festival. Enjoy an exclusive menu of handcrafted cocktails created by Certified Sommelier and Festival Mixologist Andrés Vargas-Johnson, featuring premium spirits, fresh ingredients, and signature recipes available exclusively to Society Club guests.
Experience Telluride Jazz Festival from a new perspective with The Society Club — an elevated festival experience featuring an exclusive on-stage viewing platform, chef-driven cuisine, live cooking experiences, premium hospitality, and unforgettable moments surrounded by the beauty of Telluride. Discover the culinary artistry behind the Stage Cooking Experience with Chef Will Nolan.
Meet the seven extraordinary young musicians selected for the 2026 Telluride Student All-Star Jazz Ensemble. Through mentorship, collaboration, and performance, these rising artists represent the future of jazz.
Less than 40 days until Telluride Jazz Festival returns to Town Park. Discover what makes camping in the mountains part of the experience, plus what to pack for a high-altitude weekend of world-class music in Telluride.
We’re excited to welcome two more incredible artists to the 2026 lineup: Julian “J3PO” Pollack Trio and Hooligans Brass Band. From forward-thinking jazz fusion and electronic textures to the joyful spirit of a New Orleans brass parade, these additions bring even more energy, creativity, and musical diversity to the mountains this August.
2026 chair rentals are now open! Reserve your low-back chairs in advance and pick them up near the main gate entrance. Stretch out your legs and enjoy the music, food, drinks and scenery. Bring a tarp and a shade tent to create a picnic and elevate your festival vibe! Having a cool, comfy spot to relax is the best way to enjoy full days of music in Town Park. Rentals are available for only $50 for the entire weekend. Get yours while supplies last!
The after-hours shows at Telluride Jazz Festival are where the weekend really comes alive. Late-night funk, deep-pocket soul, and jazz jams at intimate rooms and high-energy spaces all over town. This is where crowds get closer and the music hits a little differently. Don’t make the mistake of calling it a night early! The after-hours are where the festival turns from great to unforgettable. Get ready to stay out later than you meant to.
Now streaming! We've curated a Spotify and YouTube playlist featuring the full 2026 artist lineup for your enjoyment. Listen to improvisational jam with The Disco Biscuits, jazz from Endea Owens & The Cookout and Theo Croker, funky jazz with nods to legendary artists from Don Was & The Pan Detroit Ensemble and Lettuce, soul and gospel from Robert Randolph, cinematic Latin from Adrian Quesada's Trio Asesino and so much more.
Two-day, two-stage immersive format is headlined by The Disco Biscuits, Lettuce, Don Was & The Pan Detroit Ensemble, Robert Randolph on the Main Stage with jazz standouts Endea Owens & The Cookout and Theo Croker highlighting the new Foundation Stage.
Get ready for two unforgettable days of music, magic, and mountain vibes! The 2026 Telluride Jazz Festival returns August 7–8 with two stages, nonstop performances, Jazz After Dark, a Second Line Parade, and all your favorite festival traditions—plus some exciting new surprises. Mark your calendars!
25% off the entire store. Our biggest merch sale of the season is here. Enjoy 25% off the full Telluride Blues & Brews Festival store now through December 12. Stock up on fan favorites including t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats, beanies, socks and more—perfect for holiday gifting or treating yourself. Use code JAZZ2026 at checkout for discount.
What a weekend! The 48th Telluride Jazz Festival was pure magic — from unforgettable performances to those perfect mountain sunsets, every moment felt like one for the memory books. As the last notes of music drift away, our hearts are full of gratitude. To our incredible volunteers, dedicated staff, generous partners, talented artists, and most importantly, YOU — our fans and festival family — thank you for making this year one we’ll never forget. We can’t wait to do it all again, August 7–9, 2026. Tickets go on sale this winter. See you back in the mountains!
Can’t make it to the Telluride Jazz Festival in person? Tune in online or on radio FM at 91.7, 89.3, 100.3, 105.3. The Telluride Jazz Festival is excited to partner with KOTO Community Radio to broadcast artist performances from the Main Stage. Packed with exciting music and interviews from some of the festival’s hottest artists, you won’t want to miss this. Tune in, close your eyes and let the sounds of Jazz take you away to Telluride Jazz Festival.
With the final additions and finishing touches, we are excited to present the complete list of wine at the 2025 Telluride Jazz Festival. From full-bodied reds with bold flavors to dry, zesty whites with a smooth finish, the 2025 wine list has something for every kind of wine enthusiast. Cheers to an unforgettable celebration of music, taste, and enjoyment!
The Telluride Jazz Festival is thrilled to kick off three days of incredible live music with a free performance by the Voodoo Orchestra on Thursday, August 7, from 5–7 PM. Named the nation’s top young blues and swing band by DownBeat Magazine, the Voodoo Orchestra will have you dancin' in the aisles
Win the Ultimate VIP Getaway to the Telluride Jazz Festival! Imagine world-class jazz echoing through the breathtaking San Juan Mountains, luxury lodging steps from the stage, and three unforgettable days of music, adventure, and mountain magic. This could be your summer story—on us. We’re giving away 2 VIP Tickets + Lodging for the 48th Annual Telluride Jazz Festival, August 8–10, 2025. All you have to do is get yourself to Telluride—we’ll take care of the rest. But hurry—entries close Friday, July 25 at 5 PM (MDT)!
We’re excited to Announce photographer and artist Michael Weintrob will host an exhibit at the 2025 Telluride Jazz Festival Weintrob has served as house photographer for many renowned venues, festivals and artists for over a decade. He is more recently known for his award-winning INSTRUMENTHEAD book and live discussions. Check out his INSTRUMENTHEAD collection, works of art and talk music with him at the INSTRUMENTHEAD pop-up mobile studio throughout the festival in the GA area with special pop-ups in the VIP Lounge.
The original artwork behind the commemorative poster is now on auction! Proceeds benefit the Telluride Society for Jazz. If you love the artwork, bid online to take home this one-of-a-kind original painting by one of the most promising artists working today. Bid on the piece online here, or on-site at the festival's merchandise tent and Patron concierge station until Sunday, August 10 at 6 pm. The piece is valued at $4,500, and the starting bid will be $3,000.
We are excited to announce that Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s Karl Hunter will join the Voodoo Orchestra at the Telluride Jazz Festival for a special collaborative performance on the Main Stage on Saturday, August 9.
