NEWS
The day is finally here! Tickets for the Telluride Jazz Festival are on sale now. A variety of options offer the ability to customize your perfect experience. From luxurious Patron and VIP options to the regular GA options, there's something for everyone. Click here to see the benefits of each pass and compare side-by-side to find out which experience suits you best. Don't miss out! Limited quantities are available while supplies last.
As the summer season in the world-famous mountain town of Telluride, Colorado begins to approach, the Telluride Jazz Festival reveals its artist lineup for this year. Set on August 8-10, 2025, the festival presents a diverse mix of live jazz, funk and soul performances featuring Kamasi Washington, Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, Cimafunk, BTTRFLY Quintet, BALTHVS, Kokoroko, Parlor Greens, Brass Queens and many more. The complete list of announced artists is listed below. To see the full lineup, click here.
Now streaming! We've curated a Spotify playlist featuring the full 2025 artist lineup for your enjoyment. Listen to the best in contemporary jazz featuring Kamasi Washington and Kokoroko, New Orleans Jazz from Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and Brass Queens, upbeat funk and groove from Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, Cimafunk, BTTRFLY Quintet and BALTHVS, along with soul from Parlor Greens and Joslyn & The Sweet Compression and many more.
The Telluride Jazz Festival returns for its 48th year August 8 - 10, 2025 with exciting new changes to offer a live jazz, funk and soul experience live no other! For 2025, the Patron and VIP Experiences have been fine tuned with changes and with new price offerings that offer up to $100 in savings.
Use code JAZZHOLIDAY2024 to save 25% on all festival merchandise. Take 25% off the entire Telluride Jazz Festival store starting now through December 13. Save big on t-shirts, socks, hats, beanies, sweatshirts and more!
Big thanks to everyone who joined us for the 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival! We’re looking forward to doing it again next year August 8 - 10, 2025. Lodging in Telluride fills up quick and the best way to secure yours is to book early!
Wow, what a show! We had the time of our lives at the 47th Telluride Jazz Festival and walked away with new memories that will last a lifetime. As the sounds of the weekend gradually fade away, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for another amazing year. Thank you to all the volunteers, staff partners, artists and most importantly YOU! The fans and festival community are make this weekend so special. Let's do it again next year on August 8-10, 2025! Mark your calendars - tickets go on sale February 5, 2025.
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.
The future of jazz music and student music education is brighter than ever! Thanks to the generous support of CCAASE, Telluride Foundation, Raynier Institute and Foundation, Peter & Sharon Bell and Jack Kotz. The Telluride Society for Jazz is thrilled to present a lineup of incredible student programming. Don't miss the incredible performances by the Telluride Student All-Star Jazz Ensemble along with bands from Caleb Chapman's Soundhouse and Stillwater All Stars. This year's display of student artists is not to be missed!
Now open! Bid on the original 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival painting to take home a piece of history! This year's artwork was created by Alex Khomsky, who beautifully captured the essence of the festival and the town of Telluride on canvas. The distinct color choices and charming artistic vision make this painting a must-have for any Jazz Festival fan. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of this year's festival and support the Telluride Society for Jazz by bidding.
The 47th Annual Telluride Jazz Festival is almost here and we have everything you need to know to get ready! There are special events to complement the world-class music and the festival is full of fun opportunities to make life-long friends and memories. Telluride also offers outstanding dining, shopping, outdoor recreation and sightseeing opportunities to make the most out of your time here. To ensure that you have the best experience possible, our staff has put together a comprehensive festival guide of pro tips, tricks, and how-to’s for the most epic weekend ever.
Save the schedules to your phone for a detailed breakdown of which acts are playing where and when. Create your own personalized itinerary and plan your day in advance! Having the festival schedules on your phone enhances the overall experience, making it easier to immerse yourself in the incredible music and vibrant atmosphere at Telluride Jazz Festival.
With the final additions and finishing touches, we are excited to present the complete list of wine at the 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival. From full-bodied reds with bold flavors to dry, zesty whites with a smooth finish, the 2024 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 team-up with Sierra Nevada Brewing company for the 2024 Festival! Founded in 1980, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is one of America’s premier craft breweries, highly regarded for using only the finest quality ingredients. Throughout the festival you can discover a variety of their craft beers at the main bar, VIP and Patron bars.
Save the schedules to your phone for a detailed breakdown of which acts are playing where and when. Create your own personalized itinerary and plan your festival days in advance. Touch and hold each image to download to your camera roll.
We are excited to bring back the chair rental program at the 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival! 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!
Take home a piece of music history by pre-ordering your Telluride Jazz Festival poster today! Orders will begin shipping out in July. Telluride Jazz Festival is full of so many special moments each year and it’s nice to have a framed reminder hanging in your house or office. The vibrant colors, unique style and imagery in Alex Khomsky’s piece will be a conversation starter and look great under glass. His work is richly textured showing a lively music scene on Telluride’s Main Street with cool blue, green and gold vibes coming from the mountains.
Wake up to a walk through history with the Telluride Historical Museum at this year’s Telluride Jazz Festival! The Museum will host two Historical Walking Tours on Saturday morning, August 10, allowing attendees to explore the unique history of the charming town. They also offer free admission to their exhibits for festival pass-holders throughout the weekend. To sign up for the walking tours, click here.
We’re proud to introduce the lineup of craft vendors at the 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival. Shopping is one of our favorite past times and as such, it is an integral part of the festival experience here in Telluride. It’s easy to get lost for hours exploring the booths and hunting down the perfect jewelry, clothing and keepsakes to commemorate your experience. Many of the items on sale can’t be found outside the festival so take advantage of the unique shopping opportunity. From handmade silver jewelry to boho apparel and specialty alpine keepsakes, attendees will find all sorts of treasures at the Telluride Jazz Festival. Explore the vendors below and prepare for an incredible weekend of fun in the mountains!
New for this year, single-day VIP and Patron Tickets will be available for purchase starting on Wednesday, May 22 at 10 am (MST). The new single-day options will offer schedule flexibility for attendees to experience the festival at the highest levels. Treat yourself to catered meals backstage and watch the music from a raised platform on the side stage with an open bar and so much more.
