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Holiday Merchandise Sale - Save 25% On The Entire Store

Holiday Merchandise Sale - Save 25% On The Entire Store

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!

Thank You For A Fantastic 2024 Telluride Festival!

Thank You For A Fantastic 2024 Telluride Festival!

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.

Music Education On The Main Stage & Beyond

Music Education On The Main Stage & Beyond

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!

Download The 2024 Schedules To Your Phone

Download The 2024 Schedules To Your Phone

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.

Pre-Order The 2024 Poster

Pre-Order The 2024 Poster

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.

Discover Telluride At The 2024 Historical Walking Tours

Discover Telluride At The 2024 Historical Walking Tours

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.

Shopping at the 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival

Shopping at the 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival

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 Single-Day VIP And Patron Tickets On Sale May 22

New Single-Day VIP And Patron Tickets On Sale May 22

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.

Backstage Dining At The 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival

Backstage Dining At The 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival

Renowned Chef Will Nolan has curated a top-tier culinary experience for Patron pass-holders at the 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival. With a focus on healthy, flavorful food, Nolan’s menus feature quality ingredients and plenty of options for attendees. The attention to detail and elite level of these food menus is just an example of the world class luxury treatment that’s in store for Patron attendees. With an on-stage seated viewing area and open bar featuring craft cocktails, the Patron experience is by far the best way to attend the Telluride Jazz Festival.

Craft Cocktails At The 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival

Craft Cocktails At The 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival

Cheers! Step up to the bar and grab yourself a refreshing beverage! The curated selection of inventive, handcrafted cocktails will keep you feeling festive all weekend long. Beverage Director Andrés Vargas-Johnson is taking the drink list to the next level by adding slushies to the array of cleverly designed beverages at Telluride Jazz Festival.

Eat & Drink At The 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival

Eat & Drink At The 2024 Telluride Jazz Festival

This year’s food lineup at the Telluride Jazz Festival features standout culinary talent, extraordinary beverages and a stunning mountain backdrop. Go south of the border with Tex-Mex wraps, take a trip to the Mediterranean with healthy Greek salads, or enjoy some fried chicken from down South. These menus will keep your taste buds satisfied all weekend long. Explore the vendors and prepare for an incredible weekend of fun in the mountains!

Limited Edition 2024 Souvenir Keepsake

Limited Edition 2024 Souvenir Keepsake

To commemorate our 47th year, Telluride Jazz 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. Order a special 2024 collector's item for only $10 and take home a piece of history! Wear the festival schedule and get them signed by the artists for a personal touch.

How Did We Do? Take the Survey

How Did We Do? Take the Survey

Take the survey for a chance to win 3-Day Passes to next year's Festival! We want your feedback! Share your experience and help us improve. Complete the survey by August 31 to be entered for the chance to win a pair of 3-Day Passes to next year's festival!

Thank You For The Memories

Thank You For The Memories

Let's do it again next year on August 9-11, 2024! Mark your calendars - tickets go on sale February 1, 2024. As the sounds of the 46th Telluride Jazz Festival gradually fade away, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for yet another incredible edition of this magical event. Thank you to our volunteers, partners, performers and most importantly the attendees! We are overwhelmed by the support. Without you, it would not be possible, and we deeply appreciate the festival community that makes this weekend so special.

Download The Daily Schedules To Your Phone

Download The Daily Schedules To Your Phone

New for 2023 - download the daily schedules to your phone for a detailed breakdown of which acts are playing where and when! Saving the schedules to your phone makes them accessible at all times even during bad cell reception with a low impact on battery usage - always a bonus! We're reducing our carbon footprint and are no longer printing program guides so download the schedules to take them with you on the go.

Exceptional Music Meets Exceptional Spirits - The 2023 Spirits List

Exceptional Music Meets Exceptional Spirits - The 2023 Spirits List

Prepare to indulge in a world-class libation experience at the 2023 Telluride Jazz Festival, where exceptional music meets exceptional spirits. We are thrilled to announce that we have partnered with Hotaling & Co. to curate a remarkable assortment of craft tequila, whiskey, and gin for our festivalgoers. We are also excited to welcome back Tito’s Handmade Vodka. Along with a variety of classic cocktails, Tito’s and Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company will be serving the best Tito’s lemonades featuring handmade vodka and the finest fresh lemonade at the 2023 Telluride Jazz Festival. Cheers!

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Sign Up For Text Updates - News, Schedules, Reminders & Announcements

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Get Involved And Join Our Team

Get Involved And Join Our Team

Become a part of the Festival - Join our team and volunteer with us! We're looking for reliable, hardworking and fun-loving individuals to join our team. Volunteer for two shifts and earn a 3-Day festival pass, staff t-shirt, make new friends and be a part of the "behind the scenes" action. All you have to do is fill out the application and choose the shifts and department that you'd like to join (box office, customs, park operations). Get the details and apply now!

Take To The Streets - Join Our 2nd Line Parade And March Through Telluride

Take To The Streets - Join Our 2nd Line Parade And March Through Telluride

Dance, sing, and march your way through the heart of Telluride! One of the weekend highlights is the New Orleans 2nd Line Parade on Sunday at 12 pm. As a nod to the rich music heritage of the Crescent City, we host our very own 2nd Line Parade on Sunday of the festival weekend to kick off the final day of events. Join the Hooligans Brass Band along with festival staff, attendees, and artists for a lively parade down Main Street all the way to the festival entrance. Everyone is welcome! Colorful floats, costumes, beads and decorations are all welcome as attendees join in on the march through town. Grab your friends and family, put on your dancing shoes, and join us for a celebration unlike any other.

Calling All Student Artists! Join The 2023 All-Stars

Calling All Student Artists! Join The 2023 All-Stars

Are you a young, talented musician looking for a remarkable opportunity to showcase your skills? Look no further than the Telluride Student All-Stars Jazz Ensemble. Earning a spot on this esteemed ensemble not only grants you access to one of the most prestigious jazz festivals in the world, but also gives you a chance to work with some of the most renowned names in the industry, collaborate with other music students, perform on the Main Stage and more. Think you have what it takes? Audition now, set your future in motion and join the ranks of many other All-Stars who’ve made a meaningful career in music. Applications close on June 15!