Known for spectacular skiing and winter sports, beautiful mountain views, and a charming small-town feel, Telluride is so much more than a winter destination.
Situated in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, Telluride offers a full spectrum of indoor and outdoor activities for all seasons and several stunning event venues that welcome guests from around the nation.
From culinary events, like the Telluride Wine Festival, to moving musical performances and more, check out the top 10 festivals in Telluride that you can’t miss in 2024!
Date: February 15 – February 18, 2024
Location: Sheridan Opera House | 110 N. Oak Street, Telluride, CO
Price: $35 – $125
If skiing isn’t your style but you get a good laugh at those who try and fail, the Telluride Comedy Festival is right up your alley. This annual event features an all-star lineup and four full nights of fun. The Sheridan Arts Foundation and Jeb Berrier present the 24th annual Telluride Comedy Festival at the historic Sheridan Opera House over President’s Day weekend. Nothing is off limits at the Comedy Festival, with comedy in the form of stand-up, improv, sketches, and much more. Each night is priced separately, meaning guests are welcome to attend a single event or all four! Learn more about the Telluride Comedy Festival here.
Telluride Gay Ski Week
Date: February 24 – March 2, 2024
Location: Downtown Telluride; multiple event locations
Price: Festival is free to attend; some events require a separate fee
Telluride Gay Ski Week was originally founded in 2002. Since then, it has been a week to look forward to for participants and locals alike.
SBG Productions, the brains behind Telluride Brews & Blues and the Telluride Jazz Festival took over the festival in 2022 to up the fun! It will feature an opening-day party, daily après ski, pool parties, late-night lounge happenings, with events extending well into the morning hours, including the signature White Party and much more. Historically, Telluride Gay Ski Week has coincided with Telluride Aids Benefit fashion show gala, an event run by TAB who is “dedicated to fighting HIV/AIDS by raising awareness and generating financial support for prevention programs and client care.” Telluride Gay Ski Week continues to grow and expand, and we encourage you to come check it out for yourself if you haven’t already!
Learn more about Telluride Gay Ski Week here.
MountainFilm
Date: May 23 – May 27, 2024
Location: Telluride and Mountain Village | 532 W Colorado Ave, Telluride, CO 81435
Price: $25 – $5,000
So much more than just another film fest, MountainFilm brings ~85 of the top independent films from around the world together for one spectacular artistic event. The entire weekend is filled with film screenings and critiques, guest presentations from filmmakers, symposiums on film creation and theory, musical performances, and networking events and parties to bring the film community together in celebration. What started as a niche mountain film festival has evolved into the nation’s leading independent documentary film festival, and the event is an absolute must for cinephiles. Learn more about MountainFilm Festival here.
Telluride Balloon Festival
Date: May 31 – June 2, 2024
We’d be remiss if we didn’t mention what is inarguably the most beautiful event of the year—the annual Telluride Balloon Festival. This stunning event takes place at the beginning of summer when the mountain is covered in lush greenery and the lakes are glistening in the bright sun. Each year, dozens of handcrafted hot air balloons launch from Town Park on the east end of Telluride and glide down the valley, a truly spectacular sight. Saturday evening is “Glow” night, the highlight of the event, where owners fire up their balloons along Main Street and the entire downtown Telluride area is glowing with color. All events are subject to weather conditions and are free to attend. Learn more about the Telluride Balloon Festival here.
Telluride Bluegrass Festival
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Photo Credit: Doug Anderson via Flickr CC2.0
Date: June 20 – June 23, 2024
Location: Telluride Town Park | 500 E Colorado Ave, Telluride, CO 81435
Price: $172-$400
The Telluride Bluegrass Festival always falls on the week of the Summer Solstice, allowing ample time to absorb the sights and sounds of our charming mountain town. This four-day event offers a variety of rich musical experiences for guests of all ages. The main musical events will take place on the Telluride Town Park Main Stage; other events include intimate master workshops, songwriting contests and showcases, late-night concerts at local venues around town, and much more. Learn more about the Bluegrass Festival here.
Telluride Food + Vine
Photo Credit: Doug Anderson via Flickr CC2.0
Date: June 13 – June 16, 2024
Location: Telluride and Mountain Village | 532 W Colorado Ave, Telluride, CO 81435
Price: $100+
Telluride Food + Vine is the area’s premier food and wine weekend, providing the ultimate epicurean experience in Colorado’s most beautiful location. Their goal is to celebrate the beauty and essence of Telluride by gathering over fantastic food and great drink, all while building meaningful relationships with locals and visitors alike. Learn more about Telluride’s Wine Festival here.
Telluride Yoga Festival
Date: June 27 – June 30, 2024
Location: Telluride and Mountain Village | 532 W Colorado Ave, Telluride, CO 81435
Price: $395 – $495
Relax, reconnect, and rejuvenate at the Telluride Yoga Festival. Designed for yogis of all levels, the festival fosters learning, mentorship, and spiritual revitalization. This long weekend event features a variety of health and wellness presentations, community yoga classes, guided meditations, guest speakers, and special events, like paddle boarding, hiking and 5k trail runs, biking, and healthy cooking classes. Passes are sold for three or four-day increments and include all of the events for a single price. Learn more about the Telluride Yoga Festival here.
Telluride Jazz Festival
Date: August 9 – August 11, 2024
Location: Telluride Town Park | 500 E Colorado Avenue, Telluride, CO 81435
Price: $85+
The Telluride Jazz Festival celebrates the past, present, and future of this historic music genre. The three-day event embraces jazz by celebrating its finest historic artists and by giving new artists a platform to showcase their work. Come enjoy fantastic live music from throughout the ages, dine on local fare from Telluride’s finest food trucks and local purveyors, and so much more. Price may be purchased for single day events or for the entire weekend; a variety of VIP packages are also available. Learn more about the Jazz Festival here.
Telluride Blues & Brews Festival
Date: September 13 – September 15, 2024
Location: Telluride Town Park | 500 E Colorado Ave, Telluride, CO 81435
Price: $30 – $625
Good beer, great views, and every better music—that’s just what you can expect at the annual Blues & Brews Festival. This lively 18+ event is perfect for craft beer aficionados, live music enthusiasts, or guests simply looking to enjoy the summer sights and sounds of Telluride. Most performances over the three-day weekend take place on the Telluride Town Park Main Stage, with select intimate performances taking place at smaller venues around town. The ‘Grand Beer Tasting’ is the highlight of the event with more than 50 microbreweries serving up over 150 unique brews. The Blues & Brews Festival is definitely a ‘bucket list’ affair for mountain and music mavens! Learn more about the Blues & Brews Festival.
Telluride Film Festival
Telluride Film Festival panel in Elks Park. Photo courtesy of Telluride Film Festival.
Date: August 29 – September 2, 2024
Location: Telluride and Mountain Village; multiple event locations
Price: Free – $4900
Every Labor Day weekend, film enthusiasts flood Telluride for four days of cinema-related events including screenings, panels and special events. A couple of things differentiate the Telluride Film Festival from the rest of the festival circuit including its low key vibe and a program which isn’t revealed until festival-goers arrive in town. You can expect to see A-list stars on a dais in the middle of Elks Park or riding the Gondola to a screening. Learn more about the Telluride Film Festival.
As Telluride locals, we love our visitors and want you to experience the best that our lovely mountain town has to offer. We are proud to support local events and offer competitive vacation rental rates to ensure you have a relaxing and memorable stay.
Visit our Telluride festivals and events page for an updated list of 2024 dates and start planning your mountain getaway today!