If you thought Telluride was just a ski town, think again. Autumn in Colorado means mountain biking, food trucks and outdoor yoga — all part of the experience at Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. Over the past three decades, the festival has hosted rock and blues music greats like ZZ Top, Ceelo Green, and John Mayer. Ben Harper, Tab Benoit, and Neal Francis will headline the annual event this year.
As expected, the beer bar’s high in a state with so many breweries. You’ll taste the best of the best from their Brewer’s Showcase, a craft beer paradise with offerings from Sierra Nevada, 4 Noses, and Ex Novo, among others. At 8,700 feet of altitude, those IPAs will get you laughing quick, at which point you can head over to the stand-up comedy stage for a set from the likes of Troy Walker, Jackie Kashian and more. Between the Main Stage, Blues Stage, Campground Stage, and a smattering of local juke joints partnering with the festival, the only blues for miles will be on stage.
The Specs
- Almost 10,000 people have attended the Blues and Brews Festival each day in years past.
- Single-day passes start at $110, while souvenir passes are ten dollars more per day. Three-day passes are available for $300. The full breakdown of ticket tier prices can be found here.
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FAQs
Which airport is closest to the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival grounds?
Montrose Regional Airport (MJT) is approximately 67 miles away.
Where is the festival held in Telluride?
The music festival is held at Telluride Town Park which is located at the end of the mountain town’s Main Street. (If you need an address for GPS: 500 E Colorado Ave Telluride, CO 81435 US)
What is the bag policy?
Bags are permitted on the festival grounds.
Is the 2024 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival ADA-accessible?
The festival is wheelchair accessible, including the restrooms and a limited number of parking spaces.
It’s my first time attending the fest. What else can I expect beside music and beer?
The festival offers kids activities, a handful of club shows, craft vendors and more. Since this is the Town of Telluride there are many activities to take part in outside of the fest, like hiking, mountain biking, or even taking a free gondola between the Telluride and Mountain Village.
Is Telluride a National Historic Landmark?
In 1961, due to its history as a former mining boom town in the old American West, the United States Secretary of the Interior designated 80 acres of downtown and the surrounding area as a National Historic Landmark District.
Is this the same thing at the Telluride Bluegrass Festival?
No. Blues & Brews is a separate fest. The Telluride Bluegrass Festival was held June 20-23, though both fests are held in the same location, at Telluride Town Park.
When is the Blisters & Brews 5k Fundraiser Race?
It will be held on Saturday, September 14 from 8:30 – 9:30 AM.
What’s the fest’s phone number?
According to their site, it says: “For general festival questions, please call (970) 728-8037 (we are not able to take ticket orders at this number)…”
Which artists are on the live music lineup?
The 2024 lineup includes Gary Clark Jr., Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, Joe Bonamassa, JJ Grey & Mofro, Neal Francis, Tab Benoit, Samantha Fish, Marc Broussard, Eric Gales, Hiss Golden Messenger, Taj Farrant, Eddie Roberts & The Lucky Strokes, Zach Person, Ron Artis II, Grace Bowers, Cris Jacobs, Nat Myers, Rootbeer Richie & The Reveille, Robert Jon & The Wreck, Ivan Singh, Grainne Duffy Band, Tyron Benoit Band, Piper & The Hard Times, Marcus Trummer, Faith & Harmony, Terry “Harmonica” Bean, Pat “Mother Blues” Cohen, Earnest “Guitar” Boy, Jeffrey Scott, Troy Walker, Jackie Kashian, Tom Thakkar and Langston Kerman.
