Telluride & Mountain Village

Event Calendar

Telluride & Mountain Village offer a wide variety of opportunities for recreation and relaxation. No matter the season, you'll find plenty to do here in this majestic mountain setting. With so many activities to choose from, we hope you'll find our local events calendar helpful.

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Summer

Fall

Winter

Spring

June

September

December

March

July

October

 

January

April

August

November

February

May


Spring Events

April

April 4 or 5 KOTO Street Dance
Join your neighbors for this annual concert at the close of the ski season. Live music and a beer garden on Telluride Main Street. 970.728.8100. (April 5: For Inclement Weather)

April 4 Winter Concert Series
Last free performance of the season in Mountain Village. 970.728.7620

April 6 Ski Resort Closing Day
Enjoy one last day of lift-served skiing.

April 6 Gondola Closes
Closed at the end of the day for maintenance. Re-opens in late May.

April 25-27 Talking Gourds Spoken Word Festival
Creative minds offer high-energy poetry readings, film, lectures and workshops. 970.728.0399

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May

 

May 22-25 Celebrating Biodiversity through art and Science exhibit
In collaboration with professional artists, Telluride students explore and discover nature through art. Silent auction on Thursday and art on display in Elks Park through Sunday. 970.708.7441
 
 
May 23
The summer season begins and the gondola open again. Free scenic 13-minute ride that links Telluride and Mountain Village.

May 23-26 Mountainfilm in Telluride
Filmmakers, artists and outdoor enthusiasts celebrate mountain, cultural and the environment with films, presentations and a symposium that will focus on "water" as this years's theme. Join artists and filmmakers at this event celebrating the outdoors and culture of our region. 970.728.4123
 
 
May 29-July 28 Photo Retrospective exhibit opening
An exhibit featuring local photographers and their historical Telluride images. Telluride Historical Museum, 5 p.m. 970.728.3344

Summer Events

 

June

 

June 1 Telluride Dance Academy Recital
Dancers, ages three to 67, from Telluride Dance Academy perform at the Palm Theatre. 970.728.9065
 
 
June 5 AH HAA Exhibition Opening
"Innocence and Experience" features the books of AH HAA founder Daniel Tucker and other American Academy of Bookbinding faculty. 970.728.3886
 
 
June 5-8 Telluride Jazz Festival
Join the Neville Brothers, Dr. John, McCoy Tyner, Joe Lovano, Dave Liebeman Group, Bettye Lavette, Simone, Grupo Fantasma and other jazz greats for music in Town Park by day and in intimate bar venues by night. 970.728.7009
 
 
June 6-8 Telluride Balloon Rally
At sunrise, the skies above Telluride Town Park fill with colorful hot-air balloons. At sunset, Telluride's main street is the setting for the annual balloon glow. Weather permitting of course. 970.708.2202
 
 
June 6, 8,13 & 15 Telluride Musicfest
Chamber music the way it was meant to be performed; in living rooms, where the experience is intimate. 212.253.6941
 
 
June 7 Huck Finn Day
Dress the kids up as Huck Finn or Becky Thatcher for a parade followed by a fishing and costume contest at the Kids Pond in Telluride Town Park. The Elks provide fishing poles, prized and refreshments. 970.728.6362
 
 
June 7 Jazz Brunch
From 10:00 am to noon listen to world class jazz while enjoying brunch in the outdoor Telluride Conference Center Plaza in Mountain Village. 970.728.1904
 
 
June 9 Art Talk and Potluck
Bring a dish and join visiting potter Kent Harris for a free discussion and slide show at the Ah Haa School for the Arts. 970.718.3886
 
 
June 9-15 Wild West Fest
A family oriented festival that celebrates the spirit of the West. Events include celebrity cutting on horseback and performances at the Sheridan Opera House. 970.728.6363
 
 
June 10-17 Telluride Playwrights Festival
Explore new plays with professional actors from around the world. Acting and writing workshops are geared toward both novice and experienced playwrights and actors. Ah Haa School 970.728.3886
 
 
June 19-22 Telluride Bluegrass Festival
Four days of bluegrass based music in Telluride Town Park. Artisits include Ryan Adams & the Cardinals, Paolo Nutini, The Swell Season, Ricky Skaggs, Bruce Hornsby, Ani DiFranco and many more. 800.624.2422
 
 
June 21 Bluegrass Brunch
A morning filled with music, brunch, festival hat making and activities for festavarians of all ages at the Telluride Conference Center Plaza in Mountain Villate. 10 a.m. to noon 970.728.1904
 
 
June 22-28 Bike Week
A week-long celebration to promote cycling for transportation and recreation. Events include trail maintenance, group rides, Bike to work day, Lizard Head Pass Hill Climb, a film, auction and more. 970.729.1379
 
 
June 26-29 Telluride Wine Festival
A weekend of wine tastings, winemakers, seminars with expert sommeliers and food pairings with accomplished chefs.
 
 
June 29-July 5 Telluride Plein-Air
National landscape artist paint in the great outdoors. Their work is then exhibited and auctioned as a fundraiser for the Sheridan Arts Foundation. 970.728.6363
 

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July

 

July 4 Firemen's Fourth of July
Celeberate independence the old-fashioned way; a parade down Telluride's main street, a community picnic in Town Park, games for kids and spectacular fireworks! Make sure to get your sweatshirt or T shirt at the celebration. 970.728.3041
 
 
July 5 Red, White and Blues Concert
Enjoy free live music, complimentary snow cones, face painting and other free activities at Sunset Plaza in Mountain Village. 3 to 6 p.m. 970-728-1904
 
 
July 5 Telluride Fur Ball
Enjoy a your dog celebrating an evening of food, music, a silent auction, gourmet dog treats, pet photography, and a "Dance with Your Dog" performance by a canine/human freestyle competitive team. Proceeds benefit the Second Chance Humane Society, Telluride Conference Center in Mountain Village 6 p.m. 970.626.2273
 
 
July 11-12 Circus Holus Bolus
Kids and adults combine their talents to create a Telluride Academy production - a circus not to be missed at the bit top in the Telluride Elementary School gym. 970.728.5311
 
 
July 11-12 Hardrock 100
In this grueling 101-mile run, participants follow an altitude-challenged course that begins in Silverton, passes throught Telluride and winds up back in Silverton. 970.259.3693
 
 
July 11-13 Telluride Yoga Festival
Yoga instructors from around the world offer the opportunity to experience many yoga lineages. Meditation, kirtan and other holistic lifestyle workshops will be offered. 970.728.2477
 
 
July 12 and/or 13 KOTO Yankee Doodle Doo-Dah Concert
A live performance TBA in Telluride Town Park. Past concerts have included Bob Dylan, Cowboy Junkies, Los Lobos. The Radiators, Ozomatli and Widespread Panic. 970.728.8100
 
 
July 13-19 San Miguel Basin Fair
Norwood hosts a classic country fair with the judging of 4-H livestock and crafts, a dessert contest and move. 970.327.4393
 
 
July 18-20 Nothing Festival
Nothing...See for yourself
 
 
July 19-20 San Miguel Basin Rodeo
Professional rodeo in Norwood complete with bronc busting, calf roping, barrel racing and more. 970.327.4393
 
 
July 25-27 Rotary 4 X 4 Rally
Jeeping on both days and a BBQ on Saturday 970.708.2202
 
 
July 25 Ah Haa Art Auction
Annual fundraiser known for selling an array of objects, trips, and services in both a silent auction and a fast-paced live auction. Doors open 5 p.m.; live auction begins 7:30p.m. 708.728.3886

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August

August 1-3 Telluride Tech Festival
This event celebrates the past, present and future of technology and is inspired by Nikola Tesla, George Westinghouse and L. L. Nunn's first commercial-grade AC power plant in Telluride. A Tesla coil demonstration takes place on Friday and Saturday evenings. 970.239.4486
 
 
August 7 Ah Haa Exhibition Opening
'Solo', a juried exhibition, features a complete body of work by one selected artist. Meet the artists and see why they were chosen at the Ah Haa School, 5 p.m. 970.728.3886
 
 
August 7 Summer Ballet Performance
The culmination of a Telluride Dance Academy ballet intensive hosted by nationally renowned ballerina Valerie Madonia and guest teacher Davis Robertson, combined with Joffrey Ballet School Company Dancers. 970.728.9065
 
 
August 7-16 Chamber Music Festival
The festival's artistic director Roy Malan, concert master with the San Francisco Ballet, brings chamber music to Telluride up close and personal. 970.369.1351
 
 
August 8 KOTO Duck Race
Get your rubber ducky, near the corner of Colordo and Pine or at KOTO's offices on Pine Street, for a swim down the San Miguel River. Great prizes are awarded to ducks that navigate the river best. 970.728.8100
 
 
August 9 Art Talk
Sit in on a free discussion and slide show with visiting ceramic artist Annie Chrietzberg at the Ah Haa School for the Arts. 6:30 p.m. 970.728.3886
 
 
August 14-17 Telluride Festival for the Arts
The epicurean and visual arts meet at an event in Mountain Village that features celebrity chef demonstrations, food seminars, a grand tasting, a progressive dinner, and 60 national juried visual artists. 970.369.4632
 
 
August 15-17 Mudd Butts Mystery Theatre Troupe
Not just another song and dance, this zany local children's theatre troupe creates a show like no other at the Palm Theatre. 970.728.5311
 
 
August 19-24 Telluride Repertory Theatre
Telluride's local theater company presents a musical TBA at the Sheridan Opera House. 970.728.4539
 
August 20 Mushroom Banquet
Each course features a different mushroom, wine and local chef, Telluride Conference Center in Mountain Village. 970.728.8312
 
 
August 21-24 Telluride Mushroom Festival
Gather to celebrate and explore all aspects of fungi in Telluride's mushroom-rich surroundings. Pick, discuss, parade and eat during an information-filled weekend. 970.728.8312
 
 
August 22-24 Glory: Many Nations, One Voice
A Christian celebration with food and music in Telluride Town Park. 970.728.4864
 
 
August 29-September 1 Telluride Film Festival
The program featuring premieres, classics, seminars and discussions with the world's leading filmmakers and stars. 510.665.9494
 
 
August 31-September 1 Ouray County Rodeo
Professional Colorado cowboys gather in neighboring Ridgeway for bronc bustin', calf ropin', barrel racin' and general festivals. 970.626.3304
 

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Fall Events

 

September

September 5 KOTO Guest DJ Day
Tune in to WWW.KOTO.ORG, 89.3, 91.7 OR 105.5 f.m., to hear locals vie for the coveted Silver Tongue Award and raise money for community radio. Call 970.728.4333 to pledge
 

September 6 Imogene Pass Run
Beginning in Ouray and ending in Telluride, this 17 mile course gains more than 5,000 vertical feet. 970.728.0251

September 11 Ah Haa Exhibition
Visit the Ah Haa School for the Arts for the opening of "As The Crow Flies Exhibition" This exhibition features features new works from several regional emerging artists. 970.728.3886

September 11 KOTO Potato Black Bean Saute
Eat the musical fruit for breakfast and benefit KOTO, Telluride's commerical-free radio station. Honga's Lotus Petal/La Cocina de Luzpatios, 7a.m. to noon 970.728.8100

September 12 - 14 Telluride Blues & Brews Festival
Microbrew tasting, crafts and food booths, and international blues and rock acts in Telluride Town Park by day and intimate late-night blues clubs by night. 866.515.6166

September 15 - 19 Black Bear Awareness An all-ages event to learn more about bears in the region that culminates with the Black Bear Ball on main street 970.728.0190

September 20 Mountains in the Desert
As a fundraiser for the Just for Kids Foundation, bikers spin 133 miles on the road from Telluride to Moab 970.728.4455

September 26 Art Talk and Potluck Bring a dish and join visiting Ceramic artist Jim Romberg and painter Doug Dawson at the Ah Haa School at 6:30 p.m. for a free slide show and discussion 970.728.3886

September/October TBA Fall Home Tour
A showcase of mountain architecture, interior design and landscaping. Shuttles are provided to each location in the Mountain Village 970.728.1904

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October

October 4 Writers In The Sky
Readings and talks from local authors at the Wilkinson Public Library. 970.728.4519

October 4 Telluride Octoberfest
Enjoy local beers and music at Heritage Plaza in Mountain Village. 970.728.1904

October 5 Ophir Hill Climb
Venture from Ophir to the top of the pass on foot or on a bike. 970.729.1379

October 9 - 12 Ideas Festival
Join others and challenge your mind and the minds of others in a forward-thinking event. This year's theme is "The Politics of the Possible" 970.728.8312

October 10 - 11 Walking Works
Participate in this progressive dinner from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday featuring three courses, each at a different restaurant, accompanied by a reading. Saturday is devoted to workshops in fiction, poetry and nonfiction at the Ah Haa School. 970.728.3886

October 19 Gondola Closes for Off-Season
The Gondola officially stops running at midnight and will resume service on November 21st.
 
 
October 30 Ghost Stories
An afternoon of regional ghost stories for kids of all ages, followed by a frightful evening event for adults. Telluride Historical Museum, 3:30 p.m. for kids; 6:30 p.m. for adults. 970.728.3344
 
 
October 30 Youth Art Awards Celebration
Visit the Ah Haa School for the Arts for the "Seventh Annual Youth Art Awards & Celebration," where the recipients of the 2008 Youth Art will be announced. 5 p.m. 970.728.3886

October 26 KOTO Halloween Party
Dress up and join the fun. Location TBA. 970.728.8100

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November

November 6, 13 and 20 Telluride Unearthed
Discover more about Telluride's rich history throught the lens of science. Telluride Historical Muceum, 6 p.m. 970.728.3344

November 14 - 16 KOTO Ski Swap
Snow gear and clothes, used and new for all snow activities offered at the Wilkinson Public Library. Proceeds fund Telluride's community radio station. 970.728.8100

November 21 Gondola Opens
Winter season service resumes.

Novmber 27 Ski Area Open in Telluride
Mark your calendar for the first day of the 2008/2009 ski season. 970.728.6900

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Winter Events

December

December 5 Noel Night
Get some shopping done early while enjoying local Christmas cheer and caroling. Discounts and holiday treats offered at Telluride and Mountain Village stores.

December 6 "Fire & Ice"
Mixed media pieces by local experts are on display at this opening reception of a holiday exhibition with all works following the theme, "Fire & Ice". Ah Haa School. 5 to 7pm. 970.728.3886

December 7 Toys for Tots Merry Martini Party
Enjoy a martini and food bites after purchasing a ticket and bringing a wrapped toy for children in need in our area. 970.708.7997

December 7-9 TAG Holiday Bazaar
Find handmade gifts created by local artists and craftspeople including jewelry, pottery, art pieces and more. Telluride High School: 5 to 8 pm on Dec. 7, 11 am to 7 pm on Dec. 8, 11 am to 3 pm on Dec. 9. 970.728.3930

December 8 Nutcracker Holiday
An adaptation of this Christmas classic will be performed by Telluride Dance Academy students at the Palm Theatre. 7 pm. 970.728.9065

December 13 Very Victorian Christmas
This kid-friendly event includes making a Victorian Christmas ornament and decorating the Telluride Historical Museum's Christmas tree. Weatherford Room, 3 to 5 pm. 970.728.3344

December 13-16 Choral Society: "Handel, Handel, Handel!"
A presentation of seasonal music by the Telluride Choral Society and Renaissance Singers. St. Patrick's Church, 7:30pm. 970.728.3411

December 14 Jingle Jam
Meet Santa Claus at this Heritage Plaza tree lighting while enjoying warm beverages, treats and toys for the kids. Mountain Village restaurants are offering great deals and in-store events. Heritage Plaza, 4 to 6 pm. 970.728.7620.

December 15 Rock and Roll Academy Winter Concert
Enjoy some classic oldies, rock and roll style, at the Sheridan Opera House. Performances by Telluride's young musicians. Time TBA. 970.708.1140

December 19-23 Live Theatre
Enjoy comedy suitable for a PG-13 audience at this lively production by Telluride's Second Stage. Sheridan Opera House stage. 970.728.6363.

December 21-22, 24 Sitting with Santa
Pictures with Santa and his elves! Kids can take a picture with Santa and make a holiday ornament afterwards. Conference Center in Mountain Village. Time TBA. 970.728.7260.

December 24 Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade
Enjoy the glow of skiers holding torches as they go down the mountain around 6:30pm toward Telluride and Mountain Village. 970.728.7400

December 25 Mountainfilm in Telluride Fundraiser
Mountainfilm offers an education and entertaining evening at the Sheridan Opera House. Details TBA. 970.728.4123

December 27 - January 29 SAF Holiday Concert Series
Enjoy performances by singers like Otis Taylor (Dec. 28) and others. Sheridan Opera House. 970.728.6363

December 28-29 The Spencers: Theater of Illusion
This astounding performance by Kevin and Cindy Spencer is much more than a magic show! Palm Theatre, 7:30pm. 970.369.5669

Decmber 31 New Year's Eve Gala
Enjoy a retro-fun evening filled with 50's rock and roll with Flash Cadillac at the Sheridan Opera House. 970.728.6363

Decmber 31 Ski Resort/Mountain Village New Year's Eve Celebration
Torchlight parade starts at 6:30pm followed by fireworks and more. 970.728.7400

Decmber 31 New Year's Eve
Join the crowd for a local countdown in front of the historic courthouse.

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January

January 9-13 Ouray Ice Climbing Festival
Unique competition features international climbers at ice park in Ouray. 970.325.4288

January 11-14 SnowFest
This weekend event is full of music, snow sculpting, avalanche dog demonstrations, and more. 970.728.7620.

January 14 "Borders"
Local artists explore borders of all kinds at this opening reception and exhibition.

January 20 Great American Trailer Park Musical
This comedic new musical is full of surprises. Palm Theatre, 7 pm, 970.369.5669

January 25 Guest DJ Day
KOTO radio station offers locals the chance to win the Silver Tongue Award while raising money for KOTO community radio. 970.728.4333.

January 26 Beaux Arts Ball
This festive party has a theme: "Red Hot + Rio: A Brazilian Carnival". Join the fun at the Sheridan Opera House. 7pm. 970.728.3930.

January 26-27 Smartwool Race Series
This competition for Coloarado ski racers, ages 15 to 25, determines who qualifies for the state FIS Rocky Mtn. Trophy Series. 970.728.6163.

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February

February 1 KOTO Lip Sync Contest
Lip sync with the best at this hilarious event and KOT fundraiser at the Sheridan Opera House. 970.728.8100.

February 1-3 Live Theater
Blowing Whistles is presented by The Sheridan Arts Foundation and Jeb Berrier's Second Stage. 970.728.6363.

February 4 Gypsy: A Musical Fable
Enjoy this award winning show at the Palm Theatre. 7:30pm. 970. 369.5669.

February 8 Name That Tune
Audience interaction and prizes make this team competition based on the 1950's game a whole heap of fun. Elks Lodge at Swede-Finn Hall. 970.728.8100.

February 8-10 Young People's Theater
Hello, Dolly is performed by young locals at the Sheridan Opera House. 970.728.6363.

February 9 Chocolate Lovers Fling
Enjoy chocolate of all kinds during this "Hooray for Hollywood" themed event. This silent auction and dance are planned to raise money to help end sexual assault and domestic abuse. 970.728.5842

February 10 Aspen Santa Fe Ballet
Contemporary performances by local dancers at the Palm Theatre. 8 pm. 970.369.5669.

February 14-17 Comedy Fest
Professional comedians visit Telluride and the Sheridan Opera House. 970.728.6363.

February 16 Butch Cassidy Ski Chase
The Ski Chase is a cross country race over a 3.8 km course for the youngest competitors, a 5 km course for novices and a 15 km loop for experienced participants. 970.728.1144.

February 18 "Your Telluride Story...Text is Optional"
This exhibition for local artists features works based on the personal stories of various participants. Ah Haa Schoo. 5 to 7pm. 970.728.3886.

February 21-24 FIS Jim Drew Memorial Races
This competition of global ski racers is held on Milk Run and determines who qualifies for US Nationals. 970.728.6163.

February 22 Telluride Mardi Gras Celebration
Enjoy free masks and boas, music, dinner and more at the Sheridan Opera House at this party to benefit the San Juan Horseback Riding Program for those with disabilities. 6:30 pm. 970.728.6363.

February 23-24 "All That Jazz"
Presented by the Choral Society Jazz Ensemble. Held at the Telluride Conference Center on Saturday at 6pm and at the Elks Club on Sunday at 7:30pm. 970.728.3411.

February 23-28 Gay Ski Week
Show your pride in Telluride during this week long celebration. 970.728.7620.

February 23 - March 2 Telluride AIDS Benefit
Local events benefit aim to fight HIV/AIDS through auctions, trunk shows and more. 970.728.0869.

February 28 TAB Fashion Show
Sneak Preview and Auction for the upcoming Gala. Telluride Conference Center. 970.728.0869.

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March

March 1 Diavolo
Enjoy innovative dancing, gymnastics and acting at the Palm Theatre. 7:30pm. 970.369.5669

March 1 Free HIV/AIDS Testing
Sponsored by TAB at the Telluride Medical Center. 970.728.0869

March 1 TAB Gala Fashion Show & Auction
This popular event offers fashion by local and international designers. Telluride Conference Center. 970.728.0869

March 1 TAB After-Hours Fete
Beginning at 10pm, this late night party takes place at the Sheridan Opera House. 970.728.0869

March 3 TAB Designer Trunk Show
Purchase fashion pieces at fabulous prices. Sheridan Opera House. 970.728.0869

March 4 A Year With Frog and Toad
Enjoy this beloved children's fable brought to life at the Palm Theatre. 6:30pm. 970.728.5669

March 7 Goin' Cowboy at the Opera
This fundraiser supports the Telluride Adaptive Sports Foundation which provides recreational activities for those with disabilities. 970.728.3524

March 14 Winter Concert Series
Free performance in Mountain Village. 970.728.7620

March 14-15 Live Music
Concerts presented by the Sheridan Arts Foundation. 970.728.6363

March 15-16 Smartwool Race Series
Colorado skiers, age 15 to 25 yrs. old, compete to see who qualifies for the FIS Rocky Mtn. Trophy series. 970.728.6163

March 16 One to One Cardboard Derby
Benefitting the One to One Youth Program, local youth race hand crafted sled on Thrill Hill. 10am with BBQ to follow. 970.728.0885

March 17 Baseball on Skis
At the base of Lift 7, watch skiers celebrate St. Pat's Day with bats, balls and bases.

March 21 Winter Concert Series
Free performance in Mountain Village. 970.728.7620

March 21-22 Live Music
Two concerts presented by the Sheridan Arts Foundation. 970.728.6363

March 22 Special Olympic Family Day
Special Olympic participants and their families enjoy a variety activities, food and fun at Telluride Ski Resort/Mountain Village. 970.728.3524

March 23 Easter Egg Hunt
This on-the-mountain egg hunt is offered by Telluride Ski Resort. 970.728.7400

March 28 Winter Concert Series
Free performance in Mountain Village. 970.728.7620

March 29 Swing Camp Telluride
Join the fun with the Telluride Lindy Society swing dance camp. 970.327.4908.

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