Two New Artists Added + After-Hours Are Here

Two More Artists Join the 2026 Lineup

The 2026 Telluride Jazz Festival lineup just got even better.

We're thrilled to welcome Julian “J3PO” Pollack Trio and Hooligans Brass Band to the mountains this August. From cutting-edge jazz fusion and electronic textures to the joyful energy of a New Orleans brass parade, these two additions bring even more creativity, groove, and musical adventure to the festival weekend.

Catch the Julian “J3PO” Pollack Trio on the Main Stage Saturday as the acclaimed keyboard innovator blends jazz, funk, hip-hop, and electronic influences into a sound all his own. Then join the celebration on Sunday as Hooligans Brass Band brings the spirit of New Orleans to Telluride during the Main Street Parade with infectious rhythms, powerhouse horns, and second-line energy.

The lineup is growing—and the music keeps getting better.

The Night Doesn't End in Telluride

When the Main Stage wraps up, the festival is just getting started.

Jazz After Dark returns Friday and Saturday night with intimate performances at three unique venues throughout Telluride. Catch artists up close, discover unexpected collaborations, and experience the kind of late-night sets that become the stories you'll be telling long after the weekend ends.

Your Jazz After Dark pass includes access to all three venues each night—three shows for just $35. From deep funk and soul grooves to boundary-pushing jazz and unforgettable jams, these after-hours performances offer a completely different side of the festival experience.

Stay out a little later. You'll be glad you did.

Jazz After Dark passes are on sale now.

Sit Back And Enjoy The 2026 Festival!

2026 chair rentals are now open! 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!

Get Your Tickets Before Tier 1 Pricing Ends July 15

Save now and join us in the mountains this August. Join us August 7–8 in Telluride Town Park and throughout town for a weekend of world-class music, breathtaking mountain scenery, late-night performances, and unforgettable festival experiences.

Tickets are on sale now, with Tier 1 pricing available through July 15. Prices increase to Tier 2 on July 16, so now is the best time to secure your spot and save. We can't wait to welcome you back to the mountains for another incredible weekend of music and community.

Explore the Full Lineup

This year's festival features unforgettable performances from The Disco Biscuits: Powered Down, Lettuce, Don Was & The Pan Detroit Ensemble, Robert Randolph, Adrian Quesada's Trio Asesino, Theo Croker, Endea Owens & The Cookout, Julian "J3PO" Pollack Trio, DTF, and many more. Festivalgoers can also experience standout performances from student ensembles including the Voodoo Orchestra, University of Colorado Boulder Thompson Jazz Combo, and the Telluride Student All-Stars Jazz Ensemble.

Beyond the music, the experience extends throughout the weekend with two stages of continuous live performances, Jazz After Dark late-night shows, the Opening Show in Mountain Village, Jazz Brunch and the beloved Main Street Parade.