Top 5 Best Things to do in Telluride this Week, 1/26-1/31

Wow... what a week it's been in Telluride. My legs are still sore. Our much needed 2 foot dump came this past week... showering the people with powder. Sunday were some of the best turns in a while. 1st tracks down Stairs with waist-deep powder is a life changing experience. You should try it out. This weekend we have some great live music (go figure) in town. Get ready for a great February coming up: Comedy Fest, Chocolate Lover's, Gay Ski Week and hopefully a plethora of more days like last Sunday. Here's your Top 5 to do this weekend in T-ride: 

Friday, January 27^th – Ladysmith Black Mambazo – The Palm Theatre is proud to present the Grammy Award winning South African a capella singing group, Ladysmith Black Mambazo. They rose to worldwide prominence as a result of singing with Paul Simon on his 1986 album, Graceland, and have won multiple awards, including three Grammy’s. They were formed back in the 60’s and have become one of South Africa’s most prolific recording artists. We’re honored to have them in town! Show starts at 7:00pm, advance tickets are $20 for children, $32 for adults. Tickets may be purchase at www.telluridepalm.com or by calling 970-369-5669. For more information, check out their website at: http://www.mambazo.com/

Friday, January 27^th – San Juan Field School Fundraiser – The Sheridan Opera House will host an event to support the San Juan Field School, a branch of the San Juan Outdoor School – a field school responsible for all of the avalanche education and training that happens in the Telluride area. These guys and girls teach life saving techniques at their Level I and Level II Avalanche courses… and they need your help to raise money and keep the education going. If you ever think about stepping foot in Bear Creek or any other backcountry terrain… you need the skills and knowledge the San Juan Field School provides. Fundraiser, movie, raffle, gear and more! Tickets are $10, sold at the door, 7:00pm-10:00pm. For more information, visit: www.sanjuanfieldschool.com

Friday, January 27^th – Oakhurst – Denver, CO based “Rocky Mountain Guerilla Grass” band, Oakhurst, will rock out The Llama this Friday night. Take a string band and swap out the fiddle player for a groovy drummer and you’re well on your way to understanding their sound. A mixture of Bluegrass and Rock n’ Roll… these guys have shared stages with Leftover Salmon, Yonder Mountain String Band, Emmitt-Nershi Band and many more of our “Telluride regulars”. Grab a tasty Telluride Brewing Company beer at the bar and party down to this danceable concoction. Doors open at 9:00pm and tickets are $10 in advance. For more information, check out their website at: www.oakhurstmusic.com

Saturday, January 28^th – KOTO Lip Sync – The annual lipsync competition is BACK at the Sheridan Opera House. These are the hottest, most sought-after tickets in town. Watch dozens of locals perform hilarious, choreographed routines to your favorite 80’s, 90’s and current hit songs. Last year, we were graced by the presence of Lady Gaga, Susan Boyle and many more ridiculous performances & outfits. 8:00pm – 10:00pm, call KOTO for tickets and/or questions at: 970-728-4334.

Tuesday, January 31^st – Toubab Krewe – The Llama welcomes back the Asheville, NC based instrumental band, Toubab Krewe. Their style includes a pinch of African percussion mixed with the music of Mali… with a touch of jam band. “TK” has performed at some of the largest music festivals in the nation, including Bonnaroo, MerleFest, Music on the Mountaintop, Rothbury and Jam Cruise. Doors open at 9:00pm and tickets are $10 in advance. For more information, check out their website at: www.toubabkrewe.com