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Top 5 Best Things to do in Telluride this Weekend, 2/2-2/5

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Hart

More SNOW in the forecast!! "The next winter storm will impact Eastern Utah and Western Colorado late tonight through Thursday"... "snow accumulation... 6-12 inches". YESSS. Keep. it. coming. Don't forget we're giving away two tickets to the SOLD OUT Telluride AIDS Benefit Fashion Show (March 3rd) and 2 nights lodging at the Aspen Street Inn!!!! Seriously?? This is amazing. One of the best events of the Winter. Scroll down our blog for more details and to enter! Here are your Top 5 Best Things to do in Telluride this weekend:

Thursday, February 2^nd – The Great Funktier – What better way to kick off the much anticipated weekend… than with a little funk and dancin’ at The Buck?! Your favorite local band will rock out the Last Dollar Saloon tonight for all those wishing to party down... and the best part, it’s FREE! Mix a little Panic, Lionel Richie, some original tunes, Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, a pink Zoot suit… and what do you get? A funky good time with The Great Funktier. Show is free and will start around 9:30-10:00pm. Be there… or be square! (And tip your bartenders) www.thegreatfunktier.com

Thursday, February 2^nd – DJ Paul Basic – Featured on Pretty Lights record label, Colorado producer Paul Basic has developed his own brand of beats, drums and basslines. He’ll be bringing his electro hip-hop movement to The Llama… in his quest for domination of the global dance floor. Grab a Bridal Veil Pale Ale at the bar and dance the night away to this Colorado native. Show is at 9:00pm, $7 at the door. Download his record, ‘The Mirror’ at: www.prettylightsmusic.com/therecordlabel/index.html

Friday, February 3^rd – Trout Steak Revival – Trout Steak Revival is one of the Front Range’s hottest new bluegrass bands...and will be pickin’ at the Bean this Friday night. “Stomp your heels, drink canned beer, and get down to their bluegrass inspired mountain music. After all, we do live in the mountains. You can even download and listen to their original EP here. Friday, Feb. 3rd @ 9:30 P.M. $5 Cover at the door with $6 Boilermakers.” For more info and events at the Bean, visit: www.thesteamingbeantelluride.com

Friday, February 3^rd – Saturday, February 4^th – Ski, Wine and Dine Festival – You know how we like our festivals here in Telluride… Ski, Wine & Dine will be a celebration of fun, food, and wine in Mountain Village. Two days of Grand tastings, Seminars, and Winemaker dinners. Sunday, enjoy a spectacular Super Bowl party with the Patriots vs. Giants on a projection screen accompanied by a BBQ feast. Proceeds from the festival will benefit the Telluride Nordic Association. For more info, schedule, registration and more, goto: www.skiwinedine.com

Sunday, February 5^th – Super Bowl Sunday – Giants vs. Patriots. Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, IN. Coverage starts at 6:29pm ET on NBC. Four years ago, the New York Giants pulled off a huge upset, defeating the heavily favored New England Patriots to win the 2008 Super Bowl. Remember that unforgettable helmet-catch by David Tyree??? We just hope it’s a good game. If you’re a Patriots fan… goto Brown Dog Pizza. I’m sure they will be getting rowdy. Cornerhouse, Tomboy Tavern and Smuggler’s are also great places to catch the game and some grub.

15 FREE things to do in Telluride in the Winter!

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Hart

Whoever said nothing in life is free? If you're looking to experience Telluride this winter without skis, here are 15 FREE things to do in town - It will help your wallet stay happy!

Gondola Ride – The only transportation of its kind in North American, catch a ride on the free Gondola that connects the towns of Telluride and Mountain Village. Open 275 days per year from 7am to Midnight, this scenic ride is a must do. The short, 13 minute ride will leave you speechless as you're surrounded by 13,000 foot peaks. Don’t forget your camera! http://www.townofmountainvillage.com/index.aspx?nid=197
Ice Skating - If you bring your own gear... check out the frozen pond by Bootdoctor's in the core of Mountain Village. Kids 5 years and younger skate for free! In no time you'll be skating like Oksana Baiul! http://www.mountain-village.co.us/index.aspx?nid=193
River Trail - Located in the town of Telluride, the River Trail is a popular path for both locals and tourists trying to take the scenic route. Stretching along the San Miguel River, this is a beautiful trail that connects the East and West ends of town.
Historic Walking Tour - Take this historic walk around town that helps explain how Telluride has grown from a booming mining industry into a world class ski resort. Placards located outside various Victorian style homes give insight to the rich history that helped build this town. http://www.visittelluride.com/sites/default/files/Telluride%20Historic%20Walking%20Tours.pdf
Wilkinson Public Library - You will spend ALL day once you enter the doors of this award winning library. This is a great way to rent books, magazines, DVD's, CD's, and more for your vacation. Also, use the FREE internet to change your flights (because you'll never want to leave T-ride). http://www.telluridelibrary.org/
Nordic Skiing - If you bring your own gear... take advantage of this large Nordic course that weaves through the protected land of the Valley Floor. Located on the west end of town, this is a great exercise to get the leg's burnin' and the heart pumpin' in a beautiful valley setting. http://www.telluridetrails.org/
Snowshoeing - If you bring your own gear... there are endless spots to snowshoe in Telluride if you've got the gear. A popular spot to snowshoe is Bear Creek Trail located on the east end of town. Check out the beautiful nature and backcountry ski terrain. Another great spot, the River Trail (#3). http://www.trails.com/activity.aspx?area=12155
Town Loop Bus - Take a ride on the free transportation provided by the Town of Telluride. This bus will circle around downtown Telluride (7am-Midnight) stopping at various spots to access restaurants, Post Office, and numerous lodging facilities. Catch the Galloping Goose every 10 minutes during the day and every 20 minutes at night! http://www.telluride-co.gov/index.aspx?page=56
Wildlife Viewing - It would be extremely rare to vacation in Telluride and not see any wildlife. While you're driving into town, check out the wild elk herds that feed and rest on the Valley Floor.
Sledding –Telluride Town Park or by Chair #7 are great places to sled after the slopes have closed for the day. Fun for the entire family!
Guided Mountain Tour – If you already have a lift pass... complimentary Mountain Tours led by Telluride Ski Resort Ambassadors, this free daily tour of the ski area incorporates stories of Telluride’s history and facts about the mountain & environment. Tours are for intermediate and above skies and snowboarders only… and depart at 10am from the top of the Coonskin Lift (7). Soon you'll be skiing like a local!
Free Box - A "Telluride Tradition" located right off Main Street, the name says it all. The Free Box is a place to exchange clothes, small trinkets, books, and many other trash or treasures. Be sure to swing by the Free Box and see what you can find! http://www.colorado-for-free.com/FreeThingsToDoColorado/TellurideFreeBox.htm
Fireside Chats - Located right in the core of Mountain Village, this is a great place to unbuckle the boots, grab a bite to eat, and relax. Enjoy "people watching" as you warm up your fingers and toes. Fireside Chats are often organized and help shed light on the rich history of the ski area. http://www.telluridemuseum.org/fireside.html
Sporting Events - Check out the free sporting events happening all winter long such as the World Cup Snowboard Cross, North American Freestyle Mogul Competition (Telluride was awarded the NorAm Cup season opener Feb. 5-9), downhill races, regional hockey games and more.
Colorado's Largest Waterfall - Check out Colorado's largest (365 ft.) freefalling waterfall at the end of the box canyon. In the winter, it’s the home of extreme ice climbing. This waterfall is rich in history (AC current was invented in the house perched on top) and absolutely breathtaking! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bridal_Veil_Falls_(Telluride)

Top 5 Best Things to do in Telluride this week, 12/5-12/11

Posted on December 5, 2011 by Hart

How was everyone's weekend?! We had a great one here... 9+ inches, lifts 5 & 6 opened and Tebow dominated the Vikings! TEBOWING! Town is hopping and it's only going to get better. Lots going on this week... holiday events, live music and preparing for the World Cup. The course is beginning to look great and a couple athletes came in town over the weekend to begin training and ski some powder stashes. @LindsJacobellis reports: "Had a great day at #Telluride, fresh pow and afternoon training". Here's a photo from the course construction under Lift 4. Looking good fellas... keep up the good work. Have a great week!

Wednesday, December 7^th – Noel Night – Get into the Christmas spirit and enjoy town-wide specials, holiday treats, tree lighting, caroling and more all day long for the 25^th Anniversary Telluride Noel Night. This is the perfect time to get your discounted Christmas shopping done as many local businesses will have “grab bag” discounts – 10%, 20%, 30%... even up to 50% off certain goods! For an entire list of special events and each local business’ participating, check out: http://www.visittelluride.com/festivals-events/calendar/2011-12-07/noel-night

Wednesday, December 7^th – Bluegrass Festival Tickets on Sale – FESSSTIVAAAL! Your favorite Summer Solstice party will be going down this year on June 21^st -24^thso get your tickets early because it will definitely sell-out! 2012 Telluride Bluegrass Tickets go on sale at 9am MST on Wednesday… just in time to get that special someone the best Christmas present they’ve ever received. Seriously. If you haven’t been to the Bluegrass Fest before… it’s a must-do bucketlist item for anyone! SOOO much fun. For more info and to buy tickets, click here: http://www.bluegrass.com/telluride/

Thursday, December 8^th – The Great Funktier @ The Llama – These funky monkeys are back and ready to party. They rocked out the Moon over Thanksgiving… and they’re ready to break it down Thursday night at The Llama. Come dance your butt off and make sure you preview their new EP Hunting Season on iTunes. A teaser video will launch on their Facebook Page this week. Check it out here: https://www.facebook.com/thegreatfunktier

Friday, December 9^th – Jingle Jam & Tree Lighting Ceremony – The Town of Mountain Village will host their own “Noel Night” called Jingle Jam all day Friday. Celebrate in the Village with a tree lighting ceremony, sit with Santa Claus, holiday music, free ice skating, special holiday deals all day and cookies! Ski all day, grab an après drink and then get your Christmas shopping done. Free ice skating and cookies??! We’re there! For an entire list of special events and each local business’ participating, check out: http://www.visittelluride.com/festivals-events/calendar/2011-12-09/jingle-jam-annual-tree-lighting-ceremony

Saturday, December 10^th – Old Fashioned Christmas at Schmid Ranch – The Telluride Historical Museum will host the Old Fashioned Christmas Party at Schmid Ranch this weekend from 1-5pm. Enjoy a bonfire, tree cutting, Santa Claus, horse drawn carriage rides and more holiday fun. For more info or directions to the ranch, go to the Museum’s website: http://telluridemuseum.org/

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Top 5 Best Things to do in Telluride this Weekend, 12/1-12/4

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Hart

Hello December! The month of holiday cheer, good food, SNOW, reindeer, milk & cookies, family and SKIING! We've got a BIG month ahead of us here in Telluride... events, concerts, World Cup athletes, lots of skiing and more. Stay tuned on our blog and Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/TellurideCO) for the best things to do in town over the next few weeks. Oh yea... and THINK SNOW!

Friday, December 2^nd – Sunday, December 4^th – Holiday Art Bazaar – The Telluride Arts Presents the annual Holiday Art Bazaar with cool gifts and trinkets from over 40 regional and local artists. Come by the Telluride High School Cafeteria starting on Friday night at 5-7pm, Saturday 11am-7pm and Sunday 11am-3pm. Buy local and get some great stocking stuffers for the holidays! For more information visit: http://telluridearts.org/

Friday, December 2^nd – Sunday, December 4^th – Robin Hood, a musical – The Sheridan Opera House will host 27 young actors and actresses grades 6-8 this weekend for the most hilarious and popular musical plays, Robin Hood. We all know the story… but the Young People’s Theater always have funny twists and turns that make this musical event great for the entire family. The show is at 6pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Adult tickets are $13 and kids are $11. Come support these local kids… or they will show you up on the slopes! For more info, visit: http://www.sheridanoperahouse.com/

Friday, December 2^nd – Sentimental Sweaters @ The Bean – Telluride.com’s very own Sam Burgess will be slappin’ da bass this Friday night with his band Sentimental Sweaters. “It’s kind of like Tenacious D with soul”, says Burgess. Make sure you come up and support some local music and order a bunch of Moscow Mule’s. Never had one? They’re delicious. Show starts at 9pm. The photo below is not Ethan and Sam... but it surely is awesome. Visit The Bean on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/thesteamingbean

Saturday, December 3^rd – Wine 101: A Guided Tasting – Learn about different types of wine and food-pairing techniques at the Peaks Resort this Saturday night from 4-6pm. Steve from the Wine Mine will be guiding attendees through five different samplings of wine and the foods that are best paired with them. Tickets are $45 and will get you plenty of vino, tapas and a chance to bid on Silent Auction items donated by Boot Doctors, Hot Yoga and more… all supporting the University Centers of the San Miguel. For more info, visit: http://www.ucsanmiguel.org/

Sunday, December 4^th – Dinner with Friends – Join Telluride local and good friend Chef Bud at the Wilkinson Public Library for a delicious dinner & demonstration featuring The Best of Books & Cooks Recipes. Seated dinner, cocktail & dessert demos, wine, live music and door prizes all going down starting at 6pm at the Library. Chef Bud is the man and an amazing Chef… go check this event out!!! Ticket prices are $40 per person, limited to 40 guests. For more info, visit: http://www.telluridelibrary.org/

Have you seen Guy on a Buffalo? Oh man... it's a classic. Enjoy!

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Top Best Things to do in Telluride, 10/6-10/16

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Hart

We received over 5 inches of snow this morning... time to break out the skis and get ready for Narnia to set in! As Offseason quickly approaches... we've still got LOTS going on in town. Offseason is really one of the best times to visit... cool temps, pretty fall weather, snow-capped peaks, not as busy, perfect hiking conditions and ANYTIME in Telluride is a good time! Here's your Top Best Things to do in town for the next 2 weeks (we'll update when more events arise):

Thursday, October 6^th – Pinhead Institute Science Soiree – Our friends over at The River Club are hosting the Science Soiree from 5:30-7:00pm with a FREE wine reception (donations welcome). Featuring Andrew Berry, Harvard University Pinhead’s Science Soiree lets you engage with scientists participating in our esteemed Scholars in the Schools program. This program enables students from schools thought the region to interact with PhD scientists from around the world specializing in everything from nanoscience, to chemistry, to biology, to climatology and much more. Dr. Berry will be on hand to speak about the mysteries of human evolution at our 1^st Science Soiree of the season.

Friday, October 7^th – Telluride Farmer’s Market – Get your fresh produce while you still can… not only is this one of the last Farmer’s Markets of the summer, but it’s also dumping snow outside… which means it’s time to stock up for the cold, long winter ahead.

Saturday, October 8^th – St. Patrick’s Church Chili Cookoff – The St. Pats Holy Chili & Salsa Cookoff/Block Party will kick off this Saturday from Noon-6:00pm on Galena Street (from Spruce to Pine). Come show town what you’ve got! Admission is $15 (early bird), $20 at the gate. Tickets are sold at the American National Bank, Ace Hardware, Viking Rentals or call St Pats at 970-728-3387. Live music by The Blisters, The Great Funktier and The Rico Blues Project. Cash money prizes will be given out to the best chili and salsa. Come out for this sizzling Saturday Cookoff!

Wednesday, October 12th - New Faces, New Visions - The Telluride Education Foundation invites you to 'New Faces - New Visions - The Future of Education in Telluride" at The River Club on Wednesday evening from 5:30-7:30pm. Joins us for an informative evening on the future of our children's education with guests: Kyle Schumacher - Superintendent, Telluride R1 School District and Joseph Stefani - Head of School, Telluride Mountain School. Limited bar and light apps will be served!

Thursday, October 13th - Lunafest - The Ah Haa School of Arts presents, Lunafest, short films by, for, about Women. Appetizers and drinks will be served and the program will feature 9 selected short films by, for and about Women. Come out to the Ah Haa School at 7:00pm on Thursday! For more info, visit: http://www.ahhaa.org

Friday, October 14^th – Sunday, October 16^th – Telluride Horror Festival – Get ready to get spooked… the 2^nd annual Telluride Horror Show will return to town… bringing back the best in horror, sci-fi, fantasy & scary movies to the Sheridan Opera House and Nugget Theatre. Don’t forget… we’re giving away two, 3-day passes and 3 nights lodging at the Aspen Street Inn to a lucky couple! Enter the contest on our Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/TellurideCO or ENTER HERE: http://bit.ly/nseV9Y

Sunday, October 16^th – Gondola Closes for Offseason – Your favorite (and prettiest) public transportation in the nation (or the world??) will close down for the offseason beginning at midnight on Sunday the 16^th. Maintenance crews will work for a couple weeks getting the free ride ready for the 2011/2012 Winter Ski Season… and will reopen at 7:00am on Friday, November the 18th. So get your last Gondola ride of the season in before Thanksgiving weekend and don't forget your camera... the views are amazing right now!

To celebrate another wonderful summer season of free transportation on the Gondola... check out Telluride's version of 'Cash Cab'... the Gondola Game Show! Enjoy.

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Your Blues & Brews Bible

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Hart

Who’s ready for some Blues, Brews and GORGEOUS views? We want you to be ready for an epic weekend here in Telluride… so we’ve created the “Blues & Brews Bible” – A complete guide on what to do, what to bring, who to see, where to eat/drink/play and any other info that will help you have the best weekend of your life. CHEERS!

What to Do – A lot of your time will be taken up in Town Park (not a bad thing)… BUT, if you want to get outside and explore all that Telluride has to offer, here are a few recommendations on ‘What to Do’ around town this weekend:

Drink Beer – Yes, please. The general theme of the entire festival is to drink beer and be merry… Saturday will host 50+ microbreweries from across the nation during the Grand Tasting in Town Park. Make sure you travel around and “taste” these amazing brews. And don’t forget to vote for your favorite brew (you’ll receive a chip in your tasting glass to place at your favorite brewery tent). For a complete list of ALL the breweries attending this year’s festival, click here: http://tellurideblues.com/breweries.html
Sunset Blues Concert – Thursday night, September 15^th from 5:00-7:00pm the Sugar Thieves will perform a FREE show in Mountain Village at the Sunset Plaza. Bring a blanket, bottle of wine and kickoff the 18^th annual Telluride Blues and Brews in style!
The Great Funktier (local funk band) at The Last Dollar Saloon – Thursday night, September 15^th, your favorite local band, The Great Funktier, will bring down the house at The Last Dollar Saloon (“The Buck”). This is SURE to be an awesome time and the show is FREE! Bring your party pants… because this is going to be funky. For more info, check them out on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegreatfunktier
Telluride Farmers Market - Friday afternoon from 11:00am-4:00pm on South Oak Street, the Telluride Farmers Market will take place. Stroll through many local vendors and farmers providing great products - flowers, vegetables, kettle corn popcorn (you've got to try this stuff!), live music, massages, art and much more! For a list of vendors, visit: http://www.thetelluridefarmersmarket.com/
Go to a Juke Joint (or two) – One of the best parts of our festival season… are the Late Night shows! The venues are amazing, the music rocks and it’s a great way to party down late into the night. Buy a Friday and/or Saturday Juke Joint ticket and you’ll be able to attend a show of your choice (first come, first serve)… but make sure you get to these early, they will definitely sell-out! We recommend going to ANYTHING at the Sheridan Opera House and don’t miss moe. at Hanley Pavilion or Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band at The Llama! For a Juke Joint schedule, visit: http://tellurideblues.com/jukeschedule.html
Blues for Breakfast - The top 6 entries from the Telluride Acoustic Blues Competition will play at the Elks Lodge on Saturday, September 17th from 9:00am-Noon. The winner of the competition will play on Main Stage later that afternoon. Come eat pancakes and cheer on the finalists! For more info, check out: http://tellurideblues.com/competition.html
Hike – If you need a break (recommended) from all the delicious beer… check out one of our amazing hiking trails that start from Downtown. Bear Creek Trail is less than one block from Town Park (S. Pine Street) and is a perfect beginner trail (5 miles round trip, gradual the entire way) up to the beautiful Bear Creek Falls. If you need a little more challenging hike, check out the Jud Wiebe Trail (N. Aspen Street) that takes you to an overlook of the entire town. This trail is fairly steep at the beginning (2.5 miles round trip) with several switchbacks… but, the view from the top is worth every step. Bring your camera for killer shots of Town, Town Park, the Ski Resort and more. For more information and pictures of local hikes, check out our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TellurideCO
Ride the Gondola – The only FREE transportation of its kind in the country… the Gondola is a must-do while visiting Telluride. If you don’t journey up to the free concert on Thursday night, make sure you take the time to check out this spectacular ride. Get out up top (San Sophia) to hike around or ride it down into Mountain Village to check out the local bars, shops and restaurants.
Walk the River Trail – Our "major" thoroughfare in the town of Telluride, the River Trail connects the West end of Telluride to the East End & Town Park. Take a walk along the beautiful San Miguel River to and from your condo or hotel... or walk all the way "Down Valley" to get some excerise and/or see wild Elk.
Mingle with the Locals – After spending the weekend here in Telluride... you're going to want to come back, we can promise you that. Mingle with some locals at the festival, bar, restaurants... and make friends. It's always good to have a connection in town so you can get the "local scoop" when you visit us again for the ski season or next summer!
See Bridal Veil Falls – Want to check out Colorado's largest free-falling waterfall? It's right in our backyard. Ideally, a car would be the easiest and closest way to check it out... but you can hike down (along the River Trail) to the parking area and see the falls and old mining structures. At 360+ feet, its a must-see!

What to Bring – Make sure you pack for all 4 seasons… Telluride weather is extremely hard to predict. It’s been dipping down into the cooler temps (40’s) at night, so pack accordingly. Pack a rain jacket, hiking boots and a sun hat. Don’t forget your CAMERA. You’ll find great opportunities to take some beautiful photos around town and great pictures of your drunk friends. Oh yea, don’t forget to pack your Party Pants.

For a complete list on what to bring, what NOT to bring, what’s provided on the Festival Grounds, etc… check out: http://tellurideblues.com/generalinfo-festivalguide.html

Who to See – This year’s lineup is amazing. You ideally need to see every single show because they’re all incredible and diverse. BUT, if I had to choose a couple unique shows (this is a VERY tough one) that you absolutely can’t miss… these would be the ones (for the complete schedule and times, visit: http://tellurideblues.com/schedule.html):

The Flaming Lips – I’ve never seen The Flaming Lips live in concert… BUT, I’ve only heard good things and have loved their music for years. They recently played at Red Rocks… lead singer Wayne Coyne was in an enclosed bubble crowd surfing and they covered the entire Dark Side of the Moon album. Enough said.
moe. – One of my favorite bands of all time. Travelled to Vegas, Denver, Boulder and NC to see these guys... moe.’s a jamband but less on the “spacey” jams… more on the rock. Reigning from New York City… they put on a fabulous show. GO SEE these guys on Saturday after the Grand Tasting and Saturday night’s Juke Joint show! You won’t be disappointed…
Mavis Staples – Gospel-Soul singer, Mavis Staples is ready to sing her heart out in Town Park. She plays early Sunday morning… but it will be 110% worth seeing Mavis sing a full set of hope, redemption and faith.
Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit – Lead singer from the Drive-By Truckers, Jason Isbell is the man. He's about to lay down his bluesy, whiskey-soaked, soulful voice for all of Telluride. Follow him on Twitter @JasonIsbell... hilarious. Be there.
Yo Mama’s Big Fat Booty Band – These guys & girls are my friends from Asheville, NC and just recently played at Music on the Mountaintop in Boone, NC. Making their first Telluride debut… look out for Mohawks, high-heeled boots and a rockin’ good time.
Willie Nelson – The man, the myth, the legend. Enough said.

Where to Eat – The festival food in Town Park is to die for. Maybe that’s because we only get to eat it a couple times a summer… or maybe it’s because there are no Fast Food restaurants in town. BUT, if you’re looking to get out of Town Park, there are some fabulous places to eat around town… here are the top places to grab a bite to eat while you’re in town. For a list of ALL restaurants, visit the 2011 Telluride Dining Guide here: http://www.telluridediningguide.com/

Brown Dog Pizza – Want to catch some College or NFL Football between sets? Head over to the best Sports Bar in town. Brown Dog Pizza is located on Main Street and has delicious pizza, subs, salads and of course, ice cold PBR on tap.
Floradora – Looking for the best burger in town? Checkout Floradora on Main Street for delicious burgers (get the Matty Burger!), jalapeño poppers, salads, Sliders and more!
New Sheridan – Hands down some of the best food in town. You can eat two ways – very nice or laid back. ‘Very nice’ consists of sitting down for a nice steak and glass of wine. Or you can eat ‘Laid back’ by sitting at the bar or in the Parlor Bar for an informal meal with the same tasty menu.
Baked in Telluride – GREAT spot to grab coffee and a quick breakfast in the morning… “BIT” offers bagels, doughnuts, croissants, muffins, pizza, sandwiches, cookies and a whole lot more.
La Cocina – Delicious spot to grab some organic Mexican food. On main street with indoor and outdoor seating.

Where to Drink – We like to drink here in Telluride... hence, the Blues & BREWS Festival. Here are the top bars we recommend checking out after Town Park to keep the party going:

The Last Dollar Saloon – called “The Buck”… a great, laidback local joint to drink some PBR, play some foosball and mingle with the locals. The Buck is CASH ONLY... so don't be that guy who breaks out a credit card.
New Sheridan – Come shoot some Pool in this historic old-timey bar. Great vibe, music and drinks.
The Steaming Bean – Best place in town to grab a cup of joe in the morning... live music and full bar in the evenings. The perfect, cool hangout spot to get on the internet if you need to and mingle with locals.
The Llama – One of the best margaritas in town… The Llama will host various Juke Joint shows all weekend long. Also, check out their Happy Hour menu – delicious burgers, sushi and DIRTY CHIPS!
Sheridan Opera House – Great place to grab a drink and check out live music! One of my three favorite venues in the COUNTRY (the other two are Red Rocks and Telluride Town Park)... the Opera House is small, intimate, and always a good time. Go see a live show here and check it off your bucketlist.

Where to Park – Parking is always a free-for-all when it comes to 8,000+ people traveling to our tiny town of 2,000 year round residences. Here are tips for parking, camping and more from the Telluride Daily Planet:

Parking meters remain in effect all weekend except Sunday.
Permit parking zones W, O and G are suspended and not in effect Friday through Sunday.
The regular town loop of the Galloping Goose Transit system will operate on Thursday from 7:00am-1:00am, Friday and Saturday from 7:00am-2:00am, and Sunday from 7:00am-midnight.
The Gondola will operate on Thursday from 7:00am-1:00am, Friday and Saturday from 7:00am-2:00am, and Sunday from 7:00am-midnight.
There will be free day and overnight parking available in Mountain Village on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the Gondola Parking Garage. Pay to park day and overnight parking will be available at the Heritage Parking Garage. Space will be limited in the parking garages and parking will not be available on the roadways.
Please no parking on South Oak Street on Friday between 8:00am-6:00pm for the Telluride Farmers Market.
Car camping is not allowed on streets or rights-of-way in the Town of Telluride.

If you have ANY more questions... ask us on our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TellurideCO. Can't make it to this year's Telluride Blues & Brews Festival? KOTO Community Radio Station will be streaming some of the shows LIVE here: http://www.koto.org/

SEE YOU IN TOWN PARK!

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