The Telluride Blues & Brews Festival will return to Colorado September 18-20, 2026, with The Marcus King Band, Jon Batiste, and Taj Mahal & Keb’ Mo’ headlining the three-day event.

The festival, now in its 32nd year, will take place in Telluride Town Park against the backdrop of the San Juan Mountains. Organizers announced the lineup today, confirming the return of the annual celebration that combines blues music with craft beer tastings from breweries across Colorado and beyond.

The Marcus King Band will perform Friday night, bringing their blend of blues, rock, and soul to the main stage. The South Carolina-based group released their latest album last year and has been touring extensively throughout North America.

Jon Batiste takes the Saturday headline slot. The Grammy winner and former bandleader for “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” continues to tour in support of his recent releases while maintaining his reputation as a dynamic performer.

Sunday’s performance will feature the collaboration between Taj Mahal and Keb’ Mo’, two blues veterans who have been performing together since 2017. Their partnership has produced two albums and numerous tours across the United States.

Festival passes go on sale December 1, 2025, through the event website. Three-day passes start at $195, with single-day tickets available beginning in March 2026. The festival typically draws 10,000 attendees over the weekend.

The beer component of the festival will feature more than 50 breweries offering tastings throughout the weekend. Participating breweries and the complete music lineup will be announced in the coming months.

Stay tuned to Breaking And Entering for even more festival news and lineup announcements.