Safe Festivals
Making Telluride Safer Together
Telluride's festivals bring thousands of visitors to our mountain community each year. Safe Festivals extends our Safe Bars training into the festival environment — giving vendors, staff, and security teams the tools they need to keep everyone safe.
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Managers and vendors complete the Safe Bar Network's "see something, do something" video with a quiz — available online before the event.
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A focused 30-minute training the morning of each festival (9am). All staff, security, and vendors aligned before gates open.
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MRC and San Miguel Public Health staff a visible, welcoming support tent throughout the festival — positioned away from law enforcement for those who need a safe space.
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Zero-tolerance policies in writing for organizers. Positive messaging throughout grounds: "Here's how to have a great time!"
SMRC will be on the ground at participating festivals, staffing a resource tent in partnership with San Miguel Public Health and serving as an advocacy bridge for anyone needing support.
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Festivals targeted for Safe Festivals program in 2026.
Telluride's incredible festival season — made safer together
2026 Festival Calendar
Winter/Spring 2026
Telluride Gay Ski Week
Feb 28 – Mar 7
Summer 2026
Telluride Bluegrass Festival
Jun 18–21
Telluride Jazz Festival
Aug 7–9
Camp Alderwild
Aug 28–29
Fall 2026
Telluride Blues & Brews
Sep 18–20