Happy August! As we dive into the last bit of summer, Telluride is alive with a fantastic lineup of events and resources. From local farmers’ markets and live music to charity golf tournaments and mushroom festivals, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, these events are perfect for enjoying the community spirit and making the most of the sunny days. Let’s explore what’s happening this month and how you can join in on the fun!
Throughout the Summer
June 7 – Oct 11, Fridays, Telluride Farmer’s Market
All of their goods are produced within 100 miles of Telluride, so you can feel good about shopping local.
June 7 – September 6, Fridays, 5-7PM Music on the Green Summer Concert Series
Music on the Green,” a free summer concert series, takes place on Friday evenings from 5 to 7 p.m., June 7 through September 6 at Reflection Plaza, adjacent to the Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection.
June 12 – September 11, Wednesdays 11am-4PM Mountain Village Farmers Market
Play for Pink
Attention Golfers! It’s time for Telluride’s favorite charity golf Tournament, Play for Pink, a benefit for breast cancer research and the Telluride Medical Center on August 27th at Telluride Golf Club with a 9am shotgun start. Grab your favorite foursome, break out your pink attire and register now for this Telluride tradition. Early birdie pricing is available through August 15th. Contact Katie Singer to sponsor at [email protected]. Click HERE for more information and registration.
August Town Events
- August 2, 12PM, KOTO Duck Race,
- August 3, 9AM-1PM, PaddleSUP for TASP
- August 9-11, Telluride Jazz Festival
Telluride Mushroom Festival FREE Events – Click here to view all free events
TMF will have a mushroom ID tent in Elks Park that’s free and open to the public from 9-5 Thursday-Saturday and from 10-2 on Sunday. Right by the ID tent, they will have their free workshop tent with lectures and workshops throughout the weekend. Vendor Village will be open during the same hours and will host 26 vendors, including 3 food vendors which include our Rico neighbors, Bae Brothers BBQ, Moab Food Kitchen and Durango-Based Luv Tempeh.
Wednesday, August 14th
- Myco Beer Launch Party with music: Quattlebuam and High Country Huslte from 4:30PM-9:30PM at the Sheridan Opera House
Thursday, August 15th
- Mushroom Hunting 101: The Basics – Intended for Newcomers to Mushroom Hunting from 9:30AM-10:30AM at Wilkinson Public Library
- Mycelial Wisdom Integration Through Art taught by Alison Tarwater at Telluride Arts Gallery West in the old Coffee Shop/Bookstore
- Open Myc Night Hosted by Art Goodtimes 3-5PM Thursday from 3-5PM
- Overview of the Fungal Kingdom by Dr. Gordan Walker
- Biochar Production Workshop with Larry Evans and Kris Holstrom
- West African Drumming Workshop from 11AM-1PM in Town Park Core Area
- Integration Space from 12-5:30PM at the Telluride Arts Gallery West in the old Coffee Shop/Bookstore
- Fabulous Plants and their Fungal Friends from 2PM-3PM at Wilkinson Public Library
Friday, August 16th
- Yoga with Kye – Cosmic Connection Flow from 9AM-10AM at the Wilkinson Public Library Outside Terrace
- Molecular Identification of Fungi with Amy Honan from 10AM-11AM in the Wilkinson Public Library Program Room
- Alchemical Mushroom Sound Bath from 10:30AM-11:30AM (requires sign up) at the Wilkinson Public Library Outside Terrace
- Free Cooking Workshop: Intro to Cooking Common Edible Mushrooms from 11AM-12:30AM at Elks Park
- West African Drumming Workshop from 11AM-1PM in Town Park Core Area
- Mushroom Hunting 202: A Few Delicious and Distinctive Colorado Edible Mushrooms with Ken Kassenbrock from 11:30AM-12:30PM in the Wilkinson Public Library Program Room
- Book Signings with Art Goodtimes from 1PM-1:30PM at Between the Covers Bookstore
- Mushrooms of Ecuador by Alan Rockefeller from 1-2PM in the Wilkinson Public Library Program Room
- Integration Space from 12PM-PM at the Telluride Arts Gallery West in the old Coffee Shop/Bookstore
Saturday, August 17th
- Book Signings with Tradd Cotter and Alison Pouliot from 9-10AM at Between the Covers Bookstore
- Mushroom ID Tent Discussion: What’s Been Coming In? From 10AM-10:30AM at the Elk’s park Workshop Tent
- Costume Creations for the Mushroom Parade with Riitta Ikonen from 10AM – 2PM at the Ah Haa Curiousity Shop
- Wild Foods Recipe Workshop with Katrina Blair from 12-1:30PM at the Elk’s park Workshop Tent
- Integration Space from 12-6PM at the Telluride Arts Gallery West in the old Coffee Shop/Bookstore
- Mushroom Parade 3PM
Sunday, August 18th
- Caminata de Recoleccion en Espanol- Spanish-Speaker Foray from 9AM-12PM, meeting in front of Wilkinson Public Library
- Integration Space from 9-12PM at the Telluride Arts Gallery West in the old Coffee Shop/Bookstore
Events at Wilkinson Public Library
Click here for the full events calendar.
Recurring Events
- August 4, 11, 18 and 25, Sundays, 2:30-4:30PM Tea and Tarot – REGISTRATION REQUIRED
- August 5, 12 and 23, Mondays, Teen Trivia
- August 6, 13 and 20 Tuesdays, 2 – 4PM, Teen Cook
- August 2, 9, 16 and 23, Fridays, 8:30-10AM Yoga for ALL with Jane & Jay
- August 9, 16, 23 & 30, Fridays 12 –1PMMidday Mindfulness with Crisanne
- August 3, 7 and 24, Saturday’s 10 – 11AM, Zumba con Erin
- August 7 and 14, Wednesdays, 1-4PM Adventure Wednesdays l Miércoles Aventurosos
- August 7 and 14, 12-1PM, Self Defense for Adults
- August 9, 2-4PM, Tween Foraging with Domi and Carli
Local Resources
Telluride Food Pantry
Telluride Food Pantry Distribution Details:
Contact: (970) 708-1947.
When: Every Thursday, 1:00PM- 6:00PM. Note: Food distribution occurs throughout the year, but not on holidays. If a holiday falls on a Thursday, distribution will shift to the preceding Tuesday.
Location: Behind the Second Chance Thrift Store, located on W. Colorado and N. Aspen Street.
How to Receive Food: Eligibility extends to anyone in need living in San Miguel County or the West End of Montrose County. Proof of address may be requested. Recipients are welcome once per week for food allocation. To expedite pick-up, pre-order non-perishable foods at telluridefoodpantry.org.
For more information or to place online orders, visit the Telluride Food Pantry website.
Financial Assistance for Behavioral Health Services
The San Miguel Behavioral Health Solutions Fund offers up to six counseling sessions, reimbursed at a rate of $110 per session, to residents and workers in San Miguel County. This reimbursement is paid directly to the counselor. If a counselor charges more than $110 per session, clients are responsible for paying the difference. This initiative aims to lower the barriers to accessing mental health care and foster a healthier community.
Additionally, individuals earning less than 400% of the Federal Poverty Level are eligible for an extra six sessions, also reimbursed at $110 per session. We’ve made recent adjustments to hopefully make accessing services more simplified and user friendly for both clients and therapists.
For detailed information or to arrange a consultation at the Telluride Medical Center, please click here or call us at (970) 728-3848.
