Festivals and Events

Summer in Colorado is full of food and culture celebrations. Here are some highlights:

June

Telluride Bluegrass Festival. The top acts in bluegrass take the music to new levels in a stunning setting. 800/624-2422. www.bluegrass.com.

Country Jam. The likes of Keith Urban and Blake Shelton party in Grand Junction. 800/780-0526. www.countryjam.com.

June-Aug.

Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival. This festival brings national orchestras to venues around the Valley. 877/812-5700. www.vailmusicfestival.org.

Strings in the Mountains Music Festival. Chamber music, jazz, rock, and country shows take place in Steamboat Springs during this festival. 970/879-5056. www.stringsmusicfestival.com.

July-Aug.

Crested Butte Music Festival. A variety of genres are played among the wildflowers at this summer festival. 970/349-0619. www.crestedbuttemusicfestival.com.

Aug.

Vail International Dance Festival. All types of dance are presented in this series at the beautiful Vilar Center. 888/920-2787. www.vvf.org.

Sept.

Telluride Film Festival. You'll find movie premieres, workshops, and the chance to rub elbows with celebs at this film fest. 510/665-9494. www.telluridefilmfestival.com.