Après-ski - pronounced [AH]·[PRAY]·[SKI] - is the French phrase for social hour “after-skiing” and Telluride takes its Après-ski seriously. Join us at these dynamic social gatherings throughout the week to connect with others and cap-off a day on the slopes. When it comes to Après-Ski, we have it all - fancy cocktails, historic watering holes, incredible views, and several local breweries to explore. From extra hoppy IPAs to locally distilled peppermint schnapps, kick back at the end of a long day in the mountains and enjoy! Explore the Après-Ski details below and join us daily for a fun transition into the evening.
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Celebrated chefs, culinary excellence, extensive wine lists, creative cocktails, and extraordinary service - our favorite local spots full of character and charm. We are honored to showcase our dining partners that support the LGBTQ+ community. Our dining partners are an instrumental component of our event experience and we carefully select each partner for good reasons – we believe in them and their alignment with our fans. They believe in us.
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Winter is in full swing at the world-class ski destination of Telluride, Colorado as Telluride Gay Ski Week (TGSW) releases their lineup of performers. Set for February 22 - March 1, 2025, the LGBTQ+ winter celebration of outdoor recreation will feature Olympian Gus Kenworthy, live performances from Horse Meat Disco, Bears in Space, DAD SF, Perfect Lovers, Drag Queens Suzy Wong, Raja Gemini, Willam and Pattaya Hart, AJA Dancers, stand-up comedians Sam Morrison: SUGAR DADDY and special guests to be announced, Telluride Theatre's House of Shimmy Shake Burlesque Performers, Sage Grey's Mile High Go-Go Company Dancers and more.
Read MoreMake new friends and be part of the magic! We’re looking for reliable, hard-working and fun-loving people to help us put on the show. Make the most out of your time in Telluride and get involved with the community. Volunteers earn event tickets along with the feeling of being an important part of an event that advocates for our rights to live openly and authentically. We encourage anyone interested in getting involved to read the details below, select the activities in which they’d like to participate and apply now. Volunteering is a great way to make new friends and be a part of the "behind the scenes" action.
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Make lifelong memories at Telluride Gay Ski Week on February 22 - March 1, 2025. Join us for 8 days of skiing, live music, epic parties and so much more in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. With gorgeous accommodations located just steps away from outdoor winter activities, Telluride Gay Ski Week has something for everyone. Tickets are on sale now - Get yours today and don't miss out!
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After some time to decompress and reflect on what was truly an amazing week of celebrating diversity, equality and inclusivity on and off the ski slopes, we are deeply grateful and appreciative for the support for our beautiful LGBTQ+ community. Thank you all for making the event so incredible and a powerful display of support.
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How did we do? Share your experience and help us improve. Take the survey below for a chance to win passes to next year's event! We know there are plenty of LGBTQ+ events out there to choose from and we genuinely appreciate that you chose ours. We want to know your thoughts and feedback.
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Après-ski - pronounced [AH]·[PRAY]·[SKI] - is the French phrase for social hour “after-skiing” and Telluride takes its Après-ski seriously. Join us at these dynamic social gatherings throughout the week to connect with others and cap-off a day on the slopes. When it comes to Après-Ski, we have it all - fancy cocktails, historic watering holes, incredible views, and several local breweries to explore. From extra hoppy IPAs to locally distilled peppermint schnapps, kick back at the end of a long day in the mountains and enjoy! Explore the Après-Ski details below and join us daily for a fun transition into the evening.
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Celebrated chefs, culinary excellence, extensive wine lists, creative cocktails, extraordinary service and our favorite local dives full of character. We are honored to showcase our dining partners that support the LGBTQ+ community. Our dining partners are an instrumental component of our event experience and we carefully select each partner for good reasons – we believe in them and their alignment with our fans. They believe in us. These are the restaurants that make Telluride great.
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Set for February 24 - March 2, 2024, the LGBTQ+ winter celebration of outdoor recreation features Olympian Gus Kenworthy, DJ’s Bears In Space, Tone Ranger, DUGAN, Sean O'Grady, kidpeace, DJ Leaux, CASTLE, comedians Daniel Webb, Brad Loekle and Roz Hernandez, drag queens Suzy Wong, Pattaya Hart, Aria PettyOne, burlesque dancers from Telluride Theatre’s House Of Shimmy Shake, performance dancers from AJA Talent, go-go dancers from Sage Grey's Mile High Go-Go Company and many more performers.
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Start planning your week now and don't miss any of the action! Get ready to make lifelong friends and memories! Enjoy a week full of events, live music, parties and more with plenty of time to explore the world class terrain that Telluride Ski Resort has to offer. For those new to the area or looking to make some friends while making some turns, ski groups will be available.
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As wintertime in the mountains draws closer with each passing day, Telluride Gay Ski Week (TGSW) announces the 2024 ticket options. Two packages will be available for attendees to enjoy the events that fit their ideal schedule, ranging from the week-long Powder Hound Pass to the partial-week Party Pass, along with a-la-carte tickets to individual events. Both packages include TGSW highlights like the White Party, Burlesque & Drag show and Glitter Ball closing party.
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After some time to decompress and reflect on what was a phenomenal week, it’s hard to put in words how grateful we are for the support of our beautiful LGBTQ+ community. Thank you for making the entire week so incredible and a fantastic display of equality, inclusivity and awareness. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to all of our artists, staff, partners, volunteers and most importantly the loyal attendees that make this unique event so special. Without you, it would not be possible, and your dedication gives us a deep appreciation for the amazing community that makes this event so amazing. We hope to see everyone back next year for the 22nd Annual Telluride Gay Ski Week on February 24 - March 2, 2024.
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Thank you for joining us at the 2023 Telluride Gay Ski Week! We know there are plenty of LGBTQ+ events out there to choose from and we genuinely appreciate that you chose us. We want to know your thoughts and feedback. Complete the survey below by midnight on Friday, April 14 to be entered for the chance to win a pair of Passes to next year's event!
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It’s finally here! Telluride Gay Ski Week is bigger, bolder and more fabulous than ever! Join us for a week-long celebration of equality, inclusivity and awareness with tons of activities for everyone. We’ve compiled the entire week into a comprehensive Top To Bottom Guide that has all the info you’ll need to have the best time ever. From fashion tips on how to pack to event reminders for those “can’t miss” moments ahead, explore the guide below and get ready to make lifelong friends and memories. As the new producers of the 21st Annual Telluride Gay Ski Week, we couldn’t be more proud to say welcome. Welcome to our town, our mountain and our event that celebrates the beauty of our LGBTQ+ community. Here’s to a week of flying our flags high and skiing our hearts out.
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Join us for two special events to celebrate the ladies and all who identify as such who make our LGBTQ+ community truly exceptional! On Sunday, February 26, we are hosting a Ladies Brunch at 10 AM at Floradora Saloon and on Wednesday, March 1, we are hosting a Ladies Luncheon at Allred’s at 12 PM.
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Join author Dan Bolen for a discussion, review and signing of his book “The Courage To Be Courageous” on Thursday, March 2 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Between The Covers Bookstore. The book is the personal story out of struggle and darkness into peace and light through transparency and acceptance. Explore how the book has evolved into a larger purpose - to help others overcome their own fears.
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Step into the celebrated and storied past with the Telluride Historical Museum at this year’s Telluride Gay Ski Week! The Historical Museum will host the Walking Tour on Thursday afternoon, March 2, allowing attendees to explore the unique history of the charming town. The Tour and the museum are great ways to discover the rich mining, Ute Native American, ski and festival history that has earned the town the designation of a National Historical Landmark. Presenter and long-time local resident Ashley will guide visitors through Telluride’s storied past and celebrated landmarks.
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Friday, February 17 is the last chance to get discounted Lift Tickets through Telluride Gay Ski Week! Get your lift ticket order on our website to save. Don’t miss out! Purchase your lift tickets at the special discounted rate - You won’t find cheaper deals at the ticket window or anywhere else. Save $34/each day on 1-3 days of skiing and $44/each day on 4+ days of skiing.
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Registrations are now open for the Costume & Drag Ski Race! We encourage everyone to sign-up, dress up and ski down to Gorrono Ranch in your costume to the music of your choice for a chance to earn epic prizes! Showcase your inner self - judges Gus Kenworthy, Suzy Wong, Bitter Betty will be awarding 1st, 2nd and 3rd place honors for the best-dressed skiers/snowboarders while DJ Sinna G sets the party vibe. Get the details and sign-up now.
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