For the Younger Festivarians
The festivarian family that makes the trek to Telluride every year isn't just adults. Many families have been attending the festival for several generations, kids who grew up at Telluride Bluegrass are now bringing along their own kids to join the festivarian family for the first time.
Activities for kids include the family area inside the Festival grounds, hiking, horseback riding, and other activities in the town of Telluride and Mountain Village. Questions or comments? Check out the "TBF 101 for families" discussion on the Festivarian Forum.
The Family Tent
The Family Tent provides whimsical, musical and educational activities for children and their parents. We are not a daycare facility so we ask that parents sign in and accompany their kids while in this area at all times. The Family Tent is open from 10am to 5pm each day except Thursday (noon–5pm), and most activities are free. Please see daily schedule in program centerspread and in locations around the festival.
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Living Folklore Clowns
Living Folklore is proud to return to Telluride for their 15th year, entertaining children and families with their colorful characters and puppets that inspire and encourage all of us to dream bigger to make a better world. Over the years the fantastical world of The Giggle Bubble has grown to include the award-winning Funny Bone Logic DVD and their latest book Giggle Bubble Dreams. In addition this year, children 12 years and older are invited to share their dreams for the international “We Dream the Future” youth video project. We are happy to have puppeteer Dennis The Red joining in the fun this year as well as Giggly Sprout, Gumbo Wobbly, and a new cast of characters! Learn more about this Telluride favorite at: www.gigglebubble.com
Jugglers' Grove
Juggling Anyone? The Jugglers' Grove offers lessons and free juggling balls for new and experienced jugglers each day. Join juggling veterans Laurie Watson and Jammin’ Jim.
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Betty Hoops
Come join Betty Hoops once again for the best craft party of the summer. Kids & adults can decorate & keep their own hoop using fuzzy fabrics, rainbow colored tapes & 3D stickers. Adult hoopers can come & experience the newest & only collapsible hoop on the market. The Gaiam Hoop is a top of the line 6 segment collapsible hoop with a soft foam padding. Betty Hoops will have many for you to play with & will be teaching Hoop Dance throughout the festival all day, every day for free! For more info, visit www.bettyhoops.com.
The Jammin’ Jim Show
Uncontrollable Laughter is guaranteed from this High Energy Comedy-Juggling-Musical Act . Come to watch an array of circus tricks including the juggling of a flaming bowling ball. The Jammin' Jim Show will create many memorable moments and amuse all ages. Learn more at www.jamminjuggling.com.
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Learn The Diabolo
It’s free to get your spin on during Family Tent hours! Beginner and advanced lessons on the Chinese yo-yo will be offered throughout the weekend with expert Lee Rabideau.
Kids Parade
A beloved Telluride tradition celebrates its 15th Anniversary with this year’s theme of “Music Unites Us Across Borders and Cultures.” Carry a flag, umbrella, or giant puppet through the festival grounds on Sunday afternoon at 3:15pm.
Kids Talent Show
The ever-popular talent show returns on Saturday afternoon for the 15th year.
2011 Family Tent Schedule
- Thursday, June 16, 2011
- Noon-5pm — Jugglers' Grove, Hoop Making, Arts and Crafts
- Friday, June 17, 2011
- 10am — Jugglers' Grove, Hoop Making, Arts and Crafts
- Noon —Funny Bone Logic & Clown Yoga
- 1pm — Gumbo Wobbly’s Quackers & Kazoos Class
- 2pm — Jammin’ Jim Show
- 3pm — A Teddy Bear's Picnic: Songs and Games for the Whole Family
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Saturday, June 18, 2011
Children's Parade - 10am — Jugglers' Grove, Hoop Making, Arts and Crafts
- Noon —Funny Bone Logic & Clown Yoga
- 1pm — Puppet Show with Dennis the Red, Storytelling with Gumbo Wobbly
- 2pm — Drama Class & Talent Show Sign-ups
- 2-4pm — 15th Annual Telluride Kids Talent Show
- Sunday, June 19, 2011
- 10am — Jugglers' Grove, Hoop Making, Arts and Crafts
- noon —Funny Bone Logic & Clown Yoga
- 1pm — Puppet Show with Dennis the Red
- 2pm — Jammin' Jim Show–
- 2:30pm — Parade Preparations
- 3:15pm — 15th Annual Children's Parade (through festival grounds during set-break)
- 3:45pm — Closing Circle
We are not a daycare facility, so parents must accompany their children while at the Family Tent area. Schedule is subject to change. Check the latest schedule in the family area. The Family Tent is open from 10am to 5pm each day except Thursday (noon–pm), and most activities are free.