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
2012 brings a return of all your favorite characters to the kids area with some special new additions to the line-up! Gala, a spritely wood elf who knows the secrets of plants, will be entertaining and educating the munchkins about the magic of nature. Dennis The Red Eustace will be back with more puppet mayhem including the whacky Mr. Curmudgeon, the benevolent King Beeblebooble and characters from his forthcoming television program Teddy The Traveler. We are also happy to have Heather Normandale, the sing-sangy songstress with kids songs to make you dance and sing along. Of course Gumbo Wobbly, & your favorite clowns will be there to head up the kids parade with flags, umbrellas and all new giant puppets. Be sure to visit www.gigglebubble.com to see pictures and learn more about the wonderful world of Living Folklore!
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
Carry a flag, umbrella, or one of the new giant puppets as this beloved Telluride tradition meanders through the festival grounds on Sunday afternoon at 2:45pm.
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Kids Talent Show
The ever-popular talent show returns on Saturday afternoon at 3:00pm for the 16th year.
2012 Family Tent Schedule
- Thursday, June 21, 2012
- Noon-5:00pm —Jugglers’ Grove, Hoop Making, Magic, Arts & Crafts
- Friday, June 22, 2012
- 10:00am — Jugglers’ Grove, Hoop Making, Magic, Arts & Crafts
- Noon — Funny Bone Logic & Clown Yoga
- 1:00pm — Gumbo Wobbly’s Quackers & Kazoos Class
- 2:00pm — Magic Show with Colten Hornick
- 3:00pm — A Teddy Bears Picnic: Songs and Games for the whole family with Heather Normandale
- 4:00pm — Jammin' Jim Show
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Saturday, June 23, 2012
Children's Parade - 10:00am — Jugglers’ Grove, Hoop Making, Magic, Arts & Crafts
- 11:30am — Magic Show with Colten Hornick
- Noon — Puppet Show with Dennis The Red including King Beebleboobles Zoo
- 1:00pm — Storytelling with Gumbo Wobbly
- 2:00pm — Drama Class & Talent Show Sign-ups
- 3:00pm — 16th Annual Telluride Kids Talent Show
- Sunday, June 24, 2012
- 10:00am — Jugglers’ Grove, Hoop Making, Magic, Arts & Crafts
- 11:30am — Magic Show with Colten Hornick
- Noon — Music with Heather Normandale
- 12:45pm — Puppet Show with Dennis the Red
- 1:30pm — Jammin' Jim Show
- 2:00pm — Parade Preparations
- 2:45pm — 16th Annual Children's Parade (through festival grounds during set-break)
- 3:15pm — 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–5pm), and most activities are free.