2026 Artist Additions and Schedule
A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Community, Creativity, and Culture
As ski season returns to Colorado’s high country, Telluride gears up for its most colorful winter celebration: Telluride Gay Ski Week (TGSW), taking place February 28–March 7, 2026, LGBTQ+ skiers and allies will experience a week of world-class skiing, unforgettable shows, and meaningful community connection in one of the most scenic mountain towns in the world.
Headlining the 2026 event are Olympic freestyle skier Gus Kenworthy, comedian Joe Dombrowski, DJ duo Bears in Space and drag icon Suzy Wong. New additions to the lineup feature drag queens Manila Luzon, Gadfrie Arbulu, Zhané Dawlingz and Pattaya Hart, DJ's kidpeace, BASH along with dancers Skyler Newcom, Jesse Hoisington, Pollux, Ethan Kirschbaum from AJA Talent and burlesque performers Miss Daddy Long Legs, Miss Lovevontopp, Vixen D’Amore and Knuxx Deep from Telluride Theatre’s House of Shimmy Shake.
From ski meetups and après-ski parties to comedy, drag, and live music, Telluride Gay Ski Week blends mountain adventure with unforgettable entertainment. Signature favorites like the Glitter Ball, Gay Sleigh, and Sweet Madness Alpine Party return alongside exciting additions, including a Western-themed Hoedown After-Party at the historic Sheridan Opera House, plus après ski at the Last Dollar Saloon and Telluride’s new speakeasy, Van Atta.
2026 TGSW Lineup Highlights
Host: Gus Kenworthy
Comedian: Joe Dombrowski
Master of Ceremonies: “Digi” Dave Amirault
DJs: Bears in Space, Aaron Clark, Jeffrey Sfire, Polyglamorous, Star Amerasu, Por Detroit (Don Esquivel & Perfect Lovers), kidpeace, CASTLE, BASH
Drag Performers: Suzy Wong, Manila Luzon, Gadfrie Arbulu, Zhané Dawlingz, Pattaya Hart
Dancers: AJA Talent featuring Skyler Newcom, Ethan Kirshbaum, Jesse Hoisington, Pollux
Burlesque & Go-Go: Mile High Go-Go Company featuring Axel, Billy Upchurch, Cody Moore, Jordan Dahlheimer, Sapphire, Miss Daddy Long Legs; House of Shimmy Shake featuring Knuxx Deep, Miss Daddy Long Legs, Miss Lovevontopp, Vixen D’Amore
“We are proud to welcome some of the best LGBTQ+ performers and personalities for a jam-packed week that is truly a community affair,” says event director Steve Gumble. “The warm welcome and community experience at Telluride Gay Ski Week is like no other. Our towns, partners, ski resort staff, and performers are fully invested in creating something special. Watching Suzy Wong (aka Arnold Myint) perform at the Drag and Burlesque Show, then experiencing her culinary talents at a fundraiser with our dining partner The National — it’s all here. Dancing to Bears in Space all night and joining their ski bike gang the next day — it’s all part of the experience. Taking thrilling turns with locals, new friends, and pros like Gus Kenworthy and ‘Digi’ Dave Amirault — it’s an experience unique to Telluride. Telluride Gay Ski Week isn’t just an event — it’s a celebration of community. Be part of it!”
Schedule Highlights
Saturday, February 28:
Kick off Telluride Gay Ski Week with group skiing and a collaborative après-ski party with the Telluride AIDS Benefit Fashion Show models, followed by the Fashion Show Gala at the Telluride Conference Center.
Sunday, March 1:
Join the group ski meetup and après at The Last Dollar Saloon, followed by dinner at Brown Dog Pizza and late-night fun at The Alibi.
Monday, March 2:
Ski and lunch at Gorrono Ranch, shop the Telluride AIDS Benefit Fashion Sale at the Ah Haa School for the Arts, and enjoy après at Van Atta Speakeasy. Dinner at The Wood Ear Whiskey Lounge leads into another lively night at The Alibi.
Tuesday, March 3:
Spend the day carving fresh turns on the mountain, then head to The Alibi for an energetic après-ski event featuring DJ Bash. As evening falls, saddle up for one of TGSW’s most beloved signature experiences: The Gay Sleigh. This enchanting horse-drawn sleigh ride winds through the historic Aldasoro Ranch, culminating in an intimate Spanish Basque-style dinner served inside a cozy, authentic sheep-herder’s tent — a truly unforgettable alpine evening.
Wednesday, March 4:
The week kicks into high gear with Ski With a Local groups, the cozy Gay Chalet, and après at The Peaks Resort. Cap off the day with Joe Dombrowski’s stand-up comedy show and dinner at Latin Creations.
Thursday, March 5:
Challenge yourself in Extreme Skiing groups, then ski into Sweet Madness, an alpine dance party at 10,000 feet with CASTLE. Enjoy après at The Peaks Resort, dinner at The National with Suzy Wong, and the dazzling White Party with DJ sets from Star Amerasu and Polyglamorous.
Friday, March 6:
Experience “Ski With a Local,” the Pride Ski Parade, and Dancing on the Deck at Gorrono Ranch. The night features the spectacular Burlesque & Drag Show at the Telluride Conference Center followed by the Western-themed Hoedown at the historic Sheridan Opera House, with DJs Por Detroit and Aaron Clark.
Saturday, March 7:
Wrap up the week with a Pool Party at The Peaks Resort, dinner at 221 South Oak, and the ultimate sendoff: the Glitter Ball featuring Bears in Space at the Telluride Conference Center.
Tickets & Lift Passes
Early Bird 4-Day packages and lift tickets are on sale now. 4-Day Pass Prices Increase and single event tickets go on sale Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 10 am (MST) at telluridegayski.com/tickets.
Early Bird 4-Day Pass (incl. Pool Party) are available now for $499 but prices will increase to $525. Early Bird 4-Day Pass (not incl. Pool Party) are available now for $440 and will increase to $465.