The 2026 Lineup Is Here! Gus Kenworthy, Joe Dombrowski, Bears In Space & More
Get Ready to Slay the Slopes: 2026 Telluride Gay Ski Week Lineup Announced
While the summer sun shines over the San Juan Mountains, we’re already dreaming of snow—and now you can too. Telluride Gay Ski Week (TGSW) has just dropped its 2026 lineup, and this winter’s queerest week on the mountain is shaping up to be our most fabulous yet.
From February 28 to March 7, 2026, the charming alpine town of Telluride, Colorado, will transform into a vibrant playground of winter sports, après-ski energy, nightlife, drag, comedy, and celebration of the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you’re a ski bunny, dance floor diva, or both, this is your cue to start planning.
2026 Telluride Gay Ski Week Lineup:
Host: Gus Kenworthy
DJs: Bears in Space, Aaron Clark, Jeffrey Sfire, Polyglamorous, Star Amerasu, Por Detroit (Don Esquivel & Perfect Lovers), CASTLE + more TBA
Comedians: Joe Dombrowski + more TBA
Drag Queens: Suzy Wong & Friends
MC: “Digi” Dave Amirault"
AJA Dancers
Telluride Theatre's House of Shimmy Shake
Sage Grey's Mile High Go-Go Company: Axel, Billy Upchurch, Cody Moore, Jordan Dahlheimer + more TBA
“We’re serving a fierce lineup of LGBTQ+ talent for this year’s Telluride Gay Ski Week, and we couldn’t be more proud,” said Event Director Steve Gumble. “It’s our third year producing the event, and honey, we’re just getting started. Olympic medalist and hometown heartthrob Gus Kenworthy is back to host, and fan favorites like Suzy Wong and Bears In Space are ready to bring the party. We’re also shaking things up with fresh faces—get ready to laugh with Joe Dombrowski and dance your face off with the iconic DJ collective Por Detroit. Having this level of talent descend on our cozy little mountain town is pure magic—these are the shows everyone will be talking about.”
These artists, performers and personalities are set to join TGSW attendees for a week full of spectacular evening shows, on-mountain events, culinary experiences, après-ski parties and more.
⛷️ What to Expect in 2026
The week’s schedule is stacked with unforgettable experiences:
Daily Après-Ski Meetups: From intimate bar takeovers early in the week to full-blown DJ-fueled dance parties at the Telluride Conference Center later on.
Marquee Events: The Burlesque & Drag Show, White Party, Glitter Ball, Pool Party, Hoedown, and more.
Mountain Moments: Ski alongside fellow queer travelers during the Ski Parade, join the party at Dancing On The Deck, and warm up at the cozy, slopeside Gay Chalet at Gorrono Ranch.
European-Inspired Luxury: Don’t miss the Sweet Madness Dance Party at Bon Vivant—a French alpine fête featuring fine dining, stunning views, and a DJ set worthy of the Alps.
The Gay Sleigh: A starlit sleigh ride to an authentic sheep-herder’s tent for a ranch-to-table Spanish Basque dinner by Chef Graeme Charles.
Plus, you’ll find LGBTQ+-friendly dining experiences every evening at handpicked partner restaurants, and the Late Night Lounge at The Alibi will keep the vibes going well into the night.
❄️ Winter Starts Now
Even though the snow hasn’t started falling yet, now’s the perfect time to grab your tickets, book your lodging, and start planning your looks. From iconic DJs to show-stopping drag, cozy cabins to champagne dances at 10,000 feet, Telluride Gay Ski Week 2026 is where your winter fantasies become reality.
Tickets
4-Day Passes, Single-Event Tickets and discount lift tickets go on sale July 24 at 10 am (MST). The 4-Day Pass comes with daily access to the Gay Chalet, daily access to Après-Ski, Stand-Up Comedy Show, White Party, Burlesque & Drag Show, Hoedown, Pool Party (options with and without) and Glitter Ball.
Discounted Early Bird 4-Day Packages on sale July 24
Prices increase in November 2025
Artist announcement November 2025
Single event tickets on sale November 2025
Skiers and snowboarders can purchase lift tickets at special discounted rates exclusive for attendees. Save $46 each day on 1-3 days of skiing and $56 each day on 4+ days of skiing. Lift tickets do not need to be used consecutively but are only valid for a 10-day window from February 28 - March 10.
Vacation rentals, luxury hotels and more
At Telluride Gay Ski Week, you'll find accommodations with intimate Victorian settings or modern design elements—all just steps away from award-winning restaurants. You have the option to stay in the Town of Telluride or head to Mountain Village and discover well-appointed lodging with town access via the free Gondola System and on-site, full-service spas. The best deals are available through our lodging partners below.
2,000 skiable acres with alps-like vertical of over 4,400 feet of terrain
Telluride has wide beginner runs, gladed tree skiing, multiple terrain parks, playful groomed blues, open bowls, steeps, chutes, inbounds hike-to, and some of the most advanced terrain in Colorado
For those new to the terrain or looking to make some friends while making some turns, guided ski-groups will be available. Not just for skiers, Telluride Gay Ski Week invites all to celebrate the magic of wintertime in the San Juan Mountains. Recommended alternate activities include yoga, spa activities, snowshoeing, nordic skiing, ice skating, snowmobiling, fat tire biking, horseback rides, museum tours, fishing and more.