October 1-4, 2026
STEAMBOAT
FOOD & WINE
Steamboat Food & Wine festival brings chefs, vintners, and guests into the same rooms for a weekend built around shared tables and specific bottles. Chefs cook. Winemakers pour. Guests taste, ask questions, and sit down together and make memories.
The Full Course Package
Secure a curated set of experiences across the weekend with priority access and simplified purchase path. Limited quantity. Designed for guests who want the full reserve.
- Thursday, October 1 - Thursday Welcome Reception
- Thursday, October 1 - Your choice of one of two curated dinners
- Friday, October 2 - Your choice of one of two curated seminars
- Friday, October 2 - Your choice of one of two curated dinners
- Saturday, October 3 - Grand Tasting Reserve Access
- Saturday, October 3 - Nightcap: Fried Chicken & Bubbles
- Sunday, October 4 - Farewell Brunch Event
Revel in Delight
Steamboat Springs has a working character that most mountain towns gave up a long time ago. Ranchers still operate in the valley. The farmers market runs through the growing season. The restaurant scene is smaller than its reputation would suggest, which means the chefs here know each other and have strong opinions about where things come from.
Steamboat Food & Wine fits into that context. The festival brings chefs, vintners, and guests into the same rooms for a weekend built around shared tables and specific bottles. Chefs cook. Winemakers pour. Guests taste, ask questions, and sit down together.
Unforgettable Moments of Steamboat Food & Wine
Curated Vintages
An intentional selection of both benchmark estates and lesser-known producers. Each pour offers a point of view shaped by vineyard, vintage, and the decisions behind it. Guests experience wines in direct conversation with the people who made them, creating a deeper understanding of both process and place.
The Tastemakers
The chefs, vintners, and professionals behind the festival represent a range of disciplines and perspectives. Each contributes a distinct approach to the weekend’s programming, from multi-course dinners to focused tastings.
Their work defines the experience, with each event shaped by the individuals leading it.
Stay in Steamboat
Steamboat Springs is located in the Yampa Valley, accessible yet distinct from Colorado’s more traveled mountain corridors.
The town offers a balance of open landscape, working agriculture, and a developing culinary scene. Guests are encouraged to explore beyond scheduled events, with access to trails, hot springs, and local dining throughout the weekend.
Taste for Impact
The festival supports the Taste for Impact mentorship program, which connects culinary students with working professionals for a season of hands-on learning. No tuition. No observation-only role. Participants work alongside chefs, sommeliers, and the production team throughout the full weekend.
FAQ
Where does the festival take place?
Steamboat Food & Wine takes place throughout Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Events are hosted across a range of venues, from mountain settings at altitude to intimate dining rooms and outdoor spaces in town.
What time does the festival start?
The festival opens on Thursday, October 1, 2026, with the Sunset Soiree Welcome Reception at 5:00 in the evening.
Please note that some event times may vary depending on whether you are hiking or jeeping to Bon Vivant. All listed start times reflect the meeting time prior to transportation when transportation to the event is required.
What talent will be attending the festival this year?
The 2026 lineup includes chefs, vintners, and sommeliers. The full roster is available on the Collaborators page.
Can I bring the whole family?
No. Steamboat Food & Wine is a twenty-one-and-over event. No children or infants are permitted at festival venues or events.
Do I have to pay for food and drink during the festival?
No. Tickets and packages are all-inclusive of the food and wine featured at each specific experience.
How do I get updates as new things are added to the schedule?
Sign up for our newsletter below to be the first to hear about new events, special experiences, and festival updates. You can also follow along on Instagram for announcements and behind-the-scenes moments as the schedule continues to evolve.
How do I volunteer?
Volunteer applications are handled through the Get Involved section of the website.
Who does the festival support?
The festival supports the Taste for Impact mentorship program, along with Main Street Steamboat, Sophie’s Neighborhood, LiftUp of Routt County, and The Greenway Foundation.
When will will call be and when does it open?
Telluride Reserve does not have a central will call. Guests should proceed directly to the events for which they are registered.
For the Grand Tasting, check-in will be located at the base of the stairs from the gondola in Mountain Village, across from the Telluride Ski Resort ticket windows. Grand Tasting check-in opens one hour prior to the start of the event.
Do you offer refunds?
All ticket sales are final. In the unlikely event that Telluride Reserve must be canceled, ticket holders will receive a refund of their purchase price less credit card processing fees, or may elect to transfer their ticket to the following year’s festival. Any cancellation will be communicated to all patrons as soon as possible, along with additional instructions.
If the festival proceeds as planned and you determine you are unable to attend, please contact our team at least 30 days prior to the festival. Tickets may be deferred to the 2027 festival or refunded less a 15% administration fee.
Requests made within 30 days of the festival are eligible for ticket deferral only.
For questions, please contact us here.
How can I find additional programming details?
Programming will continue to be added as the festival approaches. To stay up to date on new events, experiences, and schedule additions, we encourage you to sign up for our newsletter in the footer of this page.
How do I receive my event ticket or wristband?
Credentials and wristbands are collected at Will Call upon arrival. A valid photo ID and order confirmation are required.
For all other festival experiences, simply present your ticket upon arrival. Tickets may be printed or scanned directly from your phone at the event entrance.
Can I upgrade my ticket purchase?
Upgrades are subject to availability. Current availability is listed on the Tickets page.
Have a question that we didnt answer?
Reach out at info@steamboatfoodandwine.com or through the contact form.