Get Involved
Telluride Reserve is made possible through the collaboration of chefs, vintners, partners, sponsors, volunteers, and community members. The festival welcomes participation from individuals and organizations who share a passion for culinary excellence, craft beverages, and the spirit of mountain hospitality.
Exhibitors
Telluride Reserve brings together chefs, vintners, beverage professionals, and culinary artisans to create a series of thoughtfully curated experiences throughout the festival.
From Grand Tasting exhibitions to hosted dinners, tastings, and collaborative events, each opportunity is designed to showcase craft, storytelling, and quality in a meaningful way.
We invite those working across food, wine, and beverage to share their work within an environment defined by intention, collaboration, and elevated execution.
Apply to be considered for participation in this year’s festival.
Volunteers
Volunteers play a critical role in bringing Telluride Reserve to life—supporting everything from guest experience and event execution to behind-the-scenes operations.
This is an opportunity to experience the festival from the inside. Volunteers gain exclusive access to events, work alongside chefs, sommeliers, and industry professionals, and see firsthand how each moment comes together.
Apply to join the team and take part in the weekend with a behind-the-scenes perspective.
Sponsors
Whether you’re looking to elevate your brand at Telluride Reserve or the Steamboat Food & Wine Festival, we partner with brands that align with our commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and meaningful experience.
From curated events and tastings to integrated brand moments across both festivals, sponsorship opportunities are designed to create authentic engagement with a highly engaged audience.
Submit an inquiry to explore partnership opportunities with our team.
Mentees
Through the Taste For Impact mentorship program, emerging culinary and beverage talent gain hands-on experience working alongside chefs, sommeliers, and industry professionals during the festival.
Selected participants are placed directly into events, workshops, and service environments—building skills, relationships, and real-world experience.
Apply to be considered for our next mentorship cohort.
Operations
Behind every detail of Telluride Reserve is a team dedicated to delivering a seamless and elevated experience.
We welcome individuals with event, hospitality, or production experience to support on-site operations—from setup and logistics to guest services and execution.
Submit your information to join the team and help bring the festival to life.
Media
Telluride Reserve welcomes members of the media who are interested in covering the festival, its participants, and the stories behind the experience.
From editorial features and interviews to on-site coverage, we work with journalists, photographers, and content creators to share the moments that define the weekend.
Submit an inquiry to connect with our team regarding credentials, access, and media opportunities.
