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PARTIES & HAPPENINGS
Along with the films, presentations, panels, hikes, book signings and art walks, Mountainfilm squeezes a few events, parties and special surprises into the mix. Special events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted..
WOODWELL PARTY
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THURSDAY, 8 PM–11 PM
SMUGGLER’S BREWPUB
225 S PINE ST
Join Mountainfilm’s partner, Woodwell Climate Research Center, to kick off the weekend celebrating 35 years of Woodwell’s collaborative, transformational research and education to combat climate change and safeguard the future of life here on Earth.
BOOK SIGNING
WITH GUEST DIRECTOR
BILL MCKIBBEN
FRIDAY, 5 PM–6 PM
HOTEL MADELINE GREAT ROOM
Join Guest Director Bill McKibben for an intimate gathering and book signing of some of his iconic works spanning his decades-long career. McKibben is the author of the 1989 book The End of Nature, one of the first books written on climate change for a general audience.
Copies of We Are Better Together and Falter will be available, along with his most recent work The Flag, the Cross and the Stationwagon: A Graying American Looks Back on His Suburban Boyhood and Wonders What the Hell Happened
Affinity Group Meetup
BIPOC FILMMAKERS
AND FESTIVAL GUESTS
FRIDAY, 7 PM–8:30 PM
THE RIDE LOUNGE
135 E COLORADO AVE
BIPOC filmmakers, festival guests and allies can meet up for an evening of networking and conversation.
Cash bar
RE:WILD PATROL FILM PARTY
FRIDAY, 8:30 PM–10:30 PM
THE LAST DOLLAR SALOON
100 E COLORADO AVE
A wild world is a healthy one — so let’s celebrate those protecting and restoring the wild! Join the team behind the film Patrol for drinks and plant-based appetizers as we celebrate the six-year effort to expose the illegal beef industry’s threats to Indigenous peoples, forests and wildlife in Nicaragua. Drink tickets and cash bar
Ice Cream Social
SATURDAY, 2 PM–3:30 PM
COLORADO AVE (MAIN STREET)
It’s called the Ice Cream Social, but there’s much more than scoops of free frozen treats. One of the weekend’s favorite events, this afternoon street party is a place to meet up with fellow Mountainfilmers and discuss which films and speakers have blown your mind. Make sure to stop by and say hello to our festival sponsors stationed along Main Street. This year’s Ice Cream Social will feature a photo opportunity and casual chat with a beyond-human subject.
The Redford Center Grantee Showcase
SATURDAY, 2 PM–4 PM
AH HAA SCHOOL
155 W PACIFIC AVE
Join The Redford Center in celebrating the fourth cohort of Redford Center Grantees: 12 exceptional teams of filmmakers, exploring the complex challenges and nuanced solutions of the climate and environmental crises. Featuring an exclusive first look at the new films supported by The Redford Center’s environmental impact documentary grant program, this is an opportunity to meet the creatives behind the work. These films highlight narratives that honor ancestors, safeguard the present and reimagine the future.
A Celebration Of The Life Of Ed Webster
SATURDAY, 5 PM–7 PM
JAGGED EDGE
223 E COLORADO AVE
From the Kangshung Face to the depths of the Black Canyon, from first ascents in the Northeast to the mega classics of the desert Southwest, Ed Webster was a step ahead of his generation. Most climbers never met him, but all have aspired to repeat his routes. Please join special guests and the Mountainfilm climbing community in celebrating the life of this legendary man.
Affinity Group Meetup
LGBTQ+ FILMMAKERS AND FESTIVAL GUESTS
SATURDAY, 6 PM–7:30 PM
THE RIDE LOUNGE
135 E COLORADO AVE
LGBTQ+ filmmakers, festival guests and allies can meet up for an evening of networking and conversation.
Cash bar
Hilaree Nelson Tribute
DANCE PARTY
SATURDAY, 8 PM–11 PM
COLORADO AVE (MAIN STREET)
The North Face, YETI and Woodwell Climate Partners invite the community to gather on Main Street for a night of celebration and dancing, honoring local legend Hilaree Nelson. Catch up with friends, meet some new ones and boogie the night away with DJ Alex Cruz . All are invited to this dancin’in-the-street bash.
Drink tickets and cash bar
Osprey Presents
MOVEMENT AND MINDSET: ADAPTIVE OUTDOOR ADVENTURE AND DEFINING YOUR 100%
SUNDAY, 5 PM–7 PM
JAGGED EDGE
223 E COLORADO AVE
Climber and filmmaker Timmy
O’Neill hosts a conversation with adaptive athletes, adventurers and film stars André Kajlich (No Legs. All Heart.), Trevor Kennison (Full Circle), Erik Weihenmayer (Soundscape) and Caleb Swanepoel ( And yet, I remain.) about being survivors, the joys and challenges of adaptive sports and being leaders for the disabled community.
CLOSING PICNIC & AWARDS CEREMONY
MONDAY, 1 PM–4 PM
AWARD CEREMONY STARTS AT 2:30 PM
TELLURIDE TOWN PARK
500 E COLORADO AVE
Wrap up the festival with a delicious vegetarian lunch from La Cocina de Luz and the festival awards in the park. Don’t forget to cast your vote for the Audience Choice Award for your favorite feature and short (see How to Mountainfilm page 9 for instructions). The picnic is free for all passholders, except Wasatch. Individual tickets will be for sale at the entrance for $30. Food and drinks are included
Mountainfilm Downlow
MONDAY, 7 PM–9 PM
PALM THEATRE BLACK BOX (THE BOB)
This live storytelling event hosted by Telluride Theatre features ingenious, hilarious, outrageous and moving tales by Mountainfilm guests and local presenters.
