Did you know there are many events in Crested Butte and Gunnison? See live music, take an art class, volunteer, play trivia, watch (or participate in) a ski or bike race, and more! Check this calendar to see what’s going on.
Hunt antler sheds by horseback on opening weekend! Here's your chance to join Erin and friends on an exhilarating hunt for antler sheds through some of the most beautiful country on the Western Slope! We'll saddle up and venture into scenic wilderness areas, where we'll explore trails and open landscapes in search of antlers shed […]
Celebrate spring and Mother's Day at the Gunnison Spring Fling Makers Market! The market will feature local artists, bakers, makers and farmers with unique handcrafted gift items, fresh eggs, produce and plant starts, pickles, jams, gourmet candy, pottery and more!
Monday night magic is an inclusive, for all ages, skill levels and deck competitiveness. Join us on Monday nights for casual Commander games where you can meet other local players and share deck builds or even learn how to play. This is an open play event, meaning no entry fee or tournament structure, just socializing […]
Join us in welcoming five wonderful new Writers in Residence to Crested Butte! Okwudili Nebeolisa, Amanda Rizkalla, Phil Coleman, Charlie Sorrenson, and Anna Claire will be writing in Crested Butte for the month of May, culminating in live readings of their writing projects during the Mountain Words Festival.
Come dance the night away with your sweetheart at Tacky Prom at Kochevars! Wear your best tacky outfit from the decade of your choice, for the chance to be crowned Prom King or Queen. White Buffalo DJs will be blasting beats from all eras!
A run from the New McCabe's trailhead, out Sandy Wash to Scary Hill Road then loop around Gateway trail to Josie's and onto Graceland and then return to the start. Great trails through the sagebrush and rocky outcroppings of Hartman Rocks. Distance is 7.1 miles (+974'), all on single track trails and dirt roads.
Come support the Trailhead Children's Museum and put together a one-of-a-kind bouquet for mom at the Mother's Day Flower Bar on Saturday, May 11 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Trailhead. Build your own bouquet - choose from different flower varieties at our Flower Bar to create a special Mother's Day bouquet for […]
EVENT DETAILS Join us at the Gunnison Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, May 11 for Super Saturday Storytime. May's theme is Royal Revelry so dress in your royal best! There will be stories and an activity for the whole family. Free & open to the public.
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 1:30 pm on Sunday, May 12 for an entertaining and immersive West African Kora experience! We'll learn how this impressive instrument is built, who typically plays it and the types of events it is often utilized at. Perfect for the whole family! Free & Open to the Public.
Come watch the Rapids vs. Vancouver game with WESA! Admission is free, donations are suggested. Can't wait to see you there!
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 5 pm on Thursday, May 16 for Crafternoon. For May we will enjoy a calligraphy workshop instructed by local artist William Tintera. Learn simple Roman calligraphy techniques including letterform and spacing. Send some snail mail demonstrating your new skills with a pre-postaged post card! Crafternoons are monthly maker-oriented […]
Free family mug making class at the Mentors Building in Gunnison on Friday, May 17th from 5:30-8:30 pm. Hosted by GRASP, GCSAPP. The Consortium (GRASP) initially consisted of 6 key organizations; Gunnison County Juvenile Services, Gunnison County Health and Human Services, the Health Coalition of the Gunnison Valley, the Center for Mental Health, Gunnison Valley […]
Friday night magic is an inclusive, for all ages, skill levels and deck competitiveness. Join us on Friday nights for casual mix of Magic The Gathering games where you can meet other local players and share deck builds or even learn how to play. This is an open play event, meaning no entry fee or […]
A fun, PG-13 Sci-Fi Movie curated by our very own Child of the Popcorn, Crystal Staggs, come unwind at the end of the week with a FREE, classic, and genuinely great science fiction film.
Festivities will include Live Music, Great Prizes, Vendors, Onsite Camping, Food, Beverages, Bonfires and Camaraderie - all on tap for this event! Friday wild game potluck. Saturday fence removal wildlife conservation project on public lands in the Gunnison Basin. Saturday night, Storm Pass plays while volunteers enjoy beer, dinner, and amazing giveaways and a silent […]
Parent/Tot Paint Your Own Pottery Abra Karbin Ceramics | Gunnison, CO Saturdays, May 18, June 8, and July 13. 10:00am to 1:00pm Join me for a delightful Parent/Tot Paint Your Own Pottery class at Abra Karbin Ceramics in Gunnison, CO! Unleash your creativity alongside your little one as you embark on a colorful journey of […]
Ever wanted to try D&D? Well now's your chance. Everyone at the table is new and we will be taking our time to explain as we go. Join our small adventure to get introduced to the game. You will get a set of dice and a character to learn with and keep! Sign up by […]
Meet at the Duane's World at Signal Peak. Run up Duane's World, Left on South Rim Trail, Across Ridgeline to Shoelace and down Chicken Wing, back to the start. Distance is 7 miles (+1033'), all on single track trail.
Join Us For Our Spring Clothing & Gear Swap Out with the old and in with the new! Clean out the closets and bring your lightly used, unwanted or unneeded clothing and gear to the Three Rivers Resort for a ladies (and kids) clothing and gear swap. The seasons are changing and it's time to […]
Live music with Shawn Hess at Crested Bucha. All ticket proceeds benefit Mentors
Monday night magic is an inclusive, for all ages, skill levels and deck competitiveness. Join us on Monday nights for casual Commander games where you can meet other local players and share deck builds or even learn how to play. This is an open play event, meaning no entry fee or tournament structure, just socializing […]
Looking for a new place to eat out? Wanna skip the crowds? Check out the CBPC's backyard dinners in CB South featuring local producers. Buckel Family Wine will be there. Purchase dinner and wine when you arrive. Rotating menu. Happening once a month.
The Mountain Words Festival is a multi-day literary celebration at nine-thousand feet, featuring readings, workshops, kids' events, parties, panel discussions, live theater, and more.
Join us for the reception of Natura de Libris to celebrate the artist, Alvaro Alejandro. Featuring a robust bar menu as well as complimentary house wine or beer.
EMBARK ON A TRANSFORMATIVE JOURNEY THROUGH CLAY IN THIS WILD FEMININE WORKSHOP SERIES Rooted in a fusion of artistry and somatics, these workshops offer a sacred space to explore, express, and empower your wild woman nature. Each workshop is crafted around the journey of embodying feminine power - from freeing and nourishing, to healing and […]
The Mountain Words Festival is a multi-day literary celebration at nine-thousand feet, featuring readings, workshops, kids' events, parties, panel discussions, live theater, and more.
EVENT DETAILS Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, May 25 for Super Saturday Storytime. May's theme is Royal Revelry so dress in your royal best! There will be stories and an activity for the whole family. Free & open to the public.
The Mountain Words Festival is a multi-day literary celebration at nine-thousand feet, featuring readings, workshops, kids' events, parties, panel discussions, live theater, and more.
The Gunnison Library's common read has been Playing with Wildfire by Laura Pritchett (free copies available at all libraries). She directs the MFA in Nature Writing at the university. On May 26, she'll be giving a presentation on the book from 2-3 pm as part of the Crested Butte Mountain Words Festival. From their brochure: […]
Growler MTB weekend in Gunnison! Come camp out and listen to the sounds of the Grateful Dead, with the Gunnsion Valley's own Easy Jim. Opening support for the night kicks off with Beer Hunder
Please join us for the Beloved, Annual Memorial Day Activities on Monday, May 27th! 9:15am Military March from 2nd Street, down Elk Avenue to the Crested Butte Cemetery 10am Mass for the fallen will be held at the Crested Butte Cemetery Chapel 11am Military Gun Salute then a march back to town. 11:45am Lunch will […]
Monday night magic is an inclusive, for all ages, skill levels and deck competitiveness. Join us on Monday nights for casual Commander games where you can meet other local players and share deck builds or even learn how to play. This is an open play event, meaning no entry fee or tournament structure, just socializing […]
Enjoy a midday break with Lunchtime Restorative Yoga. This class is the perfect way to give your mind and body a little extra care during your workweek. Candy Carson is an Iyengar Yoga Instructor, she has taught yoga since 1993. All levels are welcome. Please bring your own mat + straps + blanket. Additional props […]
Free Open House Featuring: Unveiling of our new exhibit "331 Elk" Launch of our summer raffle New walking tour brought to you by CBCS 4th graders Historic sweets from "The Crested Butte Melting Pot Cookbook." Membership renewal gifts Live music & more!
Throw away your deodorant - Sweaty Kids is back for its 6th installment! Sweaty Kids is a celebration of unprofessional local talent, artistically and athletically. Come watch a wide array of outdoor "edits" (mini-movies) representing the sportsperson's paradise that is the Gunnison Valley. Catch your favorite locals doing their thing on the big screen, while […]
Feel It All chronicles professional skier Drew Petersen's journey from the depths of suicidal depression to finding purpose, strength, and resilience by setting a goal to run the Leadville Trail 100 ultramarathon. Through blending the experience of skiing the highest 14,000-foot peaks in Colorado that surround the Leadville 100 course with the emotional, immersive story […]
Join CBMBA to kick off another great season! Annual meeting will start at 5:30, followed by a party with Mikey's Pizza and Zuni Street Brewing beers free for all members. Find out more about the NVTP and what CBMBA has in store for this season.
Friday night magic is an inclusive, for all ages, skill levels and deck competitiveness. Join us on Friday nights for casual mix of Magic The Gathering games where you can meet other local players and share deck builds or even learn how to play. This is an open play event, meaning no entry fee or […]
Come and participate in a unique two-day workshop focusing on Wilderness First Aid & Survival! We're thrilled to present this course at the start of summer, ensuring you're well-prepared for your upcoming wilderness adventures, be it fishing, hiking, horseback riding, or hunting. Accidents can occur, and encountering someone in distress is a possibility. Acquiring fundamental […]
Come and participate in a unique two-day workshop focusing on Wilderness First Aid & Survival! We're thrilled to present this course at the start of summer, ensuring you're well-prepared for your upcoming wilderness adventures, be it fishing, hiking, horseback riding, or hunting. Accidents can occur, and encountering someone in distress is a possibility. Acquiring fundamental […]
Dress in your favorite 1960's fashion and rock out to some music from the same era while we step back in time and celebrate the opening of our museum back in the fall of 1964!
Gunnison Valley is also host to several beloved annual events. A classic winter event is The Alley Loop, a Nordic ski race that doubles as a costume contest. In fall, Mt. Crested Butte hosts the famous Chili and Beer Festival. Every summer in Gunnison, a crowd gathers to watch America’s fourth-oldest rodeo, Cattlemen’s Days. There are also festivals in Crested Butte that celebrate local art, music, wildflowers, and more. Attending an annual event is a good way to connect with the culture of the Gunnison Valley. You might even create a new tradition for you and your family and friends!
