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Gunnison Valley Events Calendar
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.
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GVWN Weekend Wine Tasting Tour
GVWN Weekend Wine Tasting Tour
Let's get away for the weekend and go tour Colorado's Wine Country! Beat the off-season blues with a fabulous weekend trip to the North Fork Valley! We'll enjoy a comfortable (and very scenic) drive to Colorado's Wine Country, stopping for lunch along the way, and then visiting 3-4 wineries in Paonia and Hotchkiss. After a […]
$160
Snodgrass Trail Run
Snodgrass Trail Run
Course: An out and back run on the Snodgrass trail through aspen groves and with nice views of Crested Butte mountain from Washington Gulch to just short of the Gothic road. Distance: Up to 6 miles, all on single track trail. Runners can turn around at any point. Meet: At the Snodgrass trailhead on Washington […]
Free
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Intro to the Wheel, Pottery Class
Intro to the Wheel, Pottery Class
Join us at the new Hanoi Ceramics studio for a 4-week wheel class this summer! Sessions run every month for four weeks in June, July and August, In class you will learn all the basics of creating a piece using a pottery wheel. Learn to throw, trim, attach handles, surface design techniques and more! Sign […]
$180
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Summer Wildflower Preview
Summer Wildflower Preview
Join us at the Crested Butte Library on Tuesday, June 6 at 6 pm for a Summer Wildflower Preview with local wildflower guide and author, Rick Reavis. Rick published, ÒRocky Mountain Wildflower Guide: Crested Butte, Colorado & beyondÓ as a resource to Crested Butte residents and visitors alike. This is a Field Guide Booklet intended […]
free
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Wednesday night guided meditation and dharma talk
Wednesday night guided meditation and dharma talk
The Way of Compassion Dharma Center is located in Carbondale, Colorado. The sister Dharma center is the Here and Now Center in Gunnison, CO. We also serve a virtual sangha of distributed practitioners across the nation. We are a Rime (non-sectarian) Buddhist center dedicated to the cultivation of wisdom and compassion through the study of […]
By donation
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Kid’s Creating in Clay: Robots!
Kid’s Creating in Clay: Robots!
"Kids Creating in Clay" Series (Ages 7+) June 8, 15, 22 | Thursdays | 1:00-3:30 | $45 Thursday, June 8: Clay Robots! 1:00 - 3:30 pm | $45 Create a story about your robot and craft them in clay and wire. Upcoming: Thursday, June 15: Monsters! 1:00 - 3:30 pm | $45 Students will explore […]
$45
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Kid’s Creating in Clay: Monsters!
Kid’s Creating in Clay: Monsters!
"Kids Creating in Clay" Series (Ages 7+) June 15, 22 | Thursdays | 1:00-3:30 | $45 Thursday, June 15: Monsters! 1:00 - 3:30 pm | $45 Students will explore fun hand building and texture techniques to create a wonderfully whimsical clay monster. Upcoming: Thursday, June 22: Animal Chimes! 1:00 - 3:30 pm | $45 Students […]
$45
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Mixed Media Garden Chimes & Charms
Mixed Media Garden Chimes & Charms
Mixed Media Garden Chimes & Charms 3-Week Hand Building Class June 8, 15, 22 | Thursdays | 5:00-7:30 | $165 In this 3-week course, students will learn various hand building, texturing, glazing and assembling techniques to create a one of a kind garden chime and decorative garden stake. Visit www.wonderlandclayworks.com/atthestudio to keep up-to-date on workshops […]
$165
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Lupine Loop Trail Run
Lupine Loop Trail Run
Course: From Gunsight Pass road down Slate River road to Lupine II trail. Climb Lupine II and turn Left Up Smith Hill road to Gunsight connector trail, then down to Gunsight Pass road and back to the start. Distance: 5.5 miles (+908'), on single track trail and dirt roads with great views down into Slate […]
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Pride Film
Pride Film
Come kick-off Gunnison Valley Pride Weekend at the Majestic! Entry is by donation with all proceeds benefitting the GSA's within the Gunnison Watershed School District.
Donation
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Gunnison Valley Pride Picnic
Gunnison Valley Pride Picnic
Join us for the 2nd annual Gunnison Valley Pride Picnic. This is a free family-friendly event. There will be live performances, free food...and lots of glitter. Get your rainbow on and come support Pride Month in the valley.
Free
Community Crafts in the Garden
Community Crafts in the Garden
Join Mountain Roots & Trailhead Children's Museum for a fun filled day in the garden. We will create a community craft for the garden, plant seeds, listen to music, eat delicious food, and spend time with neighbors. All are welcome!
Free
Pantry Palooza
Pantry Palooza
Square Dancing, Big Silly String Band, Petting Zoo, Bouncy House, Face Painting, Dinner, Live and Silent Auction. Great family fun.
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Pride Concert
Pride Concert
Pride Concert featuring: Jen Korte + The Loss (with openers The Galentines) Come close out the Gunnison Valley Pride Weekend with this all-ages fundraising concert. Bring the whole family and dance the night away!
$20
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The Dose After Dark
The Dose After Dark
Come support some of your favorite local musicians! Lounge with a tea, beer, mock-tail, coffee cocktail or any of our many beverages. Spoil yourself with a South Indian favorite: dosa, a crispy and crepe-like street food famous for its simple ingredients and savory flavor. Join us to celebrate community this intimate colorful venue for a […]
$10
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Stargazing in the Gunnison Valley
Stargazing in the Gunnison Valley
Join us at the Crested Butte Library on Tuesday, June 13 at 6 pm for a presentation by Dr. Suzanne Taylor, professor of physics and astronomy at Western Colorado University and Board President of the Gunnison Valley Observatory. Dr. Taylor will cover what to look for in the night sky, best places to observe stars […]
free
2 events,
Geology Jeep Tour
Geology Jeep Tour
Join JJ's Jeeps and Dr. Amy Ellwein aka "Dr. Rock" on an unforgettable adventure learning about the unique geology of the Gunnison Country! Dr. Rock is a research professor of Geology at Western Colorado University and co-author of Geology Underfoot on Colorado's Western Slope. This "Mid-Valley" edition will feature Taylor Canyon and Fossil Ridge. $150/per […]
$50 – $150
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The Monks of Gaden Shartse Gunnison Tour
The Monks of Gaden Shartse Gunnison Tour
Get to know the monks. There will be a talk, guided meditation, and potluck at the Here and Now Center. Location: Here and Now Center, 115 S. Colorado Street, Gunnison (behind the Sherpa Cafe) Offered on a donation basis, any amount. All proceeds go to support the monastery in India.
By donation
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Kids Creating In Clay: Monsters!
Kids Creating In Clay: Monsters!
"Kids Creating in Clay" Series (Ages 7+) June 15, 22 | Thursdays | 1:00-3:30 | $45 Thursday, June 15: Monsters! 1:00 - 3:30 pm | $45 Students will explore fun hand building and texture techniques to create a wonderfully whimsical clay monster. Upcoming: Thursday, June 22: Animal Chimes! 1:00 - 3:30 pm | $45 Students […]
$45
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June Crafternoon:
June Crafternoon:
Join us at the Gunnison Library on Thursday, June 15 at 5pm for June's Crafternoon! This month we'll be making essential oil diffusers with felt balls that you can hang in your car, office, house...you dream it! All supplies are provided and this event is free and open to the public.
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The Monks of Gaden Shartse Gunnison Tour
The Monks of Gaden Shartse Gunnison Tour
Join us for a talk and discussion on world peace and unity of all religions at the Gunnison Congregational Church. Location: Gunnison Congregational Church, 317 N Main St, Gunnison. Suggested donation $15. All proceeds go to support the monastery in India.
By donation
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Mountain Art Summit
Mountain Art Summit
The Mountain Art Summit is a four-day celebration hosted by the Center for the Arts. This multi-day event features the art and teaching of several artists whose portfolios focus on Environmental Advocacy. Renowned painter and environmental scientist Noelle Phares and other celebrated visual artists, photographers and filmmakers lead you to examine the junction of art, […]
$10 – $75
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Vajravidarin Healing Ritual with Buddhist monks
Vajravidarin Healing Ritual with Buddhist monks
Vajravidaran is a Buddha associated with purification and health. Physical and mental health is impacted by our karmic imprints. This ritual offers an opportunity to improve your health by purifying negative karma. The Vajravidaran ritual of purification and has three stages: the removal of negativities, the cleansing of subtle negative imprints, and protection from their […]
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2023 Fly Fishing Film Tour benefiting Gunnison TU
2023 Fly Fishing Film Tour benefiting Gunnison TU
2023 F3T Fly Fishing Film Tour benefiting Gunnison Trout Unlimited
$20 – $25
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Mountain Art Summit
Mountain Art Summit
The Mountain Art Summit is a four-day celebration hosted by the Center for the Arts. This multi-day event features the art and teaching of several artists whose portfolios focus on Environmental Advocacy. Renowned painter and environmental scientist Noelle Phares and other celebrated visual artists, photographers and filmmakers lead you to examine the junction of art, […]
$10 – $75
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Arts and Crafts of Tibet Workshop with monks
Arts and Crafts of Tibet Workshop with monks
Join us for an arts and crafts of Tibet workshop including butter sculpture, sand mandalas, and calligraphy-kids encouraged! This is hands-on, family-friendly fun. Location: Gunnison Art Center, 102 S Main Street, back room. Suggested donation: $25. All proceeds go to support the monastery in India.
By donation
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Mountain Art Summit
Mountain Art Summit
The Mountain Art Summit is a four-day celebration hosted by the Center for the Arts. This multi-day event features the art and teaching of several artists whose portfolios focus on Environmental Advocacy. Renowned painter and environmental scientist Noelle Phares and other celebrated visual artists, photographers and filmmakers lead you to examine the junction of art, […]
$10 – $75
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Mid-Week on Main Street
Mid-Week on Main Street
Join for the second season of this FREE music series in the IOOF Park in downtown Gunnison, Main Street and Virginia Avenue. Once a month during June, July, August and September. 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Open to all, bring a picnic and or plan to get a great food option from Taco Cat Taco […]
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Music on the Mountain, Live! from Mt. CB
Music on the Mountain, Live! from Mt. CB
Music on the Mountain, Live! from Mt. Crested Butte is an 8 week live music series hosted Wednesday evenings at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort base area beginning June 21 through August 9, 2023. Music begins at 5:30 pm with a local opener and the main act hitting the stage […]
FREE
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Kids Creating In Clay: Animal Chimes!
Kids Creating In Clay: Animal Chimes!
"Kids Creating in Clay" Series (Ages 7+) Thursday, June 22: Animal Chimes! 1:00 - 3:30 pm | $45 Students will explore sound, texture, hand building and glazing techniques to create a playful piece of musical art.
$45
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Field trip with Adaptive Sports Center
Field trip with Adaptive Sports Center
Join us for a leisurely bike ride on the rec path! We'll start out at the Kelsey Wright Building at the base area and learn about the great work that the Adaptive Sports Center does in the valley. We'll ride from there down the rec path and learn about surrounding conservation history from staff at […]
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Strand Hill Music | Harmels Happy Hour
Strand Hill Music | Harmels Happy Hour
Local Crested Butte musicians, Strand Hill Music, are playing at Harmels on the Taylor Thursdays during the summer 2023 season. Grab a drink and meal at Harmels' own on-site bar and restaurant, Bites and Brews on the Taylor, while enjoying live music and the taking in the stunning Taylor River.
Free
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Foundation Golf Tournament
Foundation Golf Tournament
A Gunnison Valley Health Foundation fundraising event to build a new EMS station.
$150
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Summer Soirée
Summer Soirée
Come mingle with the film fest crowd and enjoy drinks, appetizers, and the guitar stylings of Floyd Bauler on the patio! Kick start your summer by bidding on exciting auction packages and having a sneak peak at the 2023 Film Festival (September 27-October 1).
$150
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Pint & A Half Live at The River Bar
Pint & A Half Live at The River Bar
Come soak your liver by the river and enjoy our live music and relaxing atmosphere at the Garlic Mike's River Bar! Safety First! Take that convenient free RTA bus to the Tall Texan stop and walk 75 yards to Garlic Mike's. To find out more about the bands, go to Garlicmikes.com. For any questions regarding […]
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Family Reading Rodeo
Family Reading Rodeo
Please join us at the Gunnison Library on Saturday, June 24 from 10:30 AM - 12 PM for this year's Family Reading Rodeo. Saddle up for an extra-special story time featuring our very own Cattlewomen's Association! Make your own pool noodle pony, wrangle balloons, and design a cowboy/cowgirl bandana. If you're interested in this event […]
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CB Devo High School Race Team BBQ
CB Devo High School Race Team BBQ
The CB Devo High School race team will be serving up burgers and brats at the CBCS soccer field on Friday and Saturday from noon to 2 to raise money to support their team this coming fall race season.
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Matt Grant Live at The River Bar
Matt Grant Live at The River Bar
Come soak your liver by the river and enjoy our live music and relaxing atmosphere at the Garlic Mike's River Bar! Safety First! Take that convenient free RTA bus to the Tall Texan stop and walk 75 yards to Garlic Mike's. To find out more about the bands, go to Garlicmikes.com. For any questions regarding […]
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Two Valley Yoga Fair
Two Valley Yoga Fair
The TWO VALLEY YOGA FAIR is happening! Our aim is to bring together yogis from the two river valleys which form the Gunnison River to share and participate in one another's yoga practice. Watch, learn, make new friends. Get tickets on Eventbright. Sign-up free to lead a 45min kindred demonstration or a 75min Garden session: […]
$15
Family Reading Rodeo
Family Reading Rodeo
Please join us at the Crested Butte Library on Sunday, June 25 from 1:30-3 PM for this year's Family Reading Rodeo. Saddle up for an extra-special story time featuring our very own Cattlewomen's Association! Make your own pool noodle pony, wrangle balloons, and design a cowboy/cowgirl bandana. If you're interested in this event but unable […]
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Little Richard: I Am Everything
Little Richard: I Am Everything
Summertime: we want to be outside; but come the night, let's gather together, sip a cold one, snack on popcorn, and see the best in modern movies. This summer, Crested Butte Film Festival presents three films, and who better to kick them off than the unnamed king of rock-n-roll, Little Richard. Join us at The […]
$15
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Between Drifts Music | Harmels Happy Hour
Between Drifts Music | Harmels Happy Hour
Between Drifts is a musical duo based in the Gunnison Valley. Join Harmels on the Taylor in welcoming them during our happy hour this summer from 6-8pm.
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Crested Butte Public Policy Forum
Crested Butte Public Policy Forum
Bringing speakers to the valley promoting civic dialogue, debate and community engagement with distinguished speakers on issues of international, national and local significance.
Free
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HCCA Hikes
HCCA Hikes
High Country Conservation Advocates offers their weekly hike series on Wednesdays throughout the summer. To see more of the places you love, visit hccacb.org for the hike schedule, signup info and other details.
Free
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Yoga in the Garden
Yoga in the Garden
The Town of Mt. Crested Butte in partnership with the CB Yoga Coop is excited to announce it's second year of Yoga in the Garden! Join us every Wednesday from June 28 through September 27, 2023 from 12 pm - 1 pm at the Mountain Wedding Garden Pavilion for a FREE community yoga class! Some […]
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Women’s Networking Night
Women’s Networking Night
Join us for our June Women's Networking Night Come network with the wonderful ladies of the Gunnison Valley. Join us at the Crested Butte Museum Wednesday, June 28th from 5:30-7:30. The Crested Butte Museum is a town hub where history, ideas and stories are shared in a thoughtful, inclusive and respectful environment. The Crested Butte […]
$5.00
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Snodgrass Trail Run at Gothic TH
Snodgrass Trail Run at Gothic TH
Course: From Snodgrass trailhead up Teddy's Trail to Road, up to Snodgrass Trail, down to Stop Sign, left back to Snodgrass Trailhead Distance: 5 miles, all on single track and dirt roads. Meet: At the Snodgrass trailhead just north of Mt Crested Butte.
Free
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Author Talk: Shelley Read
Author Talk: Shelley Read
Join us at the Gunnison Library on Thursday, June 29 at 6 pm for an evening with local author, Shelley Read. ShelleyÕs novel, ÒGo As a RiverÓ was published in the U.S. on February 28, 2023, and in 20+ countries after that. She is excited to add her home community of Gunnison & Crested Butte […]
free
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Rachel VanSlyke Live at The River Bar
Rachel VanSlyke Live at The River Bar
Come soak your liver by the river and enjoy our live music and relaxing atmosphere at the Garlic Mike's River Bar! Safety First! Take that convenient free RTA bus to the Tall Texan stop and walk 75 yards to Garlic Mike's. To find out more about the bands, go to Garlicmikes.com. For any questions regarding […]
The Arcadian Wild
The Arcadian Wild
The Arcadian Wild is a four-piece indie folk/pop group from Nashville, TN. Led by songwriters Isaac Horn and Lincoln Mick and Bailey Warren on fiddle, The Arcadian Wild confidently inhabits and explores an intersection of genre, blending the traditional with the contemporary. Combining elements of progressive bluegrass, folk, and formal vocal music, The Arcadian Wild […]
$25
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Harmels 4th of July Celebration
Harmels 4th of July Celebration
Harmels on the Taylor is kicking off 4th of July weekend with an early celebration on Saturday, July 1 from 12-4pm. Bring your friends and family for a barbecue lunch, lawn games and live music. This event is open to the public and not just guests of the resort; kids of all ages are welcome […]
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Coal Creek Trio Live at The River Bar
Coal Creek Trio Live at The River Bar
Come soak your liver by the river and enjoy our live music and relaxing atmosphere at the Garlic Mike's River Bar! Safety First! Take that convenient free RTA bus to the Tall Texan stop and walk 75 yards to Garlic Mike's. To find out more about the bands, go to Garlicmikes.com. For any questions regarding […]
Annual events in Crested Butte and Gunnison
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!
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