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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Chris Coady @ billy barr
February 28 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Free
Chris’ Americana/Folk songwriting is inspired by friends, family, community, and the natural environment. His songs convey positivity and transformation with a sense of place in Colorado and the American Southwest. He has released several studio albums co-produced with Don Richmond at Howlin’ Dog Studios: “Where You Find It” 2008, “From Down Here” 2011, “If Down Was Up!” 2014, and “It’s About Time” 2015. In his bands 9 Mile and 18 Mile Radius Chris has opened for Asleep at the Wheel, The Bellamy Brothers and Firefall, and has shared the bill as a songwriter with Dean Dillon, Robert Earl Keen and Paul Overstreet. Chris currently plays in small theaters, listening rooms and house concerts performing his original songs, as well as covers by artists such as Townes Van Zandt, John Prine, John Hiatt and Robert Earl Keen.
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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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