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.
Firebird Theatre’s 2024 mainstage season begins with a side-splitting bang in David Ives’ All in the Timing! Ives’ witty and renowned show is a collection of six short comedic plays featuring clever dialogue and outlandish situations ranging from chimps on typewriters to two people falling in love through an invented language. Firebird’s Jimmy Utley (Twelfth Night, Humbug) has served as supervising director, with individual plays being directed by Tristan Buss, Addie Pond, Emily Sharan, William Spicer, Katie Thomas, and Jimmy himself. Running March 8, 9, 15, and 16, the production is suitable for ages 16 and up. Doors for each performance will open at 7:00pm. The show will begin promptly at 7:30pm and run for around 75 minutes with no intermission. Tickets are priced at $20 per person at the door or in advance at www.firebirdcb.com/timing/! For seniors, students, and members of the military, tickets are priced at $15. Venue locations for the performances are as follows: Public House on the 8th, Almont Resort on the 9th and 15th, and Queen of All Saints’ Parish Hall on the 16th. Individual play descriptions and venue addresses can also be found at the ticketing link. We hope to see you at the show!
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!