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.
2 nd place finishers at the 50 th Telluride Bluegrass Festival Band Contest, Floodgate Operators are a 5-piece bluegrass band from Crested Butte, CO. Floodgate Operators combine fast, flat-picking traditionals with energetic, heartfelt originals to create a jamgrass experience that has earned them praise throughout the Rocky Mountain West. Listen to Floodgate Operators’ newest single, ‘Land Rush’ on all streaming platforms! After Having to pull off the road in the spring of 2020 due to the covid pandemic, FLoodgate Operators went back to work writing original material that would ultimately turn into their debut album, ‘Flood the World’. Featuring 10 original tracks, ‘Flood the world’ builds on the solid foundation laid on their ep ‘Drought Driven Days’ with complex and detailed songwriting, tight harmonies, and barn burning leads. ‘Flood the World’ is available on all streaming platforms!
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!