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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Floodgate Operators LIVE @ Crested Butte Public Ho
March 17 @ 9:00 pm
$20
Founded in 2018, 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 unique experience that is not to be missed. ÔDrought Driven DaysÕ the debut EP from Floodgate Operators brings their signature sound to the forefront. Recorded at Evergroove Studio, ÔDrought Driven DaysÕ combines fast flatpicking, heartfelt lyrics and tight harmonies to create a stellar breakout EP. After having to pull off of tour in March 2020 due to the Covid Pandemic, Floodgate went back to work writing original material that would ultimately turn into their debut album, ÔFlood the WorldÕ. Featuring 10 original tracks, Flood the World builds on the solid foundation laid by Drought Driven Days with complex and detailed songwriting, tight harmonies, and barn-burning leads. Flood the World drops to listeners everywhere May 2022
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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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