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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Gunnison Music Cruise
September 4 @ 5:30 pm
The final music cruise of 2024 will feature The Expanding Minds Jazz Influence and Western’s Steel Drum Band. Brought to you by Western Colorado Unviversity, the cruise will start on campus at 5:30, circle the university, and then finish at IOOF Park for a set by Western’s Steel Drum band starting at around 7:00 p.m. For full info and a route map, head to gunnisonco.gov/community/resiliency.php
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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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