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.
Moonlight Concert Series: Jenny Hill Pankratz & Lizzy Plotkin w/ Golden Shoals Friday, April 18th. Doors 6:30 pm, Show 7:00 pm. Jenny Hill Pankratz and Lizzy Plotkin have been fiddling, singing and sharing original music together for over a decade. The sound of these two in harmony reminds lucky listeners of the power of these mountains to inspire creativity and render joy from the beauty. For this special evening of folk music, Jenny and Lizzy will play a set followed by a set from their friends Golden Shoals who bring “rousing old-time-style music that’s fueled by acerbic modern-day wit” (-No Depression Magazine). The evening will be topped off by a rollicking collaboration set sure to shake the rafters of this old building. Tickets: $25/GA, $22/GAC Members
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!