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.
Kids Hand Building (Ages 6-9) Mondays, 4:30pm – 6:30pm – October 3 – 24. (4 sessions) Registration ends September 26. Students will focus on hand building their own masterpieces. Students will learn fundamentals of hand building; slip and scoring, slab building, coil building. Registration fee includes clay, tools, slip, glaze, kiln firings, and instruction. Instructor: Rachel Cottingham. $180/student, $153/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!