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.
This is a family friendly event that is all about outdoor recreational education. Everything is FREE and includes fish handling, (kids get to ID and touch live fish), free fishing pole and bait for Pac Man Pond, fish cleaning station, boater safety, campfire safety, stay the trail; tread lightly, motorized users etiquette, river awareness and safety, the importance of snow pack and river water, archery course, free hot dogs & soda, Smokey the Bear, (Guest appearance),
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!