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.
Join us for the 3rd Annual Pinkapalooza 4th of July celebration and music at the IBar Ranch. Enjoy live music, food, drinks, mechanical bull, dancing, and end the evening watching the Gunnison fireworks! Chancey Williams & Younger Brother Band, Ward Davis & Band, Surprise Guests, and local singer songwriters. This 4th of July, pack in the fun at I Bar Ranch while benefiting Cattlemen’s Days Gunnison Tough (TETWP) and The Gunnison Valley Hospital Foundation .
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!