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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Special Story Time
August 21, 2023 @ 10:00 am
free
Join us on Monday, August 21 at 10 AM for a special storytime with guest reader, local author Julie Stephens. Julie published “Mountain Mutts – Joy’s Tale,” a charming story of friendships, as seen through the eyes of two beautiful dogs. There are life lessons throughout the story: tolerance, death, sadness, joy, helping others, diversity and kindness. Julie Stephens is an award-winning writers and photographer. She lives with her husband and their dogs at 9,000 feet telling her story in words and photographs. Find out more about Julie, read some of her articles, sign up for her blog, see some of her photographs at https://julie-stephens.com/
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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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