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.
Steve Earle
Steve Earle is one of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of his generation. A protŽgŽ of legendary writers Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark, he became a master storyteller in his own right, with songs recorded by Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Joan Baez, Emmylou Harris, The Pretenders, and many others. His 1986 breakthrough album Guitar Town topped the country charts and is now considered a classic of the Americana genre. In 2023, his signature song ÒCopperhead RoadÓ was named an official state song of Tennessee. Earle is a three-time GRAMMY¨ Award winner for albums including The Revolution Starts…Now (2004), Washington Square Serenade (2007), and TOWNES (2009). His 2022 release Jerry Jeff honors mentor Jerry Jeff Walker. He is also the author of the novel IÕll Never Get Out of This World Alive and the short story collection Dog House Roses, and has produced albums for artists including Joan Baez and Lucinda Williams. Beyond music, Earle has appeared in several films and had recurring roles on HBOÕs The Wire and TremŽ. In 2020, he was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, and in 2025 he was officially inducted into the Grand Ole Opry. His latest album, Alone Again (Live), was released in 2024.
Related Events
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!
