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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.

Paintings by WCU almuni Bill Bateman

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Alumni Art Exhibition. Bill Bateman, class of 1975. Exhibition of over 25 oil paintings and watercolors created over a 30 year span.

Red Lady Celebration

Elk Avenue, Crested Butte Elk Avenue, Crested Butte

The community is invited to celebrate the successful conclusion of the fight to Save Red Lady after 47 years! On Elk Avenue, there will be dancing in the street to […]

Free

Gunnison Wildlife Assoc. Evening Social

Gunnison Elks Lodge 123 S Main St, Gunnison

Gunnison Wildlife Association: National Public Lands Day Evening Social Join us for an evening of community and conservation! In celebration of National Public Lands Day, the Gunnison Wildlife Association is […]

Friday Night Magic

Storyweaver Games 901 W Tomichi Unit 2, Gunnison

Every Friday Storyweaver Games invites Magic: The Gathering players to come and play at our tables. Friday's are generally players choice which is usually Commander. Some Friday's we host special […]

Free

disAbility Film Festival

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

The dis/ability film festival will be screened at Western Colorado University on Friday, October 4th, at 6:30 PM. Tickets are optional to purchase using the film freeway system and are […]

Optional!

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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Nordic skiers race in two lines dressed in costumes on a snowy downtown street

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