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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.

Death Becomes Her

Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte

Madeline is married to Ernest, who was once arch-rival Helen's fiance. After recovering from a mental breakdown, Helen vows to kill Madeline and steal back Ernest. Unfortunately for everyone, the […]

$5

Camp 4 Coffee Cart to Cart Trail Run

Camp4Coffee CB South 161 Gillaspey Ave, Crested Butte

10 or 19mile trail runs at the height of the fall colors! Fun prizes to winners and random participants!

$75

Gunnison Wildlife Assoc. Volunteer Day

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Gunnison Wildlife Association: Volunteer Day - Habitat Restoration Join us on Saturday, October 5th, from 9 AM to 1 PM, for a hands-on Volunteer Day as we work together to […]

Big + Little Art

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

This engaging class invites families to explore their artistic talents and collaborate on exciting projects in a fun, supportive environment. From painting and drawing to crafting and sculpting, you'll embark […]

$65

GVWN Fall Wine Tour

Paonia Wine Country Paonia

Let's get together and go tour Colorado's Wine Country! Check out the fall foliage and take a fabulous day trip to the North Fork Valley! We'll enjoy a comfortable (and […]

$88.50

Cauldrons + Creepy Garland

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

Get into the Halloween spirit with our Cauldron & Creepy Garland Ceramic Class! Craft your own spooky cauldron and ghostly garland for a touch of seasonal magic. Join us for […]

$50

MTCB Fall Festival

Mountain Wedding Garden 911 Gothic Rd, Mt. Crested Butte

Join us for a free fun-filled afternoon featuring live music by Mama Lingua, pumpkin patch and children's activities by Trailhead, cookie decorating, a live charcuterie display, free drinks, and more! […]

FREE

Oktoberfest 2024 @ Zuni West

Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South

Join Zuni West for the 3rd Annual Crested Butte Oktoberfest, hosted for the first year at our brand new location in CB South! Featuring Clay Street Unit, a stellar 6 […]

$20

Jeny and the Bets

Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South

Opening the 3rd annual Oktoberfest at Zuni West Brewing. Tasty melodies, raw lyrics, and a frontwoman who commands the stage. Jeny and the Bets bring big energy, presenting a gritty […]

FREE

NEW LIBRARY SITE VISIT

Join us at 1pm at the corner of Elcho Avenue and Glacier Street in Crested Butte South on Saturday, October 5 for a New Library Site Visit & CB South […]

free

Live Music with The Tenny Men

Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South

Oktoberfest at Zuni West Brewing. The Tenny Men are a Denver-based band who have been bringing high energy rock covers and originals to the masses since 2021. The boys (men) […]

FREE

Exhibition Opening Re-Wombing by Paige Stewart

Paige Stewart Studio 723 S 9th Street Suite 2, Gunnison

"Re-Wombing" is an experiential textile sculpture by Paige Stewart. This new artwork acts as an amplifier for healing, by allowing the participant to enter the womb, follow a specialized meditation […]

FREE

Harvest Block Print

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

Create beautiful, handcrafted prints using traditional block printing techniques. Design and carve your own blocks inspired by autumn's bounty, and learn how to transfer your designs onto paper or fabric. […]

$35

Run with the Mountaineers

Mountaineer Bowl 106 Maintenance Dr, Gunnison

Kids ages 4-13 are invited to RUN OUT ONTO THE FIELD JUST LIKE THE MOUNTAINEERS at halftime under the lights on October 5! Kick-off is at 6:00 p.m. and kids […]

Death Becomes Her

Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte

Madeline is married to Ernest, who was once arch-rival Helen's fiance. After recovering from a mental breakdown, Helen vows to kill Madeline and steal back Ernest. Unfortunately for everyone, the […]

$5

Benefit concert and auction in honor of Brent Winston

Fred Field Center 275 S. Spruce St, Gunnison

Concert features Evelyn Roper. Tickets are $25 per person. Premiere tables are available for $1,000. Participate in a silent auction and live auction. 100% of the money raised will go […]

$25

Clay Street Unit Live at Zuni West Brewing

Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South

Based out of Denver, CO, Clay Street Unit is rooted deep in homegrown southern country and folk that branches into the bluegrass sound that's heard throughout the Appalachian hills. Forming […]

FREE

Gunnison Valley Observatory Deluxe Tour

Gunnison Valley Observatory 2408 County Road 38, Gunnison

A second special "after season" viewing event at the Gunnison Valley Observatory. Hopefully better weather in October. Smaller group so you get to spend more time looking through GVO's large […]

$25

Live Music with Clay Street Unit

Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South

Oktoberfest at Zuni West Brewing. Based out of Denver, CO, Clay Street Unit is rooted deep in homegrown southern country and folk that branches into the bluegrass sound that's heard […]

FREE

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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