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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.

Learn to Skate Free!

Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte

We're thrilled to offer another season of Learn to Skate free lessons. Our favorite thing in the world is helping people get out on snow to enjoy the magical world […]

Free

The Clay Lab: Wheel Work

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

Join Kit Wijkowski for a hands-on pottery adventure! Kids will learn the basics of wheel throwing, including centering, shaping, and creating unique pieces to take home.Perfect for beginners or those […]

$120

High Country film

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Conor Hagen's Film about community history and conservation. It is a collaborative effort between High Country Conservation Advocates (HCCA) and Western Colorado University's Film Studies Program.

Free

AlpenPhunk: The Sugarman 3

Alpenphunk is where world-class music meets Crested Butte's vibrant mountain culture, creating an unforgettable weekend of sound, skiing and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations. Neal Sugarman, a saxophonist from Newton, Massachusetts, began his […]

$75

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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