Federal lands comprise 85% of the Gunnison Valley. YOUR trails, rivers and public lands will be OPEN as the snow melts, but personnel cuts at the Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and Park Service mean all of us will need to keep stewardship top of mind this summer. Pack out all trash, and be extra careful with fire. Together, we can keep our backcountry beautiful!

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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Open for the Summer Season

Lake Fork Marina West Hwy 50, Gunnison

Lake Fork Marina nestled on the west end of Blue Mesa Reservoir opens May 15 for the 2025 summer season. The marina offers in and out boat launching, a store […]

Advanced Drawing 16+

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

Take your drawing skills to the next level in this advanced class with Don Seastrum. Explore complex techniques, refine your use of light and shadow, and delve into detailed rendering […]

$131.75 – $155

Seafood Cooking Class and Delivery

Crested Butte Crested Butte

Lively Life with Sierra Seafood Co. presents a Seafood Cooking Class and Delivery Time. 1 ) ORDER YOUR SEAFOOD link: https://sierraseafood.co/?a=13 2) New customers get $25 off of a $150 […]

$50

Lunchtime Still Life 16+

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

Take a creative break during your day and join artist Karolina Szumilas for an inspiring hour-long lunchtime still life class. This session is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, […]

$10

Mighty Mustang!

Gunnison Community School 1099 N 11th St, Gunnison

This event aims to bring students, families, and the larger Gunnison community together for an afternoon of movement, music, and even some special treats. There will be races for runners […]

$10

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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