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.

Architecture Walking Tours

Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

Stroll down Elk Avenue with the Crested Butte Museum's staff, and learn about some of the first buildings built on the main street of Crested Butte, including discussions of form, […]

$10 – $25

Watercolor Workshop 14+

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

Join us for a relaxing and inspiring watercolor workshop with the talented artist Candy Carson! In this class, you'll learn the basics of watercolor techniques, including washes, blending, and creating […]

$34 – $40

Friends Night Throwing 21+

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

Gather your friends for an evening of fun and creativity at our Friends Night Wheel Throwing Class! Join Cat Avila as she guides you through the basics of wheel throwing […]

$51 – $60

Author Talk:

Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison

Join us for a collaboration with the Crested Butte Center for the ArtsÕ Mountain Words Festival with a free author talk at the Gunnison Library on Friday, May 23th at […]

free

Monday Night Magic

Storyweaver Games 901 W Tomichi Unit 2, Gunnison

Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a […]

Free

Rad! (1986)

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

FilmCult Movie Party: Rad Friday, May 23rd Doors: 7:00pm. Film: 7:30- 9:00 pm. Join us at the Gunnison Arts Center for a screening of the recently remastered cult classic, RAD, […]

$11 – $13

JIM DAVIDSON @ CRESTED BUCHA

Crested Bucha 315 1/2 N Main St, Gunnison

JIM DAVIDSON RETURNS TO CRESTED BUCHA IN GUNNISON PERFORMING FINGERSTYLE GUITAR AND VOCAL INTERPRETATIONS OF WILLIE NELSON, GEORGE STRAIT, JOHNNY CASH, BOB WILLS AND MANY, MANY OTHERS.

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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