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.

The Clay Lab: Squishmellows

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

In this playful class, kids will create their own Squishmallow-inspired sculptures using clay and simple hand-building techniques.

$102 – $120

Alla Prima Flowers in Oil 16+

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

Paint fresh blooms in one sitting with artist Karolina Szumilas using the alla prima technique. Learn bold brushwork, color mixing, and composition in a relaxed, creative setting-great for all skill […]

$46.75 – $55

HBD, HP! FREE movie at the Majestic

Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte

Join us at 3:30 pm at the Majestic Theater in Crested Butte on Friday, August 1 for a FREE showing of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. This screening is […]

free

50th Annual MTCB Town Picnic

Join us for the town of Mt. Crested Butte's 50th Annual Town Picnic! This is a family-friendly picnic for all residents of Mt. Crested Butte. Come out for a good […]

FREE

Free Music in the Garden

Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

The museum is excited to bring back live music in the garden on Fridays in August from 5pm to 7pm. Libations & snacks will be available for purchase. This is […]

FREE

Crested Butte Arts Festival

Elk Avenue Crested Butte

The 53rd Annual, Crested Butte Arts Festival will return to historic Elk Avenue, August 1st-3rd, 2025. 150 juried fine artist will exhibit in addition to live entertainment, art auction, food […]

Free

Pop Art Party

Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison

Join us from 6-8 pm at the Gunnison Library on Friday, August 1, 2025 for a Pop Art Program with modern pop artist Michael Albert. This modern pop art experience […]

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

CBSF Bluegrass + BBQ Fundraiser

Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte

Join us for a lively evening supporting the Crested Butte Snowsports Foundation, featuring delicious food from local favorite Tully's and live music from the Black Canyon Ramblers. This community fundraiser […]

$35

Swing Dancing with After Midnight Jazz

Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte

Swing Night with After Midnight Jazz Band Thursday, August 1 | Doors at 7:15 PM | Show at 8:00 PM Swing Dance Lesson: 6:15-7:15 PM. Get ready to swing the […]

$35

Singletrack! The Musical

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Gunnison Valley Theatre Festival presents a staged reading/singing of Steven Cole Hughes' new musical, Singletrack! A comedy musical about a high-school mountain biker in Gunnison, CO, who must choose between […]

$10 – $20

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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