Stage 1 fire restrictions in are currently in effect in Gunnison National Forest. Learn more here.

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.

Friends Night Throwing 21+

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

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 to create your own unique pottery pieces. This hands-on workshop is perfect for socializing, trying something new, and sharing laughs while making art.

$51 – $60

Jewelry Series: Stunning Crowns

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Discover the art of wire wrapping and create your own stunning gemstone crown in this exclusive jewelry class with Anette Akselson! In this hands-on workshop, Anette will teach you essential wire wrapping techniques to design and craft a unique crown using beautiful gemstones. From selecting the perfect stones to mastering the intricate wiring methods, you'll […]

$46.75 – $55

Tiger Electric at Powerstop

Powerstop 905 N Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Tiger Electric plays garage punk surf pop. 21+, no cover!

Free

Drawing the Figure 18+

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Sharpen your skills in this dynamic figure drawing class with artist Karolina Szumilas. Work from a live nude model as you explore gesture, proportion, and expressive linework.

$55.25 – $65

AND Series: Resin + Rose 21+

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Join artist Shana Vogel for a fun, beginner-friendly resin workshop and create your own shiny, one-of-a-kind piece-like a coaster, tray, or abstract art. Sip rosŽ as you pour, swirl, and sparkle your way through the process.

$46.75 – $55

Wine Knot 101: A Fly-Fishing + Wine Workshop

Gunnison River Fly Shop 213 N Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Equipment review and Knot-sense ~ "Wine Knot" 101 Join us for a basic overview of your fly-fishing gear and the knots to get your flies secured to your leader, and so much more. This one-and-a-half (probably two) hour class will cover the terminology of fly-fishing gear, rigging your rod and getting your flies tied on […]

$50

Drawing the Figure 18+

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Sharpen your skills in this dynamic figure drawing class with artist Karolina Szumilas. Work from a live nude model as you explore gesture, proportion, and expressive linework.

$55.25 – $65

Wine Tasting

Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

CB Friends of the Library wine tastings are back! The first of 2025 is June 26th. Tickets sell out quickly so get your tickets soon.

$50.00

Tony’s Speakeasy – A Black & White Affair

Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Tony's Speakeasy is an annual celebration and fundraiser commemorating the anniversary of making historic Tony's Conoco the museum's forever home. Our annual community celebration -historically known as the "Black and White Ball" - is taking a trip back in time. We're turning the clock back 100 years to bring you Tony's Speakeasy: A Black and […]

$30

Harmonic FunKtion @ the Elk’s Lodge

Gunnison Elks Lodge 123 S Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Join Harmonic FunKtion - the Gunnison Valley's premier local funk band - for a night of fun and music at the Gunnison Elk's Lodge, July 5th @ 9:00 P.M.

Van Tours with Vandenbusche

Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

This tour will be centered around the history of the Ski Areas of Crested Butte, focusing on the early days of skiing, the Pioneer Ski Area, Rozman Hill, Pershing Mine Ski Hill, Quick's Hill CBMR, and more. Visit https://crestedbuttemuseum.com/events-programs/van-tours-with-vandenbusche/ for more information. Tickets for members are $75 each and for non-members are $85 each. Tickets […]

$75 – $85

Drawing the Figure 18+

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Sharpen your skills in this dynamic figure drawing class with artist Karolina Szumilas. Work from a live nude model as you explore gesture, proportion, and expressive linework.

$55.25 – $65

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!

View Annual Events

Nordic skiers race in two lines dressed in costumes on a snowy downtown street

"*" indicates required fields

Sign Up To Receive Our Emails

Want to stay connected with Gunnison Crested Butte? Our free newsletters keep you in the know about everything Gunnison Valley.

Hidden
General Newsletter
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Site developed by Agency Tourism Marketing