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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.

GVWN Garlic Mike’s Float And Dine

Join us for a Float n' Dine from Three Rivers to Garlic Mike's! Enjoy the area's only dinner cruise-Rocky Mountain style! We'll be starting out at Three Rivers Resort and enjoy a scenic float trip on the Gunnison River to Garlic Mike's Restaurant. Then we'll dine on a delicious Italian dinner! You will receive the […]

$105

Historic Pub Crawl

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

Join us as we explore pubs and historic buildings in the town of Crested Butte for stories of the past while you enjoy libations. Our pub crawls feature 3 different establishments, which include stories from a historian, and an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage at each location. Our pub crawls sell out fast, so get your […]

$35 – $40

CBFOL Wine Tasting Supporting Old Rock Library

Queen of All Saints Parish Hall 401 Sopris Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Join Crested Butte Friends of the Library (CBFOL) and Sommelier Aaron Tomcak for one, two, or all three wine tastings each summer. These are fun and educational evenings that allow you to do some good, too! Sponsored by CBFOL, these events raise funds for the Crested Butte Library's programs and materials. All three tastings are […]

$50

Ladies Fly Fishing Clinic

Don't Miss Our First Ladies Fly Fishing Clinic With Willowfly Anglers! Willowfly Anglers is an Orvis-Endorsed Fly-Fishing Outfitter / Fly-Shop located at Three Rivers Resort, where the East and Taylor Rivers come together to form the Gunnison River. They have been in operation since 1983 and employ the most experienced, talented, and safest guides in […]

$125

Mt. Crested Butte Chili & Beer Festival

Red Lady Stage 12 Snowmass Rd, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

The 25th Annual Mt. Crested Butte Chili & Beer Festival is a celebration of locally made Chili and Colorado-brewed craft beer, ciders, and seltzers that draws both locals and visitors to the mountain for a music, chili, cider, seltzer and beer-filled afternoon. The event is Saturday, September 9, 2023 at the base area of Crested […]

$60

Almont Historic Pub Crawl

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

Join us as we explore the history of Almont at Three Rivers Resort and The Almont Resort while you enjoy libations. This "crawl" will feature a historian and an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage at each location. Our pub crawls sell out fast, so get your tickets today!

$35 – $40

September Crafternoon

Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Join us at the Gunnison Library at 5 pm on Thursday, September 21 for September Crafternoon! For this month's craft we will be customizing a floating glass photo frame with delicate pressed flowers. Bring a small photo to incorporate into your design if you wish! (Frames are 4x3 for reference) Crafternoons are monthly maker-oriented sessions […]

free

Women’s Networking Night

Bonez 130 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO

Join us for our September Women's Networking Night Come network with the wonderful ladies of the Gunnison Valley. Join us Wednesday, September 27th from 5:30-7:30 at BONEZ in Crested Butte. We just love the atmosphere here! BONEZ offers an eclectic yet simple menu of everything from do-it-yourself guac to delicious tacos and enchiladas. And of […]

$5.00

Teton Gravity Research Film Premiere:

Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Get ready, Gunnison! Teton Gravity Research is rolling into town for the winter kick-off celebration of the year. Join us at the Gunnison Library at 5 pm on Friday, October 6 for the 28th annual ski and snowboard film "Legend Has It." Come early for prize giveaways from partners like Atomic, Volkl, YETI, Sierra Nevada, […]

free

Fall Wine Tour

Paonia Wine Country Paonia, CO, United States

Let's get together and go tour Colorado's Wine Country! Check out the fall foliage and take a fabulous day trip to the North Fork Valley! We'll enjoy a comfortable (and very scenic) drive over Kebler Pass to Colorado's Wine Country, stopping for lunch along the way, and then visiting 3-4 wineries in Paonia and Hotchkiss. […]

$78.50

Fall Wine Tour

Paonia Wine Country Paonia, CO, United States

Let's get together and go tour Colorado's Wine Country! Check out the fall foliage and take a fabulous day trip to the North Fork Valley! We'll enjoy a comfortable (and very scenic) drive over Kebler Pass to Colorado's Wine Country, stopping for lunch along the way, and then visiting 3-4 wineries in Paonia and Hotchkiss. […]

$78.50

Coffee with Coworkers

ICELab @ Western 540 Escalante Dr, Gunnison, CO, United States

Join us on October 17 at 8:30 A.M. downstairs at the ICELab in Gunnison for Coffee with Coworkers! This monthly event is a great opportunity to meet with other passionate professionals, discuss ideas and get connected to the local entrepreneurial community. Coffee is 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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