Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

Explore events and things to do in Gunnison and Crested Butte, from weekend festivals and live music to outdoor adventures and cultural experiences. Whether you’re visiting for a few days or planning a longer stay, there’s always something happening in the Gunnison Valley. Find events happening today, this weekend, and throughout the year across every season. Use this guide to plan your trip and make the most of your time in Gunnison and Crested Butte.

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    Cookbook Club: Something from Nothing

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

    Discover the magic of making more with less at our community potluck inspired by Something from Nothing: A Cookbook by Alison Roman! This collection celebrates the art of cooking with […]

    $25
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    Mountain Words Festival

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

    The Mountain Words Festival is a multi-day literary festival featuring readings, workshops, kids' events, parties, panel discussions, and more. It offers a variety of paid and free events. Join us […]

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    Myth Understandings: An Evening of Comedy

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

    Why do so many persistent myths, superstitions, and folk beliefs arise? Why does our social brain love stories that feel true over facts that are true? Shane's newest show explores […]

    $35
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    Art Fair at Hartman Castle

    Hartman Castle 277 Gunnison County Road 38, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Local art, artisan food, live music and Hartman Castle Tours to correspond with the Saturday of the Gunnison Growler bike race.

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    Wildflower Watercolor Workshop

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

    Friday, May 29th | 6:00 - 8:00 PM Celebrate the beauty of nature in this hands-on watercolor workshop focused on painting wildflowers. Participants will learn techniques for creating soft washes, […]

    $40

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    West African Kora Experience

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

    Join us at the Gunnison Library at 2 pm on Saturday, June 6 for an entertaining and immersive West African Kora experience! We'll learn how this impressive instrument is built, […]

    free

  • Hip Hop Culture Camp

    Jerry's Gym 507 Maroon Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Five powerful days rooted in Hip Hop culture for youth ages 6-17. This immersive experience introduces young creatives to the elements of Hip Hop through music, movement, lyric writing, and […]

    $376

  • Immersive Drag Show @ the GAC

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

    An Immersive Drag Experience at the Gunnison Arts Center Friday, June 12 | Doors 6:00 PM | Show 7:00 PM This immersive drag experience will bring queer art to the […]

    $15 – $20

  • Chaski Quartet

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

    Please join us at the Gunnison Library on Tuesday, June 16 at 6 pm for a special, free performance by Chaski Quartet. Described in the Gunnison Country Times as making […]

    free

  • Pint-Sized Polkas

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

    Join us at 4 pm at the Gunnison Library on Friday, June 19 for some good old fashioned fun with musical group, Pint Sized Polka. Let's sing and dance together […]

    free

  • Inner Piece Speed Puzzle Competition

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

    On June 19 and 20, 2026, Crested Butte will be hosting its first-ever speed puzzling competition at the Center for the Arts Crested Butte. Speed puzzling is a fast-growing competitive […]

    $25 – $50

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