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.

  • Firebird’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    This August, Firebird Theatre is proud to be able to present our next Shakespeare in the Park production: A Midsummer Night's Dream. Shakespeare's Athenian pastoral comedy about fairies, donkeys, and rude mechanicals is considered one of the Bard's greatest works. This production is directed by Tristan Buss and will include the use of mask-work inspired […]

    Free
  • Decked Out Punk Fest & Skateboard Art Show

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

    Decked Out Punk Fest (9/5) & Skateboard Art Fundraiser (9/5 - 9/27) FREE! This September, the GAC brings skate culture to the gallery walls with Decked Out, a fundraiser exhibition of custom skateboard decks created by local skaters and artists. Proceeds benefit the GAC's mission to connect and inspire through the arts. Join us for […]

    FREE
  • Abra Karbin Ceramics at Crested Butte Art Market

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    Sundays are better with clay! Find Abra Karbin Ceramics at the Crested Butte Art Market* every Sunday from 9am-2pm (rain or shine) alongside the Farmers Market. Come for the veggies, stay for the mugs, rainbows, and magic! I'll be at the market the following Sundays: September 7th September 14th *Crested Butte Art Market is hosted […]

    Free to Attend!
  • Film Screening:

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

    Join us in a community gathering to view and learn from neighbors' stories. Light apps and popcorn provided, bar will be open. Screening will have subtitles in Spanish.

    Free
  • Abra Karbin Ceramics at Crested Butte Art Market

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    Sundays are better with clay! Find Abra Karbin Ceramics at the Crested Butte Art Market* every Sunday from 9am-2pm (rain or shine) alongside the Farmers Market. Come for the veggies, stay for the mugs, rainbows, and magic! I'll be at the market the following Sundays: September 7th September 14th *Crested Butte Art Market is hosted […]

    Free to Attend!
  • Surface Design on Wheel Thrown Bodies

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

    4 Wednesdays, September 17 - October 8 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Learn to throw simple forms on the wheel and transform them into beautiful art through carving, brushwork and other surface design techniques with Karolina Szumilas. Location: GAC Clay Studio | Instructor: Karolina Szumilas $200 | Non-Member $170 | Member

    $170 – $200
  • Gunnison Harvest Fest

    Buckel Family Wine 1018 CO-135 Unit B, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Stomp some grapes (yes, you can get in the bin), Sip wine throughout the winemaking process, Burnell's food truck will be slinging their goodness, Fall vibes with Sundrop Flora flowers to take home along with other family-friendly fun

    free
  • And Series: Pastels + Palomas | Ages 21+

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

    Thursday, September 18th | 5:30 - 8:30 PM Sip and create in this playful pastel workshop with local artist Gail Sovick! Enjoy a refreshing Paloma while exploring the vibrant world of soft pastels in a relaxed, social setting. Gail will guide you through simple techniques to blend, layer, and play with color-no experience needed Location: […]

    $38 – $45
  • Handbuilding Hangout | Ages 15+

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

    Friday, September 19 | 5:30 - 8:00 pm | Skull Sculptures Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this hands-on pottery class! Join artist Alaina Holcombe to learn basic sculpting techniques while make a one of a kind Halloween decoration. Ages 15+ Location: GAC Clay Studio | Instructor: Alaina Holcombe $60 | Non-Member, […]

    $51 – $60
  • Resin Coasters | Ages 12+

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

    Friday, September 19th | 6:00 - 8:00 PM Get creative with resin in this hands-on class led by artist Shana Vogel! Learn the basics of working with resin while designing your own unique set of coasters. Choose from a variety of colors, additives, and effects to make each piece your own. Location: GAC Courtyard (weather […]

    $46 – $55
  • Saturday Clay Day: Black Bear Mugs

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

    Join us for a hands-on clay adventure designed just for kids(adults are welcome to stay or leave)! In this fun and creative class, young artists will explore the basics of pottery through a mix of handbuilding and wheel techniques. From shaping and sculpting to glazing their own unique pieces, students will gain confidence while bringing […]

    $35 – $50
  • Diversity Walk

    Diversity Walk: Meet at the Community Foundation to join in a parade down Main Street and celebrate our community.

    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