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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  • Art Walk

    Various Crested Butte locations

    Join us on this special evening to meet your local artists! Look for the colorful Artwalk tonight flags at participating galleries!

    Free!

  • Colorado Brass Band

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    For decades, one of the longest-running British-style brass bands in the country has met in Gunnison during the summer to learn from expert conductors and entertain the community. Join us […]

    FREE!

  • Art Shed Show

    Subversive Stitches Sew Shop 419 N Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Saturday | June 28th | 10 am - 2 pm | Gunnison, CO Come hang with us at Subversive Stitches Sew Shop and enjoy an art pop-up hosted by The […]

    Free to Attend!

  • 3 Simple Ferments 15+

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

    Join Holistic Chef Ashley Anderson for a hands-on intro to fermentation! Learn how fermented foods support gut health as you make three simple, probiotic-rich recipes to recreate at home.

    $46.75 – $55

  • 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, […]

    Free to Attend!

  • Gunnison Sunset

    Swing Dancing

    The Pavillion Dance Series presents Swing Dancing on July 2nd. Lessons begin at 6pm featuring basics and beyond of Western Swing Dancing and Waltzing. With Live Music for Dance by […]

    $15
  • Gunnison Sunset

    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 […]

    $30

  • JIM DAVIDSON @ GARLIC MIKE’S RIVER BAR

    Jim Davidson returns to Garlic Mike's River Bar next to the Gunnison River and featuring Mike's classic River Bar fare. So come on out and listen to the mesemrizing sounds […]

    FREE
  • Gunnison Sunset

    4th of July

    Jorgensen Park 501 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    4th of July Celebrations - Gunnison Colorado - Jorgensen Park -- Everything starts at 4:00 pm, including kids games, food court, and beer garden. SUP Demos from 5 - 6 […]

    Free

  • JIM DAVIDSON @ BLUE MESA MUSIC

    Blue Mesa Music Store 132 N Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Jim Davidson returns to Blue Mesa Music for another First Friday Art Walk and on the 4th of July!! So start your 4th of July celebration at Blue Mesa Music […]

    FREE

  • BLACK CANYON RAMBLERS @ BUTTE 66

    Butte 66 10 Crested Butte Way, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    The Black Canyon Ramblers are very excited to be performing at the Crested Butte Mountain Resort Summer Folk Fest on the deck of Butte 66 Bar & Grille overlooking Mt […]

    FREE
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Harmonic FunKtion at Elks Lodge

    Harmorie Funktion is a turk fusion band dedicated to writing, recording, and parter ning enginal music. Available to hire for everts, weddings, tastivals, and clubs, Harmenic Furton is filling the […]

    $10

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