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.

  • Third Thursday Monthly Art Pop up

    Downtown Crested Butte Crested Butte, CO

    Come have a beer on us celebrating creativity at the very first Third Thursday Monthly Art Pop up, hosted by The Artlaws of the Southwest! Every month will look a little different as we will have rotating artists showcasing their crafts but live music, food and great art will always be a guarantee. Free to […]

    Free to Attend
  • Third Thursdays Art Pop Up

    Crested Butte Crested Butte, CO, United States

    On August 21st, we're bringing the Artlaw spirit to life with a pop-up event-an unapologetic showcase of work that's gritty, vibrant, and true to the artist's voice, giving our community a place to connect, create, and push boundaries together.

    Free
  • Patio Pottery: Lanterns Clay Class

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

    Light up your creativity in this fun pottery workshop with artist Kit Wijkowski! Using slab-building techniques, you'll make a unique ceramic lantern-perfect for candles, fairy lights, or decor.

    $42.5 – $45
  • Painting with Karen Hill

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

    Join artist Karen Hill for a laid-back monthly watercolor session! Bring your own project and get helpful tips and guidance as you paint alongside Karen, who will be working on her own piece too. It's a fun, supportive space to explore your creativity, ask questions, and connect with fellow artists.

    $38.25 – $45
  • Five Point Film Festival: On the Road

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

    Please join us at 6pm at the Gunnison Library on Friday, August 22 for an on-the-road film festival from the Five Point Film Fest. The 5Point Adventure Film Festival is a four-day event that celebrates stories of adventure, with a focus on positive social and environmental change. It's held annually in Carbondale, Colorado, and features […]

    free
  • 5 Point Film Festival

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

    Free showing of the 5 Point Film Festival: On Tour reel at the Gunnison Public Library. Family friendly! 7 short film from the yearly festival in Carbondale, CO

    Free
  • Ethan J. Perry Skeleton Crew Tour 2025

    Tully's 282 Elcho Avenue, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

    Boulder-based artist Ethan J. Perry performs solo acoustic shows featuring introspective and genre-blending music that promises an intimate, heartfelt experience.

    Free
  • SIX STRINGS FOR SIX POINTS

    Crested Bucha 315 1/2 N Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    SIX STRINGS FOR SIX POINTS is a fundraiser for Six Points Evaluation & Training, Inc being held at Crested Bucha on Friday, 22 August, starting at 6pm. Six Points Evaluation and Training, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization (under IRS Code 501(c)3) serving people with intellectual disabilities and people with traumatic brain injury in Gunnison […]

    FREE
  • Farm to Table Dinner

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

    A farm-to-table evening celebrating food, wine, and flowers! Join us for an intimate and elegant wine dinner at Iola Valley Farm, where Buckel Family Wine and Sundrop Flora come together for a one-of-a-kind experience under the summer sky. Enjoy a beautifully curated, multi-course menu crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients-all thoughtfully paired with Buckel's high-elevation, small-batch […]

    $125
  • Sunni Gunni Art Market: Local Art Sale

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

    Celebrate local creativity at the Sunni Gunni Art Market, a lively pop-up hosted by the Gunnison Arts Center and curated by local artists! Enjoy drinks, live music, and shop unique art from up to 20 makers-paintings, ceramics, prints, jewelry, and more. Expect good vibes, hand-poke tattoos, and one-of-a-kind finds!

  • Crafted Crowns Gemstone Art Class Youth

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

    Channel your inner royalty in this whimsical wire-wrapping workshop with artist Anette Akselson! Learn to create your own gemstone crown using wire, gemstones, and creative flair.

    $25.50 – $30
  • Crafted Crowns Gemstone Art Class Adult

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

    Channel your inner royalty in this whimsical wire-wrapping workshop with artist Anette Akselson! Learn to create your own gemstone crown using wire, gemstones, and creative flair.

    $25.50 – $30

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