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.

  • Astro Bandits live at The Eldo

    The Eldo 215 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Astro Bandits are a local Crested Butte band that blend a fiery fusion of psychedelic rock, funk, blues, and punk, where raw energy meets soaring improvisation, crafting immersive, ever-evolving musical […]

    Free
  • Astro Bandits live at A Bar Above

    A Bar Above 620 Gothic Rd Suite C130, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Astro Bandits, a local Crested Butte band, blends a fiery fusion of psychedelic rock, funk, blues, and punk, where raw energy meets soaring improvisation, crafting immersive, ever-evolving musical odysseys. Come […]

    Free
  • Intro to Oil Painting 18+

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

    Discover the joy of oil painting in this beginner-friendly class with Karolina Szumilas! Learn essential techniques such as blending, layering, and color mixing while working on your own masterpiece. Karolina […]

    $127.50 – $150
  • Western Colorado University Gallery Reception

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

    It's a Mountaineer takeover! The Kinder Padon Gallery will showcase artwork created by Art & Design students of Western Colorado University. Join us for their gallery reception!

  • Saturday Clay Day | Easter Garland

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

    Celebrate the season with creativity in our Ceramic Easter Garland Class! Join Cat Avila as she guides kids and families through the process of crafting charming Easter-themed garlands using clay. […]

    $29.75 – $35
  • History- Greek Jews from Antiquity to the Present

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

    Elliot Colchamiro conducts tours at the "Holocaust Documentation & Education Center" in Dania Beach, Florida where he has transcribed to text more than two dozen Holocaust testimonies. Elliot will discuss […]

    Free
  • AND Series: Wood Burning + Whiskey

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

    Unwind and ignite your creativity in this unique wood-burning workshop with Chelsea McKenzie. Sip on expertly crafted whiskey cocktails while learning the art of pyrography. Chelsea will guide you through […]

    $46 – $54
  • 2025 Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T)

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    2025 Fly Fishing Film Tour @ Western Colorado University Theater The Gunnison TU Chapter is proud to present the 2025 screening of the highly anticipated 19th Annual Fly Fishing Film […]

    $20
  • Public Museum Hours

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

    Stop by and visit the Museum during our off season hours! We will be open from 11am to 5pm Friday - Sunday April 18th through May 16th.

    FREE
  • Friends Night Throwing 21+

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

    Gather your friends for an evening of fun and creativity at our Friends Night Wheel Throwing Class! Join Cat Avila as she guides you through the basics of wheel throwing […]

    $51 – $60
  • Public Museum Hours

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

    Stop by and visit the Museum during our off season hours! We will be open from 11am to 5pm Friday - Sunday April 18th through May 16th.

    FREE
  • Youth WoodBurning Workshop

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

    Introduce your child to the art of pyrography in this fun and creative wood burning workshop with Chelsea McKenzie! Young artists will learn how to safely use wood burning tools […]

    $38.25 – $45

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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