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.

  • AND Series: Resin + Rose 21+

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

    Join artist Shana Vogel for a fun, beginner-friendly resin workshop and create your own shiny, one-of-a-kind piece-like a coaster, tray, or abstract art. Sip rosŽ as you pour, swirl, and […]

    $46.75 – $55
  • Cookbook Club: Listen To Your Vegetables

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

    As part of our extended programming from the Crested Butte Wine + Food Festival, we're celebrating the flavors of spring with a fresh and vibrant edition of Cookbook Club! Join […]

    $25
  • Patio Pottery 15+

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

    Celebrate creativity and pride with clay in this colorful, hands-on class! Join artist Kit Wijkowski on the patio to hand-build a vibrant planter full of personality.

    $38.25 – $45
  • Easy Jim, Live at Zuni West Brewing

    Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

    Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead performs at Zuni West Brewing in Crested Butte South for their "One Year Anniversary Bash" on Saturday, June 21st! The party starts at […]

    $25
  • Telling Stories

    Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory 8000 Co Rd 317, Crested Butte, CO

    History Professor Dr. Jerry Frank will discuss how we tell stories about our public lands in Colorado, particularly the fascinating relationship between our public lands, narrative, and power in the […]

    $20
  • Wednesday Night Meditation and Dharma Talk

    Sanctuary Somatics 513 S Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    The Way of Compassion Dharma Center is located in Carbondale, Colorado. The sister Dharma center is the Here and Now Center in Gunnison, CO. We also serve a virtual sangha […]

    By Donation
  • Drawing the Figure 18+

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

    Sharpen your skills in this dynamic figure drawing class with artist Karolina Szumilas. Work from a live nude model as you explore gesture, proportion, and expressive linework.

    $55.25 – $65
  • 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!
  • Painting with Light Workshop – Amanda Sage

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

    Join visionary artist Amanda Sage for 2 weekend intensive painting workshops at the Gunnison Arts Center! Explore the foundations of Mischtechnik method as Amanda guides you through creating a powerful […]

    $212.50 – $250
  • 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

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