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.
Join artist Caroline Toomer for a fun, hands-on clay adventure! Kids will learn coil building basics to create bowls, cups, creatures, and more-exploring their imaginations and building new skills along the way.
Capture your furry (or feathered!) friend in this fun pet portrait painting class! Using an 8x8 canvas, a photo reference, and the alla prima oil technique, you'll create a colorful portrait with step-by-step guidance from artist Karolina Szumilas.
The Pavillion Dance Series presents Swing Dancing on July 16th at The Three Rivers Pavillion in Almont. Swing and Latin dance lessons begin at 6pm with Live music for dance from the Gypsy Jazz Social Club from 7:30-9pm.
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 […]
Unwind with a brush in one hand and a glass of wine in the other! Join artist Karen Hill for a playful evening of watercolor exploration-no experience necessary. You'll learn simple techniques to create beautiful, expressive pieces while sipping and socializing in a relaxed, creative atmosphere.
Join us on Thursday, July 17 at 6 pm at the Crested Butte Library for an evening with writer and Gunnison native, Judy Fairchild. Judy will discuss her book The Old Eve Tree. About the book: During the summer of 1952, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, seven-year-old Tilly Harris begins to see her world differently. This […]
JOIN US ON THE PATIO FOR A SUNNY, BEGINNER-FRIENDLY CLAY CLASS. ARTIST KIT WIJKOWSKI WILL GUIDE YOU IN HANDBUILDING A CERAMIC FRUIT BOWL--PERFECT FOR YOUR KITCHEN.
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!
