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.
Acclaimed environmentalist Bill McKibben, author of more than 20 books, comes to Crested Butte with his latest release, Here Comes the Sun: A Last Chance for the Climate and a Fresh Chance for Civilization. McKibben, is one of the first to sound the alarm about the climate crisis and insists this moment is also full […]
A one-day deep dive to explore merging inner + outer vision through paint! Amanda will guide you through stages of developing and discovering a painting in acrylic! Saturday, October 11th | 10:00 - 6:00 PM Location: GAC Cy Baird Main Gallery. Instructor: Amanda Sage
Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 6 pm on Tuesday, October 14 for Crafternoon. For October we'll be making decorative, dried floral pumpkins. Please RSVP to [email protected]. Crafternoons are monthly maker-oriented sessions with different projects every month for teens and adults. All supplies and basic instructions are provided. Free & open to the […]
Join us for a hands-on clay adventure designed just for kids (adults are welcome enroll, hang with your child or leave them with us)! In this fun and creative class, young artists will explore the basics of pottery through a mix of handbuilding and wheel techniques. From shaping and sculpting to glazing their own unique […]
Please join us at 4 pm at the Gunnison Library on Saturday, October 18 for a Family Breakdancing Class. Guest artist Ian Flaws, owner of Denver's BBoy Factory, will instruct participants of all ages on Breakdancing! Free and open to the public.
Please join us at 3 pm at the Crested Butte Library on Sunday, October 19 for a Graffiti Art Class. Guest artist Ian Flaws, owner of Denver's BBoy Factory, will instruct participants (8 and older) on Graffiti Art! Free and open to the public.
Dracula + Spider Friday and Saturday, October 24th + 25th Doors: 6:30 pm. Curtain: 7:00 pm. The Up Valley, Down Valley Players present Michael Callihan's readers theatre adaptation of Orson Welles's 1938 Mercury Theater radio production of Dracula - the chilling tale of a mad Transylvanian Count turned blood-sucking fiend in search of a bride. […]
Sip craft cocktails, nibble on small plates and shop local artisans for unique handcrafted gifts perfect for everyone on your holiday shopping list!
After a long hiatus, the CB Dance Collective is bringing back our beloved fall dance production! Echoes of the First Laugh is an intimate, meaningful performance rooted in somatic movement, personal storytelling, and inner child work. This production invites adult dancers to dive deep, exploring their own lived experiences through movement, memory, and creative inquiry. […]
Join us for an evening of talent, community, and fundraising for the Gunnison Creative District! Treats, drinks, and other goodies will be available for purchase. Come prepared to cheer on brave community members of all ages as they perform their hearts out! For ticket information, please contact Heather Hughes at [email protected]
Join us for an evening of talent, community, and fundraising for the Gunnison Creative District! Treats, drinks, and other goodies will be available for purchase. Come prepared to cheer on brave community members of all ages as they perform their hearts out! For ticket information, please contact Heather Hughes at [email protected]
The Dean's List Film Tour lands in Crested Butte, CO-featuring independent crews and locally made ski films. Watch premieres from MOONSHED, BIRD FLU, VVX PRODUCTIONS and more. Come support local athletes and filmmakers, and get stoked for winter!
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!
