Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

Explore events and things to do in Gunnison and Crested Butte, from weekend festivals and live music to outdoor adventures and cultural experiences. Whether you’re visiting for a few days or planning a longer stay, there’s always something happening in the Gunnison Valley. Find events happening today, this weekend, and throughout the year across every season. Use this guide to plan your trip and make the most of your time in Gunnison and Crested Butte.

Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.

  • Big + Little Art

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

    Create, move, and bond in our Big + Little class with Kit Wijkowski! Explore art and movement together through painting, sculpture, music, and dance. This class fosters creativity and connection.

    $55.25 – $65
  • Wire Wrap Rings

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

    Join Anette Akelson for a hands-on jewelry class where you'll learn to create beautiful gemstone wire wrap rings! This workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike. Spend a […]

    $46.75 – $55
  • Wire Wrap Rings

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

    Join Anette Akelson for a hands-on jewelry class where you'll learn to create beautiful gemstone wire wrap rings! This workshop is perfect for beginners and experienced crafters alike. Spend a […]

    $46.75 – $55
  • Saturday Soups

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

    Join Chris Dressick for a 4-week soup-making series! This hands-on class will teach you how to create hearty soups from scratch, exploring a range of flavors and techniques. From classic […]

    $170 – $200
  • Oscar Nominated Doc Short Films

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Crested Butte Film Festival, for the seventh year in a row presents two Oscar Nominated Short Film programs in Crested Butte. In each program, you'll see the five finalists in […]

    $17
  • Oscar Nominated Live Action Short Films

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Crested Butte Film Festival, for the seventh year in a row presents two Oscar Nominated Short Film programs in Crested Butte. In each program, you'll see the five finalists in […]

    $17
  • February Break | Mini Art Camp

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

    Join us for a fun-filled, two-day mini art camp designed for elementary-aged artists! Campers will explore their creativity through hands-on activities in drawing, painting, ceramics, and mixed media while also […]

    $80.75 – $95
  • Kissidugu Kids Camp

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

    Give your kids a fun and fulfilling February break with immersion in an engaging and dynamic afternoon cultural arts camp! This camp will be targeted to ages 8-12 and will […]

  • Cultural Arts Kids Camp

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

    Give your kids a fun and fulfilling February break with immersion in an engaging and dynamic afternoon cultural arts camp! This camp will be targeted to ages 8-12 and will […]

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  • Aprs Jazz Concert Series

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

    The Crested Butte Center for the Arts presents Aprs Jazz with Gypsy Jazz Social Club. 90 minute of Mysterious Yet Strangely Familiar music happens on Tuesday, February 18, starting at […]

  • The Clay Lab: Squishmallows

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

    Join Kit Wijkowski for a fun Clay Lab session designed for kids! Sculpt your own Squishmallow-inspired clay figure and learn how to shape, mold, and add cute details. This class […]

    $136 – $160
  • And Series: Clay Yonis + Cosmos

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

    Celebrate self-love, empowerment, and creativity in this And Series with Hannah Willis and Cat Avila in a unique and meaningful clay workshop! Participants will sculpt and design their own clay […]

    $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