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.

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  • Gunnison Sunset

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    An experience in co-creation of a one of a kind play where the audience participate in the writing and performing of their unique creation in the moment.

    $25

  • West African Music Experience!

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

    Join us at the Gunnison Library on Friday, February 28 from 6-7 pm for a super special, all ages cultural event. Fara Tolno will present a West African Music Experience! […]

    free

  • Cultural Arts Family Night

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

    Come out for this free family friendly event featuring guest artists Fara and Etienne Tolno. Experience and share in the cultural rhythms, stories and movements of Guinea, West Africa. Performance, […]

  • Melanin Mountain Project Film Festival

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

    This 2021 film directed by Shaka King is presented by The Eldo.

    Free

  • Mardi Gras Beads and Masks

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

    Celebrate the vibrant spirit of Mardi Gras in this fun, hands-on class for kids! Create your own festive masks with feathers, glitter, and sequins, and design custom bead necklaces to […]

    $12.75 – $15

  • Easy Jim, Two Nights at Almont Resort

    Almont Resort 10209 CO-135, Almont, CO

    Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead performs two nights at the Almont Resort on Saturday, March 1st and Sunday, March 2nd. Doors open at 7pm, showtime is 7:30pm, and […]

    $20
  • Gunnison Sunset

    KBUT Mardi Gras Parade

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    Celebrate Mardi Gras in Crested Butte with a parade down Elk Avenue. Floats gather at 4:20, and the parade starts at 5:00. There will be a band at the Mallardi […]

    free

  • Beginner Wheel Throwing 16+

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

    Unwind and get creative in the evenings with Wheel Throwing led by the talented Cassandra Duft. This class is designed for beginners. Cassandra will guide you through the process of […]

    $255 – $300

  • Wacky Wednesday- Kids

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

    Unleash your creativity in Wacky Wednesday Art Exploration! In this hands-on workshop, you'll create unique art pieces using paints, 3D materials, and your imagination. Experiment with bold techniques and bring […]

    $119 – $140

  • Beginner 2 Wheel Throwing 16+

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

    Unwind and get creative in the evenings with Wheel Throwing led by the talented Cassandra Duft. This class is designed for those who have already taken a 6-week course. Cassandra […]

    $255 – $300

  • I Love You Because

    Mallardi Cabaret Theatre 403 2nd Street, 2nd Floor, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    A modern twist on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, set in New York City. A young, uptight greeting card writer's life is changed when he meets a flighty photographer. Together […]

    $25
  • Gunnison Sunset

    International Women’s Day Celebration

    Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

    Join us at Montanya for a special International Women's Day Celebration from March 7th-9th! We're honoring the incredible women in our community with: $10 Dark & Snowy cocktails for women. […]

    Free

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