Felted Blooms Art Class
Dive into fiber art with local artist Sarah Sharsmith in this fun, hands-on workshop! Learn the basics of wet felting as you create vibrant, sculptural wool flowers-layer, shape, and add […]
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.
Dive into fiber art with local artist Sarah Sharsmith in this fun, hands-on workshop! Learn the basics of wet felting as you create vibrant, sculptural wool flowers-layer, shape, and add […]
Explore how meaningful places spark creativity in this reflective, hands-on workshop with artist Don Seastrum. After a brief session at the Gunnison Arts Center, the class heads outdoors to draw […]
Please join us at the Gunnison Library at 5pm on Thursday, July 31 for "Art as Resistance" an illustration workshop with artist Ellie Fortune. Learn how to cultivate creativity, empower […]
Our historic pub crawls are among some of our patrons favorite events. Each pub crawl usually features 2-3 different drinking establishments or historic buildings in The Gunnison Valley. The tour […]
Presenting Gilbert & Sullivan's comic operetta "Trial by Jury." This family friendly program includes selections from "The Pirates of Penzance," "The Mikado" and H.M.S. Pinafore. Performers include singers and musicians […]
In this playful class, kids will create their own Squishmallow-inspired sculptures using clay and simple hand-building techniques.
Paint fresh blooms in one sitting with artist Karolina Szumilas using the alla prima technique. Learn bold brushwork, color mixing, and composition in a relaxed, creative setting-great for all skill […]
The 53rd Annual, Crested Butte Arts Festival will return to historic Elk Avenue, August 1st-3rd, 2025. 150 juried fine artist will exhibit in addition to live entertainment, art auction, food […]
Join us from 6-8 pm at the Gunnison Library on Friday, August 1, 2025 for a Pop Art Program with modern pop artist Michael Albert. This modern pop art experience […]
Gunnison Valley Theatre Festival presents a staged reading/singing of Steven Cole Hughes' new musical, Singletrack! A comedy musical about a high-school mountain biker in Gunnison, CO, who must choose between […]
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!