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.
Head back to school in style! Join artist Shana Vogel to create custom resin jewelry-earrings, keychains, or backpack charms-using glitter, dyes, and fun add-ins. A playful class for expressing your […]
Join the Trailhead Children's Museum on August 2nd, 2025 for our 3rd Annual BIG SUMMER BASH! An outdoor, family friendly music festival, featuring Latin GRAMMY Award winning artist MISTER G. […]
Sundays are better with clay! Find Abra Karbin Ceramics at the Crested Butte Art Market* every Sunday from 9am-2pm (rain or shine) alongside the Farmers Market. Come for the veggies, […]
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 for 3-day art camp full of color, creativity, and fun! Kids will explore painting, drawing, sculpture, and more.
Curious about watercolor? Join artist Karen Hill for a beginner-friendly class covering brushwork, color mixing, and simple techniques in a fun, supportive setting-no experience needed!
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 […]
The Pavillion Dance Series presents a night of Two-steppin and Honky Tonk on August 6th at the Three Rivers Pavillion in Almont. Dance lessons start at 6pm and live music […]
Unwind and get creative in this relaxed handbuilding class with Cat Avila. Explore techniques like pinch pots, coils, and slabs while developing your personal style. Open to all skill levels […]
Sharpen your skills in this dynamic figure drawing class with artist Karolina Szumilas. Work from a live nude model as you explore gesture, proportion, and expressive linewor
As part of our extended programming from the Crested Butte Wine + Food Festival, we're bringing a special edition of Cookbook Club to the table! Join us for an intimate […]
Connect, create, and craft a personal ceramic altar in this outdoor pottery class with artist Kit Wijkowski. You'll learn approachable handbuilding techniques to shape a meaningful piece that reflects you.
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!
