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Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

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.

Children’s Theater Camp

Gunnison High School 800 W. Ohio Ave., Gunnison, CO

This one week camp is an annual favorite for youth in the Gunnison Valley! Open to youth ages 6-18, this camp enables children to get involved in every aspect of […]

Evening Wheel Throwing

If you have always wanted to learn the art of throwing on the wheel, this is a great time! This 5 week session touches on all of the basics of […]

$250

Live! from Mt. Crested Butte

Red Lady Stage 12 Snowmass Rd, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

Nestled deep in the beautiful Kootenay mountains of Western Canada lies the home of Moontricks, a duo whose timeless sound captures the essence of their rugged roots. Combining their love […]

Buckel Wine Craft Nights

Abra Karbin Ceramics 723 S 9th Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

Buckel Wine Craft Nights Abra Karbin Studios | Gunnison, CO Wednesdays, June 19, and August 14th. 6:00 to 8:00pm Join me for an evening of creativity and indulgence during my […]

$60

Macramé Workshop | Yoga Mat Sling

Join us to learn how to make your own Macramé in this Workshop Series! Come get groovy with instructor, Hope Kesler and Daniela Spohr, and learn how to make your […]

$25

Improv Workshop

Crested Butte Mountain Theatre 403 2nd Street, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Discover the joy of improvisation with our series of engaging workshops over the next four months! No experience is necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and creativity. Unleash your imagination, build […]

Free

Ceramic Succulents | Family Class

Drop off your child or join them to hand-build a succulent of your choice and a planter for it to live in! No watering required! Ages 6 and up.

$48

Easy Jim, Live at the Elevation Hotel and Spa

Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead performs on the Jose patio at the Elevation Hotel in Mt. Crested Butte on Saturday, August 17th from 5-8pm. The show is free […]

Free

And Series: Ceramic Succulents + Agave Margaritas

Join our Instructor + Artist, Kit Wijkowski, creating a hand-built planter and sculpted succulent. Learn basic clay techniques in our beautiful studio. Light snacks + one complimentary beverage of your […]

$65

Gunnison Music Cruise

Sanctuary Somatics 513 S Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Join the Gunnison Resiliency Project for the third music cruise of summer 2024 featuring Alternative People. We'll meet up at Sanctuary Somatics between 5:30 and 6 p.m. and then cruise […]

Western Wednesdays at the Majestic

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

Stop by the 3rd Wednesday of every month for a new Majestic tradition - Western Wednesdays! Each month, we'll be screening a classic cowboy flick for free! This month's Western […]

FREE

Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe at the Public House

Public House Crested Butte 202 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO

Karl DensonÕs Tiny Universe electrifying the Public House Stage August 22 & August 23, 2024 KDTU has electrified audiences around the world for over 25 years from the fields of […]

$65

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

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