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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Art openings are better with friends! Join us for the opening celebration of Friends of Friends-an evening filled with local art, live demonstrations, interactive experiences, music, and creative surprises around every corner. Meet the artists, explore fresh work from regional makers, shop local, and enjoy a lively atmosphere designed for conversation, connection, and discovery. The […]
Please join us at 6pm at the Gunnison Library on Friday, September 11th for an on-the-road film festival from the Five Point Film Fest. The 5Point Adventure Film Festival is a four-day event that celebrates stories of adventure, with a focus on positive social and environmental change. It's held annually in Carbondale, Colorado, and features […]
Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 4 pm on Saturday, September 12 for Crafternoon. For September we'll be making bedazzled books! Bring your own book to bedazzle or choose from a selection we'll have. NEW: Please register for the event by clicking here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdDNg1svB1WSg0uxVMGtriuzY9LDFzclmG0XEYuHT8KdrJa5w/viewform Crafternoons are monthly maker-oriented sessions with different projects every […]
Join Artist Bailey Nickel and flower farmer Jenna Hallock at Sundrop Flora Flower Farm for a U-pick and guided painting class! The first hour of the evening will be a U-pick, where you create your own jar of flowers. Then, Bailey will lead a guided painting class, using your flowers as the subject. All painting […]
Join YOUR Community Radio Station, KBUT, for our 2nd annual, 80s Retro Revolution Dance and Rollerskating Party at the Big Mine Ice Arena in Crested Butte! Taking place on Saturday, September 12th from 6-9:30pm with DJ Triple L spinning tunes from the decade of big hair, bold moves, and breakbeats! So lace up those skates […]
For one night only, Colorado West Ballet will present a two-act evening featuring both traditional story ballet and contemporary ballet.
Tunes at 10 Peaks, a Sunday afternoon Music Series presented by KBUT and CBMR. Select Sundays from 2-5pm in late Summer. September 13th is Dwayne Dodson from Easy Jim, and Friends.
LVDY is the Colorado-based duo of Kathleen Hooper and Aubrey Mable, creating music that moves, uplifts, and connects. With roots in singer-songwriter, indie-folk and a sound shaped by soaring harmonies and organic instrumentation, LVDY crafts songs that feel like home. In unison it is almost unrecognizable who's who, and in harmony, an effortless blend that […]
In Partnership with Elk Mountain Wellness Concierge and CB Power Yoga Step into an evening where live music, light, and stillness converge. Co-hosted with Elk Mountain Wellness Concierge and CB Power Yoga, this immersive experience features Ashley King and a collective of guest musicians weaving together ambient instrumentation and layered sound beneath candlelight and mesmerizing […]
Hey all! We are a collective of artists in Gunnison County redefining what it means to create in community. Come have a blast with us at our Third Thursday Art Pop Up! There will be a wide variety of local artists and live musicians, including some that will be hosting interactive booths such as printmaking, […]
Settle in for a cozy community potluck inspired by What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking: Make it Fast by Caroline Chambers! Designed for busy weeknights and low-energy days, this cookbook is packed with clever shortcuts, flexible recipes, and practical techniques that make getting dinner on the table feel effortless. Pick up a […]
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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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