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.

  • Intermediate Drawing

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

    Join Don Seastrum for an intermediate drawing class designed to refine your skills and deepen your artistic understanding. This class will focus on advanced techniques such as shading, perspective, and […]

    $131.75 – $155
  • Lunchtime Still Life Workshop

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

    Take a creative break during your day and join artist Karolina Szumilas for an inspiring hour-long lunchtime still life class. This session is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, […]

    $8.50 – $10
  • African Dance Youth + Adult

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

    Join us for an energetic and immersive African Dance Class with Fara Tolno of the Kissidugu Foundation. His dance classes will be accompanied by live drumming, including lead drummer (and […]

    $20
  • Handbuilding Hangout

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

    Unwind and get creative in this relaxed ceramics class led by Alix Klein. Perfect for all skill levels, this session focuses on the art of handbuilding with clay. Learn techniques […]

    $148.75 – $175
  • Melanin Mountain Project Film Festival

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

    This 2024 film directed by Titus Kaphar is presented by Crusty Butt Mutts.

    Free
  • Melanin Mountain Project Film Festival

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

    Two films celebrating Black athletes and entrepreneurs in the outdoors.

    Free
  • Blank

    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
  • Pottery Date Night

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

    Join Cat Avila for a one-night wheel throwing date night class designed for couples. Spend the evening learning the art of wheel throwing as you create personalized pottery together. Whether […]

    $76.50 – $90
  • 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

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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