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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.

52nd Annual, Crested Butte Arts Festival

Elk Avenue Crested Butte

The Crested Butte Arts Festival returns to Elk Avenue in downtown Crested Butte for it's 52nd annul showing - August 2nd through 4th. 130 fine art exhibitors will present their […]

Free

Community Theater Fundraiser

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

Dance. Drink. Donate. We invite you to party at The Crested Butte Mountain Theatre (CBMT) August 2nd, 7pm - 11pm featuring live music from the Lakewood Area Band. Please join […]

$50

52nd Annual, Crested Butte Arts Festival

Elk Avenue Crested Butte

The Crested Butte Arts Festival returns to Elk Avenue in downtown Crested Butte for it's 52nd annul showing - August 2nd through 4th. 130 fine art exhibitors will present their […]

Free

52nd Annual, Crested Butte Arts Festival

Elk Avenue Crested Butte

The Crested Butte Arts Festival returns to Elk Avenue in downtown Crested Butte for it's 52nd annul showing - August 2nd through 4th. 130 fine art exhibitors will present their […]

Free

Crested Butte Public Policy Forum

Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

Daniel Drezner, "The Uncertain State of American Grand Strategy"

Free

Live! from Mt. Crested Butte

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

ALO is more than a band. It's a musical relationship that has endured for over two decades, with band members playing in numerous projects together and apart. Zach Gill (keys/vocals) […]

Easy Jim Two Night Run at Almont Resort

Almont Resort 10209 CO-135, Almont, CO

Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead performs a two night run with no song repeats at the Almont Resort on Friday, August 9th and Saturday August 10th! Showtime is […]

$25

Gallery reception: nasisse + harrington

Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

Members of the Arts community are going to be talking about this show for years to come, you do not want to miss this showcase featuring two nationally renowned artists. […]

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 […]

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

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

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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