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.
Join us for the first ever IRL Movie Club! The In Real Life (IRL) Movie Club is an in-person club where you can gather regularly, connect with your community, and […]
Give your kids a fun and fulfilling February break with immersion in an engaging and dynamic afternoon cultural arts camp! This camp will be targeted to ages 8-12 and will […]
The Crested Butte Center for the Arts presents Aprs Jazz with Gypsy Jazz Social Club. 90 minute of Mysterious Yet Strangely Familiar music happens on Tuesday, February 18, starting at […]
Celebrate Mardi Gras in Crested Butte with a parade down Elk Avenue. Floats gather at 4:20, and the parade starts at 5:00. There will be a band at the Mallardi […]
Come be transported and amazed at this original African Arts Theater performance choreographed by world renown West African artist, Fara Tolno. This dynamic show will tell a story of humanity […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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