Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

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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  • Gunnison Sunset

    Wacky Wednesday | Ages 7-10

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

    Get ready to get silly, creative, and a little bit messy! Wacky Wednesday is all about exploring art in the most playful way possible. Each week, kids dive into a […]

    $110
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    Main Street Mixer

    Main Street Gunnison Gunnison, CO, United States

    The Main Street Mixer is a downtown wine walk designed to celebrate Gunnison's downtown businesses and invite the community to sip, shop, and browse along Main Street. On Thursday, March […]

    $25
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    And Series: Wool + Whiskey

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

    Thursday, March 26th | 5:30 - 8:30 PM Cozy up for a creative evening with local artist Gail Sovick as you learn to craft your own winter-inspired wool project! Using […]

    $45
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    All Ages Disco Inferno

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

    Dance the night away to hot disco, funk, and soul beats! Dress up and get down as we crown 2026 Disco Prince and Princess Royalty! KBUT's Disco Inferno is a […]

    $15
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    Disco Inferno 21+

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

    KBUT's legendary Disco Inferno is back on Friday, March 27, 2026, at the Center for the Arts in Crested Butte. Dance the night away to hot disco, funk, and soul […]

    $60

  • Live Music: Highlife at Zuni West Brewing

    Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

    Free Live Music at Zuni West Brewing Featuring Highlife, a local band

    Free

  • Farm & Garden Poetry Slam

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

    Calling all poets, farmers, ranchers, and local food lovers--the Gunnison Valley Producers' Guild will be hosting its annual Farm & Garden Poetry Slam at the Gunnison Arts Center! Join your […]

    $10
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    Al Johnson Telemark Race 2026

    Crested Butte Mountain Resort Crested Butte, CO

    The Al Johnson Telemark Race, held annually in Crested Butte, honors the legendary mail carrier and miner, Al Johnson. More than just a race, it's a celebration of mountain heritage […]

    $20.00

  • Pulse Saturdays

    Sage Grouse Lounge 110 E Georgia Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Trivia Night at Sage Grouse Lounge!

  • Gunnison Sunset

    Flauschink

    Crested Butte Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Flauschink is comink! Join us for all the festivities starting on Wednesday, April 1st 6:30pm at the Museum with the historic slide show of skiing in the valley and how […]

    $5.00 – $10

  • Academy Award-winner Daniel Junge

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    Academy Award-winner Daniel Junge in person for Q&A following the film. About the film: A pioneering disco artist's 1977 anthem becomes a cultural milestone for LGBTQ+ music. Through interviews with […]

    $8

  • Deadhead Ed’s End of Season Party w/Easy Jim

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

    Celebrate the end of the ski season and the live Grateful Dead experience with Easy Jim at the Center for the Arts Crested Butte on Thursday, April 2nd at 8pm. […]

    $35

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