Deadhead Ed’s End of Season Party w/Easy Jim
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. […]
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.
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. […]
Saturdays, 10:00 - 4:00 PM | All Artists + Mediums Welcomed April 4th + May 2nd Celebrate local creativity at the Sunni Gunni Art Market, a vibrant pop-up hosted by […]
Thursday, April 23rd | 5:30 - 8:30 PM Join local watercolor artist Karen Hill for an inspiring evening of color, creativity, and relaxation. In this workshop, participants will explore watercolor […]
Boots + Ballroom will take place on Friday, April 24th, from 6:00-8:30 PM at the Gunnison Arts Center Blue Box Theatre. Join us for lessons from 6:00-7:00 PM, followed by […]
Saturdays, 10:00 - 4:00 PM | All Artists + Mediums Welcomed May 2nd Celebrate local creativity at the Sunni Gunni Art Market, a vibrant pop-up hosted by the Gunnison Arts […]
Celebrate spring and local makers! Come shop for unique handcrafted gift items for for mother's day or to spruce up your home and garden :-)
Happy little trees await! Join artist Sarah Sharsmith for a joyful and relaxed night of painting inspired by the legendary Bob Ross. Follow along step-by-step as you create your own […]
Saturday, May 9th | 3:30 - 6:30 PM Celebrate Mother's Day with a hands-on workshop led by local artist Shana Vogel. Participants will create their own resin jewelry-perfect for gifting […]
Join us for a preview of what's ahead this summer in the Gunnison Valley. Local organizations and businesses will share what they have planned for the season, offering a look […]
The Mountain Words Festival is a multi-day literary festival featuring readings, workshops, kids' events, parties, panel discussions, and more. It offers a variety of paid and free events. Join us […]
Friday, May 29th | 6:00 - 8:00 PM Celebrate the beauty of nature in this hands-on watercolor workshop focused on painting wildflowers. Participants will learn techniques for creating soft washes, […]
On June 19 and 20, 2026, Crested Butte will be hosting its first-ever speed puzzling competition at the Center for the Arts Crested Butte. Speed puzzling is a fast-growing competitive […]
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!