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.

  • Crested Butte Holiday Sip and Shop

    Anthracite Spirits 319 Elk Ave Unit C, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join us for 2 days of holiday cheer! Shop local artisans for unique handcrafted gifts, sip on craft cocktails, nibble on small plates and enjoy live music!

    Free
  • Sip and Shop

    Sip and Shop Holiday Gift Market! Come by Buckel Family Wine as we host markers from the Gunnison Valley! Sip wine, eat well, and support local markers.

    FREE
  • WinterGlow

    Crested Butte Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Crested Butte's holiday tree lighting event.

    Free
  • December Crafternoon at the Old Rock

    Crested Butte Library 507 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 6 pm on Tuesday, December 9 for Crafternoon. For December we'll be making DIY Holiday Gift Bags. Please RSVP to [email protected]. Crafternoons are monthly maker-oriented sessions with different projects every month for teens and adults. All supplies and basic instructions are provided. Free & open to the […]

    free
  • From the Archives: History of Crested Butte

    Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join Duane Vadenbusche for an exciting slide show on the History of Crested Butte from 1860 to the present. The show is highlighted by photo's-some never seen-and history of gold and silver mining, D&RG narrow gauge railroad, coal mining and ski history. The first of a 5 part lecture series with Colorado Historian, Duane Vandenbusche. […]

    FREE
  • Easy Jim, Live at Tully’s Crested Butte South

    Tully's 282 Elcho Avenue, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

    Celebrate the live Grateful Dead experience with Easy Jim at Tully's in Crested Butte South on Saturday, December 13th at 8pm! Tickets and more event information can be found at www.tullyscbsouth.com.

    $20
  • Christmas Gift fair

    Local artists hand made crafts and custom made clay skincare & cosmetics

    Free
  • Ornament Decorating at Montanya

    Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

    Join us for a cozy night of ornament decorating at Montanya! Swing by for holiday cheer, handcrafted fun, and a little sparkle as we team up with the Trailhead Children's Museum. December 15th 5-8pm. Montanya Tasting Room. Crested Butte Tickets are free, but spots are limited - reserve yours now at montanyarum.com. Come make something […]

    Free
  • Tuesday Tunes

    Blackstock Bistro 122 W Tomichi, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Join us for Tuesday Tunes at the Grouse! Free show, tons of fun

  • An Evening Cabaret

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

    An Evening Cabaret Preview Night December 17 at 8p Runs December 18-22 at 8p Featuring music, dance & vignettes, immerse yourself in an evening cabaret. Inspired by the more intimate cabaret performances, An Evening Cabaret invites you to enjoy a more casual theatre experience with performances by local creatives from throughout our Valley. With table […]

    $10 – $25
  • Community Polka Party

    Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    You know it and love it. And if you've never been...come on down to the Museum for a night of community polka tradition. Make sure to bring your dancing shoes! During the mining days of Crested Butte and many other mountain towns in Colorado, immigrants from Croatia, Slovenia, and elsewhere brought their native music and […]

    FREE
  • Daytime Wheel Throwing + Handbuilding

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

    Daytime Wheel Throwing & Handbuilding | Ages 15+ Session 1: 6 Tuesdays, January 20-February 24. 11:00 AM-2:00 PM Build your skills in both wheel throwing and handbuilding in this daytime 6-week series. Beginner and Intermediate levels welcome. Instructor: Lauren Roullier $300 | Non-Member $255 | Member

    $300

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