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.
Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead performs live at Kochevar's in Crested Butte with special guest Willa Emmitt on Friday, January 17th at 7pm! Ticket information can be found […]
The Crested Butte Mountain Theatre's annual awards gala THE GOLDEN MARMOT AWARDS will be a fun-filled review of 2024's productions and events. Who will we name Outstanding Actor and Actress? […]
Our historic pub crawls are among some of our patrons favorite events. Each pub crawl usually features 2-3 different drinking establishments or historic buildings in The Gunnison Valley. The tour […]
Sometimes it's about the journey, not the destination. Join us in this half-day program to explore art through play, by getting hands on with unique and familiar materials, free form […]
Readings and music from Crested Butte artists who participated in the Gunnison Valley Journal.
Celebrate the live Grateful Dead experience with Easy Jim at the Public House in Crested Butte on Friday, January 23rd! Doors open at 8pm, showtime is 9pm, and tickets can […]
Join Ashley Dennis for a delicious baking class where you'll learn to create irresistible White Chocolate Cranberry Tarts! In this hands-on class, Ashley will guide you through the process of […]
Don your robes and get down to the Majestic for the 1998 cult classic Coen Brothers film - The Big LebowskiI! There will be White Russians aplenty and a costume […]
Unleash your inner artist and join us for a delightful winter-themed Boss Ross painting class led by the talented Sarah Sharsmith. In this beginner-friendly session, you'll learn how to create […]
Join Kit Wijkowski for a hands-on pottery adventure! Kids will learn the basics of wheel throwing, including centering, shaping, and creating unique pieces to take home.Perfect for beginners or those […]
HCCA, with permission from Director Conor Hagen and in partnership with Western Colorado University, is hosting a FREE screening of High Country at the University's theater. Come enjoy the nostalgic, […]
Conor Hagen's Film about community history and conservation. It is a collaborative effort between High Country Conservation Advocates (HCCA) and Western Colorado University's Film Studies Program.
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!
