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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  • Crested Butte Arts Festival

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    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 […]

    Free

  • Pop Art Party

    Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Join us from 6-8 pm at the Gunnison Library on Friday, August 1, 2025 for a Pop Art Program with modern pop artist Michael Albert. This modern pop art experience […]

    free

  • Singletrack! The Musical

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    Gunnison Valley Theatre Festival presents a staged reading/singing of Steven Cole Hughes' new musical, Singletrack! A comedy musical about a high-school mountain biker in Gunnison, CO, who must choose between […]

    $10 – $20

  • Crested Butte Arts Festival

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    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 […]

    Free
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    Back to School Resin Jewelry

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

    Head back to school in style! Join artist Shana Vogel to create custom resin jewelry-earrings, keychains, or backpack charms-using glitter, dyes, and fun add-ins. A playful class for expressing your […]

    $21.25 – $25

  • Big Summer Bash

    Trailhead Children's Museum 606 6th St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join the Trailhead Children's Museum on August 2nd, 2025 for our 3rd Annual BIG SUMMER BASH! An outdoor, family friendly music festival, featuring Latin GRAMMY Award winning artist MISTER G. […]

    $30.65
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    Abra Karbin Ceramics at Crested Butte Art Market

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    Sundays are better with clay! Find Abra Karbin Ceramics at the Crested Butte Art Market* every Sunday from 9am-2pm (rain or shine) alongside the Farmers Market. Come for the veggies, […]

    Free to Attend!

  • Crested Butte Arts Festival

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    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 […]

    Free
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    Back to School Art Camp

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

    Join us for 3-day art camp full of color, creativity, and fun! Kids will explore painting, drawing, sculpture, and more.

    $63.75 – $75
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    The Art of Watercolor 16+

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

    Curious about watercolor? Join artist Karen Hill for a beginner-friendly class covering brushwork, color mixing, and simple techniques in a fun, supportive setting-no experience needed!

    $140.25 – $160
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    Alla Prima Pet Portraits Class 16+

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

    Capture your furry (or feathered!) friend in this fun pet portrait painting class! Using an 8x8 canvas, a photo reference, and the alla prima oil technique, you'll create a colorful […]

    $46.75 – $55
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    Two-Steppin and Honky Tonk

    The Pavillion Dance Series presents a night of Two-steppin and Honky Tonk on August 6th at the Three Rivers Pavillion in Almont. Dance lessons start at 6pm and live music […]

    $15

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