Back to School Art Camp
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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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.
Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.
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Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States
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The Art of Watercolor 16+
Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United StatesCurious 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!
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Alla Prima Pet Portraits Class 16+
Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United StatesCapture 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 portrait with step-by-step guidance from artist Karolina Szumilas.
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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 for dance featuring Paonia's Cryin' Shame Band goes from 7:30-9pm.
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Handbuilding Hangout Clay Class
Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United StatesUnwind and get creative in this relaxed handbuilding class with Cat Avila. Explore techniques like pinch pots, coils, and slabs while developing your personal style. Open to all skill levels in a fun, supportive environment.
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Drawing the Figure 18+
Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United StatesSharpen your skills in this dynamic figure drawing class with artist Karolina Szumilas. Work from a live nude model as you explore gesture, proportion, and expressive linewor
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Cookbook Club Feature Dinner: Bitter & Sweet
Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, COAs part of our extended programming from the Crested Butte Wine + Food Festival, we're bringing a special edition of Cookbook Club to the table! Join us for an intimate chef-prepared dinner prepared by BruHaus chefs and inspired by Bitter & Sweet in collaboration with author Omid Roustaei. This beautifully crafted meal will explore the […]
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Patio Pottery: Ceramic Alters 15+
Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United StatesConnect, create, and craft a personal ceramic altar in this outdoor pottery class with artist Kit Wijkowski. You'll learn approachable handbuilding techniques to shape a meaningful piece that reflects you.
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Art Walk
Various Crested Butte locationsJoin us on this special evening to meet your local artists! Look for the colorful Artwalk tonight flags at participating galleries!
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Nutrition for Postnatal Recovery
Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United StatesJoin Holistic Chef and Nutritionist Ashley Anderson for a supportive workshop on postnatal recovery. Explore key nutrients, healing foods, and simple practices to help restore and nourish your body and mind after birth.
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Chaski Quartet
Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United StatesPlease join us at the Gunnison Library on Saturday, August 9 at 2 pm for a special, free matinee performance by Chaski Quartet. Described in the Gunnison Country Times as making "music for human connection", Chaski Quartet returns to the Gunnison County Library to perform the music of Dvorak, Haydn, Greenstein, and Coleridge-Taylor as part […]
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Chaski Quartet at the Gunnison Library
Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United StatesChaski Quartet will share vibrant string quartet music both old and new, for both classical music lovers and listeners hearing a string quartet live for the first time. We're delighted to be back at the Gunnison Public Library as part of our summer Colorado tour: we have free concert for music lovers of all ages: […]
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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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