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.

  • Movement for the Sensuous-Ecstatic Dance Workshop

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

    Move freely, feel deeply, and reconnect with your body through this liberating, judgment-free dance experience. Ecstatic Dance is a guided but unstructured movement practice set to a dynamic soundtrack, allowing you to express yourself, release stress, and find joy through rhythm and motion. No choreography, no experience needed - just come as you are and […]

    $10
  • Alignment

    Dragon Asana 322 North Main Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

    An intentional practice centered on precision and biomechanical integrity in each posture to create safe, effective movement patterns. You'll receive detailed cues that help integrate alignment into your practice with clarity and confidence. Taught by Desirae Penton-Crosley or Leia Morriosn, both E-RYT 500.

    $10 – $20
  • Flow

    Dragon Asana 322 North Main Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

    A dynamic class linking breath with fluid movement through a thoughtfully sequenced series of postures to build strength, flexibility, and balance. Expect continuous transitions that cultivate presence and embodiment in every pose. Taught by Desirae Penton-Crosley E-RYT 500.

    $10 – $20
  • Restorative Yoga

    Dragon Asana 322 North Main Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

    An inviting, deeply relaxing practice using props and long holds to quiet the nervous system and release tension from body and mind. Designed to soothe, restore, and foster a sense of calm through supported postures. Taught by one of the Dragon Asana team: Desirae Penton-Crosley E-RYT 500, Leia Morrison E-RYT 500, Autumn Brown RYT 500 […]

    $10 – $20
  • RMBL Reads

    Crested Butte Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join us at RMBL 365 for a relaxed and engaging book club gathering alongside co-host Townie Books! RMBL Reads is dedicated to science, place, and the stories that shape our understanding of the environment. We'll come together to discuss this month's read, share insights, ask questions, and enjoy good conversation with fellow readers. Whether you've […]

    Free
  • Cookbook Club: Recipes from the American South

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    Join us for a shared table potluck inspired by Recipes from the American South by Michael W. Twitty! This cookbook is a rich celebration of Southern foodways, weaving history, culture, and flavor into every dish. From soulful sides to comforting mains, these recipes invite us to honor tradition while sharing in the joy of a […]

    $25
  • Cross-Country Ski to Peanut Lake

    Peanut Lake Crested Butte

    Discover how RMBL's Youth Program is introducing students to snow science through hands-on winter exploration with Katie Lawn. Then, hear from RMBL Research Support Specialist, Amanda Henderson, about the CHESS campaign-Colorado Headwaters Ecological Spectroscopy Survey-and how snowpack measurements help drive critical watershed research. Space is Limited - Please RSVP on our website to reserve your […]

    Free-Must RSVP
  • RMBL Apres Science with Rosemary Carroll

    Crested Butte Crested Butte, CO, United States

    This winter, RMBL is hosting Apres Science, a cozy series of living-room style talks that bring RMBL's science, research, education, and community together under one roof. These intimate gatherings offer a rare chance to hear directly from the scientists who shape our understanding of mountain ecosystems - and to connect with neighbors, friends, and fellow […]

    Free
  • Resistance Fair!

    Rumors and Townie Books 414 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join Townie Books and Stix & Stones for a Resistance Fair! We'll be knitting "Melt the Ice" Hats, sharing resistance books recommendation, collaborating, commiserating, and taking action! Proceeds from finished hats as well as patterns will benefit MN Immigrant Rights Action Committee (MIRAC), and proceeds from book sales will benefit Juntos por Gunnison.

    Free
  • Snowshoe to Snodgrass Mountain

    Snodgrass Gothic Road Trail Head Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Explore the winter landscape of Snodgrass Mountain with Ken Williams, Senior Scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, and his field team. Learn how snowpack measurements help predict water availability and spring and summer flow through the East River valley. Space is Limited - Please RSVP on our website to reserve your spot!

    Free-Must RSVP
  • Glitchy Business

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    Glitchy Business chronicles Pierce's unique take on life, navigating both the ordinary and the extraordinary that shaped her path, including stories about growing up as the youngest of seven in an inn, navigating relationships, parenting mishaps, and the ongoing adventure of being human. At its heart, the show is about learning to be kinder to […]

    $45 – $50
  • Free Salsa Lessons!

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

    Join us at 6pm at the Gunnison Library on Monday, March 9 and learn to dance salsa with Treicy & Caro! Free and open to all. No experience needed, all levels welcome.

    free

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