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.

  • History Ski Tour & Lunch at the Magic Meadows Yurt

    Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join the Museum for a delicious lunch with a side of history at the Magic Meadows Yurt. This is a ticketed event that includes a light lunch for all participants. […]

    $40 – $50
  • Third Thursday Threads: Bring Your WIP 12+

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

    Bring your fiber arts WIP, yarn to de-stash, or that forgotten project in the back of your closet and join us for a relaxing and inspiring session. Work on your […]

    $8.50 – $10
  • Jewelry Series: Strung Necklaces with Gemstones

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

    Join Anette Akelson for a fun and creative jewelry-making class perfect for youth and families! In this hands-on session, you'll learn how to design and string a beautiful necklace using […]

    $46.75 – $55
  • Jewelry Series: Strung Necklace With Gemstones

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

    Join Anette Akelson for an engaging jewelry-making class! In this hands-on session, you'll learn how to design and string a beautiful necklace using gemstones. Anette will guide you through selecting […]

    $46.75 – $55
  • Historic Elk Ave Walking Tours

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

    Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking […]

    $20 – $25
  • Lunchtime Still Life 16+

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

    Take a creative break during your day and join artist Karolina Szumilas for an inspiring hour-long lunchtime still life class. This session is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, […]

    $10
  • Clay Lab: Outdoor Sculptures- Kids

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

    Join Kit Wijkowski for a creative Clay Lab session where you'll design and build outdoor sculptures! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn techniques for shaping and detailing clay to create […]

    $136 – $160
  • Big + Little Art

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

    Create, move, and bond in our Big + Little class with Kit Wijkowski! Explore art and movement together through painting, sculpture, music, and dance. This class fosters creativity and connection.

    $55.25 – $65
  • Sculptural Ceramics Weekend Workshop 16+

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

    Join Hannah Willis for two weekends of creativity and hands-on learning in our Ceramic Sculpture Workshop! This immersive session is perfect for those looking to explore the art of sculpting […]

    $85 – $100
  • Wednesday Night Meditation and Dharma Talk

    Here and Now Acupuncture and Asian Medicine 115 S Colorado St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    The Way of Compassion Dharma Center is located in Carbondale, Colorado. The sister Dharma center is the Here and Now Center in Gunnison, CO. We also serve a virtual sangha […]

    By Donation
  • Author Talk: Mark Easter

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

    Join us at the Gunnison Library at 6pm on Thursday, April 3, for an author talk with Mark Easter. In his new book The Blue Plate: A Food LoverÕs Guide […]

    free
  • Intro to Oil Painting 18+

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

    Discover the joy of oil painting in this beginner-friendly class with Karolina Szumilas! Learn essential techniques such as blending, layering, and color mixing while working on your own masterpiece. Karolina […]

    $127.50 – $150

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

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