GVC3 2nd Annual Film Festival
GVC3 2nd Annual Film Festival
What can you do to help with climate change? Celebrate the power of the people and find out at this free film festival.
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.
What can you do to help with climate change? Celebrate the power of the people and find out at this free film festival.
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 Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
Discover the joy of clay in this hands-on beginner wheel throwing class with ceramic artist Cassandra Duft-perfect for newcomers or those brushing up their skills!
Join artist Karolina Szumilas for a relaxed, daytime ceramics class exploring the rhythm of the wheel. Open to all levels, it's a creative, grounding midday break.
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!
Explore the history and geology of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison with Geologist Steve Jenkins and Historian Duane Vandenbusche. We meet in Gunnison at 8am. Duane and Steve will go over their topics for the day and we will head out in the van to make stops along the way. A miner's sack lunch […]
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 Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
Explore sculpture in this four-week beginner class with artist Caroline Toomer. Learn hand-building, carving, and 3D techniques-no experience needed, just curiosity and creativity!
Paint fresh blooms in one sitting with artist Karolina Szumilas using the alla prima technique. Learn bold brushwork, color mixing, and composition in a relaxed, creative setting-great for all skill levels!
Come to the Crested Butte Museum for a lecture and slideshow by Dr. Duane Vandenbusche exploring the towns and locations that were lost to Blue Mesa Reservoir when the dam was built. View historic photos and learn about Powderhorn Pool, the Gunnison Tunnel, Gunnison River Resorts, Iola, Cimmeron the Gunnison Navy, the Moncrief Showlow story, […]
Get back to the basics of feeling good with Holistic Chef Ashley Anderson! In this empowering class, you'll learn the essentials of holistic nutrition. perfect for anyone looking to eat well and feel more confident in the kitchen.
Create a one-of-a-kind affirmation journal with artist Teresa Ely using upcycled packing paper! Learn folding, surface design, and distressing techniques, then fill your journal with affirmations, poems, or lyrics.
Join self-taught baker Lauryn Kiefer to whip up bright, zesty lemon bars-perfect for summer! In this hands-on class, you'll make them from scratch and add a creative twist with custom powdered sugar stenciling. Sweet, citrusy, and almost too pretty to eat!
The Camera Through Time: A Hands On History A lecture lead by local photographer, Kara Collin, taking a chronological look at photography's evolution from the 1800s to modern digital including a display of real cameras from different eras.
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 Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
Create a one-of-a-kind affirmation journal with artist Teresa Ely using upcycled packing paper! Learn folding, surface design, and distressing techniques, then fill your journal with affirmations, poems, or lyrics.
The Pavillion, located at Three Rivers Resort in Almont, creates space to connect, dance, enjoy live music and live in the moment. The Pavillion Dance Series invites the north and south ends of the valley together to engage in joyful dance on Wednesday evenings, June 11, 2025 - August 6, 2025. While enjoying fresh perspectives […]
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 Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
Join artists Hope Kesler and Dani Burke for a creative macramŽ class where you'll make flower-patterned wristlets using beautiful designs made from cord!
Sharpen 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 linework.
Join artist Cat Avila for a fun and messy kids' wheel throwing class! Young potters will learn the basics of working on the pottery wheel, shaping clay into bowls, cups, and more.
Join self-taught baker Lauryn Kiefer for a fun, beginner-friendly quiche class! Learn to make a flaky crust, tasty fillings, and get tips for customizing and freezing this versatile dish-perfect for easy breakfasts or lunches.
Looking for affordable art supplies? Don't miss the Gunnison Arts Center's first-ever Used Art Supply Sale-a fun, budget-friendly event featuring gently used tools, paints, sketchbooks, and more from local artists! Want to Sell Supplies? Fill out this form and reserve a table! 100% of table fees go directly to our programs.
A historic 4x4 tour of the mining ruins and ghost towns of Taylor Park to benefit the Hartman Castle Preservation. Ride with us or follow in your own 4x4.
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 Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
Save your pennies in style! In this fun class with artist Caroline Toomer, you'll sculpt and decorate your own piggy bank using the pinch pot method-complete with coin slot and lots of personality.
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 of distributed practitioners across the nation. We are a Rime (non-sectarian) Buddhist center dedicated to the cultivation of wisdom and compassion through the study of […]
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 portrait with step-by-step guidance from artist Karolina Szumilas.
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 Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
Join artist Shana Vogel for a fun, beginner-friendly resin workshop and create your own shiny, one-of-a-kind piece-like a coaster, tray, or abstract art. Sip rosŽ as you pour, swirl, and sparkle your way through the process.
As part of our extended programming from the Crested Butte Wine + Food Festival, we're celebrating the flavors of spring with a fresh and vibrant edition of Cookbook Club! Join us for a collaborative potluck inspired by Listen to Your Vegetables: Italian-Inspired Recipes for Every Season by Sarah Grueneberg. Embracing the best of the season, […]
Celebrate creativity and pride with clay in this colorful, hands-on class! Join artist Kit Wijkowski on the patio to hand-build a vibrant planter full of personality.
Equipment review and Knot-sense ~ "Wine Knot" 101 Join us for a basic overview of your fly-fishing gear and the knots to get your flies secured to your leader, and so much more. This one-and-a-half (probably two) hour class will cover the terminology of fly-fishing gear, rigging your rod and getting your flies tied on […]
Join us for an educational session on invasive weed species in our area, followed by a guided walk to identify and pull weeds, and finish up the morning with a free BBQ lunch and local gift card giveaways! WHEN: Tuesday, June 24, 2025, from 10 am to 1 pm WHERE: Ted Scheske Park Pavilion (911 […]
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 Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
History Professor Dr. Jerry Frank will discuss how we tell stories about our public lands in Colorado, particularly the fascinating relationship between our public lands, narrative, and power in the American West.
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 of distributed practitioners across the nation. We are a Rime (non-sectarian) Buddhist center dedicated to the cultivation of wisdom and compassion through the study of […]
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 Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
Sharpen 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 linework.
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 Alley Themed Walking Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Tours meet at the Museum at 4th and Elk […]
Join visionary artist Amanda Sage for 2 weekend intensive painting workshops at the Gunnison Arts Center! Explore the foundations of Mischtechnik method as Amanda guides you through creating a powerful image using charcoal and acrylic on canvas. Open to all skill levels, including youth 12+ with a parent. Most materials included.
Join Holistic Chef Ashley Anderson for a hands-on intro to fermentation! Learn how fermented foods support gut health as you make three simple, probiotic-rich recipes to recreate at home.
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!