Federal lands comprise 85% of the Gunnison Valley. YOUR trails, rivers and public lands will be OPEN as the snow melts, but personnel cuts at the Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and Park Service mean all of us will need to keep stewardship top of mind this summer. Pack out all trash, and be extra careful with fire. Together, we can keep our backcountry beautiful!

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.

Architecture Walking Tours

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

Stroll down Elk Avenue with the Crested Butte Museum's staff, and learn about some of the first buildings built on the main street of Crested Butte, including discussions of form, […]

$10 – $25

Clay Lab: Mincraft May

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

Dive into the world of Minecraft and bring your favorite elements to life in this hands-on clay class with Kit Wijkowski! In this creative workshop, kids will learn how to […]

$127.50 – $150

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

Date Night Throwing

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

Join Cat Avila for a one-night wheel throwing date night class designed for couples. Spend the evening learning the art of wheel throwing as you create personalized pottery together. Whether […]

$102 – $120

Mother’s Day AND Series: Jewelry,Jellybeans,Juice

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

Celebrate Mother's Day with a delightful, hands-on jewelry-making class led by Anette Akselson! Spend quality time crafting unique, beautiful pieces of jewelry, perfect for gifting or keeping as a cherished […]

$32 – $75

Advanced Drawing 16+

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

Take your drawing skills to the next level in this advanced class with Don Seastrum. Explore complex techniques, refine your use of light and shadow, and delve into detailed rendering […]

$131.75 – $155

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

Saturday Clay Day: Ceramic Planters

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

Join Cat Avila for a fun and family-friendly ceramic workshop where you'll create your own unique planters! Perfect for youth and their families, this hands-on class will guide you through […]

$29.75 – $35

Saturday Clay Day: Ceramic Planters

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

Join us for a hands-on ceramic planter class with the talented artist Cat Avila! In this workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of hand-building techniques to create your own unique, beautiful […]

$38.25 – $45

Cocktail Seminar: The Tipsy Typewriter

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

Raise a glass to literary greats with an evening of cocktails inspired by the masters of the written word. On the eve of the Mountain Words Literary Festival, we'll shake, […]

Mountain Words Festival

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

The Mountain Words Festival is a multi-day literary celebration at nine-thousand feet, featuring readings, workshops, kids' events, parties, panel discussions, and more!

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

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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