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.

  • Pick and Paint

    Sundrop Flora 27788 State Highway 149, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Join Artist Bailey Nickel and flower farmer Jenna Hallock at Sundrop Flora Flower Farm for a U-pick and guided painting class! The first hour of the evening will be a […]

    $111
  • Art of Alignment

    Terrible Mountain Gallery 409 Main St, Pitkin, CO, United States

    In the heart of the Quartz Creek Valley, where the echoes of history meet the stillness of the wild, we invite you to find your center. Held within the walls […]

    $20
  • Reconnecting with Reverence

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

    Join The Nowak Society and The Center for the Arts for an open, community-centered conversation exploring the many dimensions of psychedelics-from personal experiences and emerging therapeutic research to ceremonial traditions, […]

    Free
  • Cookbook Club: What to Cook When You Don’t Feel Li

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

    Settle in for a cozy community potluck inspired by What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking: Make it Fast by Caroline Chambers! Designed for busy weeknights and low-energy […]

    $25
  • Friday Clay Day: Silly Face Sculpture

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

    Friday Clay Day | Ages 7+ Get your hands dirty at Friday Clay Day, a fun and exploratory class where each session brings a brand-new project! From functional pieces to […]

    $45
  • Art of Alignment

    Terrible Mountain Gallery 409 Main St, Pitkin, CO, United States

    In the heart of the Quartz Creek Valley, where the echoes of history meet the stillness of the wild, we invite you to find your center. Held within the walls […]

    $20
  • Crested Butte Film Festival

    The 16th annual Crested Butte Film Festival programs over 50 new release, independent films from around the world while showcasing Colorado filmmakers over four days during the peak of fall […]

    $17
  • WCU Homecoming & Family Weekend

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    Join us as we celebrate 125 years of tradition, community, and Mountaineer pride at Homecoming & Family Weekend at Western Colorado University. This special weekend brings together alumni, students, families, […]

    $15
  • WCU Homecoming & Family Weekend

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    Join us as we celebrate 125 years of tradition, community, and Mountaineer pride at Homecoming & Family Weekend at Western Colorado University. This special weekend brings together alumni, students, families, […]

    $15
  • Community Connections – Watercolor for Relaxation

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

    Community Connections - Brought to you by Crested Butte State of Mind in collaboration with Gunnison Arts Center Free | Open to all | Substance-free Last Wednesdays - 5:30 - […]

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