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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Survival Fest is the winter festival you didn't know you needed - equal parts brain food, body heat, and pure community chaos. Learn quirky skills, hear big ideas, jump into […]
Friday, March 13th | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Get creative with resin in this hands-on class led by artist Shana Vogel! Learn the basics of working with resin while designing […]
This event is a part of Survival Fest and hosted by comedian Shane Mauss and Athena Aktipis (featuring comedy, science & music) Surviving AI is a comedy show that blends […]
The Gunnison Valley Producers Guild is excited to host a free showing of Inhabit: a Permaculture Perspective at the Majestic Theater on March 14th! Join us to meet local producers […]
Experience an unforgettable two-day, overnight hut trip to Gothic. You'll ski alongside RMBL Staff Scientist Ian Breckheimer and get an inside look at the CHESS campaign-the Colorado Headwaters Ecological Spectroscopy […]
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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