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.
The Colorado River District's State of the River meetings are a spring tradition in Western Colorado, bringing communities together to discuss the most pressing water issues facing our region. These […]
Stop by and visit the Museum during our off season hours! We will be open from 11am to 5pm Friday - Sunday April 18th through May 16th.
Gather your friends for an evening of fun and creativity at our Friends Night Wheel Throwing Class! Join Cat Avila as she guides you through the basics of wheel throwing […]
Stop by and visit the Museum during our off season hours! We will be open from 11am to 5pm Friday - Sunday April 18th through May 16th.
Introduce your child to the art of pyrography in this fun and creative wood burning workshop with Chelsea McKenzie! Young artists will learn how to safely use wood burning tools […]
Get creative and craft your own custom accessories in this laid-back clay workshop with Cat Avila. Learn hand-building techniques to make unique pieces like ashtrays, stash jars, or other personalized […]
Stop by and visit the Museum during our off season hours! We will be open from 11am to 5pm Friday - Sunday April 18th through May 16th.
Please join us for the Western-CU Boulder Engineering Partnership Program's Engineering Expo, formerly Industry Night, on Thursday April 24, 2025 from 5:30 PM-7:30 PM. This event brings together a diverse […]
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 […]
Join Anette Akselson for a fun and creative family-friendly jewelry-making class focused on crafting beautiful, one-of-a-kind earrings. Designed for youth and their families, this hands-on workshop teaches techniques to design […]
Join Anette Akselson for a fun and creative jewelry-making class focused on crafting beautiful, one-of-a-kind earrings. This hands-on workshop teaches techniques to design and assemble various styles, from simple studs […]
Unwind and get creative in the evenings with Wheel Throwing led by the talented Cassandra Duft. This class is designed for beginners. Cassandra will guide you through the process of […]
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!
