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.

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

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

Preservation Month Open House

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

Join the Museum and Town of Crested Butte for a celebration of our historic places and their continued preservation! Learn about the Crested Butte Historic District and the stories local […]

FREE

Tiger Electric at Powerstop

Powerstop 905 N Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Tiger Electric plays garage punk surf pop. 21+, no cover!

Free

An Immersive Solo Acoustic Piano Experience

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

Join David Bergstrom for a night at the Gunnison Arts Center. Experience an unforgettable evening of soul-stirring piano music blending neoclassical, new age, ambient, blues, and jazz. David's intuitive, emotional […]

$18 – $25

GVC3 2nd Annual Film Festival

Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

What can you do to help with climate change? Celebrate the power of the people and find out at this free film festival.

Free

Gunnison Valley Pride Picnic

Legion Park Gunnison, CO, United States

Gunnison Valley Pride will host the 4th Annual Pride Picnic at Legion Park in Gunnison. This event welcomes everyone and is family-friendly and substance free. Come and celebrate Pride Month […]

Free

Salem Band & Risen Project Film Tour

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

Cresta Alta film chronicles a journey to Alaska, Iceland, Chile, and Peru to document glaciological research expeditions and sustainability. The film screening is followed by a Q&A with environmental filmmaker […]

$25 – $30

The Pavillion Dance Series

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 […]

$15

KBUT’s Fish Fry

Crank's Plaza 508 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte, CO

KBUT Community Radio invites you to the 23rd Annual Friday Night Fish Fry taking place on Friday, June 13th, 2025 from 4pm-10pm. Join us picnic style for the most delicious […]

Free – $45

Easy Jim, Live at Zuni West Brewing

Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead performs at Zuni West Brewing in Crested Butte South for their "One Year Anniversary Bash" on Saturday, June 21st! The party starts at […]

$25

Tony’s Speakeasy – A Black & White Affair

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

Tony's Speakeasy is an annual celebration and fundraiser commemorating the anniversary of making historic Tony's Conoco the museum's forever home. Our annual community celebration - historically known as the "Black […]

$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

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