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.

Themed Historic Walking Tour

Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on a Second Street and […]

$20 – $25

Stunning Suncatchers: Kids and Family

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

Add some sparkle with this fun suncatcher workshop! Join artist Anette Akselson to design your own gemstone and wire creation that shines in the sun-perfect for any window or garden.

$25.50 – $30

Tasty Tiramisu Baking Class

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

Join self-taught baker Lauryn Kiefer to make not one, but two versions of the classic tiramisu-a rich traditional recipe and a fruity strawberry twist! This no-bake dessert is perfect for […]

$46.75 – $55

Stunning Suncatchers: Adult Session

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison

Add some sparkle with this fun suncatcher workshop! Join artist Anette Akselson to design your own gemstone and wire creation that shines in the sun-perfect for any window or garden.

$25.50 – $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