Crested Butte + Gunnison

Mountain Words Festival
2025-05-22 09:00 - 18:00 (America/Denver) | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224
The Mountain Words Festival is a multi-day literary celebration at nine-thousand feet, featuring readings, workshops, kids’ events, parties, panel discussions, and more!

Lunchtime Still Life 16+
2025-05-22 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-05-29 12:30 - 13:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, 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, offering a chance to unwind, explore your creativity, and refine your skills in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Use various mediums and create a masterpiece!

AND Series: Stitches + Screwdrivers
2025-05-22 17:30 - 20:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Get ready for an evening of creativity, conversation, and a touch of craft with Hope Kesler! In this unique embroidery class, you’ll bring your own clothing item-whether it’s a shirt, beanie, bag, or anything else you’d like to personalize-and learn how to add beautiful, custom embroidery with expert guidance. Enjoy a screwdriver as you stitch, unwind, and mingle with fellow makers. Perfect for all skill levels, this class combines the joy of creating with the relaxed vibe of good company. Bring your favorite item, a sense of fun, and leave with a unique piece that’s all your own!

Architecture Walking Tours
2025-05-23 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-30 11:00 - 12:00 | Crested Butte Museum, 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, 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, function and architectural details of the late 1800 vernacular with a different special guest from the community joining each week. $10 for Museum Members (monthly store special) and $25 for non-members. Find more information at www.crestedbuttemuseum.com/walking-tours/

Watercolor Workshop 14+
2025-05-23 17:30 - 20:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Join us for a relaxing and inspiring watercolor workshop with the talented artist Candy Carson! In this class, you’ll learn the basics of watercolor techniques, including washes, blending, and creating texture, as well as tips for capturing light and movement in your art. Candy’s step-by-step guidance will help you build confidence and develop your own artistic style. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced painter, this workshop is a perfect way to unwind, explore new creative skills, and take home your own beautiful watercolor masterpiece. All materials provided-just bring your enthusiasm! Location: GAC Courtyard

Friends Night Throwing 21+
2025-05-23 17:30 - 20:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
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 to create your own unique pottery pieces. This hands-on workshop is perfect for socializing, trying something new, and sharing laughs while making art.

Jewelry Series: Stunning Crowns
2025-05-24 11:30 - 13:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Join us for a fun-filled youth and family workshop where creativity and connection come together! This class is perfect for all ages and offers a hands-on, interactive experience designed to spark imaginations. Whether you’re crafting a special project, learning a new skill, or just enjoying time together, there’s something for everyone. Guided by friendly instructors, families will create memories and masterpieces they can cherish for years to come. Bring your enthusiasm and a sense of adventure, and let’s create something wonderful as a family!

Baetis on the Arkansas River
2025-05-27 18:00 - 19:00 | Gunnison Library, 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Fly fishers and anyone that appreciates local river ecosystems will enjoy this special presentation of the Baetis mayfly hatches in the upper Arkansas River. This free event is hosted by your local chapter of Trout Unlimited (TU) and is open to the public. The guest speaker, Ken Iwamasa, an author and originator of more than twenty-five fly patterns, has published many articles in Fly Fisherman and Fly Tyer Magazines. Mr. Iwamasa’s presentation will summarize the results of his recent 2022-2024 mayfly surveys on the upper Arkansas River and provide insights into the resurgence of the Baetis mayfly hatches that occur every month on the river.

Wednesday Night Meditation and Dharma Talk
2025-05-28 18:00 - 19:30 | Sanctuary Somatics, 513 S Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
The Way of Compassion Dharma Center is located in Carbondale, Colorado. The sister Dharma center is the Here and Now Center in Gunnison, CO. We also serve a virtual sangha of distributed practitioners across the nation. We are a Rime (non-sectarian) Buddhist center dedicated to the cultivation of wisdom and compassion through the study of Buddhist Dharma. Every Wednesday (except Holiday weeks – please call to check) from 6:00- 7:30 pm join us and our spiritual director John Bruna for a guided meditation and talk with time for questions. This is a live Zoom broadcast that we watch on a projector as a group from Gunnison. Chairs, meditation cushions, and bathroom provided. Please bring water if needed. www.wocdc.org for more information. ? The live broadcast is held at The Here and Now Center (115 S. Colorado Street, Gunnison – right South of the Sherpa Cafe). This teaching broadcast is offered free of charge. We always have a donation jar out for the non-profit organization Way of Compassion Foundation. To learn more about what they do in Colorado and around the world visit (https://wocompassion.org/) ? On holiday weeks the Zoom broadcast will still be available for you to watch from home. If you are sick or have had an exposure to Covid-19, please stay home and join us via Zoom from this link: https://wocdc.org/weekly-dharma-talks/ ? You do not have to be Buddhist to enjoy and benefit from these teachings. People from all walks of life and spiritual paths join us to meditate and think about teachings together. Dusty and Jessica provide the space for this event in their home/office space. To check if the teaching is held on a holiday week please call Jessica (970) 641-6095 or come to one and get on our email list!

GVC3 2nd Annual Film Festival
2025-06-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Majestic Theatre, 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, 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.

Historic Elk Ave Walking Tours
2025-06-03 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-06-05 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-06-10 10:00 - 11:30, 2025-06-12 10:00 - 11:30 | Crested Butte Museum, 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
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 an Elk Avenue Walking Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume in June 2025 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00am-11:30am that meet at the Museum at 4th and Elk Avenue. Tours cost $20 (members) and $25 (non-members). Visit https://crestedbuttemuseum.com/walking-tours/ for more information.

Beginner Wheel Throwing 16+
2025-06-03 17:30 - 20:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Discover the joy of clay in this hands-on beginner wheel throwing class with ceramic artist Cassandra Duft-perfect for newcomers or those brushing up their skills!

Daytime Wheel Throwing 16+
2025-06-04 09:00 - 12:00 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Join artist Karolina Szumilas for a relaxed, daytime ceramics class exploring the rhythm of the wheel. Open to all levels, it’s a creative, grounding midday break.

The Art of Watercolor 16+
2025-06-04 17:30 - 19:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Curious about watercolor? Join artist Karen Hill for a beginner-friendly class covering brushwork, color mixing, and simple techniques in a fun, supportive setting-no experience needed!

Van Tours with Vandenbusche
2025-06-05 08:00 - 16:00 | Crested Butte Museum, 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Explore the history and geology of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison with Geologist Steve Jenkins and Historian Duane Vandenbusche. We meet in Gunnison at 8am. Duane and Steve will go over their topics for the day and we will head out in the van to make stops along the way. A miner’s sack lunch and transportation are included in the ticket price. This tour will return to Gunnison around 4pm.

Sculpting in Clay 12+
2025-06-05 16:00 - 19:00 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Explore sculpture in this four-week beginner class with artist Caroline Toomer. Learn hand-building, carving, and 3D techniques-no experience needed, just curiosity and creativity!

Alla Prima Flowers in Oil 16+
2025-06-06 10:00 - 12:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Paint fresh blooms in one sitting with artist Karolina Szumilas using the alla prima technique. Learn bold brushwork, color mixing, and composition in a relaxed, creative setting-great for all skill levels!

Lost Worlds of Blue Mesa Duane Lecture
2025-06-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Crested Butte Museum, 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Come to the Crested Butte Museum for a lecture and slideshow by Dr. Duane Vandenbusche exploring the towns and locations that were lost to Blue Mesa Reservoir when the dam was built. View historic photos and learn about Powderhorn Pool, the Gunnison Tunnel, Gunnison River Resorts, Iola, Cimmeron the Gunnison Navy, the Moncrief Showlow story, and more. Free to all with a suggested $5 donation.

Back to the Basics: Foundational Nutrition 15+
2025-06-07 11:30 - 12:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Get back to the basics of feeling good with Holistic Chef Ashley Anderson! In this empowering class, you’ll learn the essentials of holistic nutrition. perfect for anyone looking to eat well and feel more confident in the kitchen.

Transform + Create: Upcycled Affirmation Journals
2025-06-07 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-06-11 17:00 - 19:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Create a one-of-a-kind affirmation journal with artist Teresa Ely using upcycled packing paper! Learn folding, surface design, and distressing techniques, then fill your journal with affirmations, poems, or lyrics.

Lemon Bars with Decorative Stencils 10+
2025-06-07 13:00 - 17:00 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Join self-taught baker Lauryn Kiefer to whip up bright, zesty lemon bars-perfect for summer! In this hands-on class, you’ll make them from scratch and add a creative twist with custom powdered sugar stenciling. Sweet, citrusy, and almost too pretty to eat!

Historic Photography Series - History Lecture
2025-06-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Crested Butte Museum, 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
The Camera Through Time: A Hands On History A lecture lead by local photographer, Kara Collin, taking a chronological look at photography’s evolution from the 1800s to modern digital including a display of real cameras from different eras.

The Pavillion Dance Series
2025-06-11 18:00 - 21:00 | CO
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 south ends of the valley together to engage in joyful dance on Wednesday evenings, June 11, 2025 – August 6, 2025. While enjoying fresh perspectives on traditional music from some of the Region’s best bands, the dancers gain confidence in the lessons which foster a welcoming environment that encourages trial and error and learning from each other. Dance Lessons start at 6pm with Live Music for dance goes from 7:30-9pm. Participants can drive or ride the RTA, and walk to the Pavillion, just one block from the Almont Stop. Tix available in advance online or at the Door. Under 21 get in for FREE!

Macrame: Flower Wristlets
2025-06-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Join artists Hope Kesler and Dani Burke for a creative macramŽ class where you’ll make flower-patterned wristlets using beautiful designs made from cord!
