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.
Join us on Thursday, July 17 at 6 pm at the Crested Butte Library for an evening with writer and Gunnison native, Judy Fairchild. Judy will discuss her book The Old Eve Tree. About the book: During the summer of 1952, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, seven-year-old Tilly Harris begins to see her world differently. This […]
JOIN US ON THE PATIO FOR A SUNNY, BEGINNER-FRIENDLY CLAY CLASS. ARTIST KIT WIJKOWSKI WILL GUIDE YOU IN HANDBUILDING A CERAMIC FRUIT BOWL--PERFECT FOR YOUR KITCHEN.
Join Amanda Sage for a 90-minute guided journey with the Vision Train Drawing Project. Explore your unique gifts through drawing and writing in a fun, supportive space-no experience needed, just curiosity! Times: 10 - 11:30 OR 12:00 -1:30
Celebrate local creativity at the Sunni Gunni Art Market, a lively pop-up hosted by the Gunnison Arts Center and curated by local artists! Enjoy drinks, live music, and shop unique art from up to 20 makers-paintings, ceramics, prints, jewelry, and more. Expect good vibes, hand-poke tattoos, and one-of-a-kind finds!
Join Holistic Chef Ashley Anderson to learn the basics of traditional meat stock-a gut-healing, nutrient-rich staple. This hands-on class covers how to make, store, and use it to support everyday wellness.
Join self-taught baker Lauryn Kiefer for a sweet shortbread session! Learn the classic recipe, then get creative with mix-ins like ganache, curd, and fresh strawberries. A fun, hands-on class for cookie lovers of all levels!
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 […]
A welcoming class for all levels of adult and teen movers! Two incredible educators from the Bboy Factory in Denver will be sharing fundamentals of hip hop and break dance for a fun evening of movement and culture. One night only! Don't miss your chance to dance with these incredible guests!
Seen fireflies near RMBL? CU Boulder researchers are mapping where these glowing beetles appear in Colorado. If you spot fireflies this summer, let us know here: https://forms.gle/gknEebT2DjJNyC7f9 or by email ([email protected]). Every report helps!
This tour will be centered around the history of The North Country with discussion topics including O Be Joyful/Pittsburgh, Irwin, Elkton, Smith Hill, Marble, Paradise Divide, Yule Pass, Floresta, Schofield Park, Gothic, and Washington Gulch. We meet at the Crested Butte Museum at 8am. Duane will go over his topics for the day and we […]
The Pavillion Dance Series presents Square Dancing on July 23rd at the Three Rivers Pavillion in Almont. Lessons from Andrea Early-Coen on Appalachian flatfooting and square dance basics start at 6pm with the dance and string band music from Jenny Hill, Sam Pankratz and Matt and Madeline Shugert starting at 7:30pm.
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 […]
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!
