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.

  • Friends Night Throwing 21+

    Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 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 […]

    $51 – $60
  • Public Museum Hours

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

    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.

    FREE
  • Youth WoodBurning Workshop

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

    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 […]

    $38.25 – $45
  • High Vibes Clay Class

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

    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 […]

    $85 – $100
  • Public Museum Hours

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

    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.

    FREE
  • Engineering Expo 2025

    Paul M. Rady School 777 E. Georgia Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Date Night Throwing

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

    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 […]

    $102 – $120
  • Jewelry Series: Earrings Galore

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

    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 […]

    $46.75 – $55
  • Jewelry Series: Earrings Galore

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

    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 […]

    $46.75 – $55
  • Beginner Wheel Throwing 16+

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

    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 […]

    $212.50 – $250
  • Intermediate Wheel Throwing 16+

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

    Take your wheel throwing skills to the next level in this intermediate class with Cassandra Duft. Designed for those who have completed a beginner course, this workshop will help you […]

    $255 – $300
  • Wednesday Night Meditation and Dharma Talk

    Sanctuary Somatics 513 S Main St, Gunnison, CO, 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 […]

    By Donation

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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