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.

  • Plant Based Magic: 11 Tips to a Healthy You

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

    Join us for a vibrant 3-hour raw food class with Cheri Rae Russell, founder of Peace Yoga Gallery and l.o.v.e. cafe. With decades of experience, Cheri blends Italian roots and […]

    $42.50 – $50
  • The Clay Lab: Garden Clay

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

    ith teaching artist Caroline Toomer, young artists will sculpt whimsical garden-themed creations using simple handbuilding techniques and lots of creative freedom.

    $102 – $120
  • Painting with Karen Hill

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

    Join artist Karen Hill for a laid-back monthly painting session! Bring your own project and get helpful tips and guidance as you paint alongside Karen, who will be working on […]

    $38.25 – $45
  • Painting with Light Workshop – Amanda Sage

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

    Join visionary artist Amanda Sage for a 2-day painting workshop at the Gunnison Arts Center! Explore the Mischtechnik method as Amanda guides you through creating a powerful image using charcoal […]

    $212.50 – $250
  • Nourishing Fertility Through Nutrition

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

    Join Holistic Chef Ashley Anderson for a practical look at how diet and lifestyle support fertility. Learn key nutrients, foods, and habits that promote hormonal balance and reproductive health.

    $46.75 – $55
  • Historic Elk Ave Walking Tours

    Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, 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 […]

    $20 – $25
  • Coil Creations Clay Class

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

    Join artist Caroline Toomer for a fun, hands-on clay adventure! Kids will learn coil building basics to create bowls, cups, creatures, and more-exploring their imaginations and building new skills along […]

    $34 – $40
  • Alla Prima Pet Portraits Class 16+

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

    Capture your furry (or feathered!) friend in this fun pet portrait painting class! Using an 8x8 canvas, a photo reference, and the alla prima oil technique, you'll create a colorful […]

    $46.75 – $55
  • Swing Dancing

    The Pavillion Dance Series presents Swing Dancing on July 16th at The Three Rivers Pavillion in Almont. Swing and Latin dance lessons begin at 6pm with Live music for dance […]

    $15
  • Historic Elk Ave Walking Tours

    Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, 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 […]

    $20 – $25
  • Third Thursday Monthly Art Pop up

    Downtown Crested Butte Crested Butte, CO

    Come have a beer on us celebrating creativity at the very first Third Thursday Monthly Art Pop up, hosted by The Artlaws of the Southwest! Every month will look a […]

    Free to Attend!
  • AND Series: Watercolor + Wine Class 21+

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

    Unwind with a brush in one hand and a glass of wine in the other! Join artist Karen Hill for a playful evening of watercolor exploration-no experience necessary. You'll learn […]

    $38.25 – $45

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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