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.

  • Handbuilding Hangout: Coasters/Holders

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

    Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this hands-on pottery class! Join artist Alaina Holcombe on the patio to hand-build and glaze your own unique ceramic piece using […]

    $51 – $60
  • Cookbook Club: Ski Snacks

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    As part of our extended programming from the Crested Butte Wine + Food Festival, Cookbook Club is hitting the slopes! We're cooking from Ski Snacks: Easy, Tasty Recipes for Powder […]

    $25
  • 21st Annual Backcountry Film Festival

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Calling all winter enthusiasts! The 21st Annual Backcountry Film Festival returns to Crested Butte at the Majestic Theater on Friday, December 12 at 6:30 PM. Get your tickets today, you […]

    $10 – $20
  • Ornament Decorating at Montanya

    Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

    Join us for a cozy night of ornament decorating at Montanya! Swing by for holiday cheer, handcrafted fun, and a little sparkle as we team up with the Trailhead Children's […]

    Free
  • Apres Ski: History of Skiing

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

    Join Colorado historian Dr. Duane Vandenbusche at the Elevation Hotel for an engaging presentation on the history of skiing. Explore the rich skiing history of the Gunnison Valley through archival […]

    $15
  • Daytime Wheel Throwing + Handbuilding

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

    Daytime Wheel Throwing & Handbuilding | Ages 15+ Session 1: 6 Tuesdays, January 20-February 24. 11:00 AM-2:00 PM Build your skills in both wheel throwing and handbuilding in this daytime […]

    $300
  • Vision Train Art Jam

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

    2nd Thursdays | Jan. 8th, Feb. 12th, Mar. 12th, Apr. 9th, + May 14th | 5:00 - 8:00 PM Bring your own project and materials to join a supportive, collaborative […]

    Free
  • Date Night/Friends Night Wheel Throwing

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

    Try the Wheel: Date Night / Friends Night | Ages 15+ January 9. 5:30-7:30 PM Spin the wheel with friends or a partner in this relaxed, beginner-friendly evening of clay […]

    $42
  • Fundamentals of Linear Perspective

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

    5 Saturdays, January 10th - February 7th | 10:00 - 12:00 PM Master the basics of linear perspective in this foundational drawing class with artist Don Seastrum. Learn how to […]

    $135
  • Writing the Short Play

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

    3 Saturdays, January 10th - 24th | 10:00 - 12:00 PM Writing a short play is a great way for not only aspiring playwrights, but all theatre people or writers […]

    $80
  • Starting Fresh

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

    7 Tuesdays, January 13th - February 24th | 6:00 - 7:30 PM Join health and fitness instructor Macy Grace Vinther and a supportive community to learn quick, healthy recipes, sustainable […]

    $235
  • Wacky Wednesday | Ages 7-10

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

    Get ready to get silly, creative, and a little bit messy! Wacky Wednesday is all about exploring art in the most playful way possible. Each week, kids dive into a […]

    $110

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