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 the ladies of the Gunnison Valley for a special Personal Development Workshop - YOU 2.0 Finding Balance As we transition from a beautiful CB summer into fall, there's a lot of change and transition going on in each of our lives! From the changing seasons and school starting back up for the kiddos, to […]
The Annual High Country Conservation Advocates Potluck will be held Sunday, August 27 at starting at 5 PM at The Depot, located at 716 Elk Avenue in Crested Butte. The event is open to the public. You're asked to bring a dish and eating / drinking utensils. Sunny Downpour will provide music, and Ben Goldfarb, […]
Join us on Thursday, August 29 at 6 pm at the Gunnison Library for an evening with local mushroom expert, Dr. Amy Honan. Dr. Honan will provide an introduction to mushroom identification of common local mushrooms. For more information contact Dr. Honan: [email protected]
On the eve of the 49th annual Pearl Pass Tour-the ride where it all began-the museum is hosting a casual, happy hour-esque event from 5-7pm for riders and enthusiasts alike. This year, we are thrilled to have photographer and mountain biking pioneer Wende Cragg share stories and a slideshow of her rare and iconic photographs […]
These fun and interactive music and dance classes are for babies, toddlers and preschoolers (with their caregivers). Class runs for eight weeks (some dates excepted). Cost includes accompanying music and book.
These fun and interactive music and dance classes are for babies, toddlers and preschoolers (with their caregivers). Class runs for eight weeks (some dates excepted). Cost includes accompanying music and book.
High Country Conservation Advocates (HCCA) is partnering with the Town of Crested Butte for a wet meadow restoration project along the Slate River. Volunteers will assist in stabilizing hand-built wood structures. This will include wire removal, willow planting, and shoveling sod for further stability. Participants will also be learn about the methods for restoration, why […]
Everyone's invited to a free High Country Heritage Day at the Gunnison Pioneer Museum on Saturday, September 16th from 9 to 5. Join us for guided tours of the grounds, a presentation by historian Duane Vandenbusche, music and light refreshments. Text Debra at 970.209.7030 for more information.
As extreme weather events are already on the rise, there is still so much we can accomplish together! Make a sign if you can, march with us, and become informed about how we can protect our climate. Meet our partners who already do so much in this valley, and learn about important actions you can […]
Please join us at the Gunnison Library at 6 pm on Wednesday and Thursday, September 27 and 28, for A Community Conversation on Climate: Simple, Serious, and Solvable. Wednesday September 27th at 6pm Colleen Cope: The Science of a Changing Climate Thursday September 28th Bruce Bartleson & Ricardo Vazquez Perales Bruce Bartleson will discuss: Climate […]
Please join us at the Gunnison Library at 6 pm on Wednesday and Thursday, September 27 and 28, for A Community Conversation on Climate: Simple, Serious, and Solvable. Wednesday September 27th at 6pm Colleen Cope: The Science of a Changing Climate Thursday September 28th Bruce Bartleson & Ricardo Vazquez Perales Bruce Bartleson will discuss: Climate […]
The Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley and Western Colorado University are enthusiastically partnering to present TICtalks: These Wild Lands on the evening of Thursday, September 28 in the University Center Theatre on campus. In this, the fourth installment of TICtalks, we will hear from Western faculty, alum, students and collaborators who all have deep […]
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!
