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.

  • 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
  • Sculpting in Clay 12+

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

    Explore sculpture in this four-week beginner class with artist Caroline Toomer. Learn hand-building, carving, and 3D techniques-no experience needed, just curiosity and creativity!

    $191.25 – $225
  • Alla Prima Flowers in Oil 16+

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

    Paint fresh blooms in one sitting with artist Karolina Szumilas using the alla prima technique. Learn bold brushwork, color mixing, and composition in a relaxed, creative setting-great for all skill […]

    $46.75 – $55
  • Lost Worlds of Blue Mesa Duane Lecture

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

    Come to the Crested Butte Museum for a lecture and slideshow by Dr. Duane Vandenbusche exploring the towns and locations that were lost to Blue Mesa Reservoir when the dam […]

    FREE
  • Back to the Basics: Foundational Nutrition 15+

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

    Get back to the basics of feeling good with Holistic Chef Ashley Anderson! In this empowering class, you'll learn the essentials of holistic nutrition. perfect for anyone looking to eat […]

    $46.75 – $55
  • Transform + Create: Upcycled Affirmation Journals

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

    Create a one-of-a-kind affirmation journal with artist Teresa Ely using upcycled packing paper! Learn folding, surface design, and distressing techniques, then fill your journal with affirmations, poems, or lyrics.

    $21.25 – $25
  • Lemon Bars with Decorative Stencils 10+

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

    Join self-taught baker Lauryn Kiefer to whip up bright, zesty lemon bars-perfect for summer! In this hands-on class, you'll make them from scratch and add a creative twist with custom […]

    $55.25 – $65
  • Historic Photography Series – History Lecture

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

    The Camera Through Time: A Hands On History A lecture lead by local photographer, Kara Collin, taking a chronological look at photography's evolution from the 1800s to modern digital including […]

    $20 – $25
  • 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
  • Transform + Create: Upcycled Affirmation Journals

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

    Create a one-of-a-kind affirmation journal with artist Teresa Ely using upcycled packing paper! Learn folding, surface design, and distressing techniques, then fill your journal with affirmations, poems, or lyrics.

    $21.25 – $25
  • The Pavillion Dance Series

    The Pavillion, located at Three Rivers Resort in Almont, creates space to connect, dance, enjoy live music and live in the moment. The Pavillion Dance Series invites the north and […]

    $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

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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