Gunnison Valley Events Calendar
Explore events and things to do in Gunnison and Crested Butte, from weekend festivals and live music to outdoor adventures and cultural experiences. Whether you’re visiting for a few days or planning a longer stay, there’s always something happening in the Gunnison Valley. Find events happening today, this weekend, and throughout the year across every season. Use this guide to plan your trip and make the most of your time in Gunnison and Crested Butte.
Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.
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Flauschink is comink! Join us for all the festivities starting on Wednesday, April 1st 6:30pm at the Museum with the historic slide show of skiing in the valley and how it all started. Thursday, April 2nd is the Royal Run with the King and Queen, meet at the Queen at noon. Friday, April 3rd is […]
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Academy Award-winner Daniel Junge in person for Q&A following the film. About the film: A pioneering disco artist's 1977 anthem becomes a cultural milestone for LGBTQ+ music. Through interviews with music legends, the story unfolds of Archbishop Carl Bean's groundbreaking impact on queer representation in mainstream culture. This is part of Western Film's continuing effort […]
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Celebrate the end of the ski season and the live Grateful Dead experience with Easy Jim at the Center for the Arts Crested Butte on Thursday, April 2nd at 8pm. Mountain Jam, an Allman Brothers Band tribute will be opening the show and all proceeds from this concert benefit the Crested Butte Community School Enrichment […]
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HCCA and filmmaker Cody Perry (Rig to Flip) are excited to showcase an evening of films featuring The GORP Act Video Series, sharing voices from across our region about the importance of protecting public lands, followed by Common Waters-a powerful film about the fight to protect the public's right to float, scout, and portage Colorado's […]
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Enjoy a free lunch with the community and help the Mountain Roots team prep beds, clean up the space, and prepare each garden for a bountiful season of growing fresh, local produce!
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Join us for a playful, fast-paced evening of puzzles, friendly competition, and community connection. Whether you're a seasoned speed puzzler or just in it for the fun, this interactive event invites you to jump in, team up, and test your skills across a variety of puzzle challenges. We'll have a range of puzzle difficulties available […]
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Please join us for the Western-CU Boulder Engineering Partnership Program's Engineering Expo 2026 on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the Rady Building. Engineering Expo brings together students, business owners, engineers, alumni, faculty, and community members for an evening of innovation, connection, and celebration. This year, capstone teams will showcase the […] |
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Boots + Ballroom will take place on Friday, April 24th, from 6:00-8:30 PM at the Gunnison Arts Center Blue Box Theatre. Join us for lessons from 6:00-7:00 PM, followed by open dancing from 7:00-8:30 PM. Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of music, a bar, and plenty of fun! This is a pay-what-you-can event, […]
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Delta Upsilon will be hosting a 5K for anybody to join starting at the Rady building front lawn, and taking a large loop around Western Colorado University's campus.
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Celebrate spring and local makers! Come shop for unique handcrafted gift items for for mother's day or to spruce up your home and garden :-)
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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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