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.
The Gunnison Valley Observatory & Gunnison County Libraries invite you to view the October 14 solar eclipse at the library. The partial eclipse will cover approximately 85% of the sun between 9 am-12 pm. The Observatory will provide solar viewing telescopes and expertise; the library will provide solar viewing glasses! This event is free & […]
Volunteers will spend time building rock structures to improve critical habitat for the Gunnison Sage-Grouse. We will use innovative, yet simple, restoration methods-small rock structures to raise the water table to support plants and insects needed by wildlife. https://www.hccacb.org/news/volunteer-opportunity-wet-meadow-restoration-ata-hrefhttpswwwhccacborgcalendarvolunteer-project-wet-meadow-restoration-at-centennial-state-wildlife-area-centennial-state-wildlife-areaa
Join us for Gunnison Valley Health's Annual Pumpkin Patch! Saturday October 21st, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Outside the main entrance 711 North Taylor Street Gunnison Colorado 81230 Scavenger hunt with fun games and prizes! Tour an ambulance, enjoy yummy treats and pick a pumpkin! Costumes are encouraged!
Travel back in time 1.7 billion years with renowned local geologist Dr. Amy Ellwein, aka "Dr. Rock" from the comfort and safety of a legendary Jeep! You will learn about rocks, minerals and the incredible forces that shape the landscapes surrounding Crested Butte and Gunnison.
October 21, 12pm to 3pm: Thanksgiving Plates & Platters $60/Adult October 23, 5:30pm to 8:30pm: Thanksgiving Plates & Platters $60/Adult Join me at my brand new clay studio for a delightful ceramic experience in my Thanksgiving Plates & Platters class! Discover the joy of handcrafting your own unique dinnerware just in time for the holiday […]
Join us at the museum from 4pm & 5pm on Monday, October 30th for ghost stories of Crested Butte. This event is family friendly, but youngsters should be comfortable with spooky stories. We will provide light snacks and warm non-alcoholic refreshments for attendees. Please register to ensure your spot. Registration is a suggested donation of […]
Annual Trick or Treat in downtown Gunnison. North Main Street from Highway 50 to Ohio Avenue will be closed to traffic for family friendly trick ot treat festivities! Join the fun.
The Blister Speaker Series at Western Colorado University brings to the Gunnison Valley preeminent athletes, founders, authors, activists, filmmakers, and product designers who are shaping the outdoor industry. The Blister Speaker Series is the first ongoing, outdoor-industry speaker series at any college or university in the world. And Western Colorado University is a very fitting […]
Join us Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 5:00 to 8:30 PM at the Gunnison Elks Lodge for our GFALL Fundraiser and annual auction. The event will include a taco bar, dessert, non-alcoholic beverages, music, a face painter from 5-7pm, games, a temporary tattoo table for the kids, and auction tables with amazing donations made by […]
Cross-sector collaboration is essential to a successful energy evolution that effectively supports the quality of life and related products society demands and depends on while solving for critical issues such as affordability, accessibility, climate, sustainability, poverty, justice, and energy security. Western's first ever Energy Elevated Forum seeks to bring together students, faculty, government, communities, and […]
Join Us For Our Fall Clothing & Gear Swap Out with the old and in with the new! Clean out the closets and bring your lightly used, unwanted or unneeded clothing and gear to the Three Rivers Resort for a ladies (and kids) clothing and gear swap. The seasons are changing and it's time to […]
The community is invited to the "Thighs Before Pies" 7th Annual Turkey Trot in the City of Gunnison, Thursday, November 23rd from 10am to 11am. The "5k Turkey Trot" starts at 10am and the "1k Gobble Wobble" starts at 10:30am. Both races start and end at IOOF Park in Gunnison at 124 East Virginia Avenue.
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!
