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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.

Graceland Run at Hartman Rocks

A run from the New McCabe's trailhead, out Sandy Wash to Scary Hill Road then loop around Gateway trail to Josie's and onto Graceland and then return to the start. Great trails through the sagebrush and rocky outcroppings of Hartman Rocks. Distance is 7.1 miles (+974'), all on single track trails and dirt roads.

Free

Mother’s Day Flower Bar & Silent Auction

Trailhead Children's Museum 606 6th St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Come support the Trailhead Children's Museum and put together a one-of-a-kind bouquet for mom at the Mother's Day Flower Bar on Saturday, May 11 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Trailhead. Build your own bouquet - choose from different flower varieties at our Flower Bar to create a special Mother's Day bouquet for […]

Super Saturday Storytime!

Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

EVENT DETAILS Join us at the Gunnison Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, May 11 for Super Saturday Storytime. May's theme is Royal Revelry so dress in your royal best! There will be stories and an activity for the whole family. Free & open to the public.

free

Firebrand Soup Series

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

Do you miss your favorite Firebrand Soups? Our Series this month highlights Creamy Asparagus + Vegan Asparagus Learn from the legend herself, Heidi Magnus, how to make your favorite Firebrand Soups. The soup in this series is the iconic Creamy Asparagus + Vegan Asparagus May 11th | 3pm-5pm

$50 – $60

Mom + Son Dance Party

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

Bring your boys to eat pizza, do crafts, facepainting, play games, and dance! Spend some quality time with your little fella being silly, creative, and making memories. Join us in our first Mother Son Dance Party! Bring your boys to eat pizza, do crafts, facepainting, play games, and dance!

$25 – $30

West African Kora Experience

Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Join us at the Gunnison Library at 1:30 pm on Sunday, May 12 for an entertaining and immersive West African Kora experience! We'll learn how this impressive instrument is built, who typically plays it and the types of events it is often utilized at. Perfect for the whole family! Free & Open to the Public.

free

WESA Rapids vs. Vancouver Watch Party

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

Come watch the Rapids vs. Vancouver game with WESA! Admission is free, donations are suggested. Can't wait to see you there!

Free

Free Mug Making Class – GRASP

Gunnison Valley Mentors 101 N 8th St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Free family mug making class at the Mentors Building in Gunnison on Friday, May 17th from 5:30-8:30 pm. Hosted by GRASP, GCSAPP. The Consortium (GRASP) initially consisted of 6 key organizations; Gunnison County Juvenile Services, Gunnison County Health and Human Services, the Health Coalition of the Gunnison Valley, the Center for Mental Health, Gunnison Valley […]

Free

Parent/Tot Paint Your Own Pottery

Abra Karbin Ceramics 723 S 9th Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

Parent/Tot Paint Your Own Pottery Abra Karbin Ceramics | Gunnison, CO Saturdays, May 18, June 8, and July 13. 10:00am to 1:00pm Join me for a delightful Parent/Tot Paint Your Own Pottery class at Abra Karbin Ceramics in Gunnison, CO! Unleash your creativity alongside your little one as you embark on a colorful journey of […]

pay per piece

Beers, Bands & Barbwire

I Bar Ranch 850 Co Rd 49, Gunnison, CO, United States

Celebrate Public Lands Day May 17-19 Live music, on site camping, food, bonfire, camaraderie.

Duane’s World Run at Signal Peak

Signal Peak Trails in Gunnison Gunnison, CO, United States

Meet at the Duane's World at Signal Peak. Run up Duane's World, Left on South Rim Trail, Across Ridgeline to Shoelace and down Chicken Wing, back to the start. Distance is 7 miles (+1033'), all on single track trail.

Free

Women’s Spring Clothing & Gear Swap

Join Us For Our Spring 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 […]

$5.00

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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