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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.

Ladies Fall Clothing Swap

Join Us For Our Fall Clothing Swap Out with the old and in with the new! Clean out the closets and bring your lightly used, unwanted or unneeded clothing to […]

The Giver

Crested Butte Mountain Theatre 403 2nd Street, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Jonas lives in a perfect world with no war, fear, pain, or choices. But when Jonas turns 12, he is chosen for special training from The Giver, the keeper of […]

$15 – $25

Firebird Theatre’s The Snow Queen

Firebird Theatre Co. 818 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Firebird's children's theatre series continues this November with The Snow Queen! Hans Christian Andersen's tale of friendship and magic gets a fresh Firebird adaptation with some modern humor and wacky […]

$5 – $10

Dinner at the Depot

The Depot 716 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

High Country Conservation Advocates invites the community to Dinner at the Depot, an annual potluck where friends and neighbors gather to learn about conserving our public lands. Jon Hare will […]

Free

North Valley Pop up Pantry

Oh Be Joyful Church 625 Maroon Ave., Crested Butte, CO

North Valley Pop-up Pantry Information Join us the second and fourth Thursday, July-December for the North Valley Pop-up Pantry. The locations will be the Mt. CB Transit Center and Oh […]

OPEN MIC NIGHT @ CRESTED BUCHA

Crested Bucha 315 1/2 N Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Jim Davidson of the Black Canyon Ramblers hosts Open Mic Night at Crested Bucha in Gunnison, CO. Jim runs sound on professional sound gear for those wishing to pour their […]

FREE

Matchstick Showing: Calm Beneath Castles

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

Calm Beneath Castles is an awe-inspiring ski movie that delves into the heart, soul, and mind of skiers driven by an insatiable thirst for adventure and discovery. This epic film […]

$20

Floating Hammock Yoga with Crystal Bowls

Thrive Yoga Crested Butte 326 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Experience a profound sense of mental and physical clarity, deep release of tension, and ultimate relaxation as you gracefully float in our specially designed yoga hammocks. This unique session offers […]

$40

And Series:Boss Ross

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

Join Bob Ross on a painting adventure through an Autumn forest! Take home an original 11x17" acrylic painting made by you guided by our favorite denim clad artist. Saturday, November […]

$40

Live Music with Julian Young & Ben Wright

Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

When they're not playing with Easy Jim, Julian Young and Ben Wright offer a fusion of jazz, rock, and contemporary styles featuring keys, drums, vocals.

FREE

Thighs Before Pies Turkey Trot

IOOF Park 124 E Virginia St., Gunnison, CO, United States

The Go Initiative is proud to host the 8th annual Thighs Before Pies Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving day, November 28th, 2024. Community members of all ages + abilities are encouraged […]

$45

Community Thanksgiving

Fred Field Center 275 S. Spruce St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Enjoy a free Thanksgiving Meal- family friendly!

Free

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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