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.
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The miles we travel make up the stories we tell. The soles of your favorite boots or the tread on your prized carÕs tires soak up the experiences and wisdom of the road under your feet. Born in New England, based in Bozeman Montana, singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Madeline Hawthorne pens the kind of tunes […]
In the heart of the Quartz Creek Valley, where the echoes of history meet the stillness of the wild, we invite you to find your center. Held within the walls of a historic 1898 saloon turned fine art gallery, The Art of Alignment is more than a yoga class-it is a weekly sanctuary for those […]
Hiroya Tsukamoto is a Japanese-born fingerstyle guitarist who moved to the United States in 2000 to attend the Berklee College of Music. Needless to say, he's not only a dizzyingly agile fingerpicker, but a soulful and transcendent performer, with compositions that combine instrumental guitar work with lyrical performance and spoken stories from his life. Tsukamoto […]
Ride + Vibe with us to the Music Cruise After-Party. Join the magical bike parade to Sanctuary Somatics for more live music, local food, art, community resources, and DJ Skyler Mattias spinning until dark. Everyone is invited to celebrate a summer evening full of good tunes and meaningful connections.
Free family skate night. Roller skates and blades are provided or bring your own! Helmets are required.
The Live from Mt. Crested Butte (presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association) series returns! The Band Loula will take the stage on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. Join us at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area for free live music. Local opener at 5:30 pm. All […]
Free family skate night. Roller skates and blades are provided or bring your own! Helmets are required.
Join for an evening of song performance from students and professional performers from around the nation. Directed by Sarah Meyers of the New York Metropolitan Opera, this will be an event not to be missed! FREE at Kincaid Hall in the Quigley Music Building at Western Colorado University in Gunnison.
Join for this incredible event with a full symphony orchestra featuring Angel Gomez, Tenor of the Metropolitan Opera in New York, along with numerous renown orchestral players, conductors and singers from around the nation. Also joined by local youth and a variety of student talent. This is an evening not to be missed! Located in […]
Fun Vintage Marketplace fair featuring multiple vendors for two day event. Saturday July 25 and Sunday July 26 in Jorgensen Park, Highway 50, Gunnison. Come find unique and one of a kind treasures! Clothing, Linens, Collectibles, Rusty stuff and more! 9 am - 3 pm both days.
Join fellow Western Colorado University alumni for a fun and relaxing afternoon floating the scenic town stretch of the Gunnison River! We'll launch from Shady Island at 11 AM and float downstream to the Gunnison Whitewater Park, enjoying time on the water while reconnecting with fellow Mountaineers. All watercraft are welcome-bring your tube, kayak, paddleboard, […]
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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