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.

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  • Skate Night

    Big Mine Ice Rink 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Free family skate night. Roller skates and blades are provided or bring your own! Helmets are required.

    FREE

  • Bull Fest

    Gunnison County Fairgrounds 275 S Spruce St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Gunnison Tough Bull Fest Saturday, August 15, 2026 at the Gunnison County Fairgrounds. Join us for a Rip Roaring time! Bull Riding, American Bull Fighting, Latigos Up Drill Team, Live […]

    $15

  • Art of Alignment

    Terrible Mountain Gallery 409 Main St, Pitkin, CO, United States

    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 […]

    $20

  • Skate Night

    Free family skate night. Roller skates and blades are provided or bring your own! Helmets are required.

    FREE
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Sculpt Big Bugs with Mud – Friday Clay Day

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

    Friday Clay Day | Ages 7+ Get your hands dirty at Friday Clay Day, a fun and exploratory class where each session brings a brand-new project! From functional pieces to […]

    $45
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Bodhi and the Rainforest

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    Bodhi and the Rainforest is an environmental children's musical telling the adventures of a reluctant caterpillar who embarks on a journey to help restore a disappearing rainforest. Along the way, […]

    $25

  • GVAWL Fundraiser at Sage Grouse Lounge

    Sage Grouse Lounge 110 E Georgia Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Hit the farmers market, then make your way to Sage Grouse Lounge for an eventful afternoon! 10% os the days sales will be donated to GVAWL, live music at 5pm […]

  • Art of Alignment

    Terrible Mountain Gallery 409 Main St, Pitkin, CO, United States

    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 […]

    $20
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    Community Connections – Community Art Jam

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

    Community Connections - Brought to you by Crested Butte State of Mind in collaboration with Gunnison Arts Center Free | Open to all | Substance-free Last Wednesdays - 5:30 - […]

  • Oxford House: Welcome Home Screening

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

    Join us for a screening of Oxford House's "Welcome Home" documentary, which highlights the history of Oxford House as well as current Oxford House residents throughout the country. After the […]

    Free

  • 125-Years of Western Block Party

    Main Street Gunnison Gunnison, CO, United States

    Celebrate the start of the Fall 2026 semester with a free campus block party on the first Friday after students return. Hosted on South Main Street, the event will feature […]

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