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.
Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.
Spend a summer evening in our courtyard creating functional and decorative ceramics-explore hand- building through mugs, berry bowls, wall pieces, and planters in these relaxed, skill-building workshops. Cost Per Each Workshop: Member $42 | Non-Member $50
Get your bike out and join the Crested Butte Land Trust and the Crested Butte Mountain Bike Association for a ride on Lupine 1 and 2! Learn about the history of the trails and the collaboration that brought them to life from CBMBA's own Dave Ochs. Limited space please RSVP to this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1_vdA30A7oPcQefjBgmQS6cWYXlpSQ9zljujS1ZxOR7s/edit to […]
Sunni Gunni ~Local Art Markets Saturdays - 10:00 - 2:00 PM | June 20th, July 18th, + September 26th Celebrate local creativity at the Sunni Gunni Art Market, a vibrant pop-up hosted by the Gunnison Arts Center and curated by local artists! Browse a dynamic mix of work from up to 20 talented makers-including paintings, […]
On June 19 and 20, 2026, Crested Butte will be hosting its first-ever speed puzzling competition at the Center for the Arts Crested Butte. Speed puzzling is a fast-growing competitive sport where competitors race to assemble a jigsaw puzzle the quickest. June 19 will have a tournament of Jigsaw Puzzle Chess (a quick one-on-one race), […]
At just 18, Bella Rayne is a self-taught guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter whose sound is quickly turning heads across the country. Born in the mountains of North Carolina and raised along the rugged coast of Mendocino, California, she blends rock and Americana with the improvisational spirit of the jam-band tradition, creating a sound that feels […]
Join Madeline and Matt Shugert for an evening exploring the many voices of the saxophone, one of music's most versatile and historically polarizing instruments. Though often associated with jazz, the saxophone has a rich place in classical music and traditions around the world. Through a program spanning Baroque transcriptions, French Impressionist works, and classic and […]
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 - 7:30 PM June 24th - Mindful Fiber Night with Hope Kesler July 29th - Affirmation Journals with Teresa Ely August 26th - Community Art […]
The Live from Mt. Crested Butte (presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association) series returns! New Orleans Suspects will take the stage on Wednesday, June 24, 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 […]
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 creative sculptures, participants will experiment with different techniques and ideas while building confidence working with clay. Perfect for all levels, this class is all about […]
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 creative sculptures, participants will experiment with different techniques and ideas while building confidence working with clay. Perfect for all levels, this class is all about […]
AWAKEN A Weekend of Movement, Nervous System Reset, and Embodied Transformation Grounded. Transformational. Intentional. A progressive weekend experience designed to support growth through awareness, challenge, release, and integration. Slow down. Open the body. Down regulate the nervous system. This grounding evening practice is designed to help you release the weight of the week, reconnect to […]
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, June 27 for Super Saturday Storytime! June's theme is Reading Rodeo with special guests from the Cattlemen's days royal court! Stories & activities for the whole family. Free & open to the public.
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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