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.
The Crested Butte Arts Festival returns to Elk Avenue in downtown Crested Butte for it's 52nd annul showing - August 2nd through 4th. 130 fine art exhibitors will present their work in 13 mediums. A live entertainment stage, beer & wine garden, art auction and kids craft tent round out the cultural festivities!
Live Music Sunday 5 - 8 PM: A solo singer-songwriter, Shannon made her name in Ann Arbor, Michigan & Toledo, Ohio before making her way to the local music scene in Crested Butte, Colorado back in 2012. After a few years of redefining her sound. Shannon reveals a smooth, mellow, remarkably, sultry, set of songs […]
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ALO is more than a band. It's a musical relationship that has endured for over two decades, with band members playing in numerous projects together and apart. Zach Gill (keys/vocals) toured the world with the band's college pal Jack Johnson; Dan "Lebo" Lebowitz (guitar/vocals) played shows with the Grateful Dead's Phil Lesh; Steve Adams (bass/vocals) […]
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 Be Joyful Church. Please come visit the Pop-up Pantry for fresh and local produce, meat, dairy products, and pantry staples. Mt. CB Transit Center Dates […]
Live Music Thursday 5 - 8 PM: For over two decades, Tyler has been playing music for audiences throughout the country. He started his career touring throughout the East Coast as a solo act before moving to the Mountain West. He's hesitant to define his musical style, letting "acoustic everything" do the job of explaining […]
Please join us at 6pm at the Gunnison Library on Thursday, August 8 and Thursday, August 22 for a two-part National Parks presentation with Park Ranger Randy Harabin. Randy will discuss his 25-year experience working for the National Park Service. Part I: The Life of a Park Ranger Part II: Ecosystems of the Grand Tetons […]
Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead performs a two night run with no song repeats at the Almont Resort on Friday, August 9th and Saturday August 10th! Showtime is 8pm and tickets are available at www.thealmontresort.com. Thank you for supporting live musicians.
From Brush Creek road run the Canal trail to Farris Creek trail. Climb Farris and then drop down to the intersection of Strawberry trail. Run Strawberry over to Brush Creek road then return to the start via Death Pass and the Canal trail. Distance is 9.8 miles (+1734') all on single track trail and dirt […]
Wonder into our Clay Studio to choose a piece from our large selection of bisqueware. Most colors of the rainbow available. Prices range from $10-$60. Ages 4 and up. Pieces ready for pick-up within 2 weeks!
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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