Matt & Madeline Shugert @ billy barr
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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.
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Experience an unforgettable evening celebrating the flavors of the Gunnison Valley. Local hunters, guides, and seasoned wild-game cooks will showcase creative dishes featuring a variety of wild game, offering guests the chance to taste something truly special. Elk, Deer, Bear, Moose. And other wild game specialties From bold flavors to traditional favorites, this event brings […]
Opera Colorado brings the magic of opera to Crested Butte with a stunning performance showcasing powerful voices, timeless stories, and unforgettable music. Full of sentimental pirates, blundering policemen, absurd adventures, and improbable paradoxes, experience Gilbert and Sullivan's hilarious farce! The story follows the misadventures of young Frederic, an orphan apprenticed to a raucous band of […]
Set break 7-8pm
Set break 7-8pm
Ski films by Matchstick Productions 6-7pm | Gallery Reception 6:30-8:30pm Send It brings together local artists and master ski builders for a limited-edition series of custom skis that celebrate Crested Butte's creative spirit. Each artist-designed pair will be unveiled at the gallery opening, featuring a live DJ, one-of-a-kind pop-up flash tattoos by Alex Stevenson, and […]
Highlife is a local band that has been laying their groovy pockets around the valley for the last couple of years. This show will highlight multiple originals, these compositions vary in musical styles including blues, funk, rock and jazz mixed with a few soulful covers to fill out the sets. Special guest Andrew Hadley will […]
February 7 is Take Your Child to the Library Day! Join us at the Gunnison Library along with Asante the Service Dog at 10:30 am on Saturday, February 7 for Super Saturday Storytime. Stories and activities for the whole family. Free & open to the public.
Saturday, February 7 is Take Your Child to the Library Day! Join us at the Gunnison Library on Saturday, February 7 from 2:30-3:30 pm for a super special, all ages cultural event. Fara Tolno will present a West African Music Experience. This event is free and open to all.
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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