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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Join the Crested Butte Museum for an old fashioned social with vinyls on the turntables and live music from the band San Leandro. Featuring local vendors, activities, craft stations, a photo booth, food trucks, and more, this event is our 22nd annual party on July 2nd. Suggested Attire: dress as your favorite local tradition FREE […]
Join us for the 2026 Gunnison Balloon Rally, July 3rd through 5th! The weekend kicks off Friday morning with a 6:30AM mass ascension of hot air balloons at Jorgenson Field, followed by the Glow over Gunnison Friday night from 7 to 9PM. On Saturday, July 4th, enjoy a free pancake breakfast at Legion Park starting […]
Join us for an evening celebrating the distinct visions of artists Cody Kuehl and Elizabeth Dryden in the Ascent & Confluence Exhibit Rooms at Terrible Mountain Gallery. *Charcuterie Provided
Join us Friday, July 3rd, for the first-ever Glow over Gunnison at Jorgensen Park from 7 to 9PM. Bring the whole family out for an evening of hot air balloons, food trucks, community fun, and Fourth of July weekend magic. This brand-new event is a beautiful way to kick off Balloon Rally weekend in Gunnison.
Growing up the son of a minister in Tyler, Texas, Jordan was introduced to music in church at an early age but didn't become interested in bluegrass until high school. He quit playing music upon graduation from Oklahoma State University to pursue a career in energy until he moved to Denver, found a new mandolin, […]
The Live from Mt. Crested Butte (presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association) series returns! Boombox will take the stage on Saturday, July 4, 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 live series […]
All the way from the banks of the East River, "Beer Hunter" plays Countrybilly-style music. Acoustic, electric, original and Americana.
Sundays @ 6 is a free summer concert series in Legion Park, featuring live music every Sunday evening along with food trucks, artisan booths, face painting and special VIP events. Running June 21 - August 9, 2026 July 5: Coal Creek Connection Coal Creek Connection delivers an energetic mix of classic rock, Americana, country covers, […]
The Fort Smith Arkansas native, JD Clayton, released his debut album Long Way From Home, early last year which has received overwhelming critical acclaim. There's no artifice surrounding the Arkansas-born singer and songwriter. No glitz. No pretension or mythology. JD Clayton's sound, and where he chooses to make it-Arkansas, the most western of the southern […]
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 […]
Acoustic Eidolon is the Colorado-based duo of Joe Scott and Hannah Alkire, known for creating a distinctive "new acoustic" sound that blends Celtic, Americana, world, and flamenco influences with striking originality. Featuring Scott on his one-of-a-kind double-neck guitjo and Alkire on cello, the group has built an international reputation for virtuosic musicianship, inventive arrangements, and […]
The Live from Mt. Crested Butte (presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association) series returns! Rattlesnake Milk will take the stage on Wednesday, July 8, 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 live […]
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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