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Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

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.

Beginner Wheel Throwing

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

Join us in the clay studio and learn the basics of throwing on the potter's wheel. Over the course of 6 weeks you'll learn how to throw, decorate, and glaze […]

$300

The Odd Couple

Crested Butte Mountain Theatre 403 2nd Street, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Experience the timeless comedy of The Odd Couple, directed by the brilliant Mary Tuck. Follow the hilarious antics of mismatched roommates, Felix Unger and Oscar Madison, as they navigate the […]

$15 – $25

PRCA Rodeo

Fred Field Center 275 S. Spruce St, Gunnison, CO, United States

PRCA Rodeo! There will be vendors and a liquor tent. Thursday night is Tough Enough to Wear Pink night, Friday is Patriot night and Saturday is Ranchland Conservation Legacy night.

$5 – $60

Crested Butte Wildflower Festival

Crested Butte Wildflower Festival 716 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

The Crested Butte Wildflower Festival will take place from July 12-21 with over 150 events offered by 40 instructors and tour guides.

$35

The Odd Couple

Crested Butte Mountain Theatre 403 2nd Street, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Experience the timeless comedy of The Odd Couple, directed by the brilliant Mary Tuck. Follow the hilarious antics of mismatched roommates, Felix Unger and Oscar Madison, as they navigate the […]

$15 – $25

Two Night of Spafford

I Bar Ranch 850 Co Rd 49, Gunnison, CO, United States

Tincup Mtn Whiskey presents, Night One of Two nights of Spafford. On site camping available too

$45 – $90

Grin & Bear It Trail Run

Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

The Grin & Bear It is Crested Butte's oldest trail challenge. The race offers a 15k sprint to Green Lake and back and a 25k loop.

$65

Parade

Main Street Gunnison Gunnison, CO, United States
Free

Paint Your Own Pottery

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

Drop in to see our Galleries then wonder into our Clay Studio to choose a piece from our large selection of bisqueware. Most colors in the rainbow available. Prices range […]

$60

Parent/Tot Paint Your Own Pottery

Abra Karbin Ceramics 723 S 9th Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

Parent/Tot Paint Your Own Pottery Saturday, May 18, June 8, July 13. 10:00am to 1:00pm Join me for a delightful Parent/Tot Paint Your Own Pottery class at Abra Karbin Ceramics […]

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Garlic Mike’s

Garlic Mike's 2674 CO-135, Gunnison, CO, United States

The Odd Couple

Crested Butte Mountain Theatre 403 2nd Street, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Experience the timeless comedy of The Odd Couple, directed by the brilliant Mary Tuck. Follow the hilarious antics of mismatched roommates, Felix Unger and Oscar Madison, as they navigate the […]

$15 – $25

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

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