Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

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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  • Pulse Saturdays

    Sage Grouse Lounge 110 E Georgia Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Trivia Night at Sage Grouse Lounge!

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    Flauschink

    Crested Butte Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Flauschink is comink! Join us for all the festivities starting on Wednesday, April 1st 6:30pm at the Museum with the historic slide show of skiing in the valley and how […]

    $5.00 – $10

  • Academy Award-winner Daniel Junge

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    Academy Award-winner Daniel Junge in person for Q&A following the film. About the film: A pioneering disco artist's 1977 anthem becomes a cultural milestone for LGBTQ+ music. Through interviews with […]

    $8

  • Deadhead Ed’s End of Season Party w/Easy Jim

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    Celebrate the end of the ski season and the live Grateful Dead experience with Easy Jim at the Center for the Arts Crested Butte on Thursday, April 2nd at 8pm. […]

    $35
  • Gunnison Sunset

    DJ Blake Get Back

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO
    Free

  • A Night of Conservation Storytelling

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    HCCA and filmmaker Cody Perry (Rig to Flip) are excited to showcase an evening of films featuring The GORP Act Video Series, sharing voices from across our region about the […]

    Free
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Community Dig in Days!

    Mountain Roots 600 N 8th St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Enjoy a free lunch with the community and help the Mountain Roots team prep beds, clean up the space, and prepare each garden for a bountiful season of growing fresh, […]

    free
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    Speed Puzzling Happy Hour

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    Join us for a playful, fast-paced evening of puzzles, friendly competition, and community connection. Whether you're a seasoned speed puzzler or just in it for the fun, this interactive event […]

    Free

  • Engineering Expo 2026

    Paul M. Rady School 777 E. Georgia Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Please join us for the Western-CU Boulder Engineering Partnership Program's Engineering Expo 2026 on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. in the Rady Building. Engineering Expo brings […]

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