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.

  • Monday Night Magic

    Storyweaver Games 901 W Tomichi Unit 2, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]

    Free
  • Opening Night in the Tropics

    Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

    OPENING NIGHT IN THE TROPICS. We're kicking off the season with rum-soaked island vibes at Montanya! Friday 5/16 | 6-9PM. Happy Hour ALL day. $5 off our fan-favorite Se–oritas. Tropical shirts encouraged. Good times guaranteed. 204 Elk Ave

    Free
  • Beers Bands and Barb Wire Strands

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

    Colorado Backcountry Hunters & Anglers is throwing the biggest Public Lands Party of the Year May 16th-18th to celebrate Colorado Public Lands Day! Festivities will include a Wildlife Conservation Project, Live Music, Great Prizes, Vendors, Onsite Camping, Food, Beverages, Bonfires and Camaraderie - all on tap for this event! This event is FREE open to […]

    free
  • Saturday Clay Day: Ceramic Planters

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

    Join Cat Avila for a fun and family-friendly ceramic workshop where you'll create your own unique planters! Perfect for youth and their families, this hands-on class will guide you through the process of shaping, decorating, and personalizing ceramic planters. Learn basic hand-building techniques and let your creativity bloom as you craft one-of-a-kind pieces that are […]

    $29.75 – $35
  • Super Saturday Storytime!

    Crested Butte Library 507 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, May 17 for Super Saturday Storytime. May's theme is Royal Revelry! Stories and an activity for the whole fam. Free & open to the public.

    free
  • Karaoke at Montanya

    Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

    Karaoke Night at Montanya Saturday, May 17th, 6-9 PM. 204 Elk Ave - Montanya Tasting Room. Rum cocktails to fuel your courage. All voices welcome-from shy singers to local legends. Good vibes, great drinks, and unforgettable moments

    Free
  • Monday Night Magic

    Storyweaver Games 901 W Tomichi Unit 2, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]

    Free
  • Montanya Bingo Night

    Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

    B-I-N-G-O and cocktails, oh my! Join us for Bingo Night at Montanya - Tuesday, May 20th from 6-8PM! We're keeping the off-season vibes strong with free-to-play bingo, happy hour specials all night, and the chance to win fun prizes. $3 off select cocktails, $5 off select food. No cost to play- just bring your awesome […]

    Free
  • Mountain Words Festival

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

    The Mountain Words Festival is a multi-day literary celebration at nine-thousand feet, featuring readings, workshops, kids' events, parties, panel discussions, and more!

  • CRESTED BUCHA OPEN MIC NIGHT

    Crested Bucha 315 1/2 N Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Crested Bucha presents Open Mic Night hosted by Jim Davidson of the Black canyon Ramblers. So come on down and support Gunnison Valley live music while chilling with Todd's premise-brewed kombucha, excellent selection of craft beers, wines and mixed drinks and unique appetizers.

    FREE
  • Architecture Walking Tours

    Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Stroll down Elk Avenue with the Crested Butte Museum's staff, and learn about some of the first buildings built on the main street of Crested Butte, including discussions of form, function and architectural details of the late 1800 vernacular with a different special guest from the community joining each week. $10 for Museum Members (monthly […]

    $10 – $25
  • Monday Night Magic

    Storyweaver Games 901 W Tomichi Unit 2, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]

    Free

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