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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.

Western Ski Weekend | Aprs Ski Party

Lodge at Mountaineer Square 620 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

Mark your calendars for our highly-anticipated Annual Western Ski Weekend from February 9th to 11th, 2024! There is no better way to conclude a long day of skiing and boarding […]

FREE

Kids Clay for Homeschoolers

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

Hand-building, sculpture and glazing, OH MY! Get your kiddos hands in clay and their creativity flowing in this four part class. Ages 7 - 13. Class Dates: Day 1: Wednesday, […]

Double Shot Cyclery Presents Black Canyon Ramblers

Double Shot Cyclery 222 North Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Double Shot Cyclery presents the Black Canyon Ramblers, a Gunnison Valley-based bluegrass band that has opened for The Wailers at Ambush Ranch, opened for the Lil Smokies at the Crested […]

$5

Black Canyon Ramblers

Double Shot Cyclery 222 North Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Live music returns to Double Shot this Thursday with Bluegrass at it's best. Gunnison Valley's own Black Canyon Ramblers

$5

Mixd Media Heart Mobiles

Wonderland Clayworks 133 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

Kids Creating in Clay Series- Ages 7+ Students learn fun hand building, texture, and glazing techniques as we explore new projects each week. Explore imagination by creating in clay! Saturday, […]

$45

Snow Glow Family Dance Party

Lodge at Mountaineer Square 620 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

Fun, food, dancing, bounce house, face painting, glow carnival games & more! This fundraiser helps get more kids on snow in our community. Get your tickets on Eventbrite!

$15

Winter Art Walk

Redline Gallery 429 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Leisurely stroll through the galleries of Crested Butte, experience the diverse artistic expressions of local artists and be inspired by these special ArtWalk evenings.

African Drum Class

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

All level drum class with amazing master drummers from Guinea, West Africa. Drums provided for student use and all are welcome!

$20

Bookworms

Wonderland Clayworks 133 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

Kids Creating in Clay Series- Ages 7+ Students learn fun hand building, texture, and glazing techniques as we explore new projects each week. Explore imagination by creating in clay! Tuesday, […]

$45

Adult Afro-fusion Dance

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

World renown artist Fara Tolno will teach an exciting and energetic all level class combining traditional African, Afro-fusion, and African diaspora movements to incredible Afropop beats and music. Come feel […]

Kids Clay: Wacky Wednesday

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

Join us for 4 fun filled days of hand-building, sculpture making and glazing, OH MY! Get your kiddos hands in clay and their creativity flowing in this four part class. […]

Clay Studio: Wheel Throwing Nights

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

Lets make some pots! Beginners and Advanced students welcome! Learn techniques for throwing on the wheel, surface design and glazing on your 3D functional creations from our masterful instructors. Session […]

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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