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.

  • Cookies Made Easy Shortbread Cooking Class

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

    Join self-taught baker Lauryn Kiefer for a sweet shortbread session! Learn the classic recipe, then get creative with mix-ins like ganache, curd, and fresh strawberries. A fun, hands-on class for […]

    $46.75 – $55
  • Coal Creek Connection

    Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

    Located in the Gunnison Valley of Colorado, Coal Creek Connection plays a variety of high-quality original and cover music including classic rock, country, folk, blues, funk, and more. CCC's multi-part […]

  • Romeo + Juliet + Cocktails + Music

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    The Gunnison Valley Theatre Festival presents an evening of poetry, music, and dance, inspired by Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Cocktails and mocktails themed to the event! ALL AGES welcome, outside […]

    $10 – $20
  • Sunday’s @ 6 Live Music

    Jorgensen Park 501 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Cole Creek Connection delivers an energetic mix of classic rock, Americana, country covers, and original songs, with tight musicianship and vocal harmonies that get audiences dancing and singing along to […]

    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 […]

    Free
  • Historic Elk Ave Walking Tours

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

    Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking […]

    $20 – $25
  • Firefly Sightings in Gunnison Valley

    Gunnison Valley

    Seen fireflies near RMBL? CU Boulder researchers are mapping where these glowing beetles appear in Colorado. If you spot fireflies this summer, let us know here: https://forms.gle/gknEebT2DjJNyC7f9 or by email […]

    Free
  • Skate Night

    Free summer skate night! Roller skates and blades provided. Come skate from 5-7pm at Jorgensen Ice Rink. Bring your own helmet.

    Free
  • Artikal Sound System, Music on the Mountain

    Crested Butte Mountain Resort Crested Butte, CO

    The Music on the Mountain series returns! Artikal Sound System will take the stage on Wednesday July 23, 2025. Join us at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte […]

    Free
  • Square Dancing

    The Pavillion Dance Series presents Square Dancing on July 23rd at the Three Rivers Pavillion in Almont. Lessons from Andrea Early-Coen on Appalachian flatfooting and square dance basics start at […]

    $15

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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