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.

  • Glow Purim Party

    Mallardi Cabaret Theatre 403 2nd Street, 2nd Floor, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Live DJ, Face Painting, Games, Costume Contest, Cash Bar Come glowing your brightest! Costumes encouraged All ages welcome! $10 Adults, $5 Kids, Kids under 2 FREE

    $10
  • Salem & Risen Brand Films

    Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Moonlight Concert Series: Risan Project multi-media presents: Salem band & film event Saturday, March 15th Doors 6:30 pm, Films/concert 7:00 pm. The GAC is excited to present a special evening in collaboration with The Risan Project, featuring their groundbreaking Cresta Alta Film Tour. This unique event combines breathtaking expedition-based climate documentaries, engaging discussions on sustainability, […]

    $25 – $30
  • Al Johnson Memorial Telemark Race

    Crested Butte Mountain Resort Crested Butte, CO

    Year 51! Join us for the Al Johnson Memorial Telemark race. Details on Eventbrite & cbmstboosters.org

    $59
  • 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
  • Trivia Nights at the Museum

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

    Step back in time and join us at the Crested Butte Museum for our Trivia Series, taking place every Tuesday in March 2025. Each week, we present you with rotating themes that will challenge your knowledge. Past themes include Geography, Famous Faces, Movies, Pop-Culture and more! Each round will have one question about Crested Butte […]

    $10 – $40
  • 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 Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]

    $20 – $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
  • I Love You Because

    Mallardi Cabaret Theatre 403 2nd Street, 2nd Floor, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    A modern twist on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, set in New York City. A young, uptight greeting card writer's life is changed when he meets a flighty photographer. Together they learn to love each other not despite their faults, but because of them.

    $25
  • 2025 Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour

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

    Crested Butte Search and Rescue Team invites you to join us for the 31st showing of the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour Friday, March 21 and Saturday, March 22 7-10pm at the Crested Butte Center for the Arts. Each night's showing will present a different selection of films ranging from outdoor adventure to […]

    $25
  • 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, March 22 for Super Saturday Storytime. March's theme is T-Rex T-Party! Free & open to the public.

    free
  • Jewelry Series: Strung Necklaces with Gemstones

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

    Join Anette Akelson for a fun and creative jewelry-making class perfect for youth and families! In this hands-on session, you'll learn how to design and string a beautiful necklace using gemstones. Anette will guide you through selecting stones, arranging them, and stringing them to create a unique piece that you can take home and cherish. […]

    $46.75 – $55
  • I Love You Because

    Mallardi Cabaret Theatre 403 2nd Street, 2nd Floor, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    A modern twist on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, set in New York City. A young, uptight greeting card writer's life is changed when he meets a flighty photographer. Together they learn to love each other not despite their faults, but because of them.

    $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