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.
Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.
Please join us at the Gunnison Library on Tuesday, June 16 at 6 pm for a special, free performance by Chaski Quartet. Described in the Gunnison Country Times as making "music for human connection," Chaski Quartet returns to Colorado and New Mexico this summer for 8 performances, including 5 performances within Colorado Department of Corrections […]
Good fences make good neighbors...right? From the outrageous mind of playwright Karen Zacarias (Destiny of Desire) comes this hot new comedy about the clash of class and culture that pushes well-meaning neighbors over the edge. Tania, a very pregnant Ph.D. candidate, and Pablo, her rising attorney husband, move next door to Virginia and Frank, a […]
Join us for an unforgettable Trivia Night at the Montanya Tasting Room, hosted by the high-energy team at Quiz Quiz Bang Bang. Each event features a fun, rotating theme - from pop culture to mountain-town lore - paired with Montanya's signature cocktails and warm, lively vibes. Gather your team, claim your table, and get ready […]
Hey all! We are a collective of artists in Gunnison County redefining what it means to create in community. Come have a blast with us at our Third Thursday Art Pop Up! There will be a wide variety of local artists and live musicians, including some that will be hosting interactive booths such as printmaking, […]
Join the Crested Butte Land Trust at the Majestic Theater for a screening of The American Southwest. This film is a wild and unforgettable journey down the mighty Colorado River. Produced by Fin and Fur Films, you won't want to miss this special screening.
Join us at 4 pm at the Gunnison Library on Friday, June 19 for some good old fashioned fun with musical group, Pint Sized Polka. Let's sing and dance together and enjoy Wisconsin Schneider & the Magic of Music! This event is free and open to music lovers of all ages.
Spend a summer evening in our courtyard creating functional and decorative ceramics-explore hand- building through mugs, berry bowls, wall pieces, and planters in these relaxed, skill-building workshops. Cost Per Each Workshop: Member $42 | Non-Member $50
Get your bike out and join the Crested Butte Land Trust and the Crested Butte Mountain Bike Association for a ride on Lupine 1 and 2! Learn about the history of the trails and the collaboration that brought them to life from CBMBA's own Dave Ochs. Limited space please RSVP to this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1_vdA30A7oPcQefjBgmQS6cWYXlpSQ9zljujS1ZxOR7s/edit to […]
Sunni Gunni ~Local Art Markets Saturdays - 10:00 - 2:00 PM | June 20th, July 18th, + September 26th Celebrate local creativity at the Sunni Gunni Art Market, a vibrant pop-up hosted by the Gunnison Arts Center and curated by local artists! Browse a dynamic mix of work from up to 20 talented makers-including paintings, […]
On June 19 and 20, 2026, Crested Butte will be hosting its first-ever speed puzzling competition at the Center for the Arts Crested Butte. Speed puzzling is a fast-growing competitive sport where competitors race to assemble a jigsaw puzzle the quickest. June 19 will have a tournament of Jigsaw Puzzle Chess (a quick one-on-one race), […]
At just 18, Bella Rayne is a self-taught guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter whose sound is quickly turning heads across the country. Born in the mountains of North Carolina and raised along the rugged coast of Mendocino, California, she blends rock and Americana with the improvisational spirit of the jam-band tradition, creating a sound that feels […]
Join Madeline and Matt Shugert for an evening exploring the many voices of the saxophone, one of music's most versatile and historically polarizing instruments. Though often associated with jazz, the saxophone has a rich place in classical music and traditions around the world. Through a program spanning Baroque transcriptions, French Impressionist works, and classic and […]
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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