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.

  • Strand Hill @ billy barr

    billy bar at Elevation Hotel 500 Gothic Rd 2nd Level, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Set break 7-8pm

    Free
  • The Relative Minors @ billy barr

    billy bar at Elevation Hotel 500 Gothic Rd 2nd Level, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Set break 7-8pm

    Free
  • Send It: a ROMP x Center Ski Art Exhibition

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

    Ski films by Matchstick Productions 6-7pm | Gallery Reception 6:30-8:30pm Send It brings together local artists and master ski builders for a limited-edition series of custom skis that celebrate Crested Butte's creative spirit. Each artist-designed pair will be unveiled at the gallery opening, featuring a live DJ, one-of-a-kind pop-up flash tattoos by Alex Stevenson, and […]

    Free
  • Live Music: Highlife at Zuni West Brewing

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

    Highlife is a local band that has been laying their groovy pockets around the valley for the last couple of years. This show will highlight multiple originals, these compositions vary in musical styles including blues, funk, rock and jazz mixed with a few soulful covers to fill out the sets. Special guest Andrew Hadley will […]

    Free
  • Super Saturday Storytime!

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

    February 7 is Take Your Child to the Library Day! Join us at the Gunnison Library along with Asante the Service Dog at 10:30 am on Saturday, February 7 for Super Saturday Storytime. Stories and activities for the whole family. Free & open to the public.

    free
  • West African Music Experience!

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

    Saturday, February 7 is Take Your Child to the Library Day! Join us at the Gunnison Library on Saturday, February 7 from 2:30-3:30 pm for a super special, all ages cultural event. Fara Tolno will present a West African Music Experience. This event is free and open to all.

    free
  • Western Ski Weekend | Après-Ski Party

    Butte 66 10 Crested Butte Way, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Wrap up the ski day at our exciting Apres-Ski Party from 3:30 - 5:30 PM, hosted at Butte 66. Join us after a day on the slopes to relax, connect, and celebrate the Western spirit with drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and live music! Open to all alumni, students, parents/family, faculty, staff and community!

    $10
  • Pal-entines Art Workshop + Celebration

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

    Saturday, February 7th | 4:00 - 7:00 PM Celebrate friendship and creativity this Pal-entine's Day with three talented local artists! Shana Vogel will guide participants in creating sparkling resin Valentine's pieces. Sarah Sharsmith will lead a cozy session making felted hearts, and Dani Vitulli will teach participants how to craft hand-carved and printed Valentine's cards. […]

    $65
  • Jim Davidson @ billy barr

    billy bar at Elevation Hotel 500 Gothic Rd 2nd Level, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Set break 7-8pm

    Free
  • 44th Annual Attitude Adjustment Fundraiser

    Each winter the Attitude Adjustment fundraiser is one of the biggest parties in Crested Butte, a town known for its parties, and this year we're going bigger than ever - with groovy live music from The Motet and tasty bites from Burnell's Food Truck. But the fun doesn't stop there, because this party is for […]

    $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