Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

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.

  • Jim Davidson @ billy barr

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

    Set Break from 7-8pm

    Free
  • Resistance Fair!

    Rumors and Townie Books 414 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join Townie Books and Stix & Stones for a Resistance Fair! We'll be knitting "Melt the Ice" Hats, sharing resistance books recommendation, collaborating, commiserating, and taking action! Proceeds from finished […]

    Free
  • Tyler Hansen @ billy barr

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

    Set Break from 7-8pm

    Free
  • Winter Blast

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    Join Gunnison Trails for our annual Winter Blast fundraiser - celebrating community, longer days and our shared love for trails and public lands. Held at the Western University Center ballroom, […]

    $35
  • Bill Dowell @ billy barr

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

    Set Break from 7-8pm

    Free

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