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.
Calendar of Events
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Macbeth
Macbeth
Join us at the Crested Butte Depot August 24th, 25th, 31st, and Sept. 1st for a spectacle like you've never seen! Firebird's Macbeth will make use of animated projections, a fantastic set painted by local artists, lavish costumes and makeup, and yes, even swords that light up. Best of all, this production is absolutely FREE […]
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CBMBA Wednesday Workday
CBMBA Wednesday Workday
Sponsored by KBUT Food Sponsored by Lively Life Location TBD Check CBMBA instagram/facebook for details!
Gunnison Music Cruise
Gunnison Music Cruise
The final music cruise of 2024 will feature The Expanding Minds Jazz Influence and Western's Steel Drum Band. Brought to you by Western Colorado Unviversity, the cruise will start on campus at 5:30, circle the university, and then finish at IOOF Park for a set by Western's Steel Drum band starting at around 7:00 p.m. […]
Mid-Week on Main Street
Mid-Week on Main Street
Join for this FREE Music Series once a month in the IOOF Park in Gunnison - Main Street & Virginia Avenue. 5:30 pm start. Picnic in the park, relax and enjoy community gathering. Log Dawg Hot Dog Cart on hand for food service. 1880 Tapas & Spirits open for dinner or pick up your favorite […]
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Paint Drop-off Event
Paint Drop-off Event
Now's your chance to recycle your leftover house paint, stain, and varnish! Households may bring most types of paint, stain, and varnish in any amount. Paint must be in sealed container with original manufacturer label. We cannot accept aerosol coatings, solvents, and other hazardous waste. To use PaintCare drop-off sites and events for oil-based products, […]
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Ribbon for the Cy Baird Gallery at GAC
Ribbon for the Cy Baird Gallery at GAC
Please join the Gunnison Chamber in celebrating a piece of the Gunnison Arts Center renovation with the opening of the Cy Baird Gallery at the GAC. 5:30 we will cut the ribbon and officially open the new gallery space. This is happening during the Gunnison First Friday Art Walk. Come for the opening and enjoy […]
Geocaching in the Gunnison Valley
Geocaching in the Gunnison Valley
Join us at 6pm at Gunnison Library on Friday, September 6 for a geocaching presentation with Camren Hovey. GEOCACHING is an outdoor recreational activity, in which participants use a GPS receiver or mobile device to hide and seek containers, called geocaches, at specific locations marked by coordinates all over the world. Join us for a […]
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Scarp’s Ridge Trail Run
Scarp’s Ridge Trail Run
From the Old Irwin Lodge, follow the Ridge Trail #70 for about 0.1 mile to the intersection with the Scarp Trail #421. Veer Right and climb up Scarp Trail #421 to the ridge. Look for a game / ridge trail on your right and proceed along the ridge to the summit of Mt. Emmons (Red […]
Spanish-Language Field Trip
Spanish-Language Field Trip
With local outdoor enthusiast, Molly Murfee, leading the way, we'll explore our conserved lands in Spanish on this inclusive outing. Yamel Aguirre with the County's Juvenile Services Department and City Councilperson Marisela Ballesteros will also be along for the adventure as we stroll along the Lower Loop's wide path and enjoy a picnic lunch on […]
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Community Design Charrette
Community Design Charrette
What does Crested Butte's future look and feel like to you? As part of the Town of Crested Butte Community Plan, join this interactive in-person workshop sketch the alternative futures, or build outs, for Crested Butte. Please share your ideas on the future look and feel of Crested Butte, such as: where could more affordable […]
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9/11 procession
9/11 procession
CBFPD will stage at the 4 way parking lot with apparatus and at 8:35am. Member of the community and visitors are welcome to join CBFPD members while they proceed up to 3rd and Elk for a 9/11 ceremony and moment of silence. After the procession, CBFPD members and apparatus will head to st 1 (306 […]
Wednesday Night Meditation and Dharma Talk
Wednesday Night Meditation and Dharma Talk
The Way of Compassion Dharma Center is located in Carbondale, Colorado. The sister Dharma center is the Here and Now Center in Gunnison, CO. We also serve a virtual sangha of distributed practitioners across the nation. We are a Rime (non-sectarian) Buddhist center dedicated to the cultivation of wisdom and compassion through the study of […]
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North Valley Pop up Pantry
North Valley Pop up Pantry
North Valley Pop-up Pantry Information Join us the second and fourth Thursday, July-December for the North Valley Pop-up Pantry. The locations will be the Mt. CB Transit Center and Oh Be Joyful Church. Please come visit the Pop-up Pantry for fresh and local produce, meat, dairy products, and pantry staples. Mt. CB Transit Center Dates […]
Gallery Reception: Lauren + Richard Eisen
Gallery Reception: Lauren + Richard Eisen
As the leaves in Crested Butte decay around us, Lauren and Richard Eisen bring the natural forces of nature to the walls of the KPG. Richard Eisen, a photographer, uses a photographic image construction that represents the rebirth from decay; a chance to redirect from the object's identity to the possibility that what we are […]
Gunnison Valley Climate March
Gunnison Valley Climate March
March from the Plrate Park to Anthracite Spirits. Show Crested Butte that we want to do everything we can to curb climate change. Then join everyone for music, speakers and camaraderie.
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Gunnison Jerky Company Ribbon Cutting
Gunnison Jerky Company Ribbon Cutting
Join the Gunnison Chamber in officially greeting Gunnison Jerky Company at 235 North Main Street, Gunnison celebrating their Grand Opening - with a ribbon cutting. Noon on Friday, September 13th. See you there!
CB Punk Fest
CB Punk Fest
Friday September 13th the 1st Annual CB Punk Fest will be @talkofthetown__bar there will be 5 bands @in_the_whale @king_rat_denver @allwaffletrick @prairiedawgabq @mozendvt playing for you all! There will also be a DJ spinning downstairs so bring your EDM partner! I made a Spotify playlist CB punk fest 9/13/24 so give the bands a listen before […]
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6th Annual Trek for Life Memorial Hike
6th Annual Trek for Life Memorial Hike
The 6th Annual Trek for Life Memorial Hike over West Maroon Pass will be held on Saturday, September 16, 2023 during Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month when we celebrate and remember the lives of those no longer with us. This one day hike is designed to raise awareness about and reduce the stigma associated with […]
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Crested Butte Film Festival
IT'S FILM FESTIVAL TIME! Check out this seasons films, panels, and parties at our website. We're starting Wednesday Sept 18th with a showcase of local short films followed by a Colorado Premiere, CHAMPIONS OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY, a moving film about young villagers in the high peaks of Afghanistan, from rival ethnic groups build makeshift […]
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Crested Butte Film Festival
Crested Butte Film Festival
IT'S FILM FESTIVAL TIME! Check out this seasons films, panels, and parties at our website. We're starting Wednesday Sept 18th with a showcase of local short films followed by a Colorado Premiere, CHAMPIONS OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY, a moving film about young villagers in the high peaks of Afghanistan, from rival ethnic groups build makeshift […]
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Crested Butte Film Festival
Crested Butte Film Festival
IT'S FILM FESTIVAL TIME! Check out this seasons films, panels, and parties at our website. We're starting Wednesday Sept 18th with a showcase of local short films followed by a Colorado Premiere, CHAMPIONS OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY, a moving film about young villagers in the high peaks of Afghanistan, from rival ethnic groups build makeshift […]
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Crested Butte Film Festival
Crested Butte Film Festival
IT'S FILM FESTIVAL TIME! Check out this seasons films, panels, and parties at our website. We're starting Wednesday Sept 18th with a showcase of local short films followed by a Colorado Premiere, CHAMPIONS OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY, a moving film about young villagers in the high peaks of Afghanistan, from rival ethnic groups build makeshift […]
Improv Workshop
Improv Workshop
Discover the joy of improvisation with our series of engaging workshops over the next four months! No experience is necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and creativity. Unleash your imagination, build confidence, and have fun! This is a great way to hang out with the theatre community in the valley. Come play with Subject to Change!
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Diversity Walk
Diversity Walk
Participate in a Diversity Walk from the Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley to Jorgensen Park.
Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Join your community for the Hispanic Heritage Celebration to support the diversity within our Valley. Music! Food! Fun! Beer Garden! Fun for everyone!
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Wednesday Night Meditation and Dharma Talk
Wednesday Night Meditation and Dharma Talk
The Way of Compassion Dharma Center is located in Carbondale, Colorado. The sister Dharma center is the Here and Now Center in Gunnison, CO. We also serve a virtual sangha of distributed practitioners across the nation. We are a Rime (non-sectarian) Buddhist center dedicated to the cultivation of wisdom and compassion through the study of […]
Peanut Lake / Lower Loop Run
Peanut Lake / Lower Loop Run
From 3rd & Maroon @ Totem Pole Park, Run with the High School Cross Country team out Peanut Lake Road and back on Lower Loop Trail. Donations go to the Titan Booster Club supporting High School sports. Distance is 4 or 6 miles on single track trails, dirt roads and paved roads. Meet at Totem […]
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North Valley Pop up Pantry
North Valley Pop up Pantry
North Valley Pop-up Pantry Information Join us the second and fourth Thursday, July-December for the North Valley Pop-up Pantry. The locations will be the Mt. CB Transit Center and Oh Be Joyful Church. Please come visit the Pop-up Pantry for fresh and local produce, meat, dairy products, and pantry staples. Mt. CB Transit Center Dates […]
Barrel Top Talks – Crested Butte Land Trust
Barrel Top Talks – Crested Butte Land Trust
Do you want to know more about water, land, agriculture and recreation in the Gunnison Valley? Are there ways to leverage water to improve our life, land and livelihood? Get into the conversation and learn more about what your neighbors are up to in the valley. Join the Crested Butte Land Trust as they take […]
LOTERIA!
LOTERIA!
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 6 pm on Thursday, September 26 for a fun game of Loteria to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with your neighbors. There will be prizes and food! Celebraremos el mes de la herencia hispana con una noche de Loteria con todo la comunidad. !Habra premios […]
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Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest
An outdoor community celebration with complimentary German fare prepared by Mario's, draft beer from High Alpine Brewery (bring your ID for two free drink tickets for 21+ attendees), authentic polka tunes by The Pete Dunda Band
Julian Young & Jeremy Wegner live at Zuni West
Julian Young & Jeremy Wegner live at Zuni West
With a passion for music that transcends genres, Julian's impressive abilities on the piano, organ, and guitar, along with his soulful vocals, have captivated audiences and won him a devoted following. Drawing inspiration from a diverse group of artists, such as the organ virtuoso Joey DeFrancesco, Grateful Dead's legendary guitarist Jerry Garcia, Snarky Puppy's mastermind […]
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Garlic Mike’s River Bar Season Finale
Garlic Mike’s River Bar Season Finale
The River Bar at Garlic Mike's hosts a season finale after-hours costume dance party on Saturday, September 28th, for ages 21+. Dress in your favorite musical era, solo artist, or band attire and dance to the tunes of DJ Skyler and Gunnison Valley Entertainment. Come early for dinner or just to party! No cover charge. […]
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Processing Wild Game Meat workshop
Processing Wild Game Meat workshop
Learn techniques in cutting and breaking down a field dressed animal into different cuts of meat. Also learn how to make hamburger as well as packaging meat for safe storage and usage.
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BINGO
BINGO
Join us for a fun night of BINGO at Montanya Distillers! 6-8pm, Happy Hour all evening! No purchase necessary. Email RenŽ[email protected] to book a table.
GHS Soccer Homecoming Game
GHS Soccer Homecoming Game
The GHS soccer team is hosting Crested Butte for homecoming. Concessions, raffle prizes, merchandise, etc will be at the game.
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Annual Potluck
Annual Potluck
It's almost that time of year again; we've set the date for the Annual Potluck. Join us Thursday, October 3rd at The Nordic Center at 5 p.m. Let's kick winter off right with shared food, good friends, correct or incorrect snow predictions, and intense wax debates.
Author Talk:
Author Talk:
Join us on Thursday, October 3 at 6 pm at the Crested Butte Library for an evening with writer and Gunnison native, Judy Fairchild. Judy will discuss her book The Old Eve Tree. About the book: During the summer of 1952, in Siloam Springs, Arkansas, seven-year-old Tilly Harris begins to see her world differently. This […]
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Red Lady Celebration
Red Lady Celebration
The community is invited to celebrate the successful conclusion of the fight to Save Red Lady after 47 years! On Elk Avenue, there will be dancing in the street to Floodgate Operators on Friday, October 4th, from 5pm till dark. Commemorative T-shirts too. Red attire is encouraged for this monumental, historic occasion!
Friday Night Magic
Friday Night Magic
Every Friday Storyweaver Games invites Magic: The Gathering players to come and play at our tables. Friday's are generally players choice which is usually Commander. Some Friday's we host special events like pre-releases and drafts. This are friendly games where everyone of any skill level is welcome. So bring your commander decks and be ready […]
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MTCB Fall Festival
MTCB Fall Festival
Join us for a free fun-filled afternoon featuring live music by Mama Lingua, pumpkin patch and children's activities by Trailhead, cookie decorating, a live charcuterie display, free drinks, and more! Food trucks will be on-site serving up delicious lunches as well!
Jeny and the Bets
Jeny and the Bets
Opening the 3rd annual Oktoberfest at Zuni West Brewing. Tasty melodies, raw lyrics, and a frontwoman who commands the stage. Jeny and the Bets bring big energy, presenting a gritty & ethereal sonic landscape inspired by the rugged beauty of their hometown.
NEW LIBRARY SITE VISIT
NEW LIBRARY SITE VISIT
Join us at 1pm at the corner of Elcho Avenue and Glacier Street in Crested Butte South on Saturday, October 5 for a New Library Site Visit & CB South Subdivision Groundbreaking! Learn about the new library project and contribute your ideas!
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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