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.
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Join us from 1:30-2:15 pm at the Crested Butte Library on Sunday, July 27 for Kids Bilingual Adventure Yoga! Practice kid-friendly yoga, mindfulness, breathing, stories, and songs on a yoga adventure in English and Spanish. Bring your own yoga mat or borrow one from us. Recommended for ages 4 - 10; all ages and families […]
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Meet the Galentines- an all girl indie rock band from Boulder CO. Their music celebrates the complexity of womanhood, capturing all of its challenges and triumphs (medium) while breaking the barriers that define the female experience.
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For Mihali, music behaves much like a living being. It grows, it matures, and it changes with a sentient consciousness and with whims of its own. And just like music, the Vermont-based singer, songwriter, guitarist, and co-founder of rock outfit Twiddle continues to evolve, using his gift as one of the strongest modern-day songwriters, guitarists […]
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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. […]
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Join Elizabeth Bond and Friends for an unusual combination of classical and contemporary music in the open-air courtyard.
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Volunteer your time and talent for trail work and sustainability. Food, drinks and a raffle will culminate the event.
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The Music on the Mountain series returns! Sons of Habit will take the stage on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Join us at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area for free live music. Sam Heart will open at 5:30 pm. All live series openers are provided in partnership with the […]
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The Music on the Mountain series returns! Sons of Habit will take the stage on Wednesday, July 30, 2025. Join us at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area for free live music. Sam Heart will open at 5:30 pm. All live series openers are provided in partnership with the […]
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Celebrate small business and mountain lifestyle living with Treads 'n' Threads and Kuhl. Free food, music, and drinks. Stop by Treads 'n' Threads from 3:30-5:30 pm to pick up your meal/drink tickets. Music by Alternative People.
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Please join us at the Gunnison Library at 5pm on Thursday, July 31 for "Art as Resistance" an illustration workshop with artist Ellie Fortune. Learn how to cultivate creativity, empower the self, and connect through art making. Includes drawing tips and techniques. Materials provided. Open to all skill levels-teens & adults welcome! You can learn […]
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Join us at 3:30 pm at the Majestic Theater in Crested Butte on Friday, August 1 for a FREE showing of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. This screening is a celebration of the Six Points Book Club, who recently read the epic first book of the Harry Potter series. Costumes encouraged! 2001 | Rated […]
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The museum is excited to bring back live music in the garden on Fridays in August from 5pm to 7pm. Libations & snacks will be available for purchase. This is a free live music series brought to you by generous sponsors, Bill Peatross & the Gunnison Valley Music Association. Scheduled Artists: Friday, August 1st- Billy […]
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Join us for the town of Mt. Crested Butte's 50th Annual Town Picnic! This is a family-friendly picnic for all residents of Mt. Crested Butte. Come out for a good time and meet your neighbors! Please bring a side dish that feeds eight people, and Mt. CB will supply the rest! An RSVP is required […]
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The 53rd Annual, Crested Butte Arts Festival will return to historic Elk Avenue, August 1st-3rd, 2025. 150 juried fine artist will exhibit in addition to live entertainment, art auction, food vendors and complimentary kids crafting tent throughout the weekend.
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Come peruse and shop a colorful collection of vintage and upcycled clothing, vintage accessories and homewares, and curiosities from eras past! |
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Sundays are better with clay! Find Abra Karbin Ceramics at the Crested Butte Art Market* every Sunday from 9am-2pm (rain or shine) alongside the Farmers Market. Come for the veggies, stay for the mugs, rainbows, and magic! I'll be at the market the following Sundays: August 3rd August 17th September 7th September 14th *Crested Butte […]
Free to Attend!
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The 53rd Annual, Crested Butte Arts Festival will return to historic Elk Avenue, August 1st-3rd, 2025. 150 juried fine artist will exhibit in addition to live entertainment, art auction, food vendors and a complimentary kids crafting tent throughout the festival weekend.
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Stovetop Gemini is a high-energy, four-piece band from Denver fusing alternative and hard rock with heavy grooves, intricate guitar work, and soaring vocals for a raw, cosmic rock 'n' roll experience.
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Calling all caregivers of little ones, bring yourself and your mini crew over to the museum on Monday May 5th from 10am-11am for a free casual, unstructured play hour with other parents and their tots before regular business hours. Geared towards kids age five and younger, but all are welcome. Be sure to bring quarters […]
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Calling all caregivers of little ones, bring yourself and your mini crew over to the museum on Monday May 5th from 10am-11am for a free casual, unstructured play hour with other parents and their tots before regular business hours. Geared towards kids age five and younger, but all are welcome. Be sure to bring quarters […]
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Formed through a college music club in February 2022, The Galentines is an all-girl indie punk rock band from Boulder, now bringing their dynamic sound to Alpenglow. Led by vocalist Codi Jantsch with Emily Zane on bass, and Crested Butte locals Essie and Linda Horne on drums and lead guitar, they blend punk, indie, and […] |
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Boyd Meets Girl pairs Australian classical guitarist Rupert Boyd with American cellist Laura Metcalf. The duo has toured the world sharing their eclectic mix of music from Debussy and Bach to Radiohead and BeyoncŽ. Crested Butte residents may recognize Laura from her time with the Crested Butte Music Festival.
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The Music on the Mountain series returns! North Mississippi Allstars will take the stage on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Join us at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area for free live music. FIG will open at 5:30 pm. All live series openers are provided in partnership with the Gunnison […]
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The Music on the Mountain series returns! North Mississippi Allstars will take the stage on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. Join us at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area for free live music. FIG will open at 5:30 pm. All live series openers are provided in partnership with the Gunnison […]
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4 events,
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The museum is excited to bring back live music in the garden on Fridays in August from 5pm to 7pm. Libations & snacks will be available for purchase. This is a free live music series brought to you by generous sponsors, Bill Peatross & the Gunnison Valley Music Association. Scheduled Artists: Friday, August 1st- Billy […]
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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. […]
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Please join us at the Gunnison Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, August 9 for a super special, Super Saturday Storytime. After story time, musician Lizzy Plotkin will lead families in a songwriting excursion inspired by nature. Families will be able to explore different instruments and contribute to an original composition. This event is free […]
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Join us for great food, live music, children's activities, and more. Competition judging punch cards and competing free bites will be first-come-first-serve and are limited-we recommend arriving early if you want to be a judge!
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Please join us at the Gunnison Library on Saturday, August 9 at 2 pm for a special, free matinee performance by Chaski Quartet. Described in the Gunnison Country Times as making "music for human connection", Chaski Quartet returns to the Gunnison County Library to perform the music of Dvorak, Haydn, Greenstein, and Coleridge-Taylor as part […]
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Quarter Mile Mule is a rootsy trio made up of singer-songwriter Chris Coady, guitarist and singer Kevin Doherty, and bassist Brian Camp. With deep ties to the Gunnison Valley and years of playing together, they create heartfelt, uplifting music inspired by place, community, and connection.
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For the final Alpenglow show of the summer, prepare yourself for an electrifying performance from Chicago-based funk phenomenon Hot Like Mars. Merging soul, funk, and high-energy dance rhythms, Hot Like Mars crafts an unforgettable experience filled with musical excellence and irresistible grooves. Imagine the soulful spirit of Motown and gospel fused with psychedelic jam-band energy-that's […]
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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. […]
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Free summer skate night! Roller skates and blades provided. Come skate from 5-7pm at Big Mine Ice Rink. Bring your own helmet.
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Enjoy an evening of chamber music and classical favorites performed by a talented ensemble in the courtyard-intimate, timeless, and perfect for a summer night.
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Free summer skate night! Roller skates and blades provided. Come skate from 5-7pm at Jorgensen Ice Rink. Bring your own helmet.
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The Music on the Mountain series returns! King Stingray will take the stage on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Join us at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area for free live music. Jenn Fortin will open at 5:30 pm. All live series openers are provided in partnership with the Gunnison […]
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Come support young musicians as they perform live on stage at Western's Quigley band shell! WANNA PERFORM? K-12 students can register by Aug 9th at [email protected]. Emcee'd by Lizzy Plotkins and headlined by local band The Expanding Minds, this is sure to be a meaningful evening full of fun and entertainment. Bring your own picnic, […]
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2 events,
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The museum is excited to bring back live music in the garden on Fridays in August from 5pm to 7pm. Libations & snacks will be available for purchase. This is a free live music series brought to you by generous sponsors, Bill Peatross & the Gunnison Valley Music Association. Scheduled Artists: Friday, August 1st- Billy […]
FREE
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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
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Arts and Crafts Festival that runs in conjunction with the Gunnison Car Show. Local and regional vendors with hand crafted items for sale - jewelry, pottery, macrame, pet leashes and collars, honey, wood crafts, fly rods, wine jelly, garden art, home decor, lotions and potions, tee shirts, candles, crochet and sewn items, and more.
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Join the Crested Butte Land Trust for an excursion on conserved lands in Spanish! Contact Jess Forbes via WhatsApp (802-922-6691) or [email protected] with questions and to RSVP. More details soon!
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Join the Gunnison Country Chamber of Commerce for Mid-Week on Main August 20 5:30-7pm in IOOF Park at Main Street and Virginia for free music with 9 Mile Mule sponsored by Alpha Mechanical, The Clarke Agency and Tango Boutique. Sound assistance provided by the IBar Ranch. See you in the park!
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Sundays are better with clay! Find Abra Karbin Ceramics at the Crested Butte Art Market* every Sunday from 9am-2pm (rain or shine) alongside the Farmers Market. Come for the veggies, stay for the mugs, rainbows, and magic! I'll be at the market the following Sundays: August 17th September 7th September 14th *Crested Butte Art Market […]
Free to Attend!
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Touring as a family trio, weaves rootsy Americana, folk and rock & roll into a tapestry of tight harmonies and heartfelt sound. Their music stirs the soul with raw beauty, grit and a spirit that dances between light and shadow.
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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. […]
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Highlife plays Mountain Groove Music, Local Funky Jazz to boogie down to
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On August 21st, we're bringing the Artlaw spirit to life with a pop-up event-an unapologetic showcase of work that's gritty, vibrant, and true to the artist's voice, giving our community a place to connect, create, and push boundaries together.
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Come have a beer on us celebrating creativity at the very first Third Thursday Monthly Art Pop up, hosted by The Artlaws of the Southwest! Every month will look a little different as we will have rotating artists showcasing their crafts but live music, food and great art will always be a guarantee. Free to […]
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Free movie night at the Majestic. Come watch Ferris Bueller's Day Off.
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The museum is excited to bring back live music in the garden on Fridays in August from 5pm to 7pm. Libations & snacks will be available for purchase. This is a free live music series brought to you by generous sponsors, Bill Peatross & the Gunnison Valley Music Association. Scheduled Artists: Friday, August 1st- Billy […]
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Free showing of the 5 Point Film Festival: On Tour reel at the Gunnison Public Library. Family friendly! 7 short film from the yearly festival in Carbondale, CO
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Please join us at 6pm at the Gunnison Library on Friday, August 22 for an on-the-road film festival from the Five Point Film Fest. The 5Point Adventure Film Festival is a four-day event that celebrates stories of adventure, with a focus on positive social and environmental change. It's held annually in Carbondale, Colorado, and features […]
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Celebrate local creativity at the Sunni Gunni Art Market, a lively pop-up hosted by the Gunnison Arts Center and curated by local artists! Enjoy drinks, live music, and shop unique art from up to 20 makers-paintings, ceramics, prints, jewelry, and more. Expect good vibes, hand-poke tattoos, and one-of-a-kind finds! 
This August, Firebird Theatre is proud to be able to present our next Shakespeare in the Park production: A Midsummer Night's Dream. Shakespeare's Athenian pastoral comedy about fairies, donkeys, and rude mechanicals is considered one of the Bard's greatest works. This production is directed by Tristan Buss and will include the use of mask-work inspired […]
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This August, Firebird Theatre is proud to be able to present our next Shakespeare in the Park production: A Midsummer Night's Dream. Shakespeare's Athenian pastoral comedy about fairies, donkeys, and rude mechanicals is considered one of the Bard's greatest works. This production is directed by Tristan Buss and will include the use of mask-work inspired […]
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Colorado Grandeur brings together the Plein Air Painters of America for their largest exhibition and sale in years, showcasing an estimated 150 breathtaking paintings inspired by the landscapes of Colorado. Hosted by the Shaun Horne Gallery, this extraordinary collection celebrates the artistry of painting outdoors, capturing the beauty, light, and spirit of the American West. […]
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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. […]
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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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Rachel VanSlyke performs live on the Three Rivers Smokehouse patio at Three Rivers Resort in Almont. Enjoy delicious BBQ while listening to some great live music!
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The museum is excited to bring back live music in the garden on Fridays in August from 5pm to 7pm. Libations & snacks will be available for purchase. This is a free live music series brought to you by generous sponsors, Bill Peatross & the Gunnison Valley Music Association. Scheduled Artists: Friday, August 1st- Billy […]
FREE
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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. […]
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I'm bringing the full rainbow to the Paragon People's Fair in Crested Butte this Labor Day Weekend, August 31-September 1. Come find me among the mountains, the artists, the wildly good food smells, and the swirling late-summer vibes. I'll be selling handmade ceramics that are equal parts colorful, functional, and functional. Whether you're hunting for […]
Free to Attend
This August, Firebird Theatre is proud to be able to present our next Shakespeare in the Park production: A Midsummer Night's Dream. Shakespeare's Athenian pastoral comedy about fairies, donkeys, and rude mechanicals is considered one of the Bard's greatest works. This production is directed by Tristan Buss and will include the use of mask-work inspired […]
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I'm bringing the full rainbow to the Paragon People's Fair in Crested Butte this Labor Day Weekend, August 31-September 1. Come find me among the mountains, the artists, the wildly good food smells, and the swirling late-summer vibes. I'll be selling handmade ceramics that are equal parts colorful, functional, and functional. Whether you're hunting for […]
Free to Attend
This August, Firebird Theatre is proud to be able to present our next Shakespeare in the Park production: A Midsummer Night's Dream. Shakespeare's Athenian pastoral comedy about fairies, donkeys, and rude mechanicals is considered one of the Bard's greatest works. This production is directed by Tristan Buss and will include the use of mask-work inspired […]
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Calling all caregivers of little ones, bring yourself and your mini crew over to the museum on select Monday mornings for a free casual, unstructured play hour with other parents and their tots before regular business hours. Geared towards kids age five and younger, but all are welcome. Be sure to bring quarters for the […]
Free
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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. […]
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Volunteer your time and talent for trail work and sustainability. Food, drinks and a raffle will culminate the event.
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Floyd Bauler is a crowd favorite performing on the Three Rivers Smokehouse patio at Three Rivers Resort in Almont. Enjoy delicious BBQ while listening to some great live music!
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Decked Out Punk Fest (9/5) & Skateboard Art Fundraiser (9/5 - 9/27) FREE! This September, the GAC brings skate culture to the gallery walls with Decked Out, a fundraiser exhibition of custom skateboard decks created by local skaters and artists. Proceeds benefit the GAC's mission to connect and inspire through the arts. Join us for […]
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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. […]
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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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