Community Read: American Eclipse
Join us for a literary adventure and community conversation! This Community Read will culminate during the Crested Butte Center for the ArtsÕ Mountain Words Festival with a free author talk […]
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.
Join us for a literary adventure and community conversation! This Community Read will culminate during the Crested Butte Center for the ArtsÕ Mountain Words Festival with a free author talk […]
Local art, artisan food, live music and Hartman Castle Tours to correspond with the Saturday of the Gunnison Growler bike race.
Celebrate Preservation Month with a free public talk about the nineteenth-century "early days" of the Gunnison Country with photographs from the personal collection of esteemed historian Dr. Duane Vandenbusche. The […]
Join the Crested Butte Museum and Hartman Castle Preservation for a celebration of our local historic places and their continued preservation! Learn about the effort to save the Hartman Castle […]
In preparation for the Speed Puzzle Competition on June 19 + 20, join us for a playful, fast-paced evening of puzzles, friendly competition, and community connection. Whether youÕre a seasoned […]
free live instrumental jazz music
Bring out your whole family for a day of fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories. Kids will get a FREE fishing pole, there will be plenty of complimentary food to keep […]
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, May 30 for Super Saturday Storytime and a Summer Reading Program Kick-off Celebration! May's theme is Listen to the […]
Put your thinking caps on and join us for a lively night of trivia fun for locals and visitors of all ages! Trivia is FREE TO PLAY, with a cash […]
Come hear about CBMBA events and projects for the upcoming summer and enjoy pizza, drinks, socializing and a look at the new CBMBA merchandise!
Help shape a new trail connecting Caves to Lower Cement and enjoy a BBQ and prizes at the end of the day.
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 2 pm on Saturday, June 6 for an entertaining and immersive West African Kora experience! We'll learn how this impressive instrument is built, […]
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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