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.

  • Gravel Adventure Field Guide Launch Party

    Goodday Bikeworks 560 W Highway 50 Suite B, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Calling all gravel bikers! Join us for a celebration of the new Gunnison Valley edition of the Gravel Adventure Field Guide on Saturday, June 13. Two group rides head out […]

    Free
  • Gunnison Valley Pride Picnic

    Legion Park Gunnison, CO, United States

    5th Annual Gunnison Valley Pride Picnic - ALL are welcome - Family friendly - Free - Substance free - Games, activities and competitions - Free food - Local organizations and […]

    Free
  • Fathers Day Backyard BBQ Bash

    Legion Park Gunnison, CO, United States

    Backyard BBQ Bash - Father's Day Celebration! Join us June 13th, at 8 pm at Legion Park for the ultimate Father's Day party. Enjoy yard games, a bouncy house, great […]

  • Alpenglow: Floodgate Operators

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

    Crested Butte, CO based Floodgate Operators know a thing or two about getting the party started. Founded in 2018, Floodgate Operators have grown from a dive bar bluegrass act to […]

    Free
  • Chaski Quartet

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

    Please join us at the Gunnison Library on Tuesday, June 16 at 6 pm for a special, free performance by Chaski Quartet. Described in the Gunnison Country Times as making […]

    free
  • MTCB Yoga In The Garden

    Mountain Wedding Garden 911 Gothic Rd, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    The Town of Mt. Crested Butte in partnership with the Crested Butte Community Yoga Co-op is excited to announce another summer of Yoga at the Garden! Join us every Wednesday […]

    FREE
  • Pint-Sized Polkas

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

    Join us at 4 pm at the Gunnison Library on Friday, June 19 for some good old fashioned fun with musical group, Pint Sized Polka. Let's sing and dance together […]

    free
  • Alpenglow: Bella Rayne

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

    At just 18, Bella Rayne is a self-taught guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter whose sound is quickly turning heads across the country. Born in the mountains of North Carolina and raised […]

    Free
  • Summer Classics in the Courtyard: The Devil’s Horn

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

    Join Madeline and Matt Shugert for an evening exploring the many voices of the saxophone, one of music's most versatile and historically polarizing instruments. Though often associated with jazz, the […]

    Free
  • New Orleans Suspects

    The Live from Mt. Crested Butte (presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association) series returns! New Orleans Suspects will take the stage on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. […]

    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