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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.

Virtual History Series: The Gunnison Country

Online

Please join Duane Vandenbusche every Tuesday evening from 6:00pm-6:50pm beginning on January 2nd for his virtual learning series on the history of the Gunnison Country. Topics covered include Crested Butte, Gunnison, Lake City, Monarch, Railroads, Coal and Precious Metal Mining Camps, Water and the Black Canyon. All episodes will feature 20-25 historic photos of each […]

FREE

MTCB History Talk #2

Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

Andy Eflin presents an exclusive slideshow made by his father Dick Eflin, Ski Resort Founder; Scout Walton discusses the movement of MTCB's incorporation and the involvement his father, Ralph Walton played; and Ethan Mueller ends the discussion with the Mueller's movement to purchase Crested Butte Mountain Resort.

FREE

The Paradise Paradox Film Screening

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

Free to Attend! Thursday January 11th @ the Center for the Arts in CB and January 18th @ the WCU University Center Theatre Doors open at 5:30pm Film at 6:00pm Community Conversation at 7:15 Join us on December 20 for a special screening of The Paradise Paradox-groundbreaking film that explores the mental health crisis affecting […]

Free

CB Ecstatic Dance

Crested Butte Mountain Theatre 403 2nd Street, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Yoga at 10:30 and music starts at 11:30 for dance. All abilities welcome! Also, on January 27th as well, same time and place. To dance is ecstatic.

By Donation

Ani-Monday

Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Local anime expert, Jimmy Utley, brings you a classic anime film coupled with discussion! Join us at 7:30 pm on Monday night for a PG-13 anime movie, enhanced by Jimmy's knowledge and love of the genre! Ani-Monday is free and open to everyone.

free

Jack’s Karaoke Night

Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Next Friday, we've got a real jam goin down at the Majestic thanks to @gcsappyouthcoalition ! Stop by for two special free screenings of the 1996 classic Space Jam! The first showing is at 4:30 and the second is at 7:30! There is no way to reserve a seat ahead of time, so show up […]

Free

Field Trip with Crested Butte Avalanche Center

Magic Meadows Yurt 1599-501 Peanut Lake Rd, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Learn about the great work being done on your conserved lands. Ski or snowshoe to the Magic Meadows Yurt and learn hands on from CBAC staff about the work they do keeping us safe in the backcountry. You'll receive a free Nordic day pass so you can explore world class cross country skiing. Email [email protected] […]

Free

January ’24 Crafternoon

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

Join us at the Gunnison Library at 5 pm on Thursday, January 18 for January Crafternoon. For January's craft we will be making crystal suncatchers. Crafternoons are monthly maker-oriented sessions with different projects every month for teens and adults. All supplies and basic instructions are provided. Please RSVP to [email protected] Free & open to the […]

free

Winter Art Walk

Redline Gallery 429 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Leisurely stroll through the galleries of Crested Butte, experience the diverse artistic expressions of local artists and be inspired by these special ArtWalk evenings.

Ben, Kevin, and Tyler from Easy Jim

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

Ben, Kevin, and Tyler from Easy Jim perform as a trio at the billy bar at Elevation Hotel. 2 sets starting at 5pm.

Free

Student Film Night

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Join the CALL Department and Mountaineer Media for a night of student films! On Wednesday, January 24th at 6 PM at the University Center Theater there will be a screening of student work from fall 2023 production courses taught by film faculty, Morgan Raspanti and Julian Rubinstein. Admission is free. The screening will be approximately […]

FREE

Avalanche vs Capitals View Party

Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

DOORS @ 7:00 PM | GAME @ 7:30 PM Come cheer on the Avalanche live on the big screen!

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

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