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.

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    Duke and DeFeo: The Long Road of Two Painters

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

    Patrick Duke and Johnny DeFeo met while studying Art at Western State in 2005 and became fast friends. From there they studied together in Florence, Italy, and in the 20 […]

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  • Arias Concert

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    Join incredible students and faculty of the Metropolitan Opera and renown orchestral players for an evening of music and song. An aria is a self-contained solo vocal piece with instrumental […]

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  • Youth Arts Performance

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    Join local youth performing songs, theater, music and more for an evening celebrating the arts. This event is FREE and located in Kincaid Concert Hall in the Quigley music building […]

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    Sunni Gunni ~Local Art Market

    Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Sunni Gunni ~Local Art Markets Saturdays - 10:00 - 2:00 PM | July 18th, + September 26th Celebrate local creativity at the Sunni Gunni Art Market, a vibrant pop-up hosted […]

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    Sugarbush @ Butte 66

    Butte 66 10 Crested Butte Way, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Free music with Sugarbush @ Butte 66

  • Sundaes & Sidewalk Chalk!

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

    Please join us at 2pm at the Gunnison Library on Sunday, July 19 for Sundaes & Sidewalk Chalk! This is a FREE Community Art & Ice Cream Celebration! Reserve a […]

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  • Tunes at 10 Peaks

    Umbrella Bar Ten Peaks - Top of Painter Boy Lift

    Tunes at 10 Peaks, a Sunday afternoon Music Series presented by KBUT and CBMR. Select Sundays from 2-5pm in late Summer. July 19th is Rachel VanSlyke and Friends.

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    Sundays @ 6 | Roka Hueka

    Legion Park Gunnison, CO, United States

    Sundays @ 6 is a free summer concert series in Legion Park, featuring live music every Sunday evening along with food trucks, artisan booths, face painting and special VIP events. […]

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  • Clarinet Chamber Concert

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    Join for an evening of beautiful music performed by renown symphony performers. This clarinet chamber concert will feature 5 musicians and inspire you with an evening of performance. FREE event […]

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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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Nordic skiers race in two lines dressed in costumes on a snowy downtown street