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.

  • Reconnecting with Reverence

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

    Join The Nowak Society and The Center for the Arts for an open, community-centered conversation exploring the many dimensions of psychedelics-from personal experiences and emerging therapeutic research to ceremonial traditions, […]

    Free
  • Floyd Bauler

    The Whammy Bar 126 N Main, Gunnison, CO, United States
  • 2nd Annual Public Lands Palooza

    Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

    Celebrate National Public Lands Day with HCCA at Zuni West Brewery for our 2nd Annual Public Lands Palooza-a lively community event dedicated to honoring stewards of the public lands we […]

    Free
  • Maddie Mae

    The Whammy Bar 126 N Main, Gunnison, CO, United States
  • Audiobook Walk on Van Tuyl Trail

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

    Join us for a peaceful walk along the Van Tuyl Trail while listening to an audiobook of your choice, enjoying nature, and having good book conversations. Tea and hot chocolate […]

    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