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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.

Sewing 101

Fred Field Center 275 S. Spruce St, Gunnison, CO, United States

This class will teach those new to sewing with a machine the basic skills to get started. Each participant will go home with their own homemade pillowcase.

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Western Wednesdays at the Majestic

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

Stop by the 3rd Wednesday of every month for a new Majestic tradition- Western Wednesdays! Each month, we'll be screening a classic cowboy flick for free! This month's western is a not rated spooky film that follows a sheriff, his deputy, a gunslinger, and a cowboy on a rescue mission in the Old West.

Free

Chamber Business After Hours

The Phantom of the Main Place with the Gunnison Chamber requests your presence at his Business After Hours and open house for free wine, chili, face painting, local artists,and more mysteries................. Costumes encouraged

FREE

Ballot Issues Forum

Local League member, Thalia Oster, and Colorado League Executive Director, Beth Hendrix, will present Information on the 14 ballot issues to be on our 2024 ballots. County Library Director, Drew Brookhart, will also present and explain the ballot issue bond for a new library in Crested Butte.

free

Super Saturday Storytime!

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

Join us at the Gunnison Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, October 19 for Super Saturday Storytime. October's theme is Mythical Monster Mash! Wear your costumes! There will be stories and an activity for the whole family. Free & open to the public.

free

Jack’s SPOOKY Karaoke

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

Get ready to belt it out, or sit back and enjoy the best bad singers of the Butte. Karaoke nights are always FREE, but we ask that you consider buying concessions or a drink to support fun events like this at the Majestic.

Free

Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street

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

The infamous story of Benjamin Barker, a.k.a Sweeney Todd, who sets up a barber shop down in London which is the basis for a sinister partnership with his fellow tenant, Mrs. Lovett. Based on the hit Broadway musical. Join us for the second in our Director Series on Tim Burton, sponsored by SRSI

FREE

North Valley Pop up Pantry

Oh Be Joyful Church 625 Maroon Ave., Crested Butte, CO

North Valley Pop-up Pantry Information Join us the second and fourth Thursday, July-December for the North Valley Pop-up Pantry. The locations will be the Mt. CB Transit Center and Oh Be Joyful Church. Please come visit the Pop-up Pantry for fresh and local produce, meat, dairy products, and pantry staples. Mt. CB Transit Center Dates […]

Free

Live music w/ Matt Carlson

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

After nearly 30 years of playing shows, making records and writing songs, it's fair to call Matthew Carlson a veteran. From his current work in the Stick Arounds and Harborcoat, to his previous stints in The Pantones and Third Uncle, Carlson has spent a lifetime writing songs filled with vivid characters, detailed worlds, and personal […]

Pumpkin Patch!

Gunnison Valley Health Hospital 711 N. Taylor, Gunnison, CO, United States

Join us for our annual Pumpkin Patch Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to noon! At the North Entrance at Gunnison Valley Health. Join us for games, pick a pumpkin, tour an ambulance, visit the friendly burro buddy, enjoy yummy treats and much more! Costumes are encouraged!

Sleepy Hollow

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

Skeptical young detective Ichabod Crane gets transferred to the hamlet of Sleepy Hollow, New York, where he is tasked with investigating the decapitations of three people - murders the townsfolk attribute to a legendary specter, The Headless Horseman. Join us for the 3rd in our Directors Series on Tim Burton, sponsored by SRSI

FREE

Gunnison Downtown Trick or Treating & Block Party

IOOF Park 124 E Virginia St., Gunnison, CO, United States

Come join the Gunnison Valley for a family friendly Halloween Extravaganza! Downtown Trick or Treating from 3-5pm. Doggy Costume Contest, benefiting GVAWL, at IooF Park at 4:45pm, sign up at IooF from 3pm-4:30pm that day! Poppycox Party Company will be offering face painting for $$, WCU Drumline and other special appearances. Then Coal Creek Connection […]

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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