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.

  • Ribbon Cutting

    Jailhouse Collections 409 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    The new, tiny Six Points boutique in the old stone jailhouse 409 2nd St., Crested Butte ; "Jailhouse Collections" is having a ribbon cutting/grand opening! Please stop by take selfies […]

    Free
  • JIM DAVIDSON @ BILLY BARR

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

    Join Jim Davidson at billy barr in the Elevation Resort & Spa in Mt Crested Butte, CO from 8pm to 11pm.

    FREE
  • Lights in the Valley

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

    Lights in the Valley is a 2 day healing arts fair in the Gunnison Valley, Jan 30th & 31st 2026 featuring local practitioners, mini-sessions, workshops, and a community market. The […]

    FREE
  • Casey Falter @ billy barr

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

    Set break 7-8pm

    Free
  • RMBL Apres Science with Dr. David Inouye

    Crested Butte Crested Butte, CO, United States

    This winter, RMBL is hosting Apres Science, a cozy series of living-room style talks that bring RMBL's science, research, education, and community together under one roof. These intimate gatherings offer […]

    Free
  • Lights in the Valley

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

    Lights in the Valley is a two-day winter healing arts fair Jan 30th & 31st 2026 in Gunnison Valley featuring local practitioners, mini-sessions, workshops, and a community market. The fair […]

    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