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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  • 125-Years of Western Block Party

    Main Street Gunnison Gunnison, CO, United States

    Celebrate the start of the Fall 2026 semester with a free campus block party on the first Friday after students return. Hosted on South Main Street, the event will feature […]

  • Welcome Back Western! DJ Dance Party

    Sage Grouse Lounge 110 E Georgia Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    The official after-party for the Western block party. Celebrate 125 Years of Western Colorado University at Sage Grouse Lounge! Live music, dancing, free swag and more. We hope to see […]

  • Gunnison Sunset

    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. August 30th is Opal Moon.

    Free

  • EMBA Annual Meeting & Potluck

    Crested Butte Depot 716 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte

    Join the Elk Mountains Backcountry Alliance (EMBA) for its 2026 Annual Meeting & Potluck! Enjoy a community BBQ, live music by Atmospheric River, and connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. EMBA […]

  • Annual Meeting and potluck

    Crested Butte Depot 716 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte

    Join us to celebrate and promote human powered recreation! We will have music, food camaraderie and our annual meeting. Anyone who enjoys and supports human powered recreation is welcome to […]

    Free
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Oxford House: Welcome Home Screening

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    Join us for a screening of Oxford House's "Welcome Home" documentary, which highlights the history of Oxford House as well as current Oxford House residents throughout the country. After the […]

    Free

  • Exhibit Opening Reception

    Terrible Mountain Gallery 409 Main St, Pitkin, CO, United States

    Join us for an evening celebrating the distinct visions of artists Katie Briggs and Becka Jahelka in the Ascent & Confluence Exhibit Rooms at Terrible Mountain Gallery. * Charcuterie Provided

    Free
  • Gunnison Sunset

    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. September 13th is Dwayne Dodson from Easy Jim, and […]

    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