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.
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 is free and open to the public, with ticketed workshops and a Friday night headliner.
Set break 7-8pm
Set break 7-8pm
Join us for an afternoon of skiing with RMBL docents and educators at Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR)! Learn how geology and snowpack trends shape Crested Butte as a premier ski destination - and how spring runoff transforms the mountain into a wildflower paradise. The group will explore intermediate "blue" terrain off the Paradise, Painter […]
Set break 7-8pm
friday feb 6 FREE Yoga 5:30 - 6:30pm Refreshments 6:30pm - 8:00PM Open House 322 North Main st in Gunnison
Ski films by Matchstick Productions 6-7pm | Gallery Reception 6:30-8:30pm Send It brings together local artists and master ski builders for a limited-edition series of custom skis that celebrate Crested Butte's creative spirit. Each artist-designed pair will be unveiled at the gallery opening, featuring a live DJ, one-of-a-kind pop-up flash tattoos by Alex Stevenson, and […]
Highlife is a local band that has been laying their groovy pockets around the valley for the last couple of years. This show will highlight multiple originals, these compositions vary in musical styles including blues, funk, rock and jazz mixed with a few soulful covers to fill out the sets. Special guest Andrew Hadley will […]
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!
