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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    The Itals

    The Live from Mt. Crested Butte (presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association) series returns! The Itals will take the stage on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Join us at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area for free live music. Local opener at 5:30 pm. All live […]

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    Duke and DeFeo: The Long Road of Two Painters

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

    Patrick Duke and Johnny DeFeo met while studying Art at Western State in 2005 and became fast friends. From there they studied together in Florence, Italy, and in the 20 years since they have both grown their individual art careers, maintaining a focus on the landscapes that inspire them. Duke lives in Crested Butte and […]

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  • Artlaws of the Southwest Third Thursday Art Pop Up

    Hey all! We are a collective of artists in Gunnison County redefining what it means to create in community. Come have a blast with us at our Third Thursday Art Pop Up! There will be a wide variety of local artists and live musicians, including some that will be hosting interactive booths such as printmaking, […]

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  • Arias Concert

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    Join incredible students and faculty of the Metropolitan Opera and renown orchestral players for an evening of music and song. An aria is a self-contained solo vocal piece with instrumental or orchestral accompaniment, typically featured as part of a larger work like an opera, oratorio, or cantata. This will be a beautiful evening of passionate […]

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  • Youth Arts Performance

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    Join local youth performing songs, theater, music and more for an evening celebrating the arts. This event is FREE and located in Kincaid Concert Hall in the Quigley music building at Western Colorado University in Gunnison. Come support local teen talent on the stage!

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    Sunni Gunni ~Local Art Market

    Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Sunni Gunni ~Local Art Markets Saturdays - 10:00 - 2:00 PM | July 18th, + September 26th Celebrate local creativity at the Sunni Gunni Art Market, a vibrant pop-up hosted by the Gunnison Arts Center and curated by local artists! Browse a dynamic mix of work from up to 20 talented makers-including paintings, ceramics, prints, […]

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    Sugarbush @ Butte 66

    Butte 66 10 Crested Butte Way, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Free music with Sugarbush @ Butte 66

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