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.

Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.

  • 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
  • Free Salsa Lessons!

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

    Join us at 6pm at the Gunnison Library on Monday, March 9 and learn to dance salsa with Treicy & Caro! Free and open to all. No experience needed, all […]

    free
  • Jim Davidson @ billy barr

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

    Set Break 7-8pm

    Free
  • Crafternoon at the Old Rock

    Crested Butte Library 507 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 6 pm on Tuesday, March 10 for Crafternoon. For March we'll be making bedazzled books! Bring your own book to bedazzle or […]

    free
  • Pulse Saturdays

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

    Live music at the Sage Grouse!

  • RMBL Reads

    Crested Butte Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join us at RMBL 365 for a relaxed and engaging book club gathering alongside co-host Townie Books! RMBL Reads is dedicated to science, place, and the stories that shape our […]

    Free
  • Strand Hill @ billy barr

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

    Set Break 7-8pm

    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