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.

  • Kevin & Karen Live @ Zuni West

    Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

    Kevin Donovan and Karen Janssen have been sharing music together for years. Come out and enjoy their eclectic mix of music from folky to funky, bluegrass to ballads, soulful to […]

  • Astro Bandits live at A Bar Above

    A Bar Above 620 Gothic Rd Suite C130, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Astro Bandits, a local Crested Butte band, blends a fiery fusion of psychedelic rock, funk, blues, and punk, where raw energy meets soaring improvisation, crafting immersive, ever-evolving musical odysseys. Come […]

    Free
  • Monday Night Magic

    Storyweaver Games 901 W Tomichi Unit 2, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a […]

    Free
  • Local’s Bingo Night

    Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

    Locals Night Bingo - April 9th! Join us for a night of off-season fun at Montanya! We're keeping the good times rolling with Bingo Night- no cost to play, just […]

    Free
  • PlayDough PlayDate!

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

    Please join us at the Gunnison Library for a new offering in the children's area, PlayDough PlayDate! PlayDough PlayDate will take place every second and fourth Friday of the month […]

    free
  • Western Colorado University Gallery Reception

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

    It's a Mountaineer takeover! The Kinder Padon Gallery will showcase artwork created by Art & Design students of Western Colorado University. Join us for their gallery reception!

  • Monday Night Magic

    Storyweaver Games 901 W Tomichi Unit 2, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a […]

    Free
  • History- Greek Jews from Antiquity to the Present

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

    Elliot Colchamiro conducts tours at the "Holocaust Documentation & Education Center" in Dania Beach, Florida where he has transcribed to text more than two dozen Holocaust testimonies. Elliot will discuss […]

    Free
  • Monday Night Magic

    Storyweaver Games 901 W Tomichi Unit 2, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a […]

    Free
  • State of the River: Upper Gunnison River

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

    The Colorado River District's State of the River meetings are a spring tradition in Western Colorado, bringing communities together to discuss the most pressing water issues facing our region. These […]

    Free
  • Old Rock Movie Night!

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

    Join us at the Crested Butte Library on Thursday, April 17 at 6 pm for a free movie night! Free pizza! Bring a camp chair & blanket! Screening: The Curious […]

    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