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Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

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.

HCCA’s Annual Potluck

The Depot 716 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

High Country Country Advocates presents guest speaker Ben Goldfarb - author of "Eager: The Surprising, Secret Life of Beavers and Why They Matter" at the HCCA Potluck, held on Sunday, August 27 at 5 PM at the depot, located at 716 Elk Avenue in Crested Butte. Info at HCCACB.org

Free

Easy Jim, Live at the I Bar Ranch

I Bar Ranch 850 Co Rd 49, Gunnison, CO, United States

Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead will be opening for Ozomatli at the 2023 KBUT Community Kampout at the I Bar Ranch on Friday, August 11th at 6:30pm. More information at www.ibarranch.com.

$25

MTCB Pickin’ a Food Truck Competition & Festival

Snowmass Parking Lot Snowmass Road, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

Mt. Crested Butte's Pickin' a Food Truck Competition & Festival will be held Saturday, August 12, 2023, from 11 am to 5 pm, at the Snowmass Parking Lot in Mt. Crested Butte. It is a free community event featuring a food truck competition and a trio of live Bluegrass music by Still House String Band, […]

FREE

Feast in the Field

Red Dog Ranch Crested Butte, CO, United States

Top chefs, including executive chef Dana Zobs of Crested Butte's Personal Chefs and chef and regenerative rancher Abby Knowles, prepare a feast with passed appetizers and a sit down dinner, showcasing regionally raised meat, local vegetables, and fresh fruits picked at the peak of summer. Artisan spirit makers, local brewers, and winemakers including Big B's, […]

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Gunnison Elks Lodge Presents Yes Ma’am!

Gunnison Elks Lodge 123 S Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Gunnison Elks Lodge Presents Yes Ma'am! After the Gunnison Car Show Main Street Cruise in. Food @ 5 PM, Music @ 9 PM

$5

Historic Pub Crawl

Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Join us as we explore pubs and historic buildings in the town of Crested Butte for stories of the past while you enjoy libations. Our pub crawls feature 3 different establishments, which include stories from a historian, and an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage at each location. Our pub crawls sell out fast, so get your […]

$35 – $40

Unity Dinner

Rainbow Park 300 8th St, Crested Butte

Come and enjoy a wonderful afternoon with The Gunnison County Democrats at Rainbow Park in Crested Butte on Sunday August 20. Festivities start at 4 with a Taco food truck, entertainer Ron Earl and guest speaker Kathleen Curry.

$40 – $50

Go On, Be Brave

Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

We're excited to share about the Crested Butte screening of @go_on_be_brave - the story of one woman's race against time. This inspiring film follows Andrea Lytle Peet's journey through a diagnosis of ALS and an attempt at the impossible - to be the first person with ALS to complete a marathon in all 50 states. […]

CBFOL Wine Tasting Supporting Old Rock Library

Queen of All Saints Parish Hall 401 Sopris Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Join Crested Butte Friends of the Library (CBFOL) and Sommelier Aaron Tomcak for one, two, or all three wine tastings each summer. These are fun and educational evenings that allow you to do some good, too! Sponsored by CBFOL, these events raise funds for the Crested Butte Library's programs and materials. All three tastings are […]

$50

Matthew Modine at Crested Butte Film Festival’s Fi

During the upcoming Labor Day weekend, Crested Butte Film Festival has some great events and we want you to be there! The highlight of the weekend is Matthew Modine coming to town. He's going to be at all the weekend events, so please come join us and meet Matthew and the other filmmakers at the […]

$75

Pearls & Pioneers Outlaw Bike Party

Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

On the eve of the 49th annual Pearl Pass Tour-the ride where it all began-the museum is hosting a casual, happy hour-esque event from 5-7pm for riders and enthusiasts alike. This year, we are thrilled to have photographer and mountain biking pioneer Wende Cragg share stories and a slideshow of her rare and iconic photographs […]

$5 – $17

GVAWL’s Annual Yard Sale

The Gunnison Valley Animal Welfare League (GVAWL) will hold its annual yard sale on Saturday, September 9th from 9am until 2pm at 508 N 7th in Gunnison, Colorado. Many items will be purchase by donation while others will be priced by donation and all proceeds will go to GVAWL. If you would like to donate […]

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

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