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.

  • Bruce Hayes & and Ragged Mtn Bluegrass

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

    Live music from Bard Edington at 5:00pm and Bruce Hayes and Ragged Mtn Bluegrass at 6:30pm

    $15 – $20
  • Karaoke at Montanya

    Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

    Karaoke Night at Montanya Saturday, May 17th, 6-9 PM. 204 Elk Ave - Montanya Tasting Room. Rum cocktails to fuel your courage. All voices welcome-from shy singers to local legends. Good vibes, great drinks, and unforgettable moments

    Free
  • Memorial Day Luncheon and Polka Party

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

    BBQ luncheon at the Parish Hall after the Parade. Come one come all. Free. Followed by Pete Dundee and his band playing Polka Music.

    Free
  • Preservation Month Open House

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

    Join the Museum and Town of Crested Butte for a celebration of our historic places and their continued preservation! Learn about the Crested Butte Historic District and the stories local historic buildings can tell, including the ongoing work of preserving Tony's Conoco at 331 Elk. Snacks and refreshments will be served at this free community […]

    FREE
  • Town Picnic

    Rainbow Park 300 8th St, Crested Butte

    The Town of Crested Butte invites you to the annual Town Picnic Friday, June 6th from 11:30-2:30 at Rainbow Park. Join your friends and neighbors in a community gathering to celebrate summer! Enjoy free burgers and hot dogs, games, and activities. Bring a dessert or side to share and help us reduce our carbon footprint […]

    FREE
  • CBMBA Kick-off party

    Crested Butte Depot 716 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte

    Annual Kick-off party to for CBMBA to inform members and non-members about CBMBA's mission and goals, plus upcoming events for the summer and fall.

  • Gunnison Valley Pride Picnic

    Legion Park Gunnison, CO, United States

    Gunnison Valley Pride will host the 4th Annual Pride Picnic at Legion Park in Gunnison. This event welcomes everyone and is family-friendly and substance free. Come and celebrate Pride Month 2025 with a collection of incredible humans and local organizations/resources. There will be music, activities, food, competitions and plenty of rainbows. Come on down for […]

    Free
  • Beaver Creek Classic 3D Archery Tournament

    Join us for the Beaver Creek Classic, a 3D Archery Tournament hosted by the West Elk Archery Club at the Gunnison State Wildlife Area at Beaver Creek on Sunday, June 8th! This family-friendly event is a fundraiser to support the club and its programs. Registration opens at 8:00 AM, with the shoot starting at 9:30 […]

  • KBUT’s Fish Fry

    Crank's Plaza 508 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte, CO

    KBUT Community Radio invites you to the 23rd Annual Friday Night Fish Fry taking place on Friday, June 13th, 2025 from 4pm-10pm. Join us picnic style for the most delicious Cajun-style fish fry dinner served up with some hot southern music from our KBUT DJs, super fun kids activities from The Trailhead, lawn games, community […]

    Free – $45
  • History Jeep Tour

    Taylor Park

    A historic 4x4 tour of the mining ruins and ghost towns of Taylor Park to benefit the Hartman Castle Preservation. Ride with us or follow in your own 4x4.

    $75 – $150
  • Wine Tasting

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

    CB Friends of the Library wine tastings are back! The first of 2025 is June 26th. Tickets sell out quickly so get your tickets soon.

    $50.00
  • Tony’s Speakeasy – A Black & White Affair

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

    Tony's Speakeasy is an annual celebration and fundraiser commemorating the anniversary of making historic Tony's Conoco the museum's forever home. Our annual community celebration -historically known as the "Black and White Ball" - is taking a trip back in time. We're turning the clock back 100 years to bring you Tony's Speakeasy: A Black and […]

    $30

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