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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.

Elvis Has Left the Building

Step into the hilariously chaotic world of "Elvis Has Left the Building" directed by Michael Baim and starring Jack Gibbons & Barron Farnell. It's December 20, 1970, and the King […]

$15 – $25

Macbeth

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

Join us at the Crested Butte Depot August 24th, 25th, 31st, and Sept. 1st for a spectacle like you've never seen! Firebird's Macbeth will make use of animated projections, a […]

Free

The Hip Abduction

Almont Resort 10209 CO-135, Almont, CO

Evoking the ocean and guided by the spirit of travel, The Hip Abduction pilot a sonic expedition past genre barriers. The band is the moniker for singer/songwriter David New who […]

$40

Gunnison Music Cruise

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

The final music cruise of 2024 will feature The Expanding Minds Jazz Influence and Western's Steel Drum Band. Brought to you by Western Colorado Unviversity, the cruise will start on […]

Mid-Week on Main Street

IOOF Park 124 E Virginia St., Gunnison, CO, United States

Join for this FREE Music Series once a month in the IOOF Park in Gunnison - Main Street & Virginia Avenue. 5:30 pm start. Picnic in the park, relax and […]

FREE

Bass Organics

Almont Resort 10209 CO-135, Almont, CO

Bass Organics is a group that consists of DJs and a team of talent that brings true creative and art to light, a mix of Riddim, Leftfield Bass, House, DnB […]

$10

Football vs. Midwestern State (TX)

No. 15 Western Colorado football opens its season against visiting Midwestern State, as the Mountaineers celebrate the Grand Opening of the renovated Mountaineer Bowl at The Rady Family Sports Complex! […]

$5 – $20

The Galentines

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

The Galentines are an all-girl, indie rock band from Boulder, Colorado. They have taken the city by storm, creating a growing and loving community of supporters early on in their […]

FREE

Public House Presents: Steely Dead

Public House Crested Butte 202 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO

Steely Dead returns to Public House September 7, 2024. Hailing from the vibrant music scene of Denver, Colorado, Steely Dead is a national touring band that has satisfied the curiosity […]

$30

Volleyball vs. Angelo State (TX)

Western Colorado volleyball hosts its home opener of the 2024 season, welcoming Angelo State to Paul Wright Gym in a non-conference match.

$5 – $20

Andy Frasco & The U.N.

Almont Resort 10209 CO-135, Almont, CO

Andy Frasco & The U.N. have long been the high-flying DIY renegades of the touring scene known and loved for their kaleidoscopic musical fusion and one-of-a-kind onstage audacity. Now celebrating […]

$30

Colorado West Performing Arts Company

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

Join Colorado West Performing Arts Company, CWPAC, for a mixed repertoire performance. Showcasing the versatility of our dancers, this performance celebrates excerpts from classic and romantic ballets as well as […]

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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