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.
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Gunnison Tough looks forward to carrying on local Tough Enough To Wear Pink traditions this summer through a new event...BULL FEST! Thanks to our partners, Tough Enough to Wear Pink and Wrangler Bucking Cancer! Presented by our Title Sponsor, Teton Ridge! Don't put away your pink apparel and dancing boots just yet! Come celebrate Tough […]
Join the Gunnison Country Chamber of Commerce for Mid-Week on Main August 20 5:30-7pm in IOOF Park at Main Street and Virginia for free music with 9 Mile Mule sponsored by Alpha Mechanical, The Clarke Agency and Tango Boutique. Sound assistance provided by the IBar Ranch. See you in the park!
Touring as a family trio, weaves rootsy Americana, folk and rock & roll into a tapestry of tight harmonies and heartfelt sound. Their music stirs the soul with raw beauty, grit and a spirit that dances between light and shadow.
Highlife plays Mountain Groove Music, Local Funky Jazz to boogie down to
On August 21st, we're bringing the Artlaw spirit to life with a pop-up event-an unapologetic showcase of work that's gritty, vibrant, and true to the artist's voice, giving our community a place to connect, create, and push boundaries together.
The museum is excited to bring back live music in the garden on Fridays in August from 5pm to 7pm. Libations & snacks will be available for purchase. This is a free live music series brought to you by generous sponsors, Bill Peatross & the Gunnison Valley Music Association. Scheduled Artists: Friday, August 1st- Billy […]
Free showing of the 5 Point Film Festival: On Tour reel at the Gunnison Public Library. Family friendly! 7 short film from the yearly festival in Carbondale, CO
Boulder-based artist Ethan J. Perry performs solo acoustic shows featuring introspective and genre-blending music that promises an intimate, heartfelt experience.
SIX STRINGS FOR SIX POINTS is a fundraiser for Six Points Evaluation & Training, Inc being held at Crested Bucha on Friday, 22 August, starting at 6pm. Six Points Evaluation and Training, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization (under IRS Code 501(c)3) serving people with intellectual disabilities and people with traumatic brain injury in Gunnison […]
This August, Firebird Theatre is proud to be able to present our next Shakespeare in the Park production: A Midsummer Night's Dream. Shakespeare's Athenian pastoral comedy about fairies, donkeys, and rude mechanicals is considered one of the Bard's greatest works. This production is directed by Tristan Buss and will include the use of mask-work inspired […]
Come bike with us as we embark on a crawl to three of Gunnison's favorite establishments; Buckel Family Winery, Crested Bucha, and The Dive. Grab a drink and hear a short play at each stop. An evening of bikes, drinks, community, and theatre---what could be better?!
This August, Firebird Theatre is proud to be able to present our next Shakespeare in the Park production: A Midsummer Night's Dream. Shakespeare's Athenian pastoral comedy about fairies, donkeys, and rude mechanicals is considered one of the Bard's greatest works. This production is directed by Tristan Buss and will include the use of mask-work inspired […]
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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