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.

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    Alpenglow: Floodgate Operators

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

    Crested Butte, CO based Floodgate Operators know a thing or two about getting the party started. Founded in 2018, Floodgate Operators have grown from a dive bar bluegrass act to […]

    Free

  • Easy Jim

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

    Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead

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    Alpenglow: Bella Rayne

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

    At just 18, Bella Rayne is a self-taught guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter whose sound is quickly turning heads across the country. Born in the mountains of North Carolina and raised […]

    Free
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    New Orleans Suspects

    The Live from Mt. Crested Butte (presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association) series returns! New Orleans Suspects will take the stage on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. […]

    Free

  • Mountain Jam, music of The Allman Brothers

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

    On Site camping is available for this performance. The band was formed in the summer of 2025, to honor and celebrate the timeless music of The Allman Brothers Band. With […]

    $20 – $25
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    Seratones

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

    Seratones are a Shreveport, Louisiana-bred band led by powerhouse vocalist A.J. Haynes, known for fusing rock, soul, funk, R&B, and electronic textures into a sound that feels both fiercely modern […]

    $30
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    Alpenglow: The Motet

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

    Formed over two decades ago, the funk six-piece The Motet have learned to work as an interlocking unit, with each member bolstering one another towards the best creative output. This […]

    Free

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    Crested Butte Social Party

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

    Join the Crested Butte Museum for an old fashioned social with vinyls on the turntables and live music from the band San Leandro. Featuring local vendors, activities, craft stations, a […]

    $20
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    Corb Lund

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

    Corb Lund live in concert at the I Bar Ranch

    $30 – $35
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    Mt. Crested Butte’s Independence Day Celebration &

    Red Lady Stage 12 Snowmass Rd, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    The Mt. Crested Butte Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks will be held on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 5 to 10 pm at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested […]

    FREE
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    Alpenglow: JD Clayton

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

    The Fort Smith Arkansas native, JD Clayton, released his debut album Long Way From Home, early last year which has received overwhelming critical acclaim. There's no artifice surrounding the Arkansas-born […]

    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