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.

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  • Beer, Bands & Barbed Wire Strands

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

    This annual weekend festival brings together public landowners, volunteers, conservation partners, and outdoor enthusiasts from across the state to roll up their sleeves, give back to the land we love, […]

    $20

  • 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

  • Gunnison Tough Songwriter Shuffle

    Almont Resort 10209 CO-135, Almont, CO

    Gunnison Tough Songwriter Shuffle and Auction will be held on Thursday, July 16, 2026 at the Almont Resort. An intimate concert experience featuring award winning Nashville singer-songwriters and special guests. […]

    $250

  • 2026 Crested Butte Arts Festival

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    The 54th Annual, Crested Butte Arts Festival will return to historic Elk Avenue, July 31 - August 2, 2026. The outdoor event presents 150 exhibiting fine art vendors in addition […]

    FREE

  • 2026 Crested Butte Arts Festival

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    The 54th Annual, Crested Butte Arts Festival will return to historic Elk Avenue, July 31 - August 2, 2026. The outdoor event presents 150 exhibiting fine art vendors in addition […]

    FREE

  • 2026 Crested Butte Arts Festival

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    The 54th Annual, Crested Butte Arts Festival will return to historic Elk Avenue, July 31 - August 2, 2026. The outdoor event presents 150 exhibiting fine art vendors in addition […]

    FREE
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Steve Earle

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

    Steve Earle is one of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of his generation. A protŽgŽ of legendary writers Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark, he became a master storyteller in his […]

    $65

  • Bull Fest

    Gunnison County Fairgrounds 275 S Spruce St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Gunnison Tough Bull Fest Saturday, August 15, 2026 at the Gunnison County Fairgrounds. Join us for a Rip Roaring time! Bull Riding, American Bull Fighting, Latigos Up Drill Team, Live […]

    $15

  • Little Feat

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

    Big sound. Long roads. One last run. Little Feat brings The Last Farewell Tour to I Bar Ranch on August 16. A band that helped shape American rock, New Orleans […]

  • Chili & Beer Festival

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

    The Chili & Beer Festival is a beloved annual event in Mt. Crested Butte each September, where local chili cooks and regional breweries compete for top honors amid live music, […]

    $50 – $75

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