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.

Local Vocals w/ Chris Coady

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Local Vocals w/ Chris Coady Saturday, August 9. 7:00- 9:30pm. Experience a unique concert as local singer-songwriters take to the stage to combine their stories, inspiration, music, and talent, ft. […]

$20 – $25

Abbie Gardner

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

Abbie Gardner is a fiery dobro player with an infectious smile. Whether performing solo or with Americana harmony trio Red Molly, her acclaimed tales of love and loss, both gritty […]

$25

Sunday’s @ 6 Live Music

Jorgensen Park 501 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

Quarter Mile Mule is a rootsy trio made up of singer-songwriter Chris Coady, guitarist and singer Kevin Doherty, and bassist Brian Camp. With deep ties to the Gunnison Valley and […]

FREE

Alpenglow: Hot Like Mars

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

For the final Alpenglow show of the summer, prepare yourself for an electrifying performance from Chicago-based funk phenomenon Hot Like Mars. Merging soul, funk, and high-energy dance rhythms, Hot Like […]

Summer Classics in the Courtyard: Summer Strings

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

Enjoy an evening of chamber music and classical favorites performed by a talented ensemble in the courtyard-intimate, timeless, and perfect for a summer night.

Free

King Stingray, Music on the Mountain

Crested Butte Mountain Resort Crested Butte, CO

The Music on the Mountain series returns! King Stingray will take the stage on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Join us at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain […]

Free

Gunny Valley Sessions

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Come support young musicians as they perform live on stage at Western's Quigley band shell! WANNA PERFORM? K-12 students can register by Aug 9th at [email protected]. Emcee'd by Lizzy Plotkins […]

FREE

Free Music in the Garden

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

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 […]

FREE

BULL FEST

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

Family Friendly! Bull Riding, Bull fighting (Not what you think...I promise), mutton bustin, barnyard Olympics, food trucks, & Dancing afterward with an awesome band! Standby & check our website for […]

$35

Bull Fest

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

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 […]

Varies

Mid-Week on Main Street

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

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 […]

FREE

Sunday’s @ 6 Live Music

Jorgensen Park 501 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

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, […]

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

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