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.

  • Chris Coady @ billy barr

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

    Chris' Americana/Folk songwriting is inspired by friends, family, community, and the natural environment. His songs convey positivity and transformation with a sense of place in Colorado and the American Southwest. He has released several studio albums co-produced with Don Richmond at Howlin' Dog Studios: "Where You Find It" 2008, "From Down Here" 2011, "If Down […]

    Free
  • Cultural Arts Family Night

    Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Come out for this free family friendly event featuring guest artists Fara and Etienne Tolno. Experience and share in the cultural rhythms, stories and movements of Guinea, West Africa. Performance, dialogue, song and interactive drum and dance classes. All ages and abilities welcome. Drums provided for use. Don't miss out on this amazing cultural exchange […]

  • Melanin Mountain Project Film Festival

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    This 2021 film directed by Shaka King is presented by The Eldo.

    Free
  • Spafford:Spaffski 2025

    Spafford | Spaffski 2025 | Crested Butte Public House | February 27 - March 2, 2025 Spafford is known for their astonishing improvisational ability and off-the-cuff extended jams, Spafford paints a picture in real-time each night with a musical palette known only to each other. It's a private language comprised of both their talent as […]

    $65
  • Chris Coady @ billy barr

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

    Chris' Americana/Folk songwriting is inspired by friends, family, community, and the natural environment. His songs convey positivity and transformation with a sense of place in Colorado and the American Southwest. He has released several studio albums co-produced with Don Richmond at Howlin' Dog Studios: "Where You Find It" 2008, "From Down Here" 2011, "If Down […]

    Free
  • Spafford:Spaffski 2025

    Spafford | Spaffski 2025 | Crested Butte Public House | February 27 - March 2, 2025 Spafford is known for their astonishing improvisational ability and off-the-cuff extended jams, Spafford paints a picture in real-time each night with a musical palette known only to each other. It's a private language comprised of both their talent as […]

    $65
  • Spafford:Spaffski 2025

    Spafford | Spaffski 2025 | Crested Butte Public House | February 27 - March 2, 2025 Spafford is known for their astonishing improvisational ability and off-the-cuff extended jams, Spafford paints a picture in real-time each night with a musical palette known only to each other. It's a private language comprised of both their talent as […]

    $65
  • KBUT Mardi Gras Parade

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    Celebrate Mardi Gras in Crested Butte with a parade down Elk Avenue. Floats gather at 4:20, and the parade starts at 5:00. There will be a band at the Mallardi Theatre folowing the parade. Register your float now at KBUT.org

    free
  • ICELab Movie Night

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join the ICELab for a free movie night at the Majestic Theatre! Watch a film about a partnership that revolutionizes the world of sports and contemporary culture as the ICELab hosts AIR.

    Free
  • I Love You Because

    Mallardi Cabaret Theatre 403 2nd Street, 2nd Floor, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    A modern twist on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, set in New York City. A young, uptight greeting card writer's life is changed when he meets a flighty photographer. Together they learn to love each other not despite their faults, but because of them.

    $25
  • SonofaGunn Presents

    Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    35th SonofaGunn Presents: "The Errors Tour" Week one: February 27th, 28th & March 1st. Saturday Matinee Shows on 3/1 & Week two: March 6th, 7th & 8th. Doors open at 7:00, Curtain 7:30 pm. Saturday Matinees: Doors open at 2:00, Curtain 2:30 pm. When pop icon Taylor Swiftly gets stranded in Gunnison after the town's […]

    $15 – $30
  • Julian Young & Friends at The Talk

    Come melt with us at The Talk this Friday! Matt Lane and Jeremy Wegner are joining me on bass and drums respectively. Get ready for sultry and soulful vibrations as we explore a selection of jazz, R&B, and soul covers and genre swaps!

    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