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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.

Asleep At The Wheel

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

Asleep At The Wheel returns for a benefit concert for the Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley.

JD Clayton

JD Clayton is the epitome of a Real Deal. There's no artifice surrounding the Arkansas-born singer and songwriter. No glitz. No pretension or mythology. There's a refreshing lack of gratuitous posturing or creative conceit. Clayton is simply a guy who has things to say and does so clearly and without clutter -- but with an […]

$25

Live Music in the Garden: Craig McLaughlin

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

We invite you to our FREE live music series in our garden area adjacent to the museum, on Tuesdays from 5pm-7pm, July 11th – August 15th. We will have libations and non-alcoholic refreshments for sale, and any donations will directly benefit our local musicians and our non-profit history museum. Live Music Schedule: July 11th: Floyd […]

FREE

BBQ & Brews with Coal Creek Connection

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

Coal Creek Connection performs songs from their newly released CD; "Riverbend Sessions" at the I Bar Ranch in Gunnison.

Music on the Mountain, Live! from Mt. CB

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

Music on the Mountain, Live! from Mt. Crested Butte is an 8 week live music series hosted Wednesday evenings at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort base area beginning June 21 through August 9, 2023. Music begins at 5:30 pm with a local opener and the main act hitting the stage […]

FREE

Crested Butte Arts Festival

Crested Butte Community School 818 Red Lady Ave., Crested Butte, CO

The 51st annual Crested Butte Arts Festival takes place August 4th - 6th, outdoors on the Crested Butte Community School campus. This juried festival features 150 artists across twelve different artistic mediums, merging fine art exhibition with live music, children's art activities and a food vendor courtyard.

$5

DJs Club Cracker & Charcuterie

Crested Butte Community School 818 Red Lady Ave., Crested Butte, CO

Dreamy DJ duo specializing in house music, theme parties, and consistent winners of being the best dressed in CB, even on an average day. On the Arts Festival Entertainment Stage.

West African Dance Class

Crested Butte Community School 818 Red Lady Ave., Crested Butte, CO

Join Mami Sayon Camara for an all ages and abilities dance class on the festival grounds athletic field. Mami loves sharing movement and dance and provides classes that will are fun, engaging, and exciting. All are welcome! Class accompanied by live drumming. On the Arts Festival Entertainment Stage.

West African Drum Class

Crested Butte Community School 818 Red Lady Ave., Crested Butte, CO

Join Etienne Tolno from Guinea, West Africa for an all age and ability drum class. Etienne is a joyful and kind teacher who is passionate about sharing the art of hand drumming. Come experience traditional African rhythms and the joy of making music! Everyone is welcome and drums will be provided. On the Arts Festival […]

Coal Creek Trio Live at The River Bar

Garlic Mike's River Bar 2674 Hwy 135, Gunnison, CO, United States

Come soak your liver by the river and enjoy our live music and relaxing atmosphere at the Garlic Mike's River Bar! Safety First! Take that convenient free RTA bus to the Tall Texan stop and walk 75 yards to Garlic Mike's. To find out more about the bands, go to Garlicmikes.com. For any questions regarding […]

West African Dance Performance

Crested Butte Community School 818 Red Lady Ave., Crested Butte, CO

Experience incredible African drum and dance performance! West African artists, Mami Sayon Camara and Etienne Tolno of the Kissidugu Foundation will be joined by long-time students of the African arts for a showcase of traditional Guinean rhythms and dance. Come and enjoy the dynamic and exciting percussion, choreography, songs, and more of Guinea, West Africa. […]

Outdoor Screening

Crested Butte Community School 818 Red Lady Ave., Crested Butte, CO

*** OUTDOOR SCREENING ON FESTIVAL LAWN *** PRESENTED BY - CRESTED BUTTE FILM FESTIVAL MOONAGE DAYDREAM is not a documentary. It is a genre-defying cinematic experience based on one of the most iconic and global rock stars of all time, destined to be one of the defining cultural moments of the year. On the Arts […]

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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