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.

Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.

  • Floodgate Operators

    Ring in the New Year with Floodgate Operators at Zuni West in CB South!

    $20 – $25
  • Eli Emmitt Band with VERY Special Guests

    Almont Resort 10209 CO-135, Almont, CO

    A four piece (plus VERY special guests) soul project created in southwest Colorado. Drawing from the old and the new, their music blends influences like Stevie Wonder, and D'angelo with […]

    $25
  • Tyler Hansen @ billy barr

    billy bar at Elevation Hotel 500 Gothic Rd 2nd Level, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Set Break 7-8pm

    Free
  • Karaoke Night

    Blackstock Bistro 122 W Tomichi, Gunnison, CO, United States
  • Bill Dowell @billy barr

    billy bar at Elevation Hotel 500 Gothic Rd 2nd Level, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Set Break 7-8pm

    Free
  • Strand Hill @ billy barr

    billy bar at Elevation Hotel 500 Gothic Rd 2nd Level, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Set break 7-8pm

    Free
  • Chad live The Whammy Bar @ 7:00

    The Whammy Bar 126 N Main, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Buy one get one free Miller High Life and Rainer

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