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.

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  • Polar Bears, Penguins and Prayer Flags

    Terrible Mountain Gallery 409 Main St, Pitkin, CO, United States

    Eric Larsen has spent the past 30 years traveling in some of the most remote and extreme environments on the planet. To date, Eric has completed more North and South […]

    Free

  • Native Gardens

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

    Good fences make good neighbors...right? From the outrageous mind of playwright Karen Zacarias (Destiny of Desire) comes this hot new comedy about the clash of class and culture that pushes […]

    $5 – $25

  • Native Gardens

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

    Good fences make good neighbors...right? From the outrageous mind of playwright Karen Zacarias (Destiny of Desire) comes this hot new comedy about the clash of class and culture that pushes […]

    $5 – $25
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Sundays @ 6 | Ruby Dice

    Legion Park Gunnison, CO, United States

    Sundays @ 6 is a free summer concert series in Legion Park, featuring live music every Sunday evening along with food trucks, artisan booths, face painting and special VIP events. […]

    Free
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Alpenglow: John King

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

    ÒEveryone has fallen in love,Ó says King. ÒEveryoneÕs had a broken heart. Everyone knows what it feels like to start growing up. I want to create music that speaks to […]

    Free
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Summer Classics: National Repertory Orchestra

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

    The 2026 NRO Alumni String Quartet brings together four accomplished young musicians from across the country for a dynamic chamber performance shaped by impressive training and rising professional careers. Featuring […]

    Free
  • Gunnison Sunset

    The Itals

    The Live from Mt. Crested Butte (presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association) series returns! The Itals will take the stage on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Join […]

    Free

  • 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

  • Asleep At The Wheel

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

    Asleep At The Wheel returns to the I Bar Ranch with their unique sounds of Western Swing, flying the flag of Bob Wills! A night not to miss!

  • Gunnison Sunset

    Sugarbush @ Butte 66

    Butte 66 10 Crested Butte Way, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Free music with Sugarbush @ Butte 66

  • Tunes at 10 Peaks

    Umbrella Bar Ten Peaks - Top of Painter Boy Lift

    Tunes at 10 Peaks, a Sunday afternoon Music Series presented by KBUT and CBMR. Select Sundays from 2-5pm in late Summer. July 19th is Rachel VanSlyke and Friends.

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