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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.

alpenglow: karina rykman

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

Karina Rykman plays bass, sings, jumps around, and laughs a lot. In doing so, she has garnered rare attention and avid listenership. Straddling the worlds of jam rock and indie pop drenched in psychedelia, Karina's effervescent presence comes to life in musical form.

Free

summer classics: miguel espinoza fusion duo

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

Miguel Espinoza Fusion Duo, the combined beating heart of world-class musicians Miguel Espinoza (guitar) and Dianne Betkowski (cello), invites the listener into a rich and colorful symposium of musical traditions. Firm roots in flamenco, classical, and jazz are woven through with North African rhythms, Celtic whimsy, and Brazilian expressions for a sound that is transformative, […]

Free

Live! from Mt. Crested Butte

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

Nestled deep in the beautiful Kootenay mountains of Western Canada lies the home of Moontricks, a duo whose timeless sound captures the essence of their rugged roots. Combining their love of folk, blues, and electronic music, Nathan Gurley and Sean Rodman are blazing their own trail, birthing an authentically raw and seductive sound infusing grassroots […]

Yonder Mtn String Band, Leftover Salmon,

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

Tincup Mtn Whiskey & Relix Present, Yonder Mountain String Band, Railroad Earth, & Leftover Salmon....yes all in one night! On site camping available

$75 – $200

Improv Workshop

Crested Butte Mountain Theatre 403 2nd Street, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Discover the joy of improvisation with our series of engaging workshops over the next four months! No experience is necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and creativity. Unleash your imagination, build confidence, and have fun! This is a great way to hang out with the theatre community in the valley. Come play with Subject to Change!

Free

Live Music at Zuni West Brewing

Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

A four-piece Neo-Soul/Jazz Funk Fusion group based in Durango, Colorado featuring Evan Stambler on Drums, Gabe Neymark on Keys, Jay Harootunian on Bass, and Eli Emmitt on guitar and vocals. Filled to the brim with jazzy transitions, soulful vocals, and spacey jams. The Eli Emmitt Band grew from Eli's passion and songwriting into a band […]

FREE

Easy Jim, Live at the Elevation Hotel and Spa

Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead performs on the Jose patio at the Elevation Hotel in Mt. Crested Butte on Saturday, August 17th from 5-8pm. The show is free and more information can be found at www.easyjimband.net.

Free

Gunnison Music Cruise

Sanctuary Somatics 513 S Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Join the Gunnison Resiliency Project for the third music cruise of summer 2024 featuring Alternative People. We'll meet up at Sanctuary Somatics between 5:30 and 6 p.m. and then cruise up to finish in the parking lot at Natural Grocers to close with a set at 7 p.m.. This concert is sponsored by Sanctuary Somatics […]

Western Wednesdays at the Majestic

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

Stop by the 3rd Wednesday of every month for a new Majestic tradition - Western Wednesdays! Each month, we'll be screening a classic cowboy flick for free! This month's Western is a PG rated classic western from the 60s featuring a remarkable friendship.

FREE

Mid-Week on Main Street

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

Join for this FREE Music Series once a month in the IOOF Park in Gunnison - Main Street & Virginia Avenue. 5:30 pm start. Picnic in the park, relax and enjoy community gathering. Log Dawg Hot Dog Cart on hand for food service. 1880 Tapas & Spirits open for dinner or pick up your favorite […]

FREE

Live Music at Zuni West Brewing

Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

Casey Falter is a Crested Butte, Colorado-based guitarist/loop artist and audio technician who performs in venues around tourist destinations in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. His live performances can be heard on the "Adventure Acoustic Guitar' series of releases.

FREE

Elvis Has Left the Building

Step into the hilariously chaotic world of "Elvis Has Left the Building" directed by Michael Baim and starring Jack Gibbons & Barron Farnell. It's December 20, 1970, and the King of Rock 'n' Roll, Elvis Presley, has mysteriously disappeared. With a sold-out Christmas show and no Elvis in sight, his manager, Colonel Parker, is in […]

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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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