Alley Loop Nordic Race
Elk Avenue Crested ButteThe 37th annual Alley Loop marathon will take place on Saturday, February 1st. Join us for race distances for the whole family ranging from a kids' 1k fun race all […]
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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.
Gothic Mountain Tour
Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United StatesA backcountry ski race circumnavigating Gothic Mountain. Join us for the 23-mile competitive race starting at the Community School or the 17-mile recreational division starting at the Snodgrass Trailhead.
$100
Pinnacle Orthopedics Community Race
Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United StatesThe Pinnacle Orthopedics Community Races are a fun way to get outside, exercise, meet new people, and challenge yourself. Each week is a different format and location, with races ranging […]
The Grand Traverse
Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United StatesThe legendary 40-mile backcountry ski race from Mt. CB to Aspen returns for the 27th annual edition. Registration opens December 1st at midnight. If you're not racing, join us at […]
$250
Beer Ski
Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United StatesTest your end-of-season endurance, Crested Butte Style! Four laps, four beers. Register for the 4-person relay or take on the ultimate challenge and go it solo, or register for the […]
Grin & Bear It Trail Run
Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United StatesThe Grin & Bear It is Crested Butte's oldest trail challenge. Historically presented as a sprint to Green Lake and back, this classic event has evolved to offer a 25k […]
Grand Traverse Mountain Run
Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United StatesThe Grand Traverse Mountain Run is a point-to-point ultra marathon from Crested Butte to Aspen, Colorado. The course follows the route of the Grand Traverse Backcountry Ski race. Runners travel […]
The Grand Traverse Bike
Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United StatesThe Grand Traverse Mountain Bike is no ordinary mountain bike race. It is a point-to-point from Aspen to Crested Butte, Colorado. In total, bikers travel 40 miles across the Elk […]
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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