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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.

Avalanche vs Capitals View Party

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

DOORS @ 7:00 PM | GAME @ 7:30 PM Come cheer on the Avalanche live on the big screen!

free

Pink in the Rink

Jorgensen Ice Rink 501 E Tomichi, Gunnison, CO, United States

PINK IN THE RINK WOMEN'S HOCKEY TOURNAMENT Every dollar we raise from this tournament goes to the Friends of Pink Program which is designated for financial assistance to individuals to […]

Varies

The Big Lebowski

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

Don your robes and get down to the Majestic for the 1998 cult classic Coen Brothers film - The Big LebowskiI! There will be White Russians a-plenty and a costume […]

$5

History & Dinner at the Magic Meadows Yurt

Magic Meadows Yurt 1599-501 Peanut Lake Rd, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Join us for an evening at the Magic Meadows Yurt for dinner and a history presentation by our curator. Cross country ski or snowshoe to the yurt under the stars, […]

$125 – $150

Ice Fishing Weekend Getaway

Blue Mesa Reservoir Gunnison, CO, United States

Have you ever wanted to ice fish Blue Mesa Reservoir, Colorado's largest body of water? Here's your chance! Join Gunnison guides Gabby, Ema, and Erin for a weekend-long ice fishing […]

$425

Alley Loop Nordic Race

Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

The Alley Loop is not your typical Nordic Marathon. It stands both as a premier American Birkebeiner Qualifying event, in addition to being Crested Butte's most outrageous costume party of […]

KIKKAN

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

Olympic Champion, Cancer Survivor, and Active Mom From her debut in Salt Lake City to a decisive sprint finish in Pyeongchang, Kikkan Randall defined her career through Olympic aspirations. Straight […]

$25

Ice Fishing Weekend Getaway – Day 2

Blue Mesa Reservoir Gunnison, CO, United States

Have you ever wanted to ice fish Blue Mesa Reservoir, Colorado;s largest body of water? Here's your chance! Join Gunnison guides Gabby, Ema, and Erin for a weekend-long ice fishing […]

$425

Gunnison Valentine Makers Market

Fred Field Center 275 S. Spruce St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Shop unique handcrafted items from local artists, bakers, makers and farmers to find the perfect gift for your Valentine's sweetheart! Plus enjoy lunch and other concessions. Application is now open […]

Free

Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part 1

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

Sponsored by GCAPP | Free! Saturday February 10th | 4:30 & 7:30 PM Ethan Hunt and the IMF team must track down a terrifying new weapon that threatens all of […]

Free

42nd Annual Wall to Wall Party Ft. The Magic Beans

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

Please join us for the 42nd annual Crested Butte Ski Patrol Wall to Wall Fundraiser. We are excited to announce that the 2024 event will be held at the Center […]

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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