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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.

Geology Jeep Tour

Crested Butte Crested Butte, CO, United States

Travel back in time 1.7 billion years with renowned local geologist and author, Dr. Amy Ellwein, aka "Dr.Rock" and learn about the incredible forces that shaped our beautiful valley! Catch a ride with JJ's Jeeps or follow along in your own 4x4.

$50 – $150

Paint Your Own Skateboard

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Choose a deck color, use tape and other objects to create a design and tag your skateboard with spray paint! Ages 7 to 107. Purchase of class allows entrance to Solstice Block Party | June 15th | 2pm-7pm

$75

African Dance Youth + Adult

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

Community Dance + Drumming Class and performance by Etienne Tolno on S. Main | 3:00pm Youth West African Dance + Drumming | 4:30pm - 5:30pm Adult West African Dance | 5:30pm - 6:30pm

$20

Ceramic Wall Pockets

Wonderland Clayworks 133 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

Adults- Ceramic Wall Pockets Saturday, June 15th, 5 - 8 pm In this 3-week course, students will create a one of a kind wind chime in clay and mix media. Register Here: https://www.wonderlandclayworks.com/service-page

$65

International Fly Fishing Film Festival (IF4) 2024

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

IF4ª is the world's leading fly-fishing film event, consisting of films produced by professional filmmakers from all corners of the globe and showcases the passion, lifestyle, and culture of fly fishing. It is the gathering place of the fly-fishing community and a celebration of friendship, fly-fishing stories and stoke. Fundraiser for the local Trout Unlimited […]

$15

Kids Creating in Clay – Wall Pockets

Wonderland Clayworks 133 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

Kids Creating in Clay- Wall Pockets Saturday 6/15 12:00-2:00 Students will create a playful wall pocket in clay! Register Here: https://www.wonderlandclayworks.com/service-page/kids-creating-in-clay-wall-pockets?referral=service_list_widget

$45

Sundays at 6

Legion Park Gunnison, CO, United States

Join us in Legion Park for free community concerts!

Rock’n’Roll Sports Ladies Night

Rock'n'Roll Sports 608 W. Tomichi Avenue, Gunnison, CO, United States

Rock'n'Roll Sports Ladies Night with Sage Mountain Bike Instruction's Erin Smith Wednesday, June 19 from 6-8 PM Rock'n'Roll Sports at 608 W. Tomichi Ave. In this beginner friendly event, Erin will discuss basic bike care and maintenance to be prepared for the trail. Join us for an opportunity to ask your biking questions and meet […]

Free

Taylor Downriver Race

Taylor River MM11 County Road 742, Almont, CO, United States

Are you ready to rumble on the river?! The Taylor downriver race will start at 5:30 p.m. on Friday, June 21st at Todd's Slot and take out at South Bank. Registration is $10 per person plus $10 per person for an ACA 1 day license, unless you have an ACA card. Onsite registration opens at […]

$20

CBFF Presents: The Zone of Interest

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

How is it that a family can live comfortably in its garden of vegetables and roses, while on the other side of its Auschwitz walls unspeakable horrors happen? Much in the same way that the horrors of today are allowed to exist as we reside blindly in our own zone of interest. A gorgeous, masterful […]

$15

3rd Annual Pedal Your Butte-Off! Challenge

Town Park 500-510 7th St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

The 3rd Pedal Your Butte-Off! Challenge will be held on Saturday, June 22nd is a "Human Powered Wheeled Event" where entrants use their creativity and imagination to build and enter a wheeled device powered only by humans (no motors of any kind allowed!). Entrants start and end at Town park and follow a pre-designated route […]

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Gunnison River Festival

Gunnison County Whitewater Park Highway 50, Gunnison, CO

Join us for the 22nd annual Gunnison River Festival at the Gunnison Whitewater Park. Boat Races start at 11am (be there early to register). Enjoy live music by Beer Hunter, face painting, fly casting games, live art, vendors, the Tacos La Esquina taco truck and more! To learn more or pre-register for boat competitions, please […]

Free

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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