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.
Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.
Explore the winter landscape of Snodgrass Mountain with Ken Williams, Senior Scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, and his field team. Learn how snowpack measurements help predict water availability and […]
Come see Gunnison Valley's favorite 3 piece jazz band...the Quartz Alley Combo. Playing this Friday evening at Crested Bucha from 6-9pm. Free event.
Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 6 pm on Tuesday, March 10 for Crafternoon. For March we'll be making bedazzled books! Bring your own book to bedazzle or […]
Friday, March 13th | 5:30 - 7:30 PM Get creative with resin in this hands-on class led by artist Shana Vogel! Learn the basics of working with resin while designing […]
2026 Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour hosted by Crested Butte Search and Rescue. Two night of mountain sports and mountain culture films - different films each night. Fundraising […]
Dance the night away to hot disco, funk, and soul beats! Dress up and get down as we crown 2026 Disco Prince and Princess Royalty! KBUT's Disco Inferno is a […]
Celebrate the end of the ski season and the live Grateful Dead experience with Easy Jim at the Center for the Arts Crested Butte on Thursday, April 2nd at 8pm. […]
Happy little trees await! Join artist Sarah Sharsmith for a joyful and relaxed night of painting inspired by the legendary Bob Ross. Follow along step-by-step as you create your own […]
Saturday, May 9th | 3:30 - 6:30 PM Celebrate Mother's Day with a hands-on workshop led by local artist Shana Vogel. Participants will create their own resin jewelry-perfect for gifting […]
Build your skills in both wheel throwing in this daytime 5-week series. Beginner and Intermediate levels welcome. Instructor: Lauren Roullier $200 Member | $250 Non-Member
Try the Wheel: Date Night / Friends Night | Ages 15+ First Friday Art Walk | June 5; 5:30-8:00 PM Spin the wheel with friends or a partner in this […]
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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