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.
Come be transported and amazed at this original African Arts Theater show, LibertŽ, choreographed by world renown West African artist, Fara Tolno. LibertŽ is French for Freedom, and this dynamic show will tell a story of humanity through music, movement, multimedia and more. A full live orchestra of Western and traditional African instruments will accompany […]
Join Heather and Steve Hughes, Gunnison Valley Theatre Festival Co-Founders and Artistic Directors, for a lively, fun evening of stories and readings of their short, original plays. Come learn about The Gunnison Valley Theatre Festival, drink some wine, eat some ramen, and laugh a whole lot, all while supporting this Summer's Gunnison Valley Theatre Festival […]
Join Us For A Ladies Ski Day! ?? Join us for an exhilarating ski day at Crested Butte Mountain Resort on Sunday, March 3rd. Whether you're a seasoned skier or new to the sport, it's a day of fun, laughter, and empowerment on the slopes. We'll meet by the fire pit in Mountaineer Square at […]
Mikey Mestas will bring fun for all the b-boys and b-girls! Wear clean sneakers and come ready to break dance! All ages welcome- children under 6 need to be accompanied by an adult. Have some fun!
All level dance class with amazing guest West African artists accompanied by live music of master musicians. Everyone welcome! Wear comfortable clothes that allow for a full range of motion.
Family friendly night of fun! Join visiting West African artists for an interactive drum class (drums provided), performance and cultural dialogue exchange. All are welcome. Free event to families, residents, and visitors of the Gunnison Valley.
Join us for a special 4 Night run with Spafford at the Public House in Crested Butte, CO February 29th-March 3rd 2024. Spafford is known for their astonishing improvisational ability and off-the-cuff extended jams, Spafford paints a picture in real-time each night with a musical palette known only to each other. It's a private language […]
Step back in time and join us at the Crested Butte Museum for our Trivia Series, taking place every Tuesday in March. Each week, we present you with rotating themes that will challenge your knowledge. A pop-up bar serving drinks and eats will be open. Register your team to get a chance at winning prizes! […]
Egg Trays Tuesday, March 5th, 5:30 to 8:30pm $60/Adult includes supplies, instructions, glazing, firing, snacks and laughs. Indulge your creative spirit and discover the joy of crafting with clay in our Ceramic Hand-Building Egg Tray Class. Whether you're a novice or an experienced ceramic enthusiast, this class is designed to guide you through the process […]
Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
Please join at the Gunnison Library us on Thursday, February 7 for a poetry reading and community potluck with special guest: poet aaron a. abeyta. Each poem, those personal gestures of honesty, compassion, healing and joy are our attempts to enter a temporal and sacred space-where the universal and the personal meet at the confluence […]
We can't wait to rock with you on the Headspace album release tour! Hailing from the North Carolina countryside, or "The Middle of Nowhere" as it is lovingly dubbed on their debut album, the 6-headed musical monster known as "Big Something" has steadily become one of the most unique and exciting rock bands to emerge […]
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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