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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.

Horseback Antler Shed Hunt

Crested Butte and Gunnison

Hunt antler sheds by horseback on opening weekend! Here's your chance to join Erin and friends on an exhilarating hunt for antler sheds through some of the most beautiful country on the Western Slope! We'll saddle up and venture into scenic wilderness areas, where we'll explore trails and open landscapes in search of antlers shed […]

$500

Gunnison Spring Fling Makers Market

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

Celebrate spring and Mother's Day at the Gunnison Spring Fling Makers Market! The market will feature local artists, bakers, makers and farmers with unique handcrafted gift items, fresh eggs, produce and plant starts, pickles, jams, gourmet candy, pottery and more!

Free

Monday Night Magic

Storyweaver Games 901 W Tomichi Unit 2, Gunnison, CO, United States

Monday night magic is an inclusive, for all ages, skill levels and deck competitiveness. Join us on Monday nights for casual Commander games where you can meet other local players and share deck builds or even learn how to play. This is an open play event, meaning no entry fee or tournament structure, just socializing […]

Free

Writers in Residence Welcome Reception

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

Join us in welcoming five wonderful new Writers in Residence to Crested Butte! Okwudili Nebeolisa, Amanda Rizkalla, Phil Coleman, Charlie Sorrenson, and Anna Claire will be writing in Crested Butte for the month of May, culminating in live readings of their writing projects during the Mountain Words Festival.

FREE

WESA Presents: Tacky Prom

Kochevar's Saloon 127 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Come dance the night away with your sweetheart at Tacky Prom at Kochevars! Wear your best tacky outfit from the decade of your choice, for the chance to be crowned Prom King or Queen. White Buffalo DJs will be blasting beats from all eras!

$20

Graceland Run at Hartman Rocks

A run from the New McCabe's trailhead, out Sandy Wash to Scary Hill Road then loop around Gateway trail to Josie's and onto Graceland and then return to the start. Great trails through the sagebrush and rocky outcroppings of Hartman Rocks. Distance is 7.1 miles (+974'), all on single track trails and dirt roads.

Free

Mother’s Day Flower Bar & Silent Auction

Trailhead Children's Museum 606 6th St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Come support the Trailhead Children's Museum and put together a one-of-a-kind bouquet for mom at the Mother's Day Flower Bar on Saturday, May 11 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Trailhead. Build your own bouquet - choose from different flower varieties at our Flower Bar to create a special Mother's Day bouquet for […]

Super Saturday Storytime!

Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

EVENT DETAILS Join us at the Gunnison Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, May 11 for Super Saturday Storytime. May's theme is Royal Revelry so dress in your royal best! There will be stories and an activity for the whole family. Free & open to the public.

free

Firebrand Soup Series

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

Do you miss your favorite Firebrand Soups? Our Series this month highlights Creamy Asparagus + Vegan Asparagus Learn from the legend herself, Heidi Magnus, how to make your favorite Firebrand Soups. The soup in this series is the iconic Creamy Asparagus + Vegan Asparagus May 11th | 3pm-5pm

$50 – $60

Mom + Son Dance Party

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

Bring your boys to eat pizza, do crafts, facepainting, play games, and dance! Spend some quality time with your little fella being silly, creative, and making memories. Join us in our first Mother Son Dance Party! Bring your boys to eat pizza, do crafts, facepainting, play games, and dance!

$25 – $30

West African Kora Experience

Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Join us at the Gunnison Library at 1:30 pm on Sunday, May 12 for an entertaining and immersive West African Kora experience! We'll learn how this impressive instrument is built, who typically plays it and the types of events it is often utilized at. Perfect for the whole family! Free & Open to the Public.

free

WESA Rapids vs. Vancouver Watch Party

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

Come watch the Rapids vs. Vancouver game with WESA! Admission is free, donations are suggested. Can't wait to see you there!

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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