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.
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!
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 […]
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.
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!
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.
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 […]
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.
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
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!
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.
Come watch the Rapids vs. Vancouver game with WESA! Admission is free, donations are suggested. Can't wait to see you there!
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 5 pm on Thursday, May 16 for Crafternoon. For May we will enjoy a calligraphy workshop instructed by local artist William Tintera. Learn simple Roman calligraphy techniques including letterform and spacing. Send some snail mail demonstrating your new skills with a pre-postaged post card! Crafternoons are monthly maker-oriented […]
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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