Events for January 12 – January 19 – Crested Butte + Gunnison

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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.

Beginner Wheel Throwing

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

Unwind and get creative in the evenings with Wheel Throwing led by the talented Cassandra Duft. This class is designed for all skill levels, whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced potter looking to refine your technique. Cassandra will guide you through the process of centering, shaping, and glazing as you create your own […]

$300

Munchkin’s Music and Dance

High Attitude Dance Academy 120 N Wisconsin St, Gunnison, CO, United States

These fun- and joy-filled classes are for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers. Immerse your child in the language of music! Class runs for 10 weeks, and includes music and a book to take home.

$195

CRWC Lunch & Learn

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Did you know that by the end of 2025, it is a requirement that all employers must be in compliance with the new requirement that employers must offer a retirement program to their employees? The requirement is for businesses that have been in business for at least two years with 5+ employees. There is no […]

Free

And Series: Florals + Fuzzy Navels

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

Join Deirdre Jones for a vibrant floral acrylic painting workshop where you'll create a beautiful flower composition with a complementary background. Begin by painting the background color, then bring your floral design to life. Finally, enhance your artwork by painting the negative space around the flowers in white, making them pop. With still life arrangements […]

$45

Highlife

Highlife plays Heavyweight Mountain Soul music. A collection of original compositions and covers consisting of classic funk, R&B and blues make up their setlist. The local band consists of harmonic melodies from Stephanie Stephenson, funky trumpet lines and solos by Paul Barney, and a solid rhythm section of Aaron Tomcak on lead guitar and vocals, […]

Pinnacle Orthopedics Community Race

Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

The Pinnacle Orthopedics Community Races are a fun way to get outside, exercise, meet new people, and challenge yourself. Each week is a different format and location, with races ranging from 5 km to 20 km and a 1 km and 3 km kids' race. Receive points for each race and compete towards overall prizes […]

Dungeons & Dragons One Shot

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

A Quest Awaits You Adventurer! Adventurers, your skills are needed! A daring one-shot Dungeons & Dragons quest awaits those brave enough to answer the call. Storyweaver Games beckons you to join a legendary one-night adventure! A mysterious mission awaits - your party will face dangerous foes, uncover ancient secrets, and forge your own legendary tale. […]

Free

2024 Marmot Awards Gala

Mallardi Cabaret Theatre 403 2nd Street, 2nd Floor, Crested Butte, CO, United States

The Crested Butte Mountain Theatre's annual awards gala THE GOLDEN MARMOT AWARDS will be a fun-filled review of 2024's productions and events. Who will we name Outstanding Actor and Actress? What play with be awarded Outstanding Production of the year? Sixteen awards for everything from Director to Set Design will be handed out. Come support […]

FREE

Mt Crested Butte Historic Pub Crawl

Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Our historic pub crawls are among some of our patrons favorite events. Each pub crawl usually features 2-3 different drinking establishments or historic buildings in The Gunnison Valley. The tour lasts about 2 hours and includes a drink at each location, and stories and history from local historians at each location. Commemorative pub mugs are […]

$35 – $40

No One Asked You

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

Comedian and disrupter extraordinaire Lizz Winstead (co-creator of The Daily Show) and her team of activists crisscross the U.S. to support abortion clinic staff and bust stigma. Pop culture icons and next-gen comics fuel this six-year road film activating small-town folks to rebuild vandalized clinics, exposing wrongdoer politicians, domestic terrorists, and media neglect as the […]

$14

Après Jazz

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

Cap off a great day on the slopes or join us after work for some casual jazz in the Kinder-Padon Gallery at the Center for the Arts! On January 21, we're excited to welcome the Domi Edson Trio, a Denver-based piano trio focused on catchy melodies, infectious swing, and joyful ensemble interplay.

Pinnacle Orthopedics Community Race

Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

The Pinnacle Orthopedics Community Races are a fun way to get outside, exercise, meet new people, and challenge yourself. Each week is a different format and location, with races ranging from 5 km to 20 km and a 1 km and 3 km kids' race. Receive points for each race and compete towards overall prizes […]

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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