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.

  • Monday Night Magic

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

    Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]

    Free
  • Blank

    An experience in co-creation of a one of a kind play where the audience participate in the writing and performing of their unique creation in the moment.

    $25
  • Big + Little Art

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

    Create, move, and bond in our Big + Little class with Kit Wijkowski! Explore art and movement together through painting, sculpture, music, and dance. This class fosters creativity and connection.

    $55.25 – $65
  • Sculptural Ceramics Weekend Workshop 16+

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

    Join Hannah Willis for two weekends of creativity and hands-on learning in our Ceramic Sculpture Workshop! This immersive session is perfect for those looking to explore the art of sculpting with clay. Guided by Hannah's expertise, you'll learn techniques for shaping, detailing, and firing clay to create a stunning, one-of-a-kind sculpture. Whether you're a beginner […]

    $85 – $100
  • March Meltdown

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

    Matchstick Productions, Mount Crested Butte, and JOSE at the Elevation Hotel are teaming up to throw a FREE end-of-season party benefiting the Crested Butte Avalanche Center. Join us at the Elevation Hotel & Spa on Saturday, March 29th, from 1-6 PM. We're celebrating another epic season with free live music, great vibes, and killer giveaways-including […]

    Free
  • I Love You Because

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

    A modern twist on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, set in New York City. A young, uptight greeting card writer's life is changed when he meets a flighty photographer. Together they learn to love each other not despite their faults, but because of them.

    $25
  • I Love You Because

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

    A modern twist on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, set in New York City. A young, uptight greeting card writer's life is changed when he meets a flighty photographer. Together they learn to love each other not despite their faults, but because of them.

    $25
  • Ghost-Note

    Ghostnote | Crested Butte Public House | March 29, 2025 GHOST-NOTE IS AN EXPLOSION OF SOUND. HEADED BY SNARKY PUPPY'S MULTI-GRAMMY-WINNING PERCUSSION DUO OF ROBERT "SPUT" SEARIGHT AND NATE WERTH, FEATURING AN EXPANSIVE ROSTER OF NEXT-LEVEL MUSICIANS - REPRESENTING MEMBERS OF PRINCE, SNOOP DOGG, ERYKAH BADU, HERBIE HANCOCK, KENDRICK LAMAR, MARCUS MILLER, TOTO, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE, […]

    $55
  • The Grand Traverse

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

    The legendary 40-mile backcountry ski race from Mt. CB to Aspen returns for the 27th annual edition. Registration opens December 1st at midnight. If you're not racing, join us at the CBMR base area to send racers off into the night!

    $250
  • A User’s Manual for Human Beings

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

    Join us from 3:30-5 pm at the Gunnison Library on Sunday, March 30 for an exploration of an understanding of life that guides us to peace of mind, regardless of circumstances. Ellen Friedman, M.A., Soul-Centered Professional Coach, will lead this thought-provoking and engaging discussion inspired by Mavis Karn's It's That Simple: A User's Manual for […]

    free
  • Monday Night Magic

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

    Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]

    Free
  • Wednesday Night Meditation and Dharma Talk

    Here and Now Acupuncture and Asian Medicine 115 S Colorado St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    The Way of Compassion Dharma Center is located in Carbondale, Colorado. The sister Dharma center is the Here and Now Center in Gunnison, CO. We also serve a virtual sangha of distributed practitioners across the nation. We are a Rime (non-sectarian) Buddhist center dedicated to the cultivation of wisdom and compassion through the study of […]

    By Donation

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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