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.

  • Freshly Sprouted Improv Comedy

    Crested Butte Mountain Theatre 403 2nd Street, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Picture this: a group of brave souls gathered in the cozy cabaret theatre, surrounded by the majestic mountains of CB, where the snow is melting faster than the punchlines. The air is crisp, the jokes are crisper, and the only thing blooming faster than the wildflowers is the hilarity on stage. Our very own, Subject2Change […]

    $15
  • Beers Bands and Barb Wire Strands

    I Bar Ranch 850 Co Rd 49, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Colorado Backcountry Hunters & Anglers is throwing the biggest Public Lands Party of the Year May 16th-18th to celebrate Colorado Public Lands Day! Festivities will include a Wildlife Conservation Project, Live Music, Great Prizes, Vendors, Onsite Camping, Food, Beverages, Bonfires and Camaraderie - all on tap for this event! This event is FREE open to […]

    free
  • Saturday Clay Day: Ceramic Planters

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

    Join Cat Avila for a fun and family-friendly ceramic workshop where you'll create your own unique planters! Perfect for youth and their families, this hands-on class will guide you through the process of shaping, decorating, and personalizing ceramic planters. Learn basic hand-building techniques and let your creativity bloom as you craft one-of-a-kind pieces that are […]

    $29.75 – $35
  • Super Saturday Storytime!

    Crested Butte Library 507 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, May 17 for Super Saturday Storytime. May's theme is Royal Revelry! Stories and an activity for the whole fam. Free & open to the public.

    free
  • Saturday Clay Day: Ceramic Planters

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

    Join us for a hands-on ceramic planter class with the talented artist Cat Avila! In this workshop, you'll learn the fundamentals of hand-building techniques to create your own unique, beautiful planter. Cat will guide you through the process from start to finish, including shaping, texturing, and finishing details. Whether you're a seasoned maker or a […]

    $38.25 – $45
  • Bruce Hayes & and Ragged Mtn Bluegrass

    I Bar Ranch 850 Co Rd 49, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Live music from Bard Edington at 5:00pm and Bruce Hayes and Ragged Mtn Bluegrass at 6:30pm

    $15 – $20
  • Karaoke at Montanya

    Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

    Karaoke Night at Montanya Saturday, May 17th, 6-9 PM. 204 Elk Ave - Montanya Tasting Room. Rum cocktails to fuel your courage. All voices welcome-from shy singers to local legends. Good vibes, great drinks, and unforgettable moments

    Free
  • Freshly Sprouted Improv Comedy

    Crested Butte Mountain Theatre 403 2nd Street, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Picture this: a group of brave souls gathered in the cozy cabaret theatre, surrounded by the majestic mountains of CB, where the snow is melting faster than the punchlines. The air is crisp, the jokes are crisper, and the only thing blooming faster than the wildflowers is the hilarity on stage. Our very own, Subject2Change […]

    $15
  • 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
  • Montanya Bingo Night

    Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

    B-I-N-G-O and cocktails, oh my! Join us for Bingo Night at Montanya - Tuesday, May 20th from 6-8PM! We're keeping the off-season vibes strong with free-to-play bingo, happy hour specials all night, and the chance to win fun prizes. $3 off select cocktails, $5 off select food. No cost to play- just bring your awesome […]

    Free
  • Wednesday Night Meditation and Dharma Talk

    Sanctuary Somatics 513 S Main 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
  • Cocktail Seminar: The Tipsy Typewriter

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

    Raise a glass to literary greats with an evening of cocktails inspired by the masters of the written word. On the eve of the Mountain Words Literary Festival, we'll shake, stir, and sip our way through the Hemingway Daiquiri, Fitzgerald Fizz, and Poe Punch-each crafted with flavors as bold and nuanced as the writers themselves. […]

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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