Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

Explore events and things to do in Gunnison and Crested Butte, from weekend festivals and live music to outdoor adventures and cultural experiences. Whether you’re visiting for a few days or planning a longer stay, there’s always something happening in the Gunnison Valley. Find events happening today, this weekend, and throughout the year across every season. Use this guide to plan your trip and make the most of your time in Gunnison and Crested Butte.

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    Kirtan with OhmZone

    Dragon Asana 322 North Main Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Share the love and experience the connection through collective, repetitive singing of sacred mantras.

    $20
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    Summer Classics: Quartz Alley Combo

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

    Quartz Alley Combo is a Crested Butte-based quartet known for mixing modern and vintage jazz with a playful, adventurous spirit and a strong sense of place. Drawing inspiration from the classic small-group tradition while bringing their own fresh energy, the band moves comfortably between straight-ahead swing, soulful grooves, and inventive reinterpretations that keep their performances […]

    Free
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    Dave Pinkerton

    Sage Grouse Lounge 110 E Georgia Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Dave Pinkerton plays the banjo for happy hour!

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    Full Moon Meditation & Sound- Strawberry Moon

    Dragon Asana 322 North Main Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Astrologically, this lunar event is all about finding a healthy equilibrium and doing the hard work to reach your ambitions. A guided meditation and sound healing experience focused on reflection, awareness, and release, inspired by the energy of the full moon. This practice offers space to pause, reset, and connect inward through breath, stillness, and […]

    $10 – $20

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    Billy Allen + The Pollies

    The Live from Mt. Crested Butte (presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association) series returns! Billy Allen + The Pollies will take the stage on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Join us at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area for free live music. Local opener at 5:30 […]

    Free
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    Crested Butte Social Party

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

    Join the Crested Butte Museum for an old fashioned social with vinyls on the turntables and live music from the band San Leandro. Featuring local vendors, activities, craft stations, a photo booth, food trucks, and more, this event is our 22nd annual party on July 2nd. Suggested Attire: dress as your favorite local tradition FREE […]

    $20
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    Corb Lund

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

    Corb Lund live in concert at the I Bar Ranch

    $30 – $35
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    Mt. Crested Butte’s Independence Day Celebration &

    Red Lady Stage 12 Snowmass Rd, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    The Mt. Crested Butte Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks will be held on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 5 to 10 pm at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR) Base Area. Fireworks will start around 9:30 pm. Join us for a free family-friendly concert and Independence Day celebration. Featuring live […]

    FREE
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    Try the Wheel: Date Night / Friends Night

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

    Join us during First Friday Art Walks for a relaxed evening of clay. Have a drink, try the wheel with friends or a partner, and enjoy a welcoming, beginner-friendly studio - no experience required. Instructor: Lauren Roullier. $42 Member | $50 Non-Member

    $50

  • Exhibit Opening Reception

    Terrible Mountain Gallery 409 Main St, Pitkin, CO, United States

    Join us for an evening celebrating the distinct visions of artists Cody Kuehl and Elizabeth Dryden in the Ascent & Confluence Exhibit Rooms at Terrible Mountain Gallery. *Charcuterie Provided

    Free
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    Floyd Bauler @ The Whammy Bar

    The Whammy Bar 126 N Main, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Floyd Bauler live!! check it out: https://www.floydbauler.com/

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