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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Join HCCA on Sunday, August 9, at 4 PM at The Depot for an evening of community, celebration, and inspiration as we kick off HCCA's 50th Anniversary. Hear from special guest Jason Blevins of The Colorado Sun on the challenges facing the Gunnison Country.
Jim Davidson performs every Sunday this summer season at Garlic Mike's River Bar in Gunnison, CO from 5:30pm to 8:30pm starting on 6/21/2026. The River Bar is located on the Gunnison River and is THE best outdoor venue in Gunnison; so, come on by and enjoy the soothing sounds of the river, great service, eats […]
Sundays @ 6 is a free summer concert series in Legion Park, featuring live music every Sunday evening along with food trucks, artisan booths, face painting and special VIP events. Running June 21 - August 9, 2026 August 9: Opal Moon Evelyn Roper is planted in roots music. Her songwriting reflects that with an emphasis […]
Limited to 6 students, this class offers a rare opportunity to explore postural alignment through the lens of yoga kurunta - the "yoga of ropes" developed by B.K.S. Iyengar using suspended ropes anchored to the wall. Iyengar drew on the ancient practice of using natural supports like vines and tree limbs, formalizing it into a […]
Chantil Dukart is an award-winning contemporary jazz pianist and vocalist with roots in the Tsimshian and Sugpiaq tribes of Alaska. Dukart has performed with leading voices in contemporary music, including Esperanza Spalding, Nikki Glaspie (Beyonce, Dumpstaphunk), Michael Pilot (Hamilton) and Guggenheim fellow Nicholas Galanin, at notable venues including the Kennedy Center, The Smithsonian, Kuumbwa Jazz […]
In the heart of the Quartz Creek Valley, where the echoes of history meet the stillness of the wild, we invite you to find your center. Held within the walls of a historic 1898 saloon turned fine art gallery, The Art of Alignment is more than a yoga class-it is a weekly sanctuary for those […]
Junwen Liang is a Chinese pianist celebrated for performances marked by poetic refinement, intellectual depth, and remarkable sensitivity at the keyboard. Praised by Richard Goode as a "very gifted pianist and a musician of great sensitivity," Liang has earned growing recognition as both a soloist and collaborative artist, with appearances alongside orchestras including the Central […]
Lift your friends, build trust, and discover what you're truly capable of - AcroYoga is as fun as it is empowering. Acro yoga is the practice of connection, communication, and trust. This class is designed to help you move beyond what you think is possible and experience strength, balance, and teamwork in a supportive, welcoming […]
The Gunni Grinder is 120 miles of pure Colorado gravel grit. Starting and finishing near downtown Gunnison, this course throws down some of Gunnison County's toughest, most remote, and jaw-dropping gravel and dirt roads. Big climbs. Big miles. Big views. This is backcountry gravel at its finest. Not ready to go full send? The Gunni […]
Join Colorado Historian Dr. D Vandenbusche on a full day tour of Ohio Creek & Ohio Pass history. Lunch and transportation to and from the Museum is included in your ticket price A few bits of history you will learn on tour: Gary Steffans Joe Peanuts Coal - Baldwin and Kubler King's Ranch Denver South […]
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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