Tunes at 10 Peaks
Tunes at 10 Peaks, a Sunday afternoon Music Series presented by KBUT and CBMR. Select Sundays from 2-5pm in late Summer. August 16th is Sam Heart.
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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Tunes at 10 Peaks, a Sunday afternoon Music Series presented by KBUT and CBMR. Select Sundays from 2-5pm in late Summer. August 16th is Sam Heart.
Big sound. Long roads. One last run. Little Feat brings The Last Farewell Tour to I Bar Ranch on August 16. A band that helped shape American rock, New Orleans grooves, and generations of live music lovers - under the open sky where it belongs. This isn't just a concert. It's a night of dust, […]
Spend a fun day with artist and instructor Beth Zink, exploring the properties of color, and how to use color to achieve a variety of effects in your paintings. It is a hands-on "color 101" approach, with all of us mixing, and testing our own "recipes" in our individual notebooks. We will also create some […]
Free | Hosted in CB South at Red Mountain Park CB Southplenglow is back with SteelyDead, plus Drew and Eli Emmitt opening up the night. Join us in CB South for one more great outdoor show to close out the summer. Steely Dead brings together the precision and jazz-rock sophistication of Steely Dan with the […]
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 […]
Spend a fun day with artist and instructor Beth Zink, learning how to paint a landscape with mountains and wildflowers. Beth takes you step by step through her painting process, teaching you tips, tricks and shortcuts throughout the day. Instruction is for beginners, but everyone is welcome. You will take home a completed 11x14 masterpiece, […]
Hey all! We are a collective of artists in Gunnison County redefining what it means to create in community. Come have a blast with us at our Third Thursday Art Pop Up! There will be a wide variety of local artists and live musicians, including some that will be hosting interactive booths such as printmaking, […]
Friday Clay Day | Ages 7+ Get your hands dirty at Friday Clay Day, a fun and exploratory class where each session brings a brand-new project! From functional pieces to creative sculptures, participants will experiment with different techniques and ideas while building confidence working with clay. Perfect for all levels, this class is all about […]
Join a fun weekend of trail building and comradery with loads of good food, beverage and good times while camping at a beautiful CB location.
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 […]
Community Connections - Brought to you by Crested Butte State of Mind in collaboration with Gunnison Arts Center Free | Open to all | Substance-free Last Wednesdays - 5:30 - 7:30 PM June 24th - Mindful Fiber Night with Hope Kesler July 29th - Affirmation Journals with Teresa Ely August 26th - Community Art Jam […]
Celebrate the start of the Fall 2026 semester with a free campus block party on the first Friday after students return. Hosted on South Main Street, the event will feature fun live music by Ozomatli and Western's Music Department, local food vendors, artists, and a beer garden. This celebration marks 125 years of community support […]
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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