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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

Monday night magic is an inclusive, for all ages, skill levels and deck competitiveness. Join us on Monday nights for casual Commander games where you can meet other local players […]

Free

Backyard Dinner

Crested Butte's Personal Chefs 241 Gillaspey Ave Unit 3, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Looking for a new place to eat out? Wanna skip the crowds? Check out the CBPC's backyard dinners in CB South featuring local producers. Buckel Family Wine will be there. […]

$45 – $80

Mountain Words Festival

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

The Mountain Words Festival is a multi-day literary celebration at nine-thousand feet, featuring readings, workshops, kids' events, parties, panel discussions, live theater, and more.

Natura de Libris Reception

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

Join us for the reception of Natura de Libris to celebrate the artist, Alvaro Alejandro. Featuring a robust bar menu as well as complimentary house wine or beer.

Free

Wild Feminine: Unbind + Clay Shrines

Sanctuary Somatics 513 S Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

EMBARK ON A TRANSFORMATIVE JOURNEY THROUGH CLAY IN THIS WILD FEMININE WORKSHOP SERIES Rooted in a fusion of artistry and somatics, these workshops offer a sacred space to explore, express, […]

$65 – $100

Date Night

Abra Karbin Ceramics 723 S 9th Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

Date Night Abra Karbin Studios | Gunnison, CO Fridays, May 24, June 28, July 26, and August 23. 6:00pm to 9:00pm This course is designed for couples who are looking […]

$60

Friday Night Magic

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

Friday night magic is an inclusive, for all ages, skill levels and deck competitiveness. Join us on Friday nights for casual mix of Magic The Gathering games where you can […]

Free

Mountain Words Festival

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

The Mountain Words Festival is a multi-day literary celebration at nine-thousand feet, featuring readings, workshops, kids' events, parties, panel discussions, live theater, and more.

Super Saturday Storytime!

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

EVENT DETAILS Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, May 25 for Super Saturday Storytime. May's theme is Royal Revelry so dress in your royal […]

free

Mountain Words Festival

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

The Mountain Words Festival is a multi-day literary celebration at nine-thousand feet, featuring readings, workshops, kids' events, parties, panel discussions, live theater, and more.

Author presentation on community read

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

The Gunnison Library's common read has been Playing with Wildfire by Laura Pritchett (free copies available at all libraries). She directs the MFA in Nature Writing at the university. On […]

Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead

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

Growler MTB weekend in Gunnison! Come camp out and listen to the sounds of the Grateful Dead, with the Gunnsion Valley's own Easy Jim. Opening support for the night kicks […]

$25 – $30

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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