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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  • Live Music with Jordan Brandenburg

    Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

    Growing up the son of a minister in Tyler, Texas, Jordan was introduced to music in church at an early age but didn't become interested in bluegrass until high school. […]

    FREE
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    Boombox

    The Live from Mt. Crested Butte (presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association) series returns! Boombox will take the stage on Saturday, July 4, 2026. Join us […]

    Free

  • Live Music with Beer Hunter

    Zuni West Brewing 235 Elcho Ave, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

    All the way from the banks of the East River, "Beer Hunter" plays Countrybilly-style music. Acoustic, electric, original and Americana.

    FREE

  • 4th of July Celebration!

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

    The Texas Troubadour- Life on the road, traveling the world all for the sake of a song. Floyd Bauler has been living a snow bird's life, migrating to Crested Butte […]

  • Gunnison Sunset

    Sundays @ 6 | Coal Creek Connection

    Legion Park Gunnison, CO, United States

    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. […]

    Free
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    Alpenglow: JD Clayton

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

    The Fort Smith Arkansas native, JD Clayton, released his debut album Long Way From Home, early last year which has received overwhelming critical acclaim. There's no artifice surrounding the Arkansas-born […]

    Free

  • Art of Alignment

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

    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 […]

    $20
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    Summer Classics: Acoustic Eidolon

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

    Acoustic Eidolon is the Colorado-based duo of Joe Scott and Hannah Alkire, known for creating a distinctive "new acoustic" sound that blends Celtic, Americana, world, and flamenco influences with striking […]

    Free
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    Rattlesnake Milk

    The Live from Mt. Crested Butte (presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association) series returns! Rattlesnake Milk will take the stage on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. Join […]

    Free
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    2026 Arts Ball

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

    Join us for our annual fundraiser, the Arts Ball! Immerse yourself in an evening bursting with artistic energy-captivating live performances, art and color everywhere you turn, an exquisite dinner paired […]

  • Native Gardens

    Mallardi Cabaret Theatre 403 2nd Street, 2nd Floor, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Good fences make good neighbors...right? From the outrageous mind of playwright Karen Zacarias (Destiny of Desire) comes this hot new comedy about the clash of class and culture that pushes […]

    Free

  • Polar Bears, Penguins and Prayer Flags

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

    Eric Larsen has spent the past 30 years traveling in some of the most remote and extreme environments on the planet. To date, Eric has completed more North and South […]

    Free

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