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.
Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.
Experience The ReMemberers as they bring The Firebird to life through a spellbinding blend of ritual storytelling, global song, live instrumentation, and theatre. This multidisciplinary trio-Violet Southard, Alex Harvey, and […]
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 […]
Line Dancing | Ages 15+ 4 Tuesdays, October 6th - 27th | 5:45 - 6:45 PM Get moving and have fun with a high-energy line dancing class for all skill […]
Jim Davidson returns to billy barr in the Elevation Resort & Spa from 8pm to 11pm to lay down some old-school traditional fingerstyle guitar and vocal renditions of country. folk, […]
Join Gunnison Valley Health and Gunnison Tough for a night dedicated to women’s wellness and self-care. Schedule your free mammogram, discover women’s health resources available right here in the Valley, […]
Join us for a hilariously spirited night of bingo, rum, and big-time bragging rights! Hosted by our friends at Quiz Quiz Bang Bang, this isn’t your grandma’s bingo—expect music, laughs, […]
Join us for a casual drop-in event to learn more about Lower Loop Trailhead planning and share ideas!
Jim Davidson hosts Open Mic Night every Thursday at Crested Bucha in Gunnison, CO fom 7pm to 10pm. Crested Bucha has the best acoustic music listening room in Gunnison in […]
Burlesque Solo Technique | Ages 18+ Every Other Friday, October 9th + 23rd & November 6th + 20th | 6:30 - 8:00 PM Explore burlesque movement, confidence, and performance through […]
Jim Davidson performs every Saturday at Brühaus Mountain Tavern in Crested Butte, CO starting at 3pm. Brühaus has the best outdoor patio on Elk Avenue; so, come on by and […]
Dancer-size | Ages 15+ 5 Sundays, October 11th - November 8th | 9:00 - 10:00 AM Get moving, build strength, and have fun! This energetic class combines easy-to-follow dance cardio […]
Valley Voices: Service, Hospitality, Construction & Skilled Trades Valley Voices is a recurring discussion series bringing people together from across the Valley to talk openly about mental health, wellbeing, community […]
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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