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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.

13th annual Crested Butte Film Festival

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

Named one of the "25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World" by Movie Maker Magazine, Crested Butte Film Festival is all about engaging with film and with each other. Tucked away in the beautiful mountain town of Crested Butte, with an atmosphere of inspiration fueled by great films, shared experiences, bike rides, hikes, and magical […]

Various

Women’s Networking Night

Bonez 130 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO

Join us for our September Women's Networking Night Come network with the wonderful ladies of the Gunnison Valley. Join us Wednesday, September 27th from 5:30-7:30 at BONEZ in Crested Butte. We just love the atmosphere here! BONEZ offers an eclectic yet simple menu of everything from do-it-yourself guac to delicious tacos and enchiladas. And of […]

$5.00

Part I: A Community Conversation on Climate:

Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Please join us at the Gunnison Library at 6 pm on Wednesday and Thursday, September 27 and 28, for A Community Conversation on Climate: Simple, Serious, and Solvable. Wednesday September 27th at 6pm Colleen Cope: The Science of a Changing Climate Thursday September 28th Bruce Bartleson & Ricardo Vazquez Perales Bruce Bartleson will discuss: Climate […]

free

Peanut Lake / Lower Loop Trail Run

Totem Pole Park in Crested Butte 227 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Course: From 3rd & Maroon @ Totem Pole Park, Run with the High School Cross Country team out Peanut Lake Road and back on Lower Loop Trail. All entry fees and donations go to the Titan Booster Club supporting High School sports. Distance: 4 or 6 miles on single track trails, dirt roads and paved […]

Free

M. John Fayhee returns to Crested Butte!

Rumors and Townie Books 414 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

M. John Fayhee is coming to Crested Butte to read from and sign copies of his latest book, ÒA Long Tangent: Musings from an old man, his young dog & a quest to hike every day for a year.Ó ÒI am really looking forward to returning to Townie Books, where I have done numerous readings […]

Part II: A Community Conversation on Climate:

Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Please join us at the Gunnison Library at 6 pm on Wednesday and Thursday, September 27 and 28, for A Community Conversation on Climate: Simple, Serious, and Solvable. Wednesday September 27th at 6pm Colleen Cope: The Science of a Changing Climate Thursday September 28th Bruce Bartleson & Ricardo Vazquez Perales Bruce Bartleson will discuss: Climate […]

free

TICtalks: These Wild Lands

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

The Community Foundation of the Gunnison Valley and Western Colorado University are enthusiastically partnering to present TICtalks: These Wild Lands on the evening of Thursday, September 28 in the University Center Theatre on campus. In this, the fourth installment of TICtalks, we will hear from Western faculty, alum, students and collaborators who all have deep […]

Free

Harvest Hoedown

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

Come celebrate the end of the harvest season with us! There will be dancing, activities, and loads of fun! Live music by square dance caller Andrea Earley-Coen and her band. T-shirt printing provided by Mountain Roots. Bring your own shirt, tote, or other article of cloth to print a unique design on!

$30

WCU Homecoming Lighting of the W Party

Paul M. Rady School 777 E. Georgia Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

Groove to the Tunes of Salida Din, a Timeless Classic Rock Band! This will be the 100th year of the annual Lighting of the W. Indulge in delectable appetizers, refreshing drinks and celebrate cherished traditions! Plus, we will have more food for purchase from the NEW Vegan AF food truck and Log Dawgs. Salida Din […]

FREE

River Bar Grand Finale w/ Music by Coal Creek Trio

Garlic Mike's River Bar 2674 Hwy 135, Gunnison, CO, United States

Come soak your liver by the river and enjoy our live music and relaxing atmosphere at the Garlic Mike's River Bar! Safety First! Take that convenient free RTA bus to the Tall Texan stop and walk 75 yards to Garlic Mike's. To find out more about the bands, go to Garlicmikes.com. For any questions regarding […]

Easy Jim, Live at Oktoberfest CB South

Red Mountain Park Teocalli Road, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

Zuni Street Brewing presents Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead live at the 2023 Oktoberfest Celebration in CB South at Red Mountain Park on Saturday, September 30th at 6:30pm. Tickets and event information can be found at oktoberfest2023.com.

$20

OKTOBERFEST

Gunnison Bank and Trust 232 W Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States
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

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