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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.

May Crafternoon

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

Join us at the Gunnison Library at 5 pm on Thursday, May 16 for Crafternoon. For May we will enjoy a calligraphy workshop instructed by local artist William Tintera. Learn simple Roman calligraphy techniques including letterform and spacing. Send some snail mail demonstrating your new skills with a pre-postaged post card! Crafternoons are monthly maker-oriented […]

free

Free Mug Making Class – GRASP

Gunnison Valley Mentors 101 N 8th St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Free family mug making class at the Mentors Building in Gunnison on Friday, May 17th from 5:30-8:30 pm. Hosted by GRASP, GCSAPP. The Consortium (GRASP) initially consisted of 6 key organizations; Gunnison County Juvenile Services, Gunnison County Health and Human Services, the Health Coalition of the Gunnison Valley, the Center for Mental Health, Gunnison Valley […]

Free

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 meet other local players and share deck builds or even learn how to play. This is an open play event, meaning no entry fee or […]

Free

Sci-Friday!

Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

A fun, PG-13 Sci-Fi Movie curated by our very own Child of the Popcorn, Crystal Staggs, come unwind at the end of the week with a FREE, classic, and genuinely great science fiction film.

FREE

Kabaka Pyramid Live! at the Public House

Public House Crested Butte 202 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO

Grammy Award Winning Kabaka Pyramid is live with an unprecedented blend of Reggae and Hip Hop! Kabaka Pyramid is a Grammy Award Winning conscious revolutionary lyricist with a signature musical style; blending the power, energy and melody of Reggae with the lyricism of Hip hop. A key pillar of the Reggae Revival movement, Kabaka Pyramid […]

$25

Beers Bands & Barbwire Strands

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

Festivities will include Live Music, Great Prizes, Vendors, Onsite Camping, Food, Beverages, Bonfires and Camaraderie - all on tap for this event! Friday wild game potluck. Saturday fence removal wildlife conservation project on public lands in the Gunnison Basin. Saturday night, Storm Pass plays while volunteers enjoy beer, dinner, and amazing giveaways and a silent […]

free

Parent/Tot Paint Your Own Pottery

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

Parent/Tot Paint Your Own Pottery Abra Karbin Ceramics | Gunnison, CO Saturdays, May 18, June 8, and July 13. 10:00am to 1:00pm Join me for a delightful Parent/Tot Paint Your Own Pottery class at Abra Karbin Ceramics in Gunnison, CO! Unleash your creativity alongside your little one as you embark on a colorful journey of […]

pay per piece

Learn To Play D&D

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

Ever wanted to try D&D? Well now's your chance. Everyone at the table is new and we will be taking our time to explain as we go. Join our small adventure to get introduced to the game. You will get a set of dice and a character to learn with and keep! Sign up by […]

$10

Beers, Bands & Barbwire

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

Celebrate Public Lands Day May 17-19 Live music, on site camping, food, bonfire, camaraderie.

Left on Red

Talk of the Town 230 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte

Free live music at Talk of the Town

Free

Duane’s World Run at Signal Peak

Signal Peak Trails in Gunnison Gunnison, CO, United States

Meet at the Duane's World at Signal Peak. Run up Duane's World, Left on South Rim Trail, Across Ridgeline to Shoelace and down Chicken Wing, back to the start. Distance is 7 miles (+1033'), all on single track trail.

Free

Women’s Spring Clothing & Gear Swap

Join Us For Our Spring Clothing & Gear Swap Out with the old and in with the new! Clean out the closets and bring your lightly used, unwanted or unneeded clothing and gear to the Three Rivers Resort for a ladies (and kids) clothing and gear swap. The seasons are changing and it's time to […]

$5.00

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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