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.

  • Flow

    Dragon Asana 322 North Main Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

    A dynamic class linking breath with fluid movement through a thoughtfully sequenced series of postures to build strength, flexibility, and balance. Expect continuous transitions that cultivate presence and embodiment in every pose. Taught by Desirae Penton-Crosley E-RYT 500.

    $10 – $20
  • Jim Davidson @ billy barr

    billy bar at Elevation Hotel 500 Gothic Rd 2nd Level, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Set Break from 7-8pm

    Free
  • Restorative Yoga

    Dragon Asana 322 North Main Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

    An inviting, deeply relaxing practice using props and long holds to quiet the nervous system and release tension from body and mind. Designed to soothe, restore, and foster a sense of calm through supported postures. Taught by one of the Dragon Asana team: Desirae Penton-Crosley E-RYT 500, Leia Morrison E-RYT 500, Autumn Brown RYT 500 […]

    $10 – $20
  • KBUT’s Mardi Gras Parade

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    JOIN KBUT & Marty The Dragon for our Mardi Gras Parade... Fat Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 (Lineup @ 4:20pm) **Parade Begins @ 5pm** Event Address: Krewes/Floats will line up @ The North Side of 7th & Elk, CB Deadline to sign up: Monday, February 16th, 2026 Direct Questions: [email protected] ***$CASH$ PURSE FOR BEST FLOAT*** *** […]

  • From the Archives: Camp Hale

    Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join Colorado historian Duane Vadenbusche for an engaging lecture and slideshow about the history of Camp Hale. FREE Camp Hale was a high-altitude U.S. Army training facility built in 1942 in central Colorado for the elite 10th Mountain Division. Located between Red Cliff and Leadville, soldiers trained there in alpine and Nordic skiing, mountaineering, and […]

  • RMBL Reads

    Crested Butte Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join us at RMBL 365 for a relaxed and engaging book club gathering alongside co-host Townie Books! RMBL Reads is dedicated to science, place, and the stories that shape our understanding of the environment. We'll come together to discuss this month's read, share insights, ask questions, and enjoy good conversation with fellow readers. Whether you've […]

    Free
  • Tyler Hansen @ billy barr

    billy bar at Elevation Hotel 500 Gothic Rd 2nd Level, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Set Break from 7-8pm

    Free
  • Cookbook Club: Recipes from the American South

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

    Join us for a shared table potluck inspired by Recipes from the American South by Michael W. Twitty! This cookbook is a rich celebration of Southern foodways, weaving history, culture, and flavor into every dish. From soulful sides to comforting mains, these recipes invite us to honor tradition while sharing in the joy of a […]

    $25
  • Move the Butte 2026

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

    Move the Butte is a community dance production that features diverse dance styles performed by over 140 local Crested Butte and Gunnison Valley adults. The show serves our entire community as a supportive, inclusive, and safe environment as well as an opportunity for dancers to perform on stage. This production showcases many dance styles such […]

    $20 – $40
  • Cross-Country Ski to Peanut Lake

    Peanut Lake Crested Butte

    Discover how RMBL's Youth Program is introducing students to snow science through hands-on winter exploration with Katie Lawn. Then, hear from RMBL Research Support Specialist, Amanda Henderson, about the CHESS campaign-Colorado Headwaters Ecological Spectroscopy Survey-and how snowpack measurements help drive critical watershed research. Space is Limited - Please RSVP on our website to reserve your […]

    Free-Must RSVP

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