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.
Highlife plays Mountain Groove Music, Local Funky Jazz to boogie down to
This tour will be centered around the history of Taylor Park- The Valley of the Gods. Topics will include Bomber Crash in Taylor Canyon, Taylor Dam & the Taylor Reservoir, Tin Cup, Tin Cup Town Hall & Cemetery, Dorchester, Star & Enterprise Mines, Rocky Brook Trail, Deadman's Gulch and Spring Creek. Meet in Almont in […]
Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
Come have a beer on us celebrating creativity at the very first Third Thursday Monthly Art Pop up, hosted by The Artlaws of the Southwest! Every month will look a little different as we will have rotating artists showcasing their crafts but live music, food and great art will always be a guarantee. Free to […]
On August 21st, we're bringing the Artlaw spirit to life with a pop-up event-an unapologetic showcase of work that's gritty, vibrant, and true to the artist's voice, giving our community a place to connect, create, and push boundaries together.
Free movie night at the Majestic. Come watch Ferris Bueller's Day Off.
The museum is excited to bring back live music in the garden on Fridays in August from 5pm to 7pm. Libations & snacks will be available for purchase. This is a free live music series brought to you by generous sponsors, Bill Peatross & the Gunnison Valley Music Association. Scheduled Artists: Friday, August 1st- Billy […]
Light up your creativity in this fun pottery workshop with artist Kit Wijkowski! Using slab-building techniques, you'll make a unique ceramic lantern-perfect for candles, fairy lights, or decor.
Join artist Karen Hill for a laid-back monthly watercolor session! Bring your own project and get helpful tips and guidance as you paint alongside Karen, who will be working on her own piece too. It's a fun, supportive space to explore your creativity, ask questions, and connect with fellow artists.
Please join us at 6pm at the Gunnison Library on Friday, August 22 for an on-the-road film festival from the Five Point Film Fest. The 5Point Adventure Film Festival is a four-day event that celebrates stories of adventure, with a focus on positive social and environmental change. It's held annually in Carbondale, Colorado, and features […]
Free showing of the 5 Point Film Festival: On Tour reel at the Gunnison Public Library. Family friendly! 7 short film from the yearly festival in Carbondale, CO
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!