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.

  • Transform + Create: Writing Journals

    Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    In this creative workshop with Theresa Ely, students will transform upcycled packing paper into unique word banners using simple design techniques and personal phrases.

    $21.25 – $25
  • King Stingray, Music on the Mountain

    Crested Butte Mountain Resort Crested Butte, CO

    The Music on the Mountain series returns! King Stingray will take the stage on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Join us at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area for free live music. Jenn Fortin will open at 5:30 pm. All live series openers are provided in partnership with the Gunnison […]

    Free
  • Gunny Valley Sessions

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    Come support young musicians as they perform live on stage at Western's Quigley band shell! WANNA PERFORM? K-12 students can register by Aug 9th at [email protected]. Emcee'd by Lizzy Plotkins and headlined by local band The Expanding Minds, this is sure to be a meaningful evening full of fun and entertainment. Bring your own picnic, […]

    FREE
  • Music by Rachel VanSlyke

    A Bar Above 620 Gothic Rd Suite C130, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States
  • Historic Elk Ave Walking Tours

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

    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 […]

    $20 – $25
  • AND Series: Macrame + Moscow Mules

    Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Sip, knot, and create! Join fiber artists Dani Burke and Hope Kesler for a relaxed eveni

    $42.50 – $50
  • Roundtable Round Up

    South Main Gunnison 513 South Main Street, Gunnison, CO

    The first Artists Roundtable Roundup will be held on August 14th from 5:30-8:30. Join the Gunnison Creative District and the Blue Thunder Circle for a curated evening of art and community. There will be snacks and refreshments as well as art stations and opportunities to connect with fellow artists, creatives and community members. This event […]

    Free
  • Let’s Paint Barns! A Painting Workshop with Beth Z

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

    Enjoy a day with Beth, learning her tips and tricks, creating your own masterpiece to take home! Students should bring a lunch and an apron. All painting supplies are included. Instruction is for students of all abilities. Including beginners!

    $195
  • Free Music in the Garden

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

    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 […]

    FREE
  • Music by Rachel VanSlyke

    Stumbling Moose Lodge Bar and Grill 100 2nd St, Pitkin, CO, United States
  • Monday Night Magic

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

    Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]

    Free
  • High Octane Arts & Crafts Festival

    Legion Park Gunnison, CO, United States

    Arts and Crafts Festival that runs in conjunction with the Gunnison Car Show. Local and regional vendors with hand crafted items for sale - jewelry, pottery, macrame, pet leashes and collars, honey, wood crafts, fly rods, wine jelly, garden art, home decor, lotions and potions, tee shirts, candles, crochet and sewn items, and more.

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