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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.

HeArt Work | The Art of Bukaty

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

Generously underwritten by the Blake Hawk Family and Gunnison Valley Health Foundation. Everything he has dreamed, everything he has felt, everything he has created - it all has led to this. John Bukaty will, for the first time, create his truest art for all to see on stage, where he has been heralded as a […]

Free

AlpenPhunk: The Sugarman 3

Alpenphunk is where world-class music meets Crested Butte's vibrant mountain culture, creating an unforgettable weekend of sound, skiing and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations. Neal Sugarman, a saxophonist from Newton, Massachusetts, began his career in the 1980s playing in punk rock bands like Boys Life and Black Cat Bone. In the early 1990s, he moved to New York […]

$75

Alpenphunk: Antibalas

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

Alpenphunk is where world-class music meets Crested Butte's vibrant mountain culture, creating an unforgettable weekend of sound, skiing, and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations. Antibalas, a Brooklyn-based musical collective, was founded in 1997 by Mart’n Perna, with members from the Soul Providers/Dap Kings band. The group debuted in May 1998 and soon after, Amayo, a Lagos native and […]

$45

AlpenPhunk: Cochemea & Friends

Alpenphunk is where world-class music meets Crested Butte's vibrant mountain culture, creating an unforgettable weekend of sound, skiing and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations. Cochemea Gastelum is a saxophonist, composer, and arranger known for merging his Yaqui/Yoeme indigenous heritage with his extensive experience in soul, funk, and jazz. His 2019 Daptone debut, All My Relations, explores the interconnectedness […]

$75

Alley Loop Nordic Race

Elk Avenue Crested Butte

The 37th annual Alley Loop marathon will take place on Saturday, February 1st. Join us for race distances for the whole family ranging from a kids' 1k fun race all the way up to 42k skate and classic races. Costumes are highly encouraged!

AlpenPhunk: Lee Fields backed by The Sugarman 3

Alpenphunk is where world-class music meets Crested Butte’s vibrant mountain culture, creating an unforgettable weekend of sound, skiing and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations. Lee Fields, born April 26, 1950, is an American soul singer often called "Little JB" for his vocal and physical resemblance to James Brown. Fields began his career in 1969, releasing his first single […]

$75

Easy Jim at Public House

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

Easy Jim | Crested Butte Public House | February 7, 2025 Settle back easy, Jim..." The words of Robert Hunter in the song "Althea" seemed to fit the mold of the band when it began in the fall of 2018 . The laid back group of musicians from Gunnison and Crested Butte, Colorado found a […]

$35

Lowdown Brass Band

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

Lowdown Brass Band| Crested Butte Public House | February 8, 2025 The LowDown Brass Band is a uniquely strong representation of Chicago Music culture. Providing a modern take on soul, funk, hip hop, and jazz, this multifaceted all-horn band boasts freedom through the art of their craft, whilst gaining critical acclaim from The Gazette, Fame […]

$50

The Motet

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

The Motet is a must-see for fans of funk, soul, jazz, and rock. For over 20 years, this six-piece band has created electrifying live performances that blend each member's talent into a seamless, high-energy experience. Known for sold-out shows and appearances at festivals like Bonnaroo and Red Rocks, The Motet will bring their latest sound […]

Après Jazz: Gypsy Jazz Social Club

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

Cap off a great day on the slopes or join us after work for some casual jazz in the Kinder-Padon Gallery at the Center for the Arts! On February 18, the local Gypsy Jazz Social club will treat everyone to their mysterious yet strangely familiar blend of jazz and folk music.

Maddy O’Neal

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

Maddy O'Neal Dirty Funky Bass Music but make it Pretty Maddy O'Neal's music embodies a rich tapestry of genres, seamlessly blending elements from across the spectrum. Her sound, characterized by lush textures and atmospheric layers, draws heavily from her roots in funk and soul. These influences meld with deep bass frequencies and innovative synth designs, […]

$50

Gothic Mountain Tour

Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

A backcountry ski race circumnavigating Gothic Mountain. Join us for the 23-mile competitive race starting at the Community School or the 17-mile recreational division starting at the Snodgrass Trailhead.

$100

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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