Explore events and things to do in Gunnison and Crested Butte, from weekend festivals and live music to outdoor adventures and cultural experiences. Whether you’re visiting for a few days or planning a longer stay, there’s always something happening in the Gunnison Valley. Find events happening today, this weekend, and throughout the year across every season. Use this guide to plan your trip and make the most of your time in Gunnison and Crested Butte.
Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 2 pm on Saturday, June 6 for an entertaining and immersive West African Kora experience! We'll learn how this impressive instrument is built, who typically plays it and the types of events it is often utilized at. Perfect for the whole family! Free & Open to the Public.
Jim Davidson performs every Saturday during the summer season at Bruhaus Mountain Tavern in Crested Butte, CO from 4pm to 7pm.
Live music, free entry!
Join us for a fabulous morning of delicious food, mimosas, and jaw-dropping drag performances at The Dive Gunnison. Get ready to be entertained by some of Denver's most talented drag queens while enjoying a scrumptious brunch with your friends and family. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind event that will leave you laughing, clapping, and […]
Five powerful days rooted in Hip Hop culture for youth ages 6-17. This immersive experience introduces young creatives to the elements of Hip Hop through music, movement, lyric writing, and visual art. Participants will collaborate to create and perform in a live showcase while developing their own original book of songs, a custom wearable graffiti […]
Join us for a hilariously spirited night of bingo, rum, and big-time bragging rights! Hosted by our friends at Quiz Quiz Bang Bang, this isn't your grandma's bingo-expect music, laughs, and multiple fast-paced rounds to keep the energy high. It's free to play, so grab your crew, sip on your favorite Montanya cocktails, and get […]
Traditional dance lessons followed by live music. Visit https://events.humanitix.com/2026-pavillion-dance-series for details.
Good fences make good neighbors...right? From the outrageous mind of playwright Karen Zacarias (Destiny of Desire) comes this hot new comedy about the clash of class and culture that pushes well-meaning neighbors over the edge. Tania, a very pregnant Ph.D. candidate, and Pablo, her rising attorney husband, move next door to Virginia and Frank, a […]
Join our Conservation Ranger on an educational float down the Slate River. Starting at Aperture Boat Launch and ending in Skyland. There are limited spots available please RSVP at this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1C2937zqD8OH5qPrIcuw4XCX50N-BKlaUW5W8Kf6xuLU/edit to attend. You must secure your own shuttle and floatation device. PDFs are required for all participants.
Join HCCA for a Happy Hour at the Eldo Brewery on Thursday, June 11 at 5:30 PM, featuring a special screening of the Our Lands, Our Future: The GORP Act, a short film. Enjoy light appetizers on us while connecting with fellow conservation-minded neighbors in a relaxed setting. This event is free and open to […]
Step into a deeply meditative experience designed to reconnect you with your inner wisdom. Shamanic journeying uses rhythmic sound, such as drumming or didgeridoo, to guide you into a theta brainwave state, where intuition awakens, and the nervous system softens. In this state, you are invited to connect with helping spirits for insight, healing, and […]
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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