Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

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.

  • Summer Wine Tasting Fundraiser

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

    Sip and savor, laugh and learn with amazing local sommelier, Aaron Tomcak, while he takes us through the Provence region of France. This classic summer fundraiser for CB's Old Rock Library includes wine and charcuterie as well as other tasty delights. Held inside the Crested Butte Museum, our event begins at 6:30 PM. Check in […]

    $60.00
  • The Long Game

    Sanctuary Somatics 513 S Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Tools, stories, and steady practice for the chronic road - and the full life along side it. Scholarships & sliding scale available - contact Ren at [email protected]

    $25
  • Song Writers in the Round

    Mallardi Cabaret Theatre 403 2nd Street, 2nd Floor, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Song writers in the round: Locals Julian Young and Megan Pintus welcome wanderer Olivia the Bard to the Mallardi stage for a sharing of original mountain music

    By donation
  • OPEN MIC @ CRESTED BUCHA

    Crested Bucha 315 1/2 N Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Jim Davidson hosts Open Mic Night every Thursday at Crested Bucha in Gunnison, CO fom 7pm to 10pm. Crested Bucha has the best acoustic music listening room in Gunnison in which Jim MCs the event and staffs the professional sound gear to help every performer sound their best. So come on down and enjoy the […]

    FREE
  • Friday Clay Day

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

    Friday Clay Day | Ages 7+ Get your hands dirty at Friday Clay Day, a fun and exploratory class where each session brings a brand-new project! From functional pieces to creative sculptures, participants will experiment with different techniques and ideas while building confidence working with clay. Perfect for all levels, this class is all about […]

    $38
  • Wildflower Picture Frame – Friday Clay Day

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

    Friday Clay Day | Ages 7+ Get your hands dirty at Friday Clay Day, a fun and exploratory class where each session brings a brand-new project! From functional pieces to creative sculptures, participants will experiment with different techniques and ideas while building confidence working with clay. Perfect for all levels, this class is all about […]

    $45
  • RMBL Reads book club

    Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory 8000 Co Rd 317, Crested Butte, CO

    Join fellow book lovers for a discussion of "Nature of Fear: Survival Lessons From the Wild" led by the book's author, RMBL scientist and UCLA professor Dr. Dan Blumstein. Co-hosted by RMBL and Townie Books, this engaging conversation will explore what wildlife can teach us about fear, risk, and survival. All are welcome, whether you've […]

    free
  • Root + Release Workshop

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

    AWAKEN A Weekend of Movement, Nervous System Reset, and Embodied Transformation Grounded. Transformational. Intentional. A progressive weekend experience designed to support growth through awareness, challenge, release, and integration. Slow down. Open the body. Down regulate the nervous system. This grounding evening practice is designed to help you release the weight of the week, reconnect to […]

    $45
  • Mountain Jam, music of The Allman Brothers

    I Bar Ranch 850 Co Rd 49, Gunnison, CO, United States

    On Site camping is available for this performance. The band was formed in the summer of 2025, to honor and celebrate the timeless music of The Allman Brothers Band. With a deep respect for the tradition of improvisation and dynamic live performance, Mountain Jam channels the essence of the originals while adding their own unique […]

    $20 – $25

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