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.

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  • Bingo at Montanya

    Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

    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, […]

    Free

  • Almont Pavillion Dance Series

    Traditional dance lessons followed by live music. Visit https://events.humanitix.com/2026-pavillion-dance-series for details.

    $21

  • Native Gardens

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

    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 […]

    $5 – $25
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    Float with a CBLT Ranger

    Slate River Crested Butte, CO, United States

    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 […]

    free

  • HCCA Happy Hour

    The Eldo 215 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    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, […]

    Free

  • Shamanic Journeying Workshop

    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 […]

    $30

  • 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 […]

    FREE
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    Taylor Downriver Race

    Taylor River MM11 County Road 742, Almont, CO, United States

    Annual Taylor River Race through the Gunnison River Festival. Competitions includes long boats, men's & women's kayak, rafts. Afterparty at Harmels. Pre-registration is highly recommend as spots are limited!

    $20
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    Pride Film

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    This year's pride film is a secret... but it's an Oscar-nominated, multi-award winning documentary. Facing an incurable diagnosis, two poet lovers embark on a poignant yet unexpectedly humorous exploration of […]

    Free
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    Immersive Drag Show

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

    Come support our local drag artists in a debut performance at the Gunnison Arts Center. This will be an immersive experience throughout the gallery and theatre.

    $15

  • Immersive Drag Show @ the GAC

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

    An Immersive Drag Experience at the Gunnison Arts Center Friday, June 12 | Doors 6:00 PM | Show 7:00 PM This immersive drag experience will bring queer art to the […]

    $15 – $20
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    Gunnison River Festival 2026

    Gunnison County Whitewater Park Highway 50, Gunnison, CO

    The Gunnison River Festival (GRF) is meant to promote awareness and celebration of local rivers as a priceless resource through river-themed recreation, arts and education. We endeavor to promote the […]

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