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.

  • Fathers Day Backyard BBQ Bash

    Legion Park Gunnison, CO, United States

    Backyard BBQ Bash - Father's Day Celebration! Join us June 13th, at 8 pm at Legion Park for the ultimate Father's Day party. Enjoy yard games, a bouncy house, great […]

  • Alpenglow: Floodgate Operators

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

    Crested Butte, CO based Floodgate Operators know a thing or two about getting the party started. Founded in 2018, Floodgate Operators have grown from a dive bar bluegrass act to […]

    Free
  • Chaski Quartet

    Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Please join us at the Gunnison Library on Tuesday, June 16 at 6 pm for a special, free performance by Chaski Quartet. Described in the Gunnison Country Times as making […]

    free
  • MTCB Yoga In The Garden

    Mountain Wedding Garden 911 Gothic Rd, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    The Town of Mt. Crested Butte in partnership with the Crested Butte Community Yoga Co-op is excited to announce another summer of Yoga at the Garden! Join us every Wednesday […]

    FREE
  • Pint-Sized Polkas

    Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Join us at 4 pm at the Gunnison Library on Friday, June 19 for some good old fashioned fun with musical group, Pint Sized Polka. Let's sing and dance together […]

    free
  • Easy Jim

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

    Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead

  • Inner Piece Speed Puzzle Competition

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

    On June 19 and 20, 2026, Crested Butte will be hosting its first-ever speed puzzling competition at the Center for the Arts Crested Butte. Speed puzzling is a fast-growing competitive […]

    $25 – $50
  • Alpenglow: Bella Rayne

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

    At just 18, Bella Rayne is a self-taught guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter whose sound is quickly turning heads across the country. Born in the mountains of North Carolina and raised […]

    Free
  • Pub Crawl

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

    Pub Crawl around historic Elk Ave. Registration is required- opening soon or to reserve your spot email [email protected]

  • Summer Classics in the Courtyard: The Devil’s Horn

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

    Join Madeline and Matt Shugert for an evening exploring the many voices of the saxophone, one of music's most versatile and historically polarizing instruments. Though often associated with jazz, the […]

    Free

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