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.

  • Patio Pottery: Ceramic Alters 15+

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

    Connect, create, and craft a personal ceramic altar in this outdoor pottery class with artist Kit Wijkowski. You'll learn approachable handbuilding techniques to shape a meaningful piece that reflects you.

    $38.25 – $45
  • Art Walk

    Various Crested Butte locations

    Join us on this special evening to meet your local artists! Look for the colorful Artwalk tonight flags at participating galleries!

    Free!
  • Monday Night Magic

    Storyweaver Games 901 W Tomichi Unit 2, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]

    Free
  • Sons of Sage at Tully’s

    Tully's 282 Elcho Avenue, Crested Butte South, CO, United States

    Local rock n roll band, Sons of Sage, are coming to the neighborhood watering hole for a Free night of guitar-fueled good times!

    Free
  • Super Saturday Storytime!

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

    Please join us at the Gunnison Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, August 9 for a super special, Super Saturday Storytime. After story time, musician Lizzy Plotkin will lead families in a songwriting excursion inspired by nature. Families will be able to explore different instruments and contribute to an original composition. This event is free […]

    free
  • Nutrition for Postnatal Recovery

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

    Join Holistic Chef and Nutritionist Ashley Anderson for a supportive workshop on postnatal recovery. Explore key nutrients, healing foods, and simple practices to help restore and nourish your body and mind after birth.

    $46.75 – $55
  • MTCB Pickin’ a Food Truck Competition

    Snowmass Parking Lot Snowmass Road, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join us for great food, live music, children's activities, and more. Competition judging punch cards and competing free bites will be first-come-first-serve and are limited-we recommend arriving early if you want to be a judge!

    FREE
  • Chaski Quartet

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

    Please join us at the Gunnison Library on Saturday, August 9 at 2 pm for a special, free matinee performance by Chaski Quartet. Described in the Gunnison Country Times as making "music for human connection", Chaski Quartet returns to the Gunnison County Library to perform the music of Dvorak, Haydn, Greenstein, and Coleridge-Taylor as part […]

    free
  • Chaski Quartet at the Gunnison Library

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

    Chaski Quartet will share vibrant string quartet music both old and new, for both classical music lovers and listeners hearing a string quartet live for the first time. We're delighted to be back at the Gunnison Public Library as part of our summer Colorado tour: we have free concert for music lovers of all ages: […]

    Free
  • Local Vocals w/ Chris Coady

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

    Local Vocals w/ Chris Coady Saturday, August 9. 7:00- 9:30pm. Experience a unique concert as local singer-songwriters take to the stage to combine their stories, inspiration, music, and talent, ft. Rachel VanSlyke, Alan Wartes, Sam Heart, and Sierra Joy. Presented by Chris Coady and Gunnison Valley Music Association, hosted by the Gunnison Arts Center. Chris […]

    $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

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