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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.

Stumbling Moose

Stumbling Moose Lodge Bar and Grill 100 2nd St, Pitkin, CO, United States

Date Night

Abra Karbin Ceramics 723 S 9th Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

Date Night Abra Karbin Studios | Gunnison, CO Fridays, May 24, June 28, July 26, and August 23. 6:00pm to 9:00pm This course is designed for couples who are looking to spend quality time together while exploring the wonderful world of ceramics. In this relaxed and casual atmosphere, you and your partner will embark on […]

$60

The Fretliners LIVE at The Almont Resort

It is rare for there to exist a defining moment that changes the trajectory of four lives at once. But, clear as a lightning bolt in an open field, so electric was the moment The Fretliners first played together around a single microphone in the Cloverlick banjo shop barn one fateful evening, they knew they […]

$25

Elvis Has Left the Building

Step into the hilariously chaotic world of "Elvis Has Left the Building" directed by Michael Baim and starring Jack Gibbons & Barron Farnell. It's December 20, 1970, and the King of Rock 'n' Roll, Elvis Presley, has mysteriously disappeared. With a sold-out Christmas show and no Elvis in sight, his manager, Colonel Parker, is in […]

$15 – $25

The Fretliners

Almont Resort 10209 CO-135, Almont, CO

It is rare for there to exist a defining moment that changes the trajectory of four lives at once. But, clear as a lightning bolt in an open field, so electric was the moment The Fretliners first played together around a single microphone in the Cloverlick banjo shop barn one fateful evening, they knew they […]

$25

Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe at the Public House

Public House Crested Butte 202 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO

Karl DensonÕs Tiny Universe electrifying the Public House Stage August 22 & August 23, 2024 KDTU has electrified audiences around the world for over 25 years from the fields of Naeba in Japan at the infamous Fuji Rock Festival to the hallowed stage of Madison Square Garden where they previously joined the Dave Matthews Band […]

$65

Gunnison High Triathlon

The Gunnison High Triathlon is a fun family event, the adults will do a Sprint distance triathlon and kids will have age appropriate courses. The swim is held at the Gunnison Rec Center, bike course heads out on Ohio Creek Road County Road #730, and run concludes on the beautiful Van Tuyl Trail System. The […]

$30 – $140

Lower Loop Trail Run

From the Town of Crested Butte to Woods Walk, Budd trail and Upper Lower Loop to Gunsight Pass road then Lower Lower Loop to Peanut Lake road and back to the start. Distance is 8.4 miles (+783') on single track trail, dirt roads and a short section of paved road. Meet at CORE Crested Butte, […]

Free

GVAWL’s Annual Yard Sale

Gunnison, Colorado Gunnison, CO

Gunnison Valley Animal Welfares League's (GVAWL) annual yard sale will be held Saturday, August 24th, 2024 from 9am until 3pm at 508 N. 7th Street in Gunnison. This event was HUGE last year! Most items will be priced by donation but others will be pre-priced. All proceeds from this event will go to GVAWL and […]

Free

Garlic Mike’s

Garlic Mike's 2674 CO-135, Gunnison, CO, United States

Pretty Lights Concert Stream @ Majestic Theater

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

Overview: We are excited to propose a free community event featuring a live stream of Pretty Lights Bethel, New York show directly to the Gunnison Valley. (Bethel, NY Fairgrounds was the original location of Woodstock) This event aims to bring together community members to enjoy music that has significantly impacted Colorado culture while raising funds […]

Free

Pretty Lights Live Stream

Excuse us while we kiss the sky and share another little piece of our hearts! Pretty Lights will perform at Bethel Woods Center for Arts in Bethel, NY (home of the original Woodstock) on August 24th and we are live streaming it at the Majestic! This event is FREE and open to everyone! Donations are […]

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

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