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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  • Tincup Whiskey Concert Series

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

    Two nights of Yonder Mountain String Band August 29th & 30th 2025 over Labor Day Weekend

    $40
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    Grand Traverse Mountain Run

    Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    The Grand Traverse Mountain Run is a point-to-point ultra marathon from Crested Butte to Aspen, Colorado. The course follows the route of the Grand Traverse Backcountry Ski race. Runners travel 40 miles across the Elk Mountains with over 6,000' of elevation gain.

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    Fraternal Orders Themed Historic Walking Tour

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

    Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on a Fraternal Order Themed Walking Tour to learn about the history of the buildings that were once fraternal orders, Crested Butte history, and stories from the community. Tours meet […]

    $20 – $25

  • Abra Karbin Ceramics at People’s Fair

    Elk Avenue, Crested Butte Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO

    I'm bringing the full rainbow to the Paragon People's Fair in Crested Butte this Labor Day Weekend, August 31-September 1. Come find me among the mountains, the artists, the wildly good food smells, and the swirling late-summer vibes. I'll be selling handmade ceramics that are equal parts colorful, functional, and functional. Whether you're hunting for […]

    Free to Attend
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    Batch Cooking Class for Simplicity

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

    Make mealtime easier with Holistic Chef Ashley Anderson! Learn batch cooking basics, sma

    $51 – $60

  • Firebird’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream

    Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

    This August, Firebird Theatre is proud to be able to present our next Shakespeare in the Park production: A Midsummer Night's Dream. Shakespeare's Athenian pastoral comedy about fairies, donkeys, and rude mechanicals is considered one of the Bard's greatest works. This production is directed by Tristan Buss and will include the use of mask-work inspired […]

    Free

  • Easy Jim, Live at Arrowhead Mountain Lodge

    Arrowhead Mountain Lodge 21401 Alpine Plateau Rd., Cimarron, CO, United States

    Celebrate the live Grateful Dead experience with Easy Jim at the Arrowhead Mountain Lodge on Saturday, August 30th from 6-9pm! More information can be found at www.arrowheadmtlodge.com.

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    BOSS Ross Painting Class! 10+

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

    Join artist Sarah Sharsmith for a relaxed, step-by-step painting night inspired by Bob Ross-complete with fluffy clouds, soft brushstrokes, and happy accidents.

    $35 – $50

  • Yonder Mtn String Band

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

    Night two of Yonder Mtn String Band!

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    The Grand Traverse Bike

    Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    The Grand Traverse Mountain Bike is no ordinary mountain bike race. It is a point-to-point from Aspen to Crested Butte, Colorado. In total, bikers travel 40 miles across the Elk Mountains with over 6,800' of elevation gain. The course starts with a 3000' ascent up Aspen Mountain before continuing deep into the Elk Mountains. This […]

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