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.

  • CB Southpenglow: Steely Dead

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

    Free | Hosted in CB South at Red Mountain Park CB Southplenglow is back with SteelyDead, plus Drew and Eli Emmitt opening up the night. Join us in CB South for one more great outdoor show to close out the summer. Steely Dead brings together the precision and jazz-rock sophistication of Steely Dan with the […]

    Free
  • Art of Alignment

    Terrible Mountain Gallery 409 Main St, Pitkin, CO, United States

    In the heart of the Quartz Creek Valley, where the echoes of history meet the stillness of the wild, we invite you to find your center. Held within the walls of a historic 1898 saloon turned fine art gallery, The Art of Alignment is more than a yoga class-it is a weekly sanctuary for those […]

    $20
  • AcroYoga Class with Justin Leflar

    Sanctuary Somatics 513 S Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Lift your friends, build trust, and discover what you're truly capable of - AcroYoga is as fun as it is empowering. Acro yoga is the practice of connection, communication, and trust. This class is designed to help you move beyond what you think is possible and experience strength, balance, and teamwork in a supportive, welcoming […]

    $20
  • Mountains and Wildflowers: Painting Workshop

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

    Spend a fun day with artist and instructor Beth Zink, learning how to paint a landscape with mountains and wildflowers. Beth takes you step by step through her painting process, teaching you tips, tricks and shortcuts throughout the day. Instruction is for beginners, but everyone is welcome. You will take home a completed 11x14 masterpiece, […]

    $195
  • Skate Night

    Free family skate night. Roller skates and blades are provided or bring your own! Helmets are required.

    FREE
  • Pub Crawl

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

    Join us for an evening cruise down historic Elk Avenue as we explore the stories behind Crested Butte's iconic buildings and colorful past. At each stop, guests will enjoy a beverage paired with a short historical lecture highlighting the people, places, and events that shaped the town. Register online or in museum store

    $55 – $70
  • Trivia at Montanya

    Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

    Montanya Trivia Night Put your thinking caps on and join us for Trivia Night at Montanya Rum. Gather your crew, test your smarts, and compete for prizes while enjoying great drinks and good vibes. **Wednesday, August 19th | 6-9 PM** **Montanya Rum Tasting Room | 204 Elk Ave., Crested Butte** **$20 per team** Bring your […]

    $20
  • Artlaws of the Southwest Third Thursday Art Pop Up

    Hey all! We are a collective of artists in Gunnison County redefining what it means to create in community. Come have a blast with us at our Third Thursday Art Pop Up! There will be a wide variety of local artists and live musicians, including some that will be hosting interactive booths such as printmaking, […]

    Free
  • OPEN MIC NIGHT @ 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 which Jim MCs the event and staffs the professional sound gear to help every performer sound their best. So come on down and enjoy the […]

    FREE
  • Floodgate Operators

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

    Release the water! Floodgate Operators are on the scene! Come jam out with the boys! One of the Gunnison Valley's favorites!

    $30 – $35

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