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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.

CBMBA Kick-off party

Crested Butte Depot 716 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte

Annual Kick-off party to for CBMBA to inform members and non-members about CBMBA's mission and goals, plus upcoming events for the summer and fall.

Lost Worlds of Blue Mesa Duane Lecture

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

Come to the Crested Butte Museum for a lecture and slideshow by Dr. Duane Vandenbusche exploring the towns and locations that were lost to Blue Mesa Reservoir when the dam […]

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 […]

Free

Sally Ride Documentary

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

Crested Butte Film Festival presents this 2025 Sundance film, SALLY, June 6th and 7th at The Majestic Theater- co-hosting with Gunnison Valley Pride. A film from National Geographic that reveals […]

$15

Glacier Farm Tour w/ Mountain Roots Foods Project

Glacier Farm 21050 CO-135, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Get your hands dirty and join us with the Mountain Roots Food Project at Glacier Farm. Help get the garden ready for a productive season and learn about the important […]

CBMBA National Trails Work Day

Brush Creek Trailhead Crested Butte, CO, United States

Following the kick-off party on June 6th, volunteers will have the opportunity to give back to the mountain bike community with trail work on National Trails Day. Meet at Tent […]

Back to the Basics: Foundational Nutrition 15+

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

Get back to the basics of feeling good with Holistic Chef Ashley Anderson! In this empowering class, you'll learn the essentials of holistic nutrition. perfect for anyone looking to eat […]

$46.75 – $55

Gunnison Valley Pride Picnic

Legion Park Gunnison, CO, United States

Gunnison Valley Pride will host the 4th Annual Pride Picnic at Legion Park in Gunnison. This event welcomes everyone and is family-friendly and substance free. Come and celebrate Pride Month […]

Free

Transform + Create: Upcycled Affirmation Journals

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

Create a one-of-a-kind affirmation journal with artist Teresa Ely using upcycled packing paper! Learn folding, surface design, and distressing techniques, then fill your journal with affirmations, poems, or lyrics.

$21.25 – $25

Lemon Bars with Decorative Stencils 10+

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

Join self-taught baker Lauryn Kiefer to whip up bright, zesty lemon bars-perfect for summer! In this hands-on class, you'll make them from scratch and add a creative twist with custom […]

$55.25 – $65

Sally Ride Documentary

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

Crested Butte Film Festival presents this 2025 Sundance film, SALLY, June 6th and 7th at The Majestic Theater- Co-hosting with Gunnison Valley Pride. A film from National Geographic that reveals […]

$15

Salem Band & Risen Project Film Tour

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

Cresta Alta film chronicles a journey to Alaska, Iceland, Chile, and Peru to document glaciological research expeditions and sustainability. The film screening is followed by a Q&A with environmental filmmaker […]

$25 – $30

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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