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.

  • Sunday’s @ 6 Live Music

    Jorgensen Park 501 E Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Rooted in American old-time and bluegrass traditions, Matt, Madeline & Lizzy deliver spirited instrumentals and rich three-part harmonies that celebrate the beauty and intimacy of acoustic string-band music.

    FREE
  • Monday Mornings at the Museum

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

    Calling all caregivers of little ones, bring yourself and your mini crew over to the museum on Monday May 5th from 10am-11am for a free casual, unstructured play hour with […]

    FREE
  • Historic Photography Series – Walking Tour

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

    Step into the past with a guided walking tour through Crested Butte's historic downtown, highlighting archival photographs of familiar locations. Participants will see side-by-side comparisons of "then and now" from […]

    $30 – $35
  • Alpenglow: JD Clayton

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

    The Fort Smith Arkansas native, JD Clayton, released his debut album Long Way From Home, early last year which has received overwhelming critical acclaim. There's no artifice surrounding the Arkansas-born […]

  • 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
  • Historic Elk Ave Walking Tours

    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 an Elk Avenue Walking […]

    $20 – $25
  • Crazy About Trees: Acrylic Painting in Watercolor

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

    Celebrate the beauty of trees in this expressive landscape painting workshop with artist Mary Pat Ettinger. you'll layer color, light, and texture to bring tree-filled scenes to life. Work from […]

    $68 – $80
  • Summer Classics: Gypsy Jazz Social Club

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

    Mysterious... yet strangely familiar, the Gypsy Jazz Social Club (GJSC) musical journey embraces the acoustic swing sound pioneered in the 1930s and 1940s by Django Reinhardt and others and is […]

    Free
  • Macrame Workshop: Plant Hangers

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

    Dani Burke and Hope Kesler will guide you through crafting your own custom macramŽ plant hangerÑperfect for displaying your favorite greenery with style.Bring a plant cutting to pot after your […]

    $29.75 – $35
  • Van Tours with Vandenbusche

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

    This tour will be centered around the history of the Ski Areas of Crested Butte, focusing on the early days of skiing, the Pioneer Ski Area, Rozman Hill, Pershing Mine […]

    $75 – $85

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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