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.

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  • NYE Dinner & Toast

    Blackstock Bistro 122 W Tomichi, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Join us as we celebrate 2025 and ring in 2026 with food specials, new winter cocktails, and a FREE champagne toast at midnight!

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    Jim Davidson @ billy barr

    billy bar at Elevation Hotel 500 Gothic Rd 2nd Level, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States
    Free
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    Floodgate Operators

    Ring in the New Year with Floodgate Operators at Zuni West in CB South!

    $20 – $25

  • EMPATHY PROTOCOL

    Gunnison Elks Lodge 123 S Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Gunnison Valley and Western University heavy hitters debut their Psychedelic Rock project "Empathy Protocol" this New Years Eve at the Elks Lodge, Gunnison. Ruthless jams, top shelf covers, and original […]

    $10

  • NYE DJ’s & Midnight Toast

    Sage Grouse Lounge 110 E Georgia Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Ring in the new year at the Sage Grouse! Two DJs from 9pm-1am, midnight champagne toast & free entry!

  • Eli Emmitt Band with VERY Special Guests

    Almont Resort 10209 CO-135, Almont, CO

    A four piece (plus VERY special guests) soul project created in southwest Colorado. Drawing from the old and the new, their music blends influences like Stevie Wonder, and D'angelo with […]

    $25
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    Colorful Crested Butte Children’s Exhibit Debut

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

    The Crested Butte Museum’s annually-rotating, hands-on kids’ exhibit is getting an update this January! With this exciting new concept, our curator will be encouraging visitors to explore what makes Colorado […]

  • Pints and Pages

    This is a community book swap fundraiser at Zuni West Brewing. Guests can bring a book or browse, and donations support the Heather Cooper Book Fund at Townie Books.

    Suggested Donation
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    Tyler Hansen @ billy barr

    billy bar at Elevation Hotel 500 Gothic Rd 2nd Level, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Set Break 7-8pm

    Free
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    Vision Train Art Jam

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

    2nd Thursdays | Jan. 8th, Feb. 12th, Mar. 12th, Apr. 9th, + May 14th | 5:00 - 8:00 PM Bring your own project and materials to join a supportive, collaborative […]

    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