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.
Dive into fiber art with local artist Sarah Sharsmith in this fun, hands-on workshop! Learn the basics of wet felting as you create vibrant, sculptural wool flowers-layer, shape, and add detail to bring your felted blooms to life.
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 Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
Explore how meaningful places spark creativity in this reflective, hands-on workshop with artist Don Seastrum. After a brief session at the Gunnison Arts Center, the class heads outdoors to draw inspiration from nature while working with mixed media. All levels welcome!
Celebrate small business and mountain lifestyle living with Treads 'n' Threads and Kuhl. Free food, music, and drinks. Stop by Treads 'n' Threads from 3:30-5:30 pm to pick up your meal/drink tickets. Music by Alternative People.
Please join us at the Gunnison Library at 5pm on Thursday, July 31 for "Art as Resistance" an illustration workshop with artist Ellie Fortune. Learn how to cultivate creativity, empower the self, and connect through art making. Includes drawing tips and techniques. Materials provided. Open to all skill levels-teens & adults welcome! You can learn […]
Join Colorado State University Extension and partners for a free community event to explore wolverine ecology, how and why they're being restored to Colorado, and what it means for our state. Snacks and drinks provided, with 20 chances to win a prize at the end of the summer!
Mapping Your Story: A Writing Workshop July 31 - August 2. Thursday, July 31. 6:00 - 8:30 pm. Friday, August 1. 9:30 am - 2:00 pm. Lunch Provided. Saturday, August 2. 9:30 am - 12:00 pm. Enjoy a summer three-day writing workshop at the Gunnison Arts Center in which we explore the relationship between the […]
Our historic pub crawls are among some of our patrons favorite events. Each pub crawl usually features 2-3 different drinking establishments or historic buildings in The Gunnison Valley. The tour lasts about 2 hours and includes a drink at each location, and stories and history from local historians at each location. Space is limited, and […]
Presenting Gilbert & Sullivan's comic operetta "Trial by Jury." This family friendly program includes selections from "The Pirates of Penzance," "The Mikado" and H.M.S. Pinafore. Performers include singers and musicians from Crested Butte and Gunnison. Ticket are available here: https://doubledproductions.ticketspice.com/trial-by-jury-in-cb
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!
