Crested Butte + Gunnison

Lunchtime Still Life 16+
2025-05-15 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-05-22 12:30 - 13:30 (America/Denver) | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Take a creative break during your day and join artist Karolina Szumilas for an inspiring hour-long lunchtime still life class. This session is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, offering a chance to unwind, explore your creativity, and refine your skills in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Use various mediums and create a masterpiece!

Mighty Mustang!
2025-05-15 15:30 - 18:00 | Gunnison Community School, 1099 N 11th St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
This event aims to bring students, families, and the larger Gunnison community together for an afternoon of movement, music, and even some special treats. There will be races for runners and bikers, and an amazing obstacle course for all levels of adventurers. Or if cheering is more your style, this event is driven by celebration and community. And stay tuned, as there is more fun to come…

Monday Night Magic
2025-05-16 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-19 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-23 18:00 - 21:00 | Storyweaver Games, 901 W Tomichi Unit 2, Gunnison, CO, 81230, 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 casual player, we’ve got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you’ll find players of all types ready to duel. We offer a fun and friendly atmosphere where most nights are casual and player-driven, but we also host thrilling tournaments and draft nights for those looking for a challenge. Play kicks off at 6:00 PM and continues until closing – 9:00 PM on Mondays and 11:00 PM on Fridays. Bring your deck, bring your friends, and get ready to tap into the magic at Storyweaver Games!

Opening Night in the Tropics
2025-05-16 18:00 - 21:00 | Montanya Distillers, 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte
OPENING NIGHT IN THE TROPICS. We’re kicking off the season with rum-soaked island vibes at Montanya! Friday 5/16 | 6-9PM. Happy Hour ALL day. $5 off our fan-favorite Se–oritas. Tropical shirts encouraged. Good times guaranteed. 204 Elk Ave

Greater Tuna
2025-05-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224
Firebird Theatre and the Center for the Arts are proud to present a one-night-only staged reading of Jaston Williams’, Joe Sears’, and Ed Howard’s rip-roaring Texan farce Greater Tuna. Directed by Domenico Marinucci, the play stars two actors as twenty citizens of the fictional “third-smallest” town in the Lone Star State.

Freshly Sprouted Improv Comedy
2025-05-16 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-05-17 19:00 - 22:00 | Crested Butte Mountain Theatre, 403 2nd Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Picture this: a group of brave souls gathered in the cozy cabaret theatre, surrounded by the majestic mountains of CB, where the snow is melting faster than the punchlines. The air is crisp, the jokes are crisper, and the only thing blooming faster than the wildflowers is the hilarity on stage. Our very own, Subject2Change dives into absurd scenarios as one-liners fly faster than a squirrel on caffeine. By the end of the night, everyone will with sore cheeks, questionable memories, and a newfound appreciation for the art of making stuff up-because in the mountains, the only thing more unpredictable than the weather is the comedy!

Beers Bands and Barb Wire Strands
2025-05-17 08:00 - 22:00 | I Bar Ranch, 850 Co Rd 49, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Colorado Backcountry Hunters & Anglers is throwing the biggest Public Lands Party of the Year May 16th-18th to celebrate Colorado Public Lands Day! Festivities will include a Wildlife Conservation Project, Live Music, Great Prizes, Vendors, Onsite Camping, Food, Beverages, Bonfires and Camaraderie – all on tap for this event! This event is FREE open to the public. Camping is available on site throughout the weekend. Please RSVP if you plan to volunteer for the stewardship project on Saturday

Saturday Clay Day: Ceramic Planters
2025-05-17 09:30 - 12:00 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Join Cat Avila for a fun and family-friendly ceramic workshop where you’ll create your own unique planters! Perfect for youth and their families, this hands-on class will guide you through the process of shaping, decorating, and personalizing ceramic planters. Learn basic hand-building techniques and let your creativity bloom as you craft one-of-a-kind pieces that are perfect for your favorite plants or as thoughtful gifts. Bond, create, and bring home a functional work of art to enjoy for years to come.

Super Saturday Storytime!
2025-05-17 10:30 - 11:30 | Crested Butte Library, 507 Maroon Ave, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, May 17 for Super Saturday Storytime. May’s theme is Royal Revelry! Stories and an activity for the whole fam. Free & open to the public.

Saturday Clay Day: Ceramic Planters
2025-05-17 16:00 - 18:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Join us for a hands-on ceramic planter class with the talented artist Cat Avila! In this workshop, you’ll learn the fundamentals of hand-building techniques to create your own unique, beautiful planter. Cat will guide you through the process from start to finish, including shaping, texturing, and finishing details. Whether you’re a seasoned maker or a complete beginner, this class is a perfect way to explore the art of ceramics and craft a personalized piece that will add charm to any space. No experience needed-just bring your creativity!

Bruce Hayes & and Ragged Mtn Bluegrass
2025-05-17 17:00 - 21:00 | I Bar Ranch, 850 Co Rd 49, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Live music from Bard Edington at 5:00pm and Bruce Hayes and Ragged Mtn Bluegrass at 6:30pm

Karaoke at Montanya
2025-05-17 18:00 - 21:00 | Montanya Distillers, 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte
Karaoke Night at Montanya Saturday, May 17th, 6-9 PM. 204 Elk Ave – Montanya Tasting Room. Rum cocktails to fuel your courage. All voices welcome-from shy singers to local legends. Good vibes, great drinks, and unforgettable moments

Montanya Bingo Night
2025-05-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Montanya Distillers, 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte
B-I-N-G-O and cocktails, oh my! Join us for Bingo Night at Montanya – Tuesday, May 20th from 6-8PM! We’re keeping the off-season vibes strong with free-to-play bingo, happy hour specials all night, and the chance to win fun prizes. $3 off select cocktails, $5 off select food. No cost to play- just bring your awesome self! Grab your friends, grab a seat, and let’s make it a night to remember. Montanya Tasting Room | 204 Elk Ave. Reserve your table: renee@montanyadistillers.com

Wednesday Night Meditation and Dharma Talk
2025-05-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Sanctuary Somatics, 513 S Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
The Way of Compassion Dharma Center is located in Carbondale, Colorado. The sister Dharma center is the Here and Now Center in Gunnison, CO. We also serve a virtual sangha of distributed practitioners across the nation. We are a Rime (non-sectarian) Buddhist center dedicated to the cultivation of wisdom and compassion through the study of Buddhist Dharma. Every Wednesday (except Holiday weeks – please call to check) from 6:00- 7:30 pm join us and our spiritual director John Bruna for a guided meditation and talk with time for questions. This is a live Zoom broadcast that we watch on a projector as a group from Gunnison. Chairs, meditation cushions, and bathroom provided. Please bring water if needed. www.wocdc.org for more information. ? The live broadcast is held at The Here and Now Center (115 S. Colorado Street, Gunnison – right South of the Sherpa Cafe). This teaching broadcast is offered free of charge. We always have a donation jar out for the non-profit organization Way of Compassion Foundation. To learn more about what they do in Colorado and around the world visit (https://wocompassion.org/) ? On holiday weeks the Zoom broadcast will still be available for you to watch from home. If you are sick or have had an exposure to Covid-19, please stay home and join us via Zoom from this link: https://wocdc.org/weekly-dharma-talks/ ? You do not have to be Buddhist to enjoy and benefit from these teachings. People from all walks of life and spiritual paths join us to meditate and think about teachings together. Dusty and Jessica provide the space for this event in their home/office space. To check if the teaching is held on a holiday week please call Jessica (970) 641-6095 or come to one and get on our email list!

Cocktail Seminar: The Tipsy Typewriter
2025-05-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224
Raise a glass to literary greats with an evening of cocktails inspired by the masters of the written word. On the eve of the Mountain Words Literary Festival, we’ll shake, stir, and sip our way through the Hemingway Daiquiri, Fitzgerald Fizz, and Poe Punch-each crafted with flavors as bold and nuanced as the writers themselves. Learn the history, techniques, and tales behind these iconic drinks while enjoying a lively, bookish toast to the festival ahead. Cheers to words, rum, and well-made cocktails!

Mountain Words Festival
2025-05-22 09:00 - 18:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224
The Mountain Words Festival is a multi-day literary celebration at nine-thousand feet, featuring readings, workshops, kids’ events, parties, panel discussions, and more!

MANUAL (Hill/Bloom) Gallery Reception
2025-05-22 16:00 - 18:00 | Center for the Arts Crested Butte, 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO, 81224
Exhibition: May 22-July 27 Pioneers of digital imaging, Suzanne Bloom and Ed Hill have spent over four decades exploring photography, video, and multimedia art, earning prestigious awards like the Guggenheim Fellowship and multiple NEA Fellowships. Their work, featured in major museums across the U.S., merges technology, nature, and human perception in striking ways. Held in the Salon space during the Mountain Words Festival and throughout the Wine + Food Festival, this intimate exhibition invites audiences to experience their visionary artistry alongside literary and culinary events.

AND Series: Stitches + Screwdrivers
2025-05-22 17:30 - 20:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Get ready for an evening of creativity, conversation, and a touch of craft with Hope Kesler! In this unique embroidery class, you’ll bring your own clothing item-whether it’s a shirt, beanie, bag, or anything else you’d like to personalize-and learn how to add beautiful, custom embroidery with expert guidance. Enjoy a screwdriver as you stitch, unwind, and mingle with fellow makers. Perfect for all skill levels, this class combines the joy of creating with the relaxed vibe of good company. Bring your favorite item, a sense of fun, and leave with a unique piece that’s all your own!

CRESTED BUCHA OPEN MIC NIGHT
2025-05-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Crested Bucha, 315 1/2 N Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Crested Bucha presents Open Mic Night hosted by Jim Davidson of the Black canyon Ramblers. So come on down and support Gunnison Valley live music while chilling with Todd’s premise-brewed kombucha, excellent selection of craft beers, wines and mixed drinks and unique appetizers.

Architecture Walking Tours
2025-05-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Crested Butte Museum, 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, 81224, United States
Stroll down Elk Avenue with the Crested Butte Museum’s staff, and learn about some of the first buildings built on the main street of Crested Butte, including discussions of form, function and architectural details of the late 1800 vernacular with a different special guest from the community joining each week. $10 for Museum Members (monthly store special) and $25 for non-members. Find more information at www.crestedbuttemuseum.com/walking-tours/

Watercolor Workshop 14+
2025-05-23 17:30 - 20:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Join us for a relaxing and inspiring watercolor workshop with the talented artist Candy Carson! In this class, you’ll learn the basics of watercolor techniques, including washes, blending, and creating texture, as well as tips for capturing light and movement in your art. Candy’s step-by-step guidance will help you build confidence and develop your own artistic style. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced painter, this workshop is a perfect way to unwind, explore new creative skills, and take home your own beautiful watercolor masterpiece. All materials provided-just bring your enthusiasm! Location: GAC Courtyard

Friends Night Throwing 21+
2025-05-23 17:30 - 20:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Gather your friends for an evening of fun and creativity at our Friends Night Wheel Throwing Class! Join Cat Avila as she guides you through the basics of wheel throwing to create your own unique pottery pieces. This hands-on workshop is perfect for socializing, trying something new, and sharing laughs while making art.

Author Talk:
2025-05-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Gunnison Library, 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Join us for a collaboration with the Crested Butte Center for the ArtsÕ Mountain Words Festival with a free author talk at the Gunnison Library on Friday, May 23th at 6pm. Author Kevin Grange will discuss his latest book, Grizzly Confidential: An Astounding Journey into the Secret Life of North AmericaÕs Most Fearsome Predator. About the book: His quest takes him from his home in the Tetons to an eerie, mist-shrouded island of gigantic bruins; from the Bear Center at Washington State UniversityÑwhere scientists believe the secrets of hibernation might help treat diabetes, heart disease, and obesity in humansÑto the dark underbelly of for-profit wildlife parks, illegal animal trade and black markets hawking bear bile. Along the way, he meets fascinating biologists and activists and discovers that everything he knew about grizzlies was wrong. Ultimately, his odyssey leads him to find answers on a remote corner of the Alaskan Peninsula where, for the last fifty years, humans have coexisted peacefully alongside the largest gathering of brown bears on the planet. Grizzly Confidential is about bears but also the inspiring people who look after them. This is a fast-paced, gripping story that educates, entertains, and gives a sneak peek into the secret life of a well-known species. Part science, part travelogue, and a passionate plea for bear conservation, Grizzly Confidential is a lively account for anyone who loves the outdoors and learning about the natural world. About the author: Kevin Grange is a former National Park Ranger and the award-winning author of Wild Rescues: A ParamedicÕs Extreme Adventures in Yosemite, Yellowstone, and Grand Teton, along with Beneath Blossom Rain: Discovering Bhutan on the Toughest Trek in the World. His newest book, Grizzly Confidential: An Astounding Journey into the Secret Life of North AmericaÕs Most Fearsome Predator was published in September 2024 by Harper Horizon. Aside from writing, Kevin works as a firefighter paramedic with Jackson Hole Fire/EMS, lectures frequently at writing and wilderness medical conferences, and enjoys skiing, mountain biking, and trail running with his wife and golden retriever in the Tetons. Visit him at: www.kevingrange.com

Rad! (1986)
2025-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
FilmCult Movie Party: Rad Friday, May 23rd Doors: 7:00pm. Film: 7:30- 9:00 pm. Join us at the Gunnison Arts Center for a screening of the recently remastered cult classic, RAD, to welcome Growler participants and kick off biking season in the Gunnison Valley! This 1986 BMX film favorite, packed with epic stunts, ’80s nostalgia, and underdog triumphs, is the perfect way to celebrate our vibrant cycling community. Come relive the ride and get stoked for a summer on two wheels! Tickets: $13/GA & $11/GA Member.

JIM DAVIDSON @ CRESTED BUCHA
2025-05-23 19:00 - 22:00 | Crested Bucha, 315 1/2 N Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
JIM DAVIDSON RETURNS TO CRESTED BUCHA IN GUNNISON PERFORMING FINGERSTYLE GUITAR AND VOCAL INTERPRETATIONS OF WILLIE NELSON, GEORGE STRAIT, JOHNNY CASH, BOB WILLS AND MANY, MANY OTHERS.

Jewelry Series: Stunning Crowns
2025-05-24 11:30 - 13:30 | Gunnison Arts Center, 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, 81230, United States
Join us for a fun-filled youth and family workshop where creativity and connection come together! This class is perfect for all ages and offers a hands-on, interactive experience designed to spark imaginations. Whether you’re crafting a special project, learning a new skill, or just enjoying time together, there’s something for everyone. Guided by friendly instructors, families will create memories and masterpieces they can cherish for years to come. Bring your enthusiasm and a sense of adventure, and let’s create something wonderful as a family!
