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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.

Live! from Mt. Crested Butte

Red Lady Stage 12 Snowmass Rd, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

Nashville-based pop-funk starlet Molly Grace is quickly blazing on the scene one platform heel at a time. Taking inspiration from artists like ReneŽ Rapp, Chappell Roan, and Remi Wolf, Molly masterfully blends pop with funk and disco, performing with an infectious groove that feels fresh yet timeless. Local opener Rachel Vanslyke starts at 5:30 pm.

Skyland Loop Run & BBQ

Skyland Crested Butte, CO, United States

From 251 Slate River Drive run the rec path, up the Divine Trail, up Bridges and the Upper, Upper to Brush Creek Road. The course returns to Skyland via Brush Creek road and the Skyland bike path. A shorter option is to cut down the Whetstone Vista Trail to Brush Creek Road. Distance is 5.65miles […]

Free

Tour De Forks Dinner

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

Nostalgia provides us with a thread of connection ~ a place for our collective memories to overlap ~ and what better place to indulge in the depths of summer than Crested Butte! For our final Tour de Forks dinner we will be settling into the fireside glow of the campfire with indulgent wines from the […]

MacramŽ Workshop | Hat Hangers

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

Hang your hat in style! Learn how to make your very own MacramŽ hat hanger!

$25

KBUT: Meet and Greet With Our DJs

Almont Resort 10209 CO-135, Almont, CO

Join KBUT and our awesome Djs for a Meet and Greet at the Almont Resort, Thursday July 18th from 630-8pm. We're gearing up for our summer pledge drive and want to stoke the fire with You, our community and fabulous volunteer Djs. This event is free and open to everyone. There will be door prizes, […]

Free

The Odd Couple

Crested Butte Mountain Theatre 403 2nd Street, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Experience the timeless comedy of The Odd Couple, directed by the brilliant Mary Tuck. Follow the hilarious antics of mismatched roommates, Felix Unger and Oscar Madison, as they navigate the trials and tribulations of living together despite their starkly different personalities.

$15 – $25

Democracy & Resilience

Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

Care about diversity in the environmental movement? Dr. Kimberly Ruffin (author of _Black on Earth_) will give a free public lecture based on her next book, entitled: "The Resilience of Ancestral Stories: America's Enslaved Ancestors and Democratizing the U.S. Nature Narrative" at 7 PM on July 18 in the Anthracite Room of the Elevation Hotel […]

Free

Core’s 10th Anniversary Party

Core Crested Butte 426 Belleview Ave Unit 103, Crested Butte, CO, United States

Pop-Up workouts, games and giveaways! Bring your friends, kids and partners. Join us for a fun celebration of fitness, community and fun.

FREE

Center for the Arts Gala

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

The Center invites you to step into a world of enchantment at the 2024 Center Gala, Summer Nights. Featuring captivating and nostalgic performances, a three-course meal crafted by James Beard-nominated chef- Matt Vawter, exquisite wines, and an auction chock full of exquisite and rare experiences, this event celebrates creativity and community in support of the […]

$250

Pop Up Pottery – Date Night

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

Join us for a Pottery Pop Up Date Night! Bring your loved one and get your hands in the mud. Pick up your finished pot within two weeks!

$100

A Bar Above

A Bar Above 620 Gothic Rd Suite C130, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

Friday Night Magic

Storyweaver Games 901 W Tomichi Unit 2, Gunnison, CO, United States

Join us at Storyweaver Games for casual Friday Night Magic. Weather you are a local looking for a regular game or someone visiting just looking to find a game this Friday, we have you covered. Casual commander play is our thing on Friday nights.

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

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