Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

Explore events and things to do in Gunnison and Crested Butte, from weekend festivals and live music to outdoor adventures and cultural experiences. Whether you’re visiting for a few days or planning a longer stay, there’s always something happening in the Gunnison Valley. Find events happening today, this weekend, and throughout the year across every season. Use this guide to plan your trip and make the most of your time in Gunnison and Crested Butte.

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  • Gothic Mountain Tour

    Crested Butte Community School 818 Red Lady Ave., Crested Butte, CO

    A beautiful circumnavigation of Gothic Mountain. The Gothic Mountain Tour features a 23.5-mile competitive race and a 17.85-mile recreational race around the majestic Gothic Mountain. This race is unique, tough, […]

  • Gunnison Sunset

    Pink in the Rink

    Jorgensen Ice Rink 501 E Tomichi, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Gunnison Tough’s 11th Annual Pink in the Rink Women’s Hockey Tournament supporting Friends of Tough supporting local residents who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and need financial assistance. Puck […]

    $95
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Pink in the Rink

    Jorgensen Ice Rink 501 E Tomichi, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Gunnison Tough’s 11th Annual Pink in the Rink Women’s Hockey Tournament supporting Friends of Tough supporting local residents who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and need financial assistance. Puck […]

    Free – $95

  • 2027 Winter Grand Traverse

    The Grand Traverse is a point-to-point ski race from Crested Butte to Aspen. Racers travel 40 miles across the Elk Mountain range, climbing over 6,800 vertical feet. To ensure competitor […]

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