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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  • Gunnison Sunset

    Nordic Center Opening Day

    Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    The Nordic Center will open for the 2024/2025 winter season. Come pick up your season pass and browse our retail collection.

  • Ceramic Ornament Making

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

    Create multiple personalized ornaments for gift giving or memorable holiday decor. Learn fun handbuilding and glazing techniques! Saturday, November 16th Youth + Family Session | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm (children 6 and up can take this class unaccompanied)

    $35

  • Ceramic Ornament Making

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

    Create multiple personalized ornaments for gift giving or memorable holiday decor. Learn fun handbuilding and glazing techniques! Saturday, November 16th Adult Session| 4:00 - 6:30 pm (21 + bar available)

    $35

  • The Giver

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

    Jonas lives in a perfect world with no war, fear, pain, or choices. But when Jonas turns 12, he is chosen for special training from The Giver, the keeper of all society's memories. His time with The Giver allows him to learn the truth about life and to discover what it means to grow up, […]

    $15 – $25

  • Ladies Fall Clothing Swap

    Join Us For Our Fall Clothing Swap Out with the old and in with the new! Clean out the closets and bring your lightly used, unwanted or unneeded clothing to the Three Rivers Resort for a ladies (and kids) clothing swap. The seasons are changing and it's time to put away the summer wardrobe. As […]

  • The Giver

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

    Jonas lives in a perfect world with no war, fear, pain, or choices. But when Jonas turns 12, he is chosen for special training from The Giver, the keeper of all society's memories. His time with The Giver allows him to learn the truth about life and to discover what it means to grow up, […]

    $15 – $25

  • Firebird Theatre’s The Snow Queen

    Firebird Theatre Co. 818 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Firebird's children's theatre series continues this November with The Snow Queen! Hans Christian Andersen's tale of friendship and magic gets a fresh Firebird adaptation with some modern humor and wacky characters. This Firelings offering is written and directed by local teen Jack Lockman under the mentorship of Firebird member Annie Flora. Based more closely on […]

    $5 – $10

  • Dinner at the Depot

    The Depot 716 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    High Country Conservation Advocates invites the community to Dinner at the Depot, an annual potluck where friends and neighbors gather to learn about conserving our public lands. Jon Hare will speak on HCCA's grass-roots conservation. Please bring a dish to share and your own place setting. See you Sunday, Nov. 17 at 4pm.

    Free

  • LADIES NIGHT: Cutting the Cords that Bind

    Paige Stewart Studio 723 S 9th Street Suite 2, Gunnison, CO, United States

    This is not your average Ladies Night, this sober gathering focuses on healing. Over the past year Paige has hosted a monthly evening for us to work on spiritual or psychological tools to better care for ourselves. These evenings have ranged in topics, but for the next three months Paige has created a powerful set […]

    $22
  • Gunnison Sunset

    North Valley Pop up Pantry

    Oh Be Joyful Church 625 Maroon Ave., Crested Butte, CO

    North Valley Pop-up Pantry Information Join us the second and fourth Thursday, July-December for the North Valley Pop-up Pantry. The locations will be the Mt. CB Transit Center and Oh Be Joyful Church. Please come visit the Pop-up Pantry for fresh and local produce, meat, dairy products, and pantry staples. Mt. CB Transit Center Dates […]

  • Gunnison Sunset

    Wine Seminar: Thanksgiving Wines

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

    As part of our extended programming from the Crested Butte Wine + Food Festival, we're bringing a fun twist to gathering at the Center for the Arts! Beaujolais + Beyond: Get ready to raise a glass for Thanksgiving! In this class, we'll explore wines perfect for your holiday table, learn about their regions, flavors, and […]

    $50

  • OPEN MIC NIGHT @ CRESTED BUCHA

    Crested Bucha 315 1/2 N Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Jim Davidson of the Black Canyon Ramblers hosts Open Mic Night at Crested Bucha in Gunnison, CO. Jim runs sound on professional sound gear for those wishing to pour their hearts out to a receptive crowd.

    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