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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Astrologically, this lunar event is all about finding a healthy equilibrium and doing the hard work to reach your ambitions. A guided meditation and sound healing experience focused on reflection, awareness, and release, inspired by the energy of the full moon. This practice offers space to pause, reset, and connect inward through breath, stillness, and […]
Partido de Mexico vs. Ecuador!! Especiales: Cubeta de Cerveza $29, Shots de Tequila $5.
BROWN BAG LUNCH with YOUR Community Radio Station! KBUT invites you to join us for a community chat at 508 Maroon Ave, CB. Wednesday, July 1st @ 11:30am-1:30pm. Bring your own lunch, questions and feedback. Come hang with the KBUTeam for an afternoon of conversation and connection. We want to hear from you and spend […]
Free happy hour featuring Irwin Brewing Co. "Marmot Tears IPA" - a special edition of their best-selling IPA, with a portion of proceeds benefiting RMBL - and a talk with marmot expert Dr. Dan Blumstein. Email [email protected] to reserve your seats for a "Dinner with Dan" after the talk ($125/person). Learn more at rmbl.org/marmottears/.
Help maintain some of CB's pristine singletrack and enjoy comradery, food and prizes.
The Live from Mt. Crested Butte (presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association) series returns! Billy Allen + The Pollies will take the stage on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Join us at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort Base Area for free live music. Local opener at 5:30 […]
Join the Crested Butte Museum for an old fashioned social with vinyls on the turntables and live music from the band San Leandro. Featuring local vendors, activities, craft stations, a photo booth, food trucks, and more, this event is our 22nd annual party on July 2nd. Suggested Attire: dress as your favorite local tradition FREE […]
Corb Lund live in concert at the I Bar Ranch
Join us for the 2026 Gunnison Balloon Rally, July 3rd through 5th! The weekend kicks off Friday morning with a 6:30AM mass ascension of hot air balloons at Jorgenson Field, followed by the Glow over Gunnison Friday night from 7 to 9PM. On Saturday, July 4th, enjoy a free pancake breakfast at Legion Park starting […]
The Mt. Crested Butte Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks will be held on Friday, July 3, 2026, from 5 to 10 pm at the Red Lady Stage in the Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR) Base Area. Fireworks will start around 9:30 pm. Join us for a free family-friendly concert and Independence Day celebration. Featuring live […]
Join us during First Friday Art Walks for a relaxed evening of clay. Have a drink, try the wheel with friends or a partner, and enjoy a welcoming, beginner-friendly studio - no experience required. Instructor: Lauren Roullier. $42 Member | $50 Non-Member
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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