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.
Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.
Join The Nowak Society and The Center for the Arts for an open, community-centered conversation exploring the many dimensions of psychedelics-from personal experiences and emerging therapeutic research to ceremonial traditions, recreational safety, and harm reduction. Guided by your questions and curiosity, this informal discussion creates space for thoughtful dialogue, diverse perspectives, and shared learning. Whether […]
Settle in for a cozy community potluck inspired by What to Cook When You Don't Feel Like Cooking: Make it Fast by Caroline Chambers! Designed for busy weeknights and low-energy days, this cookbook is packed with clever shortcuts, flexible recipes, and practical techniques that make getting dinner on the table feel effortless. Pick up a […]
Jim Davidson hosts Open Mic Night every Thursday at Crested Bucha in Gunnison, CO fom 7pm to 10pm. Crested Bucha has the best acoustic music listening room in Gunnison in which Jim MCs the event and staffs the professional sound gear to help every performer sound their best. So come on down and enjoy the […]
**CORRECTION** THERE IS NO OPEN MIC AT CRESTED BUCHA ON 17 SEPT 2026.
2 more weeks of LIVE MUSIC!
Friday Clay Day | Ages 7+ Get your hands dirty at Friday Clay Day, a fun and exploratory class where each session brings a brand-new project! From functional pieces to creative sculptures, participants will experiment with different techniques and ideas while building confidence working with clay. Perfect for all levels, this class is all about […]
Come celebrate our 5th Annual Welcoming Week in Gunnison with a Community Soccer Tournament! The games will run tournament style, and we will cap at 8 teams. Don't have a team? No problem! Sign-ups and registrations at 5pm at Katy O. Rady Field will put you on a team to play. 6pm start time for […]
Jim Davidson returns to billy barr in the Elevation Resort & Spa in Mt Crested Butte, CO from 8pm to 11pm.
Join us for the 37th Annual Headwaters Conference hosted by the Clark Family School of Environment & Sustainability at Western Colorado University. Join us as we explore Southern Identity, the power of community, and Environmental Justice at this year's conference! Presentations! Art displays! Moving film & conversation! We will be joined by Joycelyn Davis & […]
Our 5th Annual Welcoming Week will culminate with our annual Diversity Walk event that will start at 1pm at 525 N Main St. The City of Gunnison Mayor Plata will read our Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation, and then we will proceed to our parade down Main St and ending at Jorgensen Park. There will be […]
Final 2 weekends of the River Bar!! GUNNISON’s premier boutique music venue steps away from the GUNNISON River.
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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