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.
TEENS! Join us at 3pm on Wednesday, April 10 at the Gunnison Library for an 80s Murder Mystery themed Escape Room! The year is 1985. A new arcade has opened in town and everyone is there for the opening day. Yet, as the ribbon is cut, someone winds up dead. It is up to you […]
High Country Conservation Advocates invites you meet their new Advocacy Director, Jon Hare, at HCCA Happy Hour on Thursday, April 11. Join HCCA at the Eldo, from 5 to 7 pm for fun conversation. Jon is leading HCCA on its continuing mission of protecting the future of the public lands we all love, right here […]
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, April 13 for Super Saturday Storytime. Let's gather to celebrate National Poetry Month with some rhyme time, and even create your own poem to share on our Poet-Tree. Free & open to the public.
Test your end of season endurance, Crested Butte Style! Grab 3 friends for a 4-person relay. Or take on the ultimate challenge of Solo Racer We will be serving hot dogs and other snacks at the yurt, with additional beer available for purchase. Competitors will receive a drink ticket for an extra post-race beer.
Formed in the subway systems of Oakland, retro-soul outfit The California Honeydrops are an electrifying group that defy convention at every turn. TheyÕve become a mainstay at festivals including Byron Bay Bluesfest (Australia), Outside Lands, Monterey Jazz, Lightning In A Bottle, and touring with B.B. King, Dr. John, Bonnie Raitt, Buddy Guy, and Allen Toussaint. […]
Learn African Dance techniques with teacher Maputo Mensah from Ghana. Kids Dance | April 16 | 4:15-5:30 (ages 5-14) Adult Dance | April 16| 5:30-6:45
Learn the importance of preserving food through dehydration, then give it a try! Participants will dehydrate fruit and veggies after a short presentation on food safety and the procedure for dehydrating fruit and veggies.
Please join us at the Gunnison Library from 10am-12pm on Friday, April 19 for an Earth Day celebration hosted by the Gunnison County Electric Association. This fun morning of Earth Day activities will include seed bombs, bird feeders, herb starters & recycled crafts! This event is free & open to the public.
Flower Blocks Saturday, April 20th, 12:00 to 3:00pm $60/Adult Immerse yourself in the world of whimsical blooms with our Flower Block Class. This creative endeavor invites participants of all skill levels to explore the art of hand-building with clay to craft a charming and personalized flower block. This class offers a delightful opportunity to infuse […]
Do you miss your favorite Firebrand Soups? Our Series this month highlights Hungarian Mushroom + Vegan Mushroom Learn from the legend herself, Heidi Magnus, how to make your favorite Firebrand Soups. The soup in this series is the iconic Hungarian Mushroom + Vegan Mushroom | April 20th | 3pm-5pm Location: GAC Cafe Gallery. Please enter […]
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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