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.
A dynamic class linking breath with fluid movement through a thoughtfully sequenced series of postures to build strength, flexibility, and balance. Expect continuous transitions that cultivate presence and embodiment in every pose.
A dynamic class linking breath with fluid movement through a thoughtfully sequenced series of postures to build strength, flexibility, and balance. Expect continuous transitions that cultivate presence and embodiment in every pose. Taught by Leia Morrison E-RYT500.
Set break 7-8pm
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 6pm on Thursday, February 12, for an author talk with local writer C. William Langsfeld. In his new book Salvation, local author C. William Langsfeld explores an emotionally charged Western noir set in a small rural Colorado town locked in winter and crisis. After Tom Horak murders his […]
"The Staring Contest"...a tournament of skill... will be held at Kochevar's Saloon on Thursday, February 12 with registration beginning at 6:30 PM. Competitors 21-and-up will stare at each other in a one-on-one bracket-style elimination tournament until a champion emerges. Grudge matches will follow the official tournament. More information is available by calling 515-249-4075.
Please join us on this special evening to meet the artists & support your local public galleries.
Set Break from 7-8pm
Spicy Flow is a dynamic, heat-building vinyasa with creative sequencing, strong transitions, and moments that challenge your strength, balance, and focus. Expect to sweat, explore your edge with smart options, and leave feeling energized, empowered, and grounded. Taught by Desirae Penton-Crosley E-RYT500.
Get ready for a high-stakes winter night out at the Crested Butte Museum! Join us for an evening of poker, roulette, and blackjack in a lively casino-style setting. Never gambled before? No problem—our professional dealers will be on hand to show you the ropes. This leather and gold themed party is the perfect Valentine’s-inspired date […]
Subject to change is back in our first show of the year on the Mallardi Cabaret Stage. As always we have members of the rotating comedy troupe coming together to create hilarity on the spot. We can all use a lil' levity this Valentines Day weekend, plus the pay-what-you-can ticket price and drink specials make […]
Move freely, feel deeply, and reconnect with your body through this liberating, judgment-free dance experience. Ecstatic Dance is a guided but unstructured movement practice set to a dynamic soundtrack, allowing you to express yourself, release stress, and find joy through rhythm and motion. No choreography, no experience needed - just come as you are and […]
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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