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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Get ready for a spooky good time in Downtown Gunnison! The 2026 Ghostly Goodie Grab is a free, family-friendly Halloween celebration bringing our community together for an afternoon of trick-or-treating, costumes and fun. Downtown businesses and local organizations will be handing out candy throughout the event, and everyone is welcome to get involved — even […]
Come carve a mini jack-o'-lantern with us before our candlelit welcome class for Kaitlyn! Small pumpkins call for slow, careful hands, so this is a chance to practice patience and presence, and to laugh at how imperfect they turn out. When you're done, your pumpkin will help light up the studio for the spooky yoga […]
Second Annual Halloween Costume Party! Live Music by DJ Mijo, Drink Specials, Photo Booth & Prize for Best Dressed. FREE ENTRY!
KBUT Community Radio, The CB Old Rock Library, and The Trailhead Children’s Museum bring you the “Halloween Fright Parade” on Halloween, Saturday, October 31st, 2026. Join us at 3:45pm at First and Elk for a pre-parade KBUT block party with music and the 'Thriller' dance taught by Barron Farnell & Poems with SherBear. Starting at […]
Karaoke nights are back at the Montanya Tasting Room! Grab your friends, pick your song, and join us for a night of good rum, good company, and questionable singing. Happy Hour specials all night. Friday, September 25 | 6–9 PM Saturday, October 24 | 6–9 PM Saturday, October 31 | 6–9 PM — Closing Night […]
Come one, come all, to the Zombie Ball! Dress as anything undead and get your boogie on. Live Music by Empathy Protocol, Drink Specials, Photo Booth & FREE Entry
Application deadline for Rotary Youth Exchange program is 1 November. Are you open to new experiences? Would you like to have an adventure of a lifetime? Be fluent in another language? Rotary Youth Exchange is an incredible opportunity to spend a school year abroad in another country. Applicants must be 15 1/2 - 17 1/2 […]
Join Western Colorado University, Coldharbour Institute, and our partners for a two-day theory-to-practice biochar workshop that explores the technology, science, and practical applications of this potent regenerative material and its many benefits. This hands-on training workshop teaches the principles and benefits of biochar, including its production and application as a soil amendment and a tool […]
Join us at the Gunnison Arts Center for our lively First Friday ArtWalk & Music events! Explore the beautifully curated Cy Baird Gallery (Main Floor) and Nancy Tredway Gallery (Upstairs), showcasing inspiring new exhibitions from local and regional artists. November's galleries feature "In Wonderland" and "Private Collections #1" Discover handcrafted goods in the Valley Makers […]
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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