Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

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.

  • Crested Butte Film Festival

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    Celebrating 15 Years of film in the Gunnison Valley! Over 80 handpicked films, special events, and unforgettable experiences await at the 15th annual Crested Butte Film Festival. There are free […]

    Free – $17
  • Julian Young

    The Whammy Bar 126 N Main, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Solo Voice and Keys, improvisation, and reimagination. Classic songs, originals, soulful singing, and unbeatable atmosphere. The Whammy Bar is opening, and the music will be exceptional.

    Free
  • Crested Butte Film Festival

    Celebrating 15 Years of film in the Gunnison Valley! Over 80 handpicked films, special events, and unforgettable experiences await at the 15th annual Crested Butte Film Festival. There are free […]

    Free – $17
  • Historic Elk Ave Walking Tours

    Crested Butte Museum 331 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking […]

    $20 – $25
  • Alla Prima: Pet Portraits | Ages 15+

    Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    6:00 - 8:00 PM | Thursday, September 25th Paint your furry (or feathered) friend in this fun, beginner-friendly class! Using the grid method and alla prima technique, you'll create an […]

    $46 – $55
  • Date Night/Friends Night Clay | Ages 18+

    Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Learn how to throw on the potters' wheel! Join our Guest Artist, Melissa Michel (@scumugs) from Art Spot Silverthorne make magic with clay! Perfect for couples, friends, or first dates. […]

    $51 – $60
  • Live Music – Bill Dowell

    The Whammy Bar 126 N Main, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Live music with Bill Dowel 7-10 pm at The Whammy Bar, 126 N Main St. Gunnison

  • Crested Butte Film Festival

    Celebrating 15 Years of film in the Gunnison Valley! Over 80 handpicked films, special events, and unforgettable experiences await at the 15th annual Crested Butte Film Festival. There are free […]

    Free – $17
  • Art Walk

    Various Crested Butte locations

    Join us on this special evening to meet your local artists! Look for the colorful Artwalk tonight flags at participating galleries!

    Free!
  • Harvest Hoedown

    Mountain Roots Community Garden 212 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO

    Come celebrate the end of the harvest season with us! We will be showing our appreciation to all of our amazing volunteers and then the doors open to the entire […]

  • Drawing the Figure | Ages 18+

    Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Friday | 5:30 - 8:30 | September 26th Explore gesture, proportion, and expression while drawing from a live nude model in this dynamic, studio-style class. Led by artist Karolina Szumilas, […]

    $44 – $50
  • Opening Reception with the Artists

    Off Center Designs 115 W Georgia Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Join us for a delightful "Opening Reception with the Artists" on Friday, September 26, from 6-8 PM at Off Center Designs and kick off the 2025 Scenic Studio Tour. This […]

    FREE

Annual events in Crested Butte and Gunnison

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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Nordic skiers race in two lines dressed in costumes on a snowy downtown street

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