Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

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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  • Gunnison Sunset

    The Crane Wives

    The Live from Mt. Crested Butte (presented by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association) series returns! The Crane Wives will take the stage on Wednesday, August 5, 2026. […]

    Free
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Tyler Hansen

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO
    Free

  • Free Music in the Historic Garden

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

    Join the Crested Butte Museum in our historic garden for free live music every Thursday in August! 6pm-8pm. Musicians include: August 8th- Rachel VanSlyke August 13th- Bill Dowell August 20th- […]

    Free

  • OPEN MIC @ CRESTED BUCHA

    Crested Bucha 315 1/2 N Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

    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 […]

    FREE

  • Floyd Bauler @ 7:00

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

    Steve Earle

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

    Steve Earle is one of the most acclaimed singer-songwriters of his generation. A protŽgŽ of legendary writers Townes Van Zandt and Guy Clark, he became a master storyteller in his […]

    $65

  • Glimmer Show Opening

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

    So often, our gaze is drawn toward what is fractured or unresolved. This work moves in the opposite direction, turning instead toward the subtle, shimmering moments that exist alongside it […]

    Free to Attend!
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Try the Wheel: Date Night / Friends Night

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

    Join us during First Friday Art Walks for a relaxed evening of clay. Have a drink, try the wheel with friends or a partner, and enjoy a welcoming, beginner-friendly studio […]

    $50

  • Exhibit Opening Reception

    Terrible Mountain Gallery 409 Main St, Pitkin, CO, United States

    Join us for an evening celebrating the distinct visions of artists Carol Connor and Sarah Schmidt in the Ascent & Confluence Exhibit Rooms at Terrible Mountain Gallery. *Charcuterie Provided

    Free

  • JIM DAVIDSON @ A BAR ABOVE

    A Bar Above 620 Gothic Rd Suite C130, Mt. Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Jim Davidson returns to A Bar Above on 19 June 2026 to perform every other Friday during the summer season from 6pm to 9pm. So come on up to Mt […]

    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