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

    Mountains and Wildflowers: Painting Workshop

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

    Spend a fun day with artist and instructor Beth Zink, learning how to paint a landscape with mountains and wildflowers. Beth takes you step by step through her painting process, […]

    $195

  • Skate Night

    Free family skate night. Roller skates and blades are provided or bring your own! Helmets are required.

    FREE
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Pub Crawl

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

    Join us for an evening cruise down historic Elk Avenue as we explore the stories behind Crested Butte's iconic buildings and colorful past. At each stop, guests will enjoy a […]

    $55 – $70
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Trivia at Montanya

    Montanya Distillers 212 Elk Ave, Crested Butte

    Montanya Trivia Night Put your thinking caps on and join us for Trivia Night at Montanya Rum. Gather your crew, test your smarts, and compete for prizes while enjoying great […]

    $20

  • OPEN MIC NIGHT @ 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

  • Floodgate Operators

    I Bar Ranch 850 Co Rd 49, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Release the water! Floodgate Operators are on the scene! Come jam out with the boys! One of the Gunnison Valley's favorites!

    $30 – $35
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Mountain Words Writer’s Retreat

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

    Mountain Words invites writers in poetry, fiction, and nonfiction to a weekend of generative work in a rejuvenative setting. For 3 days, join our outstanding collection of authors as they […]

    $350
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Sculpt Big Bugs with Mud – Friday Clay Day

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

    Friday Clay Day | Ages 7+ Get your hands dirty at Friday Clay Day, a fun and exploratory class where each session brings a brand-new project! From functional pieces to […]

    $45

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