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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The Winter Solstice is a time to reconnect with the planet and embrace the return of light. Let's celebrate with a unique session of hammock yoga, reiki and sound healing. Start with gentle breathing exercises and inversions, then move into peaceful meditation. Experience the soothing vibrations of crystal bowls during sound healing and receive the […]
Come join Firebird Theatre and celebrate the holidays with our performance of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol"! It will be performed at the Lodge at Mountaineer Square on Mt. CB and the event is sponsored by the town of Mt. Crested Butte.
Join us every other Saturday through the season with Geeks Who Drink, hosted by superhost Aaron! Get your team together and mark your calendars!
Come join Firebird Theatre and celebrate the holidays with our performance of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol"! It will be performed at the Lodge at Mountaineer Square on Mt. CB and the event is sponsored by the town of Mt. Crested Butte.
Come join Firebird Theatre and celebrate the holidays with our performance of Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol"! It will be performed at the Lodge at Mountaineer Square on Mt. CB and the event is sponsored by the town of Mt. Crested Butte.
Join for a reception celebrating the artists! Featuring a robust bar menu as well as complimentary house wine or beer. Over time, the nickname "Mother Rock" has been used to describe the iconic peak that reaches out above the small town of Crested Butte. Coming together for this invitational group show, featured artists of Crested […]
It is rare for there to exist a defining moment that changes the trajectory of four lives at once. But, clear as a lightning bolt in an open field, so electric was the moment The Fretliners first played together around a single microphone in the Cloverlick banjo shop barn one fateful evening, they knew they […]
The Fretliners Winter Tour | Crested Butte Public House | December 27 & 28, 2024 It is rare for there to exist a defining moment that changes the trajectory of four lives at once. But, clear as a lightning bolt in an open field, so electric was the moment The Fretliners first played together around […]
All ages Holiday/New Year Skate Party. Half price entry and rentals, food and drink specials, fire pit and free S'mores, fun ice games with prizes.
Warren Miller is back with this year's film celebrating their 75th year! Join us for 4 nights of giveaways and all the winter stoke you need. December 6th, 7th, 28th & 29th at 6:30 pm at The Majestic Theater. Get your tickets at https://www.cbfilmfest.org/events Sponsored by Crested Butte Dental.
The Fretliners Winter Tour | Crested Butte Public House | December 27 & 28, 2024 It is rare for there to exist a defining moment that changes the trajectory of four lives at once. But, clear as a lightning bolt in an open field, so electric was the moment The Fretliners first played together around […]
Celebrate the Festival of Lights in Crested Butte at Chabad's annual Chanukah Celebration. This event will begin outside the Crested Butte Museum with a 10-foot Menorah lighting and continue inside with live music, warm drinks, children's crafts, and delicious Kosher Latkes! Locals and tourists of all ages are welcome to join this free event 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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