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.
Join us at 6pm at the Gunnison Library on Wednesday, February 5 for an Author Talk with Zak Podmore. In his new book Life After Dead Pool, journalist Zak Podmore […]
The Way of Compassion Dharma Center is located in Carbondale, Colorado. The sister Dharma center is the Here and Now Center in Gunnison, CO. We also serve a virtual sangha […]
Award-winning journalist Zak Podmore explores the challenges facing the Colorado River and its dying reservoirs in Life After Dead Pool, blending science and storytelling to reframe the river's future with […]
Join us Feburary 6-8, 2025, for our annual Rail Jam, Mountaineers Day on the Mountain, Apres Ski Party and Breakfast in the Backcountry events. More details and registration coming soon...
Here for a short February visit, Rachel VanSlyke will be accompanied by some of this valley's top talent. VanSlyke's unique combination of accessible, highly listenable tunes with no-holds-barred lyrics and […]
Chris Coady live at the Billy Bar inside the Elevation Hotel Mt. Crested Butte
Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a […]
Crackpots, Crackshots & A Cannibal A Readers Theatre Play February 7 & 8. Doors open at 6:30, Curtain 7:00 pm. The Wild West was mine-crazy in 1880. In the Spring […]
Easy Jim | Crested Butte Public House | February 7, 2025 Settle back easy, Jim..." The words of Robert Hunter in the song "Althea" seemed to fit the mold of […]
Hip, hip, hooray, it's Curecanti's 60th Birthday! Join us at 11:30 am on Saturday, February 8 at the Gunnison Library to learn about what makes our backyard National Recreation Area […]
In a two-part event, enjoy figure skating performances by WCU figure skating club skaters. Afterwords, the ice opens for a public skate with an obstacle course and bowling. Entry for […]
Grab your besties and join us for a fabulous Pal-entine's Day celebration! In this lively and festive sip-and-paint class, you'll enjoy drinks, laughter, and plenty of creative fun as you […]
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!
