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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    Mountain Words Festival

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

    The Mountain Words Festival is a multi-day literary festival featuring readings, workshops, kids' events, parties, panel discussions, and more. It offers a variety of paid and free events. Join us […]

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    Wildflower Watercolor Workshop

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

    Friday, May 29th | 6:00 - 8:00 PM Celebrate the beauty of nature in this hands-on watercolor workshop focused on painting wildflowers. Participants will learn techniques for creating soft washes, […]

    $40

  • Harmels Spring Fly Fishing Tournament

    Harmels on the Taylor 6748 County Road 742, Almont, CO, United States

    Join us for some friendly competition at our first Spring Fly Fishing Tournament at Harmels on the Taylor. Teams of two will spend the morning and afternoon fishing on our […]

    $400

  • Michael Franti & Spearhead

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

    Michael Franti & Spearhead return to the I Bar Ranch, Saturday May 30th, 2026

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    Taylor Downriver Race

    Taylor River MM11 County Road 742, Almont, CO, United States

    Annual Taylor River Race through the Gunnison River Festival. Competitions includes long boats, men's & women's kayak, rafts. Afterparty at Harmels. Pre-registration is highly recommend as spots are limited!

    $20
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    Gunnison River Festival 2026

    Gunnison County Whitewater Park Highway 50, Gunnison, CO

    The Gunnison River Festival (GRF) is meant to promote awareness and celebration of local rivers as a priceless resource through river-themed recreation, arts and education. We endeavor to promote the […]

  • Gravel Adventure Field Guide Launch Party

    Goodday Bikeworks 560 W Highway 50 Suite B, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Calling all gravel bikers! Join us for a celebration of the new Gunnison Valley edition of the Gravel Adventure Field Guide on Saturday, June 13. Two group rides head out […]

    Free

  • Easy Jim

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

    Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead

  • Inner Piece Speed Puzzle Competition

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

    On June 19 and 20, 2026, Crested Butte will be hosting its first-ever speed puzzling competition at the Center for the Arts Crested Butte. Speed puzzling is a fast-growing competitive […]

    $25 – $50

  • Mountain Jam, music of The Allman Brothers

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

    On Site camping is available for this performance. The band was formed in the summer of 2025, to honor and celebrate the timeless music of The Allman Brothers Band. With […]

    $20 – $25

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    Crested Butte Social Party

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

    Join the Crested Butte Museum for an old fashioned social with vinyls on the turntables and live music from the band San Leandro. Featuring local vendors, activities, craft stations, a […]

    $20
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    Corb Lund

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

    Corb Lund live in concert at the I Bar Ranch

    $30 – $35

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