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

    Strand Hill

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

  • BLACK CANYON RAMBLERS @ ALMONT RESORT

    Almont Resort 10209 CO-135, Almont, CO

    **FREE CONCERT** Get your summer bluegrass fix with the BLACK CANYON RAMBLERS at the ALMONT RESORT on Friday, 31 July 2026, from 5pm to 7pm. This will be the Ramblers' […]

    FREE

  • 2026 Crested Butte Arts Festival

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    The 54th Annual, Crested Butte Arts Festival will return to historic Elk Avenue, July 31 - August 2, 2026. The outdoor event presents 150 exhibiting fine art vendors in addition […]

    FREE
  • Gunnison Sunset

    The Relative Minors

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

    Murder at the Mountain Theatre

    Mallardi Cabaret Theatre 403 2nd Street, 2nd Floor, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Over a decade ago, Anheuser-Busch capitalized on CB's "up-for-whatever" spirit. They took over Elk Ave, renamed the town "Whatever, USA" for the weekend, and pretty much threw an epic weekend […]

    $100
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    Casey Falter

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

  • 2026 Crested Butte Arts Festival

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    The 54th Annual, Crested Butte Arts Festival will return to historic Elk Avenue, July 31 - August 2, 2026. The outdoor event presents 150 exhibiting fine art vendors in addition […]

    FREE
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Bill Dowell

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

    Opera Lollipops

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

    What do Axe Body Spray, British Airways, Coca Cola, Doritos, Jean Paul Gaultier, Fiat, Milton Bradley, Nestle, Maxell, Olive Garden, Rice Krispies, Scrubbing Bubbles, Toyota, and Volvo all have in […]

    $35

  • 2026 Crested Butte Arts Festival

    Elk Avenue Crested Butte

    The 54th Annual, Crested Butte Arts Festival will return to historic Elk Avenue, July 31 - August 2, 2026. The outdoor event presents 150 exhibiting fine art vendors in addition […]

    FREE
  • Gunnison Sunset

    Sundays @ 6 | Quartz Alley Combo & Kroshack

    Legion Park Gunnison, CO, United States

    Sundays @ 6 is a free summer concert series in Legion Park, featuring live music every Sunday evening along with food trucks, artisan booths, face painting and special VIP events. […]

    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