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Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

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.

Pinnacle Orthopedics Community Race

Crested Butte Nordic Center 620 2nd St, Crested Butte, CO, United States

The Pinnacle Orthopedics Community Races are a fun way to get outside, exercise, meet new people, and challenge yourself. Each week is a different format and location, with races ranging […]

Embracing the Cycle: Rebirth, Death

Paige Stewart Studio 723 S 9th Street Suite 2, Gunnison, CO, United States

This offering, led by KT Joy Folz, invites you to engage with the concept of rebirth through the exploration of death. From the moment of conception, our relationship with death […]

$10

Holiday Tree Sale

Ace Hardware - Crested Butte 607 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO, United States

The Crested Butte Avalanche Center is hosting its Fourth Annual Holiday Tree Sale in front of Ace Hardware in Crested Butte. Proceeds to support the Crested Butte Avalanche Center.

Western Colorado University Concert

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

It's a Mountaineer takeover! Featuring holiday favorites for orchestra, band, and choir performed by the music students, faculty, and community mentors of Western Colorado University's Department of Music.

$10

Santa Paws

Pawsitively Native 229 N. Main Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

Friendly leashed pets, adults, and kids are all invited to come and have their photo taken with Santa Paws on Friday, December 6th between 5 and 7pm and Saturday, December […]

$15

Wigs & Onesies Karaoke Dance Party & Live Auction

Bonez 130 Elk Avenue, Crested Butte, CO

This year's largest PTA fundraiser is "Wigs & Onesies" Karaoke + DJ Dance Party at Bonez on Friday, Dec. 6th. Announcing Laura Silva, a.k.a. "DJ Triple L," of High Mountain […]

$35 – $50

Julian Young Solo at Double Shot Cyclery

Double Shot Cyclery 222 North Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Help us kick off the winter season with Julian Young on voice and keys. Double Shot Cyclery offers a plethora of cocktails, beverages, snacks, and meals! Gunnison's Night of Lights […]

Free

Vincent Antone + Phyphr

Vincent Antone +Phyphr | Crested Butte Public House | December 6, 2024 Vincent Antone (full name Vincent Antone Seidl) is an American producer and recording artist based in Austin, TX. […]

$35

Santa Paws

Pawsitively Native 229 N. Main Street, Gunnison, CO, United States

Friendly leashed pets, adults, and kids are all invited to come and have their photo taken with Santa Paws on Friday, December 6th between 5 and 7pm and Saturday, December […]

$15

Santa Storytime!

Gunnison Library 1 Quartz St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Please join us at the Gunnison Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, December 7 for story time with Santa! Enjoy some cozy holiday stories read by Kris Kringle himself. There […]

free

Holiday Sip and Shop

Buckel Family Wine 1018 CO-135 Unit B, Gunnison, CO, United States

Sip and Shop Holiday Gift Market! Come by Buckel Family Wine as we host markers from the Gunnison Valley! Sip wine, eat well, and support local markers. Vendors to include […]

GAC Gala

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

2024 GAC Gala "The Great Gatsby." A 1920's arts lounge, speakeasy bar, and performance venue Join us for an unforgettable night at the annual Gunnison Arts Center Gala, themed around […]

$75

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

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