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 a community of jammers with our wildly successful Jam Class hosted by Justin Leflar. Connect with other enthusiastic jammers for an invigorating musical experience. Develop and practice the skills to enjoy leading and playing along with songs around a campfire or in a band. Come enjoy the valley’s great pickers at the Center for […]
What do the Beatles have to do with Dadaism? How should you approach listening to atonal music? And, how has the twentieth century influenced composers today? All this and more as we survey the most complex century in music history! After this lecture, you’ll be better equipped to engage with the music of our time.
Jazzercise Mondays, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, August 29 - September 26.(5 sessions) Break out the leotards and dust off your leg warmers. Do you miss the 80’s trend? Join us for dance-filled, full body workout nights starting this January. Students will use pilates, yoga, and kickboxing principles to get their bodies moving and toned. You […]
Join us for our August Women's Networking Night Please join us Wednesday, August 31st from 5:30-7:30 for a fun night building and grilling pizzas on the deck overlooking CB South. Host Drew Peterson has opened up his home and lends his pizza grilling expertise for the night! Build your own pizza (or he'll build it […]
A Jeep tour and a world-class concert in the most beautiful concert space ever invented – the outdoors! Join a Jeep tour to a ridiculously beautiful view and revel in a fun, world-class performance by Tara Rose & The Real Deal.
A local watercolor artist will guide you (and your wine) through a watercolor painting from start to finish, giving instruction on setting up to paint, wash and watercolor painting techniques, composition, and more. Wine and beer are provided to participants 21 and older, so you can relax and create! All watercolor supplies and your drinks […]
Trivia night at the Center with Quiz Quiz Bang Bang! 6:30 pm doors, 7 pm start! Join us the first Thursday of each month for a lively evening of trivia, prizes and lots of laughs! From the dynamic duo behind the hugely popular Quiz Quiz Bang Bang podcast, get ready to test your smarts from […]
Come join us for ArtWalk Fest! Celebrate the launch of Gunnison Creative District with live music, fire throwing, food & drinks, art in action displays in more! We also have three galleries this month that are debuting on Friday as well! Main Gallery: "Home Again" by Connie Schlepp Weiskopf Tredway Gallery: "Bodies at Rest" by […]
Yonder is a quintessential ensemble performing music that doesn’t stand still, it’s always progressing and breaking unprecedented ground. At the I Bar Ranch you can dance up close or sit back by the giant bonfire on the lawn, everyone has a great time at the I Bar Ranch in Gunnison.
This Labor Day weekend we are excited to once again join Wildlands Restoration Volunteers, Colorado Parks and Wildlife, Upper Gunnison River Water Conservancy District, and the US Forest Service to restore riparian and wet meadow habitats in the sagebrush shrublands of Miller Ranch, in the picturesque Ohio Creek Valley. Volunteers will use innovative, yet simple, […]
The Paragon People's Fair is a non-juried arts and crafts festival that helps regional Colorado artist showcase their artwork. It is a two-day event held down the middle of Elk Avenue on Labor Day weekend.
A much loved weekend 2-day arts and crafts festival for local and Colorado artists. Unjuried, first come first served, lots of variety, fun, live music by local musicians, the Dog Show by Oh-be Dogful.
The Paragon People's Fair is a non-juried arts and crafts festival that helps regional Colorado artist showcase their artwork. It is a two-day event held down the middle of Elk Avenue on Labor Day weekend.
Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead will be live at the Arrowhead Mountain Lodge Sunday, September 4th from 6-9pm. This is a family friendly venue that is located exactly halfway between Montrose and Gunnison. There is plenty of camping in the nearby national forest and food at the lodge. Please visit www.easyjimband.net for more […]
Now a Labor Day tradition! Make this Labor Day a memorable one when you celebrate with your friends, family, and the CBMF. Enjoy a performance by the amazing jazz band, The Democracy, while taking in the beautiful scenery Crested Butte has to offer.
The Adaptive Sports Center is hosting the launch of a support group for Gunnison County adult residents who have various neurological diagnoses. The group will have regular gatherings to share resources and expand on health and wellness opportunities. The first meeting will be held at the Adaptive Sports Center's Kelsey Wright Building on Monday, September […]
The Town of Mt. Crested Butte invites residents and community members to join Mayor, Nicholas Kempin on the first and third Tuesday of every month to discuss town business, address important issues and be a listening ear to the community!
Tuesdays, 6:00pm – 8:00pm. September 6 & 13 Join our shop artist and instructor, Sarah Sharsmith. In this single day workshop to experience the art of alcohol ink painting. Basic pouring and ink interaction techniques will be taught. Learn how to use these bright and versatile inks to create beautiful, unique paintings you will be […]
Tuesday, September 6, 2022 | $20 | Center for the Arts 6 pm doors | 6:30 discussion | 7 pm film Join us for a very special screening and discussion of Blood Diamond with writer, director, and actor Ed Zwick (Blood Diamond, Glory, Legends of the Fall, The Last Samurai) Drinks and popcorn available.
We’ll bring the beers, you bring the muscle! Spend your Wednesday evening doing volunteer trail work with CBMBA, then stick around for Ska brews and camaraderie.
CBMT Subject to Change Improv October Friday 7th 8:30 pm (18+) October Saturday 8th 5:30 Family Friendly & 8:30pm (18+) Subject to Change is Crested Butte Mountain Theatre's in-house improv team. The troupe performs short and long form styles of improv. Subject to Change is bringing two nights, and three shows of laughter to the […]
Do you live next to or been impacted by a vacation rental property? As part of the Town of Crested Butte's community engagement plan for updating their vacation rental regulations, we are hosting a meeting to give community members who live next to, or in neighborhoods with vacation rentals an opportunity to provide feedback, ideas, […]
Join us for these interpretive history tours as we explore surrounding natural areas around Crested Butte and The Gunnison Valley. These tours will explore the mining and ranching history of the area that we’re riding, history of the trails, and of mountain biking in the valley. You must provide your own mountain bike, helmet, water, […]
Join High Country Conservation Advocates (HCCA) and the United States Forest Service to reconnect and restore riparian and wetland habitat on Trail Creek by constructing beaver dam analogs (BDAs).
Crested Butte holds a special place in the history and evolution of mountain biking. As does the CB Museum, which housed the mountain bike hall of fame until it moved to Marin County, CA. The purpose of this event is to remind people of that unique history, and that the museum is the hub where […]
Crested Butte holds a special place in the history and evolution of mountain biking. As does the CB Museum, which housed the mountain bike hall of fame until it moved to Marin County, CA. The purpose of this event is to remind people of that unique history, and that the museum is the hub where […]
Join High Country Conservation Advocates (HCCA) and the United States Forest Service to reconnect and restore riparian and wetland habitat on Trail Creek by constructing beaver dam analogs (BDAs).
Learn fermentation from Farm to Fork and preserve your local harvest! Taste several delicious ferments, vote for your favorites, and enjoy a full farm-to-table lunch! Learn from expert local fermenter Jeff Dautrich. Learn formulas for fermenting anything! Take home 6 liters of fermenting organic vegetables in 3 reusable jars (valued at $30 each).
The 18th annual Bridge of Butte brings our ASC community together, across the nation, with two weeks of bike challenges to push your limits, have some fun, and raise money. On the last day, we'll celebrate in Crested Butte with a Townie Tour that weaves through town over all our many bridges, ending at our […]
The Adaptive Sports Center is hosting the launch of a support group for Gunnison County Adult residents who have various neurological diagnoses. The group will have regular gatherings to share resources and expand on health and wellness opportunities. The first meeting will be held at the Adaptive Sports Center's Kelsey Wright Building on Monday, September […]
Celebrate the grand opening and public art exhibition of the Henderson Park Renovation Project Tuesday, September 13th from 4:00-6:00pm at 229 Whiterock Ave. Join us as we proudly recognize our funders, artists, partners, and contractors: Great Outdoors Colorado, Heather Bischoff of Bish Productions, Ben Eaton of Get Bent Blacksmithing, Sarah Broadwell and the Trailhead Children’s […]
This is the second community at large meeting for updates to the Town of Crested Butte's vacation rental regulations. At the this meeting we will present and discuss alternatives for the new ordinance. Join via Zoom as well.
Join some of the leading minds in our community for an evening of knowledge sharing, visionary thinking, and the presentation of ideas that can help move us into a brighter and healthier future. Featuring talks by Jenifer Blacklock, Chris Cappy, John Hausdoerffer, and Jeff Hermanson, we hope you can attend this new, free community event!
The Way of Compassion Dharma Center is located in Carbondale, Colorado. Our sister Dharma center is the Here and Now Center in Gunnison, CO. We also serve a virtual sangha of distributed practitioners across the nation. We are a Rime (non-sectarian) Buddhist center dedicated to the cultivation of wisdom and compassion through the study of […]
Wednesday, September 14 2022 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM $60 Buckel Family Wine will be hosting a Pottery Painting Party with Cassandra from Hanovi Ceramics. Get creative while enjoying some delicious local wine in our Gunnison Tasting Room. Ticket includes: Ceramic Wine Tumbler Glaze and Brushes A glass of wine Pieces can be picked up […]
Interactive music classes for babies, toddlers, and pre-schoolers! We'll be singing and dancing to the Lion Collection. Held at 9:30, Wednesdays in CB, Thursdays in Gunnison. Crested Butte507 Maroon Avenue Crested Butte, CO 81224 Gunnison 120 North Wisconsin Street Gunnison, CO 81230
A local watercolor artist will guide you (and your wine) through a watercolor painting from start to finish, giving instruction on setting up to paint, wash and watercolor painting techniques, composition, and more. Wine and beer are provided to participants 21 and older, so you can relax and create! All watercolor supplies and your drinks […]
Join the Crested Butte Friends of the Library board for an evening of wine tastings hosted by Sommelier Aaron Tomcack. Tickets are $40 for members (just a $25+ donation to become a CBFOL member) or $50 for non-members, and all proceeds benefit the Old Rock Library. There will be three 2022 summer wine tastings- July […]
Come to our Gunnison Tasting Room to enjoy some "Real Good Food" by Burnell's Farmhouse Eatery! This not to be missed food truck option will knock your socks off with delicious southern comfort food!
The 4th Annual Trek for Life on Friday, September 16 is a memorial hike over West Maroon Pass during Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month to celebrate and remember the lives of those no longer with us. The hike is designed to raise awareness about and reduce the stigma associated with behavioral health issues among individuals […]
Crystal Mtn Ranch is having there second high country music festival! Rapid Grass plays Friday the 16th, Saturday afternoon "Picking on Sturgil" jam session followed by Rapid Grass, then the Duane Betts Trio after dinner. Tickets are $250 for the weekend and includes: Camping, dinner both nights catered by "Slow Groovin," Beer by Aspen Brewing. […]
10 or 19 mile trail run in a beautiful setting at the height of the fall colors.
Pedal Your Butte-Off!™ is a costumed, human-powered wheel event right in the Town of Crested Butte on Saturday morning! This fundraising event is specifically designed to raise awareness about mental health issues and suicide prevention during September, Suicide Prevention & Awareness Month, by getting families, friends, and children living in our community involved.
This is a 7 day festival for change makers for passionate, fierce, change oriented people who is exhausted and bewildered by the unrelenting uncertainty of the future and looking for community to inspire and infuse you with motivation for change! Our mission is to inspire leaders and everyday change makers interested in stewarding the many […]
Learn from Dr. Rosemary Carroll about her research on streamflow and its response to snowfall. We’ll see a demonstration on flow measurements, learn about stream source, basin water balance, hydrologic models, and discuss drought resilience versus vulnerability in a changing climate.
The Town of Mt. Crested Butte invites residents and community members to join Mayor, Nicholas Kempin on the first and third Tuesday of every month to discuss town business, address important issues and be a listening ear to the community!
Our historic pub crawls are among some of our patrons favorite events. Each pub crawl features 3 different drinking establishments or historic buildings in downtown Crested Butte. The tour lasts about 2 hours and includes a drink at each location, and stories and history from local historians at each location. Commemorative pub mugs are available […]
Tuesday, 6:00 – 9:00 pm. September 20. As we welcome the crisp cool air of September, cozy up with us while constructing your Fall Wreath. Chelsea will walk you through the design process of adding twigs, moss, feathers and any other items you would like to include. Let the Fireball whiskey inspire your depiction of […]
Crested Butte Film Festival, September 21-25, 2022 Named one of the "25 Coolest Film Festivals in the World" by Movie Maker Magazine, Crested Butte Film Festival is all about engaging with film and with each other. Tucked away in the beautiful mountain town of Crested Butte, with an atmosphere of inspiration fueled by great films, […]
GCEA members, join us for Brats & Kilowatts on Thursday, September 22 at Rainbow Park in Crested Butte from 4 to 6 pm. Come visit with GCEA board members and staff, experience demos of electric bikes, vehicles, and power tools, and learn about GCEAÕs terrific rebate program. A Q&A session will be included, and food […]
Soladera Soaps Workshop Session 2: Thursday, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, September 22. In this single day workshop, Jenifer the owner of everyone's favorite Soladera Soaps will walk you through the process of creating your very own bar of soap. The class will be held at the Art Center's Courtyard. All supplied included in the price. […]
Homecoming week is September 19th - 24th. Please join us at the Varsity soccer game and BBQ, followed by the Varsity volleyball game on Friday, September 23rd. Soccer game/ BBQ 4:00 p.m. @ Rainbow Park. Volleyball game/ concessions 6:15 @ High School Gym. There will be a parade immediately after school leading to Rainbow Park. […]
After 2.5 years, The Majestic is back! It is with great honor that Friends of the Majestic invites you to come inside, catch a flick, and eat some buttery popcorn! Don't miss out on being there for the triumphant return of the Majestic! Prepare yourself for popcorn, candy, drinks, movies, trivia, a photobooth, and potentially […]
Join us for Crested Butte's first Inktober Challenge! Artist Jake Parker created the month-long art challenge to improve skills and create positive drawing habits and it's since grown into a worldwide endeavor, with thousands of artists taking on the challenge every year. In this fun and informative kick-off session, local artists Linsey Olesiak and Paul […]
Wacky Wednesdays Wednesdays, 2:00 - 3:15 pm. September 28 - November 16. (8 classes) Featuring a new and unique project each day, students will have the opportunity to get hands-on with creative lessons. These fun projects will range from painting and drawing to sculpting and building. Drop in registration and half course registrations will be […]
We are happy to be returning to Upper Willow Creek on National Public Lands Day to join the Bureau of Land Management in restoring critical wet meadow habitat above the Blue Mesa Reservoir. Register here.
The Town is extending the Draft Master Plan comment period to Friday, October 7, 2022, allowing an additional two weeks to collect your feedback. To submit a comment or view the plan, visit mtcb.colorado.gov.
Daytime Throwing Session 2: Tuesdays, 10am - 1pm. October 4 - 25. (4 sessions) Registration ends September 27. Whether you're a beginner or advanced this class is perfect for you. Work and learn at your own pace. Students will be taught centering, wheel throwing, and trimming techniques. Registration fee includes clay, tools, slip, glaze, kiln […]
Tie Dye & Tacos - Family Friendly Tuesday, 4:30 - 6:00 pm, September 27 Come join us for Taco Tuesday at the GAC. We are going to be exploring the world of tie dye while snacking on some delicious tacos. Price includes two tacos, t-shirt and supplies. Instructor: Sarah Sharsmith $60/Adult & child | $30/Additional […]
Business After Hours is a chance for local business owners, employees, and managers to get together for an evening of networking and socializing. Take a moment to catch up with old friends while making new connections! These events take place on the fourth Tuesday of every month from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Business After […]
the last sunday of every month | 1-5 pm | $75 includes 2 canned beers (if 21+) Join a community of jammers with our wildly successful Jam Class hosted by Justin Leflar. Connect with other enthusiastic jammers for an invigorating musical experience. Develop and practice the skills to enjoy leading and playing along with songs […]
Come enjoy harvest fest vibes in spirit with hammock yoga, music and gentle movement. Meet outdoors at the gothic field and hang from hammocks and enjoy crystal bowls plus music. This offering is for the community but a donation is highly appreciated or feel free to purchase of a Shaping Art pass that can be […]
Join us for this local music series at the museum on Wednesdays in September from 5pm-7pm. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks will be available while guests enjoy the music on a donation basis. This event is free, however we do encourage donations to help support our local guest musicians and our non-profit museum. Coal Creek Trio […]
MT. CRESTED BUTTE WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT EXPANSION PROJECT OPEN HOUSE District staff, contractor, and engineers will be onsite for project tours during the event. The Ghost Divy Kitchen Food Truck will be onsite and beverages provided.
A local watercolor artist will guide you (and your wine) through a watercolor painting from start to finish, giving instruction on setting up to paint, wash and watercolor painting techniques, composition, and more. Wine and beer are provided to participants 21 and older, so you can relax and create! All watercolor supplies and your drinks […]
Join us at the Big Mine Ice Arena, the historic site of the Big Mine, for the 2022 Miner's Ball for a roller skating party on Friday, September 30th! Dress up as your favorite historic character for a chance to win awesome prizes from the museum. Need some inspiration for your costume? Come visit the […]
The Gunnison High School Marching Band will provide a full concession stand for the GHS Homecoming football game on Friday, September 30, at the Gunnison High School Field on N. 11th Street. Beginning at 6:30 pm, the stand will feature homemade chile, frito pies, nachos, chile con queso, baked goods and all the usuals like […]
We welcome all to join us for another Shed Show in Gunnison - this time a spooky edition! Costumes are strongly encouraged as you peruse art made by local artists. This event will also include a yard sale - mostly gear, vintage clothes and furniture. We'll see you there Saturday oct. 1 from 11am to […]
Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead will be live at Red Mountain Park in Crested Butte South for the Zuni Street Brewing Company 2022 Oktoberfest celebration Saturday, October 1st from 1pm to 4:30pm. Tickets and event information can be found at www.oktoberfestcb2022.com.
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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