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.
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Teton Gravity Research Film Premiere:
Teton Gravity Research Film Premiere:
Get ready, Gunnison! Teton Gravity Research is rolling into town for the winter kick-off celebration of the year. Join us at the Gunnison Library at 5 pm on Friday, October 6 for the 28th annual ski and snowboard film "Legend Has It." Come early for prize giveaways from partners like Atomic, Volkl, YETI, Sierra Nevada, […]
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Fall Wine Tour
Fall Wine Tour
Let's get together and go tour Colorado's Wine Country! Check out the fall foliage and take a fabulous day trip to the North Fork Valley! We'll enjoy a comfortable (and very scenic) drive over Kebler Pass to Colorado's Wine Country, stopping for lunch along the way, and then visiting 3-4 wineries in Paonia and Hotchkiss. […]
MTCB Fall Festival
MTCB Fall Festival
Join us on Saturday, October 7, 2023 from 12 - 4 pm at the Ted Scheske Park and pavilion for the first annual Mt. Crested Butte Fall Festival and celebrate the beauty of our town as the seasons change! This is a free community event featuring live music from Mama Lingua, and free children's activities […]
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Fall Wine Tour
Fall Wine Tour
Let's get together and go tour Colorado's Wine Country! Check out the fall foliage and take a fabulous day trip to the North Fork Valley! We'll enjoy a comfortable (and very scenic) drive over Kebler Pass to Colorado's Wine Country, stopping for lunch along the way, and then visiting 3-4 wineries in Paonia and Hotchkiss. […]
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Gunnison Country Food Pantry Grand Opening
Gunnison Country Food Pantry Grand Opening
Gunnison Country Food Pantry cordially invites you to attend the Pantry's Grand Opening Celebration on October 10, from 3-6p, at our new location 114 S 14th Street. Light refreshments will be provided. Bring a donation of food to receive Pantry Swag!
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 5:30 pm on Thursday, October 12 for a fun game of Loteria to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with your neighbors. There will be prizes and food! Free and open to all Loter’a en la biblioteca para celebrar el mes de la herencia hispana Jueves […]
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Solar Eclipse Viewing Party
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party
The Gunnison Valley Observatory & Gunnison County Libraries invite you to view the October 14 solar eclipse at the library. The partial eclipse will cover approximately 85% of the sun between 9 am-12 pm. The Observatory will provide solar viewing telescopes and expertise; the library will provide solar viewing glasses! This event is free & […]
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Colorado Free Application Days
Colorado Free Application Days
Don't miss out on your opportunity to apply to Western Colorado University for free! On October 17-19, Colorado residents will have their application fees waived at 10 participating institutions across the state. https://events.western.edu/event/colorado_free_application_days
Coffee with Coworkers
Coffee with Coworkers
Join us on October 17 at 8:30 A.M. downstairs at the ICELab in Gunnison for Coffee with Coworkers! This monthly event is a great opportunity to meet with other passionate professionals, discuss ideas and get connected to the local entrepreneurial community. Coffee is free!
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Colorado Free Application Days
Colorado Free Application Days
Don't miss out on your opportunity to apply to Western Colorado University for free! On October 17-19, Colorado residents will have their application fees waived at 10 participating institutions across the state. https://events.western.edu/event/colorado_free_application_days
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Colorado Free Application Days
Colorado Free Application Days
Don't miss out on your opportunity to apply to Western Colorado University for free! On October 17-19, Colorado residents will have their application fees waived at 10 participating institutions across the state. https://events.western.edu/event/colorado_free_application_days
2023 Gunnison Flu Clinic
2023 Gunnison Flu Clinic
It's that time of the year for the annual Health & Human Services Flu Clinic! Flu vaccines only will be offered this year. If you have any questions about this yearÕs flu vaccine, call our office at (970) 641-3244. Please see our flyer in the newspapers, the Gunnison Shopper and on Facebook for more information! […]
Ladies Spa Night
Ladies Spa Night
Ladies Spa Night Thursday October 19, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. 711 N. Taylor St Gunnison, CO 81230 Enjoy a relaxing evening dedicated to women's health and wellness. Enjoy mocktails, appetizers, chair massages, mini ortho-bionomy sessions and received a wonderful goodie bag! Join us in celebrating Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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Volunteer Project: Wet Meadow Restoration
Volunteer Project: Wet Meadow Restoration
Volunteers will spend time building rock structures to improve critical habitat for the Gunnison Sage-Grouse. We will use innovative, yet simple, restoration methods-small rock structures to raise the water table to support plants and insects needed by wildlife. https://www.hccacb.org/news/volunteer-opportunity-wet-meadow-restoration-ata-hrefhttpswwwhccacborgcalendarvolunteer-project-wet-meadow-restoration-at-centennial-state-wildlife-area-centennial-state-wildlife-areaa
Pumpkin Patch!
Pumpkin Patch!
Join us for Gunnison Valley Health's Annual Pumpkin Patch! Saturday October 21st, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Outside the main entrance 711 North Taylor Street Gunnison Colorado 81230 Scavenger hunt with fun games and prizes! Tour an ambulance, enjoy yummy treats and pick a pumpkin! Costumes are encouraged!
Geology Jeep Tour
Geology Jeep Tour
Travel back in time 1.7 billion years with renowned local geologist Dr. Amy Ellwein, aka "Dr. Rock" from the comfort and safety of a legendary Jeep! You will learn about rocks, minerals and the incredible forces that shape the landscapes surrounding Crested Butte and Gunnison.
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Thanksgiving Plates & Platters Clay Class
Thanksgiving Plates & Platters Clay Class
October 21, 12pm to 3pm: Thanksgiving Plates & Platters $60/Adult October 23, 5:30pm to 8:30pm: Thanksgiving Plates & Platters $60/Adult Join me at my brand new clay studio for a delightful ceramic experience in my Thanksgiving Plates & Platters class! Discover the joy of handcrafting your own unique dinnerware just in time for the holiday […]
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2023 Crested Butte Flu Clinic
2023 Crested Butte Flu Clinic
It's that time of the year for the annual Health & Human Services Flu Clinic! Flu vaccines only will be offered this year. If you have any questions about this yearÕs flu vaccine, call our office at (970) 641-3244. Please see our flyer in the newspapers, the Gunnison Shopper and on Facebook for more information! […]
Women’s Networking Night
Women’s Networking Night
Join us for our October Women's Networking Night Come network with the wonderful ladies of the Gunnison Valley. Join us Wednesday, October 25th from 5:30-7:30 at the new Bluebird Real Estate office in Gunnison. Bluebird Real Estate is a locally owned real estate brokerage built on a vision of bringing dreams home. Their agents keep […]
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Kick off of saving the Hartman Castle
Kick off of saving the Hartman Castle
Hartman Castle Preservation Corporation is a newly formed nonprofit whose purpose is to fundraise, purchase, and restore the Hartman Castle. There are multiple ways for the community to be involved: fundraising, working on the Castle buildings and grounds, and volunteering on committees and at the site. Once restored, the Castle will serve as a community […]
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The Rocky Horror Picture Show Interactive Screenin
The Rocky Horror Picture Show Interactive Screenin
The Center & Firebird Theater are proud to present an outrageously fun screening of the 1975 cult classic, Rocky Horror Picture Show! Featuring an interactive shadow cast starring some of Crested Butte's hottest talent, this night of absolute pleasure encourages unbridled audience participation-throws, costume contest, call-backs, dancing-dress up, get rowdy, and let's do the Time […]
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Easy Jim, Live at the Public House
Easy Jim, Live at the Public House
Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead performs at the Public House in Crested Butte on Saturday, October 28th at 9pm. Halloween costumes are encouraged and tickets can be found at publichousecb.com.
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Ghost Story Hour
Ghost Story Hour
Join us at the museum from 4pm & 5pm on Monday, October 30th for ghost stories of Crested Butte. This event is family friendly, but youngsters should be comfortable with spooky stories. We will provide light snacks and warm non-alcoholic refreshments for attendees. Please register to ensure your spot. Registration is a suggested donation of […]
Ghost Story Pub Crawl
Ghost Story Pub Crawl
Join us as we explore pubs and historic buildings in the town of Crested Butte for stories of the past while you enjoy libations. This pub crawl will feature storytellers Barbara Mason, Henrietta Raines, Kay & Donnie Cook, & Carol Connor sharing ghost stories in our community. We will be visiting The Red Room, Kochevar's, […]
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Trick ot Treat Business District
Trick ot Treat Business District
Annual Trick or Treat in downtown Gunnison. North Main Street from Highway 50 to Ohio Avenue will be closed to traffic for family friendly trick ot treat festivities! Join the fun.
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Playful Pumpkins
Playful Pumpkins
Kids Creating in Clay Saturday, November 4: Playful Pumpkins 12:00 - 2:00 pm | $45 Students will explore fun hand building and texture techniques to create a play pumpkin.
Blister Speaker Series
Blister Speaker Series
The Blister Speaker Series at Western Colorado University brings to the Gunnison Valley preeminent athletes, founders, authors, activists, filmmakers, and product designers who are shaping the outdoor industry. The Blister Speaker Series is the first ongoing, outdoor-industry speaker series at any college or university in the world. And Western Colorado University is a very fitting […]
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Playful Pumpkins
Playful Pumpkins
Kids Creating in Clay Saturday, November 4: Playful Pumpkins 12:00 - 2:00 pm | $45 Students will explore fun hand building and texture techniques to create a play pumpkin.
GFALL and Auction
GFALL and Auction
Join us Saturday, November 4, 2023 from 5:00 to 8:30 PM at the Gunnison Elks Lodge for our GFALL Fundraiser and annual auction. The event will include a taco bar, dessert, non-alcoholic beverages, music, a face painter from 5-7pm, games, a temporary tattoo table for the kids, and auction tables with amazing donations made by […]
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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