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 us for an evening at the Magic Meadows Yurt for dinner and a history presentation by our curator. Cross country ski or snowshoe to the yurt under the stars, where youÕll be treated on arrival to a beverage and appetizers. Get settled in and enjoy a 3-course dinner with the option to add a […]
Public House Presents a night With Midnight Riderz - A Tribute to the Allman Brothers!! Midnight Riderz is a newly formed super group paying tribute to the great Allman Brothers Band!! The group is made up of some of Denver's top players including Taylor Scott (Taylor Scott Band), Caton Sollenberger (The Jauntee), Jon Wirtz (Taylor […]
Longtime Crested Butte resident Randi Stroh shares her enthusiasm for music as it relates to time, life cycles, and community in this solo piano recital. Featuring everything from Mozart's most radical work in the wake of his mother's death to Beethoven's emotional journey through deafness and disability, Randi guides us through heartbreak, despair, joy, and […]
Join us for our first Women's Networking Night of the new year! Join us Wednesday, January 31st from 5:30-7:30 for our Women's Networking Night! Networking is one of the best ways to make new business contacts or just meet new people and make new friends. We hold a networking night once a month on the […]
Stories of adventure that have the power to ignite positive change in our communities and our world. These adventure stories inspire communities to live by 5 points: Purpose, Respect, Commitment, Humility and Balance.
5 Points Film Festival brings to the valley a custom reel of raw, moving films to inspire and move you as you glide through winter.
Join us for a special 4 Night run with Spafford at the Public House in Crested Butte, CO February 29th-March 3rd 2024. Spafford is known for their astonishing improvisational ability and off-the-cuff extended jams, Spafford paints a picture in real-time each night with a musical palette known only to each other. It's a private language […]
Stories of adventure that have the power to ignite positive change in our communities and our world. These adventure stories inspire communities to live by 5 points: Purpose, Respect, Commitment, Humility and Balance.
Celebrate the live Grateful Dead experience with Easy Jim at the Almont Resort on Friday, February 2nd! Doors open at 6pm, showtime is 7:30pm, and tickets can be purchased at www.thealmontresort.com. Thank you for supporting live music!
Have you ever wanted to ice fish Blue Mesa Reservoir, Colorado's largest body of water? Here's your chance! Join Gunnison guides Gabby, Ema, and Erin for a weekend-long ice fishing extravaganza on iconic Blue Mesa. It's a beautiful place to ice fish which features views of high-elevation mesas and mountains. Deer and elk are regularly […]
The Alley Loop is not your typical Nordic Marathon. It stands both as a premier American Birkebeiner Qualifying event, in addition to being Crested Butte's most outrageous costume party of the year! The course winds its way through snowy streets, alleyways and narrow bridges through the heart of downtown Crested Butte. You'll find yourself cheered […]
The Annual Pet Expo is just around the corner!! Join us on Saturday, February 3, 2024 between 10am and 2pm at the Fred Field Center at 275 S Spruce St. Pet providers from all over the valley will be there sharing information on their businesses, providing low cost services such as nail trims and ear […]
Have you ever wanted to ice fish Blue Mesa Reservoir, Colorado;s largest body of water? Here's your chance! Join Gunnison guides Gabby, Ema, and Erin for a weekend-long ice fishing extravaganza on iconic Blue Mesa. It's a beautiful place to ice fish which features views of high-elevation mesas and mountains. Deer and elk are regularly […]
Shop unique handcrafted items from local artists, bakers, makers and farmers to find the perfect gift for your Valentine's sweetheart! Plus enjoy lunch and other concessions. Application is now open if you are a maker and would like to join our markets. Email: [email protected] for the application. Follow us on Instagram @celebratemakersmarkets to catch previews […]
Are you ready for some FILTHY BASS?! Bass Elevation Presents an electrifying night with a lineup of collaborating local DJs, Woody, Augi, Bayne, and Supernovaye as they unleash a sonic storm of dubstep, experimental bass, bass house, and groovy tech house beats! But that's not all! Local VJ, Moonshed Studios, will be running lights and […]
Stay warm and have a drink with us at Mary Schmidt's Redline Gallery. Hear from artists about their work inspired by local landscapes and wildlife. We'll also share some updates about the work of the Land Trust. 10% of art purchased at the event will be donated to the Land Trust!
Come watch a hockey game on the big screen at the Majestic Theatre!
Double Shot Cyclery presents the duo of Matt & Madeline Shugert playing pieces from their album, The Aim Was Song. This work is a compilation of Robert Frost poems put to music by the Shugerts.
Martin Sexton returns with what RollingStone calls his "soul-marinated voice," acoustic guitar, and a suitcase full of heartfelt songs.
Join us for the opening reception of Dumb Logic on February 9, 4-7pm to celebrate the participating artists. Featuring a robust bar menu and a chance to mingle with the artists.
Embark on a journey of creativity in my Travel Mug Making Ceramic Class! This hands-on workshop invites you to design and craft your very own personalized travel mug from clay. Learn essential ceramic techniques, including hand-building and wheel throwing, as you shape a stylish and functional travel companion. Explore various surface treatments, glazing options, and […]
Kids Creating in Clay Series- Ages 7+ Students learn fun hand building, texture, and glazing techniques as we explore new projects each week. Explore imagination by creating in clay! Saturday, Feb 10-Heart Rattles| 12:00-2:00 | $45 Saturday, Feb 17-Mushroom Mugs| 12:00-2:00 | $45 Tuesday, Feb 20- Bookworms | 12:00-2:00 | $45
Mark your calendars for our highly-anticipated Annual Western Ski Weekend from February 9th to 11th, 2024! There is no better way to conclude a long day of skiing and boarding than with our annual Aprs Ski Party. Join us at the Lodge at Mountaineer Square Grand Ballroom for hors d'oeuvres, libations and bingo. Bring your […]
Sponsored by GCAPP | Free! Saturday February 10th | 4:30 & 7:30 PM Ethan Hunt and the IMF team must track down a terrifying new weapon that threatens all of humanity if it falls into the wrong hands. With control of the future and the fate of the world at stake, a deadly race around […]
Bring the whole family for free Valentines Day Cookie Decorating!!! Sponsored by Wendy Preston, Crested Butte Realty 970-275-4835
Embark on a journey of creativity in my Travel Mug Making Ceramic Class! This hands-on workshop invites you to design and craft your very own personalized travel mug from clay. Learn essential ceramic techniques, including hand-building and wheel throwing, as you shape a stylish and functional travel companion. Explore various surface treatments, glazing options, and […]
FREE SHOW! We really appreciate the community supporting our Snowdance winter concert series, and we want to give back by giving you a free show! Super Natural, King RopesÕ fifth album, is at once their most ambitious and most intimate work, expanding the parameters of the bandÕs desert rock and ragged americana sound. It is […]
Get ready to belt it out, or sit back and enjoy the best bad singers of the Butte.
Hand-building, sculpture and glazing, OH MY! Get your kiddos hands in clay and their creativity flowing in this four part class. Ages 7 - 13. Class Dates: Day 1: Wednesday, February 14th | 11 - 12:30 PM Day 2: Wednesday, February 21th | 11 - 12:30 PM Day 3: Wednesday, February 28th | 11 - […]
Get ready for an array of love songs across multiple genres and generations! Julian Young is hoping to share Valentine's Day with you and yours! Singles welcome!
The Motet is a must-see for fans of funk, soul, jazz, and rock. For over 20 years, this six-piece band has created electrifying live performances that blend each member's talent into a seamless, high-energy experience. Known for sold-out shows and appearances at festivals like Bonnaroo and Red Rocks, The Motet will bring their latest sound […]
In the overwhelming quiet of the woods, six runaways from city life embark on a silent retreat. As these strangers confront internal demons both profound and absurd, their vows of silence collide with the achingly human need to connect. Filled with awkward and insightful humor, SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS is the unique and compassionate new play […]
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 5 pm on Thursday, February 15 for Crafternoon. For February's craft we will be making mini picture frame magnets. Crafternoons are monthly maker-oriented sessions with different projects every month for teens and adults. All supplies and basic instructions are provided. Please RSVP to [email protected] Free & open to […]
A night of music featuring local musicians and songwriters Jim Sargent, Rachel VanSlyke, Chris Coady, Lizzy Plotkin, Evelyn Roper, Eliot Johnson, Gene James, and more.
Presenting the 2024 Oscar-nominated live action short films. Nominations will be announced January 23, 2024.
In the overwhelming quiet of the woods, six runaways from city life embark on a silent retreat. As these strangers confront internal demons both profound and absurd, their vows of silence collide with the achingly human need to connect. Filled with awkward and insightful humor, SMALL MOUTH SOUNDS is the unique and compassionate new play […]
Kids Creating in Clay Series- Ages 7+ Students learn fun hand building, texture, and glazing techniques as we explore new projects each week. Explore imagination by creating in clay! Saturday, Feb 17-Mushroom Mugs| 12:00-2:00 | $45 Up Next: Tuesday, Feb 20- Bookworms | 12:00-2:00 | $45
Fun, food, dancing, bounce house, face painting, glow carnival games & more! This fundraiser helps get more kids on snow in our community. Get your tickets on Eventbrite!
Leisurely stroll through the galleries of Crested Butte, experience the diverse artistic expressions of local artists and be inspired by these special ArtWalk evenings.
Test your skills in this ski race circumnavigating Gothic Mountain. Join the competitive or recreational races with a finish line party at the Magic Meadows Yurt.
Dive into the world of greenery and creativity with our Planter Making Ceramic Class! Join us for an immersive workshop where you'll learn the art of crafting your own unique planters from clay. Whether you're a novice or an experienced ceramic enthusiast, our skilled instructors will guide you through the process of hand-building or wheel […]
The Academy Awards are upon us! To celebrate, Crested Butte Film Festival brings two nights of Oscar-Nominated Short Films to the Majestic Theatre, February 17 & 18. Please join us for these two incredible programs of films, ending Sunday the February 18th Documentary! And we couldn't bring them to you without the generous sponsorships from […]
All level drum class with amazing master drummers from Guinea, West Africa. Drums provided for student use and all are welcome!
World renown artist Fara Tolno will teach an exciting and energetic all level class combining traditional African, Afro-fusion, and African diaspora movements to incredible Afropop beats and music. Come feel free and have fun! Everyone welcome. Wear comfortable clothes that allow for full range of movement.
FREE Cooking Matters Course hosted by Mountain Roots Food Project! Wednesdays, Feb 21-March 27 11 am-1pm at the Gunnison Public Library. Develop skills to shop for and cook healthy foods on a budget. This six-week course is for low-income adults seeking to gain confidence in the kitchen and improve their overall health. Spanish translation and […]
Join us for 4 fun filled days of hand-building, sculpture making and glazing, OH MY! Get your kiddos hands in clay and their creativity flowing in this four part class. Ages 7 - 13. Class Dates: Day 1: Wednesday, February 14th | 11 - 12:30 PM Day 2: Wednesday, February 21th | 11 - 12:30 […]
Lets make some pots! Beginners and Advanced students welcome! Choose handbuilding projects, wheel throwing or a combination of both. Learn techniques for throwing on the wheel, handbuilding, combining the two, surface design and glazing on your 3D creations from our masterful instructors. Session Dates: Day 1: Thursday, February 22nd | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM […]
Lets make some pots! Beginners and Advanced students welcome! Learn techniques for throwing on the wheel, surface design and glazing on your 3D functional creations from our masterful instructors. Session Dates: Day 1: Thursday, February 22nd | 5:30 - 8:30 PM Day 2: Thursday, February 29th | 5:30 - 8:30 PM Day 3: Thursday, March […]
Sonofagunn 2024 presents Clueless, a murder mystery. Thursday-Saturday Feb 22, 23, 24, 30th March 1 & 2nd. Thursday night show is $25 and Friday and Saturday shows are $30. Doors open at 7.
The temps are cold, the days are short, but we've got singletrack on the mind! Come celebrate the release of winter alongside our incredible trail community at Gunnison Trails' 9th Annual Winter Blast presented by Bluebird Real Estate! We'll be celebrating another winter season of grooming trails at Hartman Rocks and sharing our plans for […]
Dabble in some clay creativity and hand-build yourself a cute nature inspired mug paired with a sweet Mudslide cocktail. Add some fungi and insect friends then glaze on your desired colors while enjoying an evening with friends. *One free alcoholic or non-alcoholic drink is included with each registration Location: GAC Clay Studio. Please enter through […]
Everyone's favorite SonofaGunn is back this year with a mash-up of the famous board game Clue and the fan favorite 90's movie Clueless! Join us for a night of entertainment and non-stop laughter! This year's 34th annual performance will be at Taylor Auditorium at Western Colorado University and will return to the freshly remodeled GAC […]
Are you itching to get outside and enjoy scenic western Colorado while learning a new winter sport?! We would love to host you for the weekend at Blue Mesa Reservoir where we'll catch trout through the ice! Meet Your Guides: Ema and Erin Ema and Erin will cover everything you need to learn about ice […]
Time to get creative in the Clay Studio! Come join us to hand build your Tic Tac Toe Game! Create your own theme and sculpt all the pieces like Minecraft, Pac-Man, hearts and kitties, mushroom and flowers or classic X's and O's.
There is music in the mountains this winter, Nashville's latest, greatest and legends will be in Mt. Crested Butte for Gunnison Tough Enough to Wear Pink's Winter Songwriter Shuffle Series! Get your tickets before you hit the slopes, then ski right on it to the Elevation Hotel for live music supporting cancer programs and initiatives […]
Everybody's favorite Bistro returns to Magic Meadows this season, serving up organic and gluten-free pastries, treats, teas, chai, fruit and soup, plus local coffee, delicious pie and festive, refreshing libations with a warm fire, sunny deck and weekly specials.
Our historic pub crawls are among some of our patrons favorite events. Each pub crawl usually features 2-3 different drinking establishments or historic buildings in The Gunnison Valley. 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 […]
Come out for a really fun friendly class for all the b-girls and b-boys! Mikey is a fantastic youth break dance teacher- wear clean sneakers and comfortable clothes
Incredible guest artists from Guinea, West Africa! All level dance class accompanied by amazing live musicians. Wear comfortable clothes that allow for a full range of movement
We're bringing Tele Colo's first full length telemark movie to CB! Since the first recorded recreational telemark turns in the mid-1800's, the technology-and the riders-have seen incredible advancements. Despite these advancements, the perception of telemark remains aged-floppy bindings, granola diets, unkept beards, smells of patchouli. Now, the new generation of telemark skiers are here to […]
Featuring local saxophonist Matt Shugert, local percussionist Ben Wright, and local keyboardist and vocalist Julian Young! Ready yourself for epic originals, soulful covers, and unhinged improvisation! I can't wait to see your lovely faces! Solo show 3-6pm. Trio show 7-10pm.
Join us for our February Women's Networking Night! Join us upstairs at Tully's on Wednesday, February 28th from 5:30-7:30 for our Women's Networking Night! Tully's is a family-oriented restaurant located in Crested Butte South serving all-American fare. They pride themselves in using the best ingredients, sourced local when possible, and providing a great atmosphere. Networking […]
Join the Chamber-Community Business After Hours hosted by Buckel Family Wine, Gunnison Jerky Company and Life Well Lived Financial Group. Learn about these valley businesses and network with your neighbors. Food and beverage and give-aways!
Leslie J. Savage Library is excited to welcome local author, Shelley Read as she shares her journey from full-time Western professor to full-time author and reads from her international best-selling debut novel, "Go As A River."
Join us for an evening of Crested Butte Storytelling at the (hi)Stories of CB Open Mic Night. Presented by the Town of Crested Butte and hosted by Ben Eaton. 2 hours of CB-themed stories and performances. Come learn more about the Town's Historic Preservation Plan and share your thoughts on preservation. Thursday February 29th, from […]
Get ready for a weekend of laughter at Crested Butte Mountain Theatre's Improv Comedy Weekend! Join us on March 1st and 2nd at 7pm for "Whose SKI is it Anyway?" Save the date for an additional Apres Ski show on March 2nd at 4:30pm, where we will give away FREE PBR to anyone who was […]
Celebrate the live Grateful Dead experience with Easy Jim at the Almont Resort on Friday, March 1st at 7:30pm. There will be special guest appearances by Owen Leslie on banjo and Matt Shugert on saxophone. Tickets and information can be found at www.thealmontresort.com.
Chris Coady performs live original and covered acoustic based Americana at the Billy Bar located in the Elevation Hotel, Mt. Crested Butte.
Join us for a special 4 Night run with Spafford at the Public House in Crested Butte, CO February 29th-March 3rd 2024. Spafford is known for their astonishing improvisational ability and off-the-cuff extended jams, Spafford paints a picture in real-time each night with a musical palette known only to each other. It's a private language […]
Hop into creativity with our Bunny Planter Making Ceramic Class! This delightful workshop invites you to sculpt and design your very own charming bunny-shaped planters from clay. Whether you're a novice or an experienced ceramic enthusiast, our skilled instructors will guide you through the process of hand-building or wheel throwing to create adorable and functional […]
Come be transported and amazed at this original African Arts Theater show, LibertŽ, choreographed by world renown West African artist, Fara Tolno. LibertŽ is French for Freedom, and this dynamic show will tell a story of humanity through music, movement, multimedia and more. A full live orchestra of Western and traditional African instruments will accompany […]
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!
Agency Tourism Marketing