Art in the Park
Art in the Park
Vendors show and sell art work; sponsors use income from event to support scholarships for nontraditional students at Western Colorado State University
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.
Vendors show and sell art work; sponsors use income from event to support scholarships for nontraditional students at Western Colorado State University
Support Crested Butte Film Festival and join us for a very special evening with Oscar and Emmy-winning writer-director-producer and Crested Butte resident, Ed Zwick. He'll discuss his new memoir, Hits, Flops, and Other Illusions: My Fortysomething Years in Hollywood. Ed will do readings from his book, share stories, conversation and more. Books will be available […]
Join us to experience first time original songwriting mash ups from your favorite local artists
Join the Land Trust and our partners at the CB Wildflower Festival for a hike on Baxter's Gulch trail complete with flower identification and tips and tricks for photographing flowers using your cell phone. RSVPs are required at [email protected]. This is a moderate level, out and back hike. Trail info here.
Denver band Dragondeer has conjured the rhythm spirits to concoct a blend of Psychedelic Blues, Retro Funk, Soul and Rock-n-Roll into a genre blur that's aim is to speak to souls and keep the body moving. Four good friends that brew a musical alchemy that is song centric with a proclivity to stretch things out […]
Join us at Storyweaver Games for casual Monday Night Magic. Weather you are a local looking for a regular game or someone visiting just looking to find a game this Monday, we have you covered. Casual commander play is our thing this Monday night.
Did you know local wildflowers can easily be choked out by invasive weeds? Help volunteers and staff at the Land Trust and the Wildflower Festival give our floral friends some breathing room! Don your gloves, grab your water bottle, and join us for an afternoon of community engagement as we strategically remove the invasive weeds […]
Come on out for the second Resiliency Project music cruise of 2024, brought to you by Gunnison Valley Health! Featuring the music of Fuerza Cora Brasil Musical, the second show of the season will start at Jorgensen Ice Rink at 5:30 p.m. Follow the band as they cruise through town, ending at IOOF Park in […]
Alison Nordt, Ph.D. "From JWST to Habitable Worlds: Technology Enabling Scientific Discovery"
CB SOM has partnered with EpicPromise for a Donation Day on July 31st where donations up to $2,500 will be matched. CB State of Mind will be in attendance and MCing Music on the Mountain that evening put on by Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Community Association. Come on out, dance, get some CB State […]
Sponsored by Crested Butte Mountain Runners Food Sponsored by Teocalli Tamale Location TBD Check CBMBA instagram/facebook for details!
Join us for our July Women's Networking Night What better place to spend a warm summer evening than by the banks of the Gunnison River? Located behind the Garlic Mike's restaurant, the River Bar overlooks the beautiful Gunnison River. Come network with the wonderful ladies of the Gunnison Valley on Wednesday, July 31st from 5:30-7:30. […]
This summer the Town of Crested Butte is hosting 4 block parties to connect with the community and solicit feedback on ongoing planning efforts including traffic calming and parking. Grab a snack from Plantn' Tree food truck, enjoy music by Bruce Hayes, kid's crafts and games hosted by the Trailhead Children's Museum, face painting, and […]
Live Music 5 - 8 PM: For most of his life, Michael has sought to find music wherever he could find it. A fan of music first, he hopes to bring you what everyone craves from live music... a good time. With a growing interest in all sorts of music, his music styling ebb and […]
The museum is excited to bring back live music in the garden on Thursdays in August 2024. This is a free live music series brought to you by our generous sponsors, Gunnison Valley Music Association and Bill Peatross. August 1st - Billy Jeter w/ special guest Neil Gainous August 8th - Rachel Vanslyke August 15th […]
Pop in and pick a pre-made ceramic piece to paint and decorate! We'll take care of the rest and your piece will be available for pick-up within 2 weeks! Saturday, June 29th - Drop in between 10am and 12pm Prices vary depending on the piece you choose!
Just smile and wave, Boys! The Majestic Theatre and GCSAPP are teaming up to bring you two free showings of classic animated film Madagascar. Join us at either 4:30 or 7:30 PM. Alex the lion is the king of the urban jungle, the main attraction at New York's Central Park Zoo. He and his best […]
The Crested Butte Arts Festival returns to Elk Avenue in downtown Crested Butte for it's 52nd annul showing - August 2nd through 4th. 130 fine art exhibitors will present their work in 13 mediums. A live entertainment stage, beer & wine garden, art auction and kids craft tent round out the cultural festivities!
Easy Jim Live at The Almont Resort. "Settle back easy, Jim" The words of Robert Hunter in the song "Althea" seemed to fit the mold of the band when it began in the fall of 2018 . The laid back group of musicians from Gunnison and Crested Butte, Colorado found a common love for the […]
Climb Middle Cement Creek Trail, head up the valley on the new Middle Cement Creek Trail, climb up Waterfall Creek, return down valley on the Waterfall Cutoff Trail, descend The Wall & Middle Cement Creek back to the start. Distance is 11.7 miles (+2287'), all on single track trail. Meet at the parking area just […]
Yoga in the Park is a free community event that occurs every Sunday at 10 am in Rainbow Park. Each week CB Power Yoga hosts a beneficiary local non-profit, in which all proceeds are donated to for that day.
The Crested Butte Arts Festival returns to Elk Avenue in downtown Crested Butte for it's 52nd annul showing - August 2nd through 4th. 130 fine art exhibitors will present their work in 13 mediums. A live entertainment stage, beer & wine garden, art auction and kids craft tent round out the cultural festivities!
Share your feedback with elected officials by having coffee with a Council member.
Sir Woman, Austin Music Award's Best New Act of 2020, was primed to hit the road promoting its much-anticipated debut album Party City, when the world changed. With fewer reasons to celebrate, soul-singer Kelsey Wilson (Wild Child, Glorietta) ditched the party vibe she planned for her maiden, solo debut in favor of a more aptly […]
Do you have things you'd like to discuss with the Mayor of Mt. Crested Butte? Join us for some coffee and discussion on Tuesday, August 6 at 8 am at the Ted Scheske Town Park Pavilion (located right next to Town Hall).
Concertmaster Sean Claire and other Summer Classics musicians bring the music of the Appalachians to the Rockies in this outdoor classical and folk chamber music concert.
Daniel Drezner, "The Uncertain State of American Grand Strategy"
ALO is more than a band. It's a musical relationship that has endured for over two decades, with band members playing in numerous projects together and apart. Zach Gill (keys/vocals) toured the world with the band's college pal Jack Johnson; Dan "Lebo" Lebowitz (guitar/vocals) played shows with the Grateful Dead's Phil Lesh; Steve Adams (bass/vocals) […]
Share your thoughts and ask questions about the Town's ongoing planning efforts at their outreach table.
North Valley Pop-up Pantry Information Join us the second and fourth Thursday, July-December for the North Valley Pop-up Pantry. The locations will be the Mt. CB Transit Center and Oh Be Joyful Church. Please come visit the Pop-up Pantry for fresh and local produce, meat, dairy products, and pantry staples. Mt. CB Transit Center Dates […]
Live Music Thursday 5 - 8 PM: For over two decades, Tyler has been playing music for audiences throughout the country. He started his career touring throughout the East Coast as a solo act before moving to the Mountain West. He's hesitant to define his musical style, letting "acoustic everything" do the job of explaining […]
Join for this FREE Gunnison Chamber of Commerce Community/Business After Hours hosted by Cimarron Wealth Management located at 1115 North Main Street, Gunnison and host Nu/Vista Federal Credit Union located at 205 Sydney Street, Gunnison, Thursday, August 8 from 5 to 7 pm. Walk in between the two hosts to network with and visit both! […]
Join us in our courtyard for a Happy Hour Paint Your Own Pottery Party! Open Bar is available to all PYOP participants over 21!
Curated by our very own Child of the Popcorn, Crystal Staggs, come unwind the second Friday of each month with a genuinely great science fiction film. This Sci-Friday we will be traveling to Antartica for a rated R 80s movie!
Easy Jim Live at The Almont Resort. "Settle back easy, Jim." The words of Robert Hunter in the song "Althea" seemed to fit the mold of the band when it began in the fall of 2018 . The laid back group of musicians from Gunnison and Crested Butte, Colorado found a common love for the […]
From Brush Creek road run the Canal trail to Farris Creek trail. Climb Farris and then drop down to the intersection of Strawberry trail. Run Strawberry over to Brush Creek road then return to the start via Death Pass and the Canal trail. Distance is 9.8 miles (+1734') all on single track trail and dirt […]
Wonder into our Clay Studio to choose a piece from our large selection of bisqueware. Most colors of the rainbow available. Prices range from $10-$60. Ages 4 and up. Pieces ready for pick-up within 2 weeks!
Join us for a Float n' Dine from Three Rivers to Garlic Mike's! Enjoy the area's only dinner cruise - Rocky Mountain style! We'll be starting out at Three Rivers Resort and enjoy a scenic float trip on the Gunnison River to Garlic Mike's Restaurant. Then we'll dine on a delicious Italian dinner! You will […]
Live Music Sunday 3 - 6 PM: Evelyn Roper is planted in roots music. Her songwriting reflects that with an emphasis on the story songs, although they may be backed with a genre not limited to Western or Country while Swing, Surf, blues, and Rockabilly, feed her driving beats. Live shows may include all roots […]
Dinner, speakers and entertainment by Chris Coady and the Cora dancers of Gunnison.
This one week camp is an annual favorite for youth in the Gunnison Valley! Open to youth ages 6-18, this camp enables children to get involved in every aspect of a professional theater production. This year's performance is the Missoula Children's Theater's version of Robin Hood!
Karina Rykman plays bass, sings, jumps around, and laughs a lot. In doing so, she has garnered rare attention and avid listenership. Straddling the worlds of jam rock and indie pop drenched in psychedelia, Karina's effervescent presence comes to life in musical form.
WHAT: Steel Pulse Concert WHERE: The Budd Barn out Peanut Lake Road **Please note that there is no parking or driving out to the venue-you must bike or walk from town!** WHEN: Tuesday, August 13th, doors open at 5pm, Wiley Jones plays at 5:30, Steel Pulse plays at 7pm HOW: Get your Steel Pulse ‘invite' […]
Miguel Espinoza Fusion Duo, the combined beating heart of world-class musicians Miguel Espinoza (guitar) and Dianne Betkowski (cello), invites the listener into a rich and colorful symposium of musical traditions. Firm roots in flamenco, classical, and jazz are woven through with North African rhythms, Celtic whimsy, and Brazilian expressions for a sound that is transformative, […]
Elks Lodge BINGO is back! Come on down to the Gunnison Elks Lodge (B.P.O.E. 1623) on Tuesday, August 13th for Elks Bingo! Doors open at 6:30 PM, BINGO starts at 7:30 PM.
If you have always wanted to learn the art of throwing on the wheel, this is a great time! This 5 week session touches on all of the basics of throwing, trimming and glazing.
Nestled deep in the beautiful Kootenay mountains of Western Canada lies the home of Moontricks, a duo whose timeless sound captures the essence of their rugged roots. Combining their love of folk, blues, and electronic music, Nathan Gurley and Sean Rodman are blazing their own trail, birthing an authentically raw and seductive sound infusing grassroots […]
Buckel Wine Craft Nights Abra Karbin Studios | Gunnison, CO Wednesdays, June 19, and August 14th. 6:00 to 8:00pm Join me for an evening of creativity and indulgence during my Buckel Wine Craft Nights! Unleash your inner artist while sipping on our delicious wines and enjoying the company of fellow clay enthusiasts. You'll have the […]
Bringing the Improvisation into Your Business Conversation with Heather Hughes Artist-in-Residence, Instructor of Theatre; Western Colorado University. Join Heather as she shares the perspective of art and business intersection while leading us on a journey of theatre and improv in our daily business routine. A bit of levity for our work life. This is a […]
Join us to learn how to make your own Macramé in this Workshop Series! Come get groovy with instructor, Hope Kesler and Daniela Spohr, and learn how to make your very own Macrame accessories!
Enjoy lift-served and XC mountain biking at beautiful Crested Butte Mountain Resort to test out a new mountain bike. There are three tiers of tickets. Full Demo gets you lift tickets, unlimited bike demos, meals, access to vendors, trails, prizes and contests. BYOB (bring your own bike) gets you lift tickets, meals, access to vendors, […]
This summer the Town of Crested Butte is hosting 4 block parties to connect with the community and solicit feedback on ongoing planning efforts including traffic calming and parking. Grab a snack from the Vegan AF food truck, enjoy music by Rachel VanSlyke, kid's crafts, and games hosted by the Trailhead Children's Museum, face painting, […]
Annual Gunnison Car Club - Car Show taking place all weekend. First event: FRIDAY NIGHT CRUISE IN Kick-off the weekend with cool cars taking over Main Street Gunnison with live music, delicious food and familiar faces. Re-connect with old friends, complete registration, and get excited for the fun weekend ahead. Main Street Gunnison will be […]
Saturday at the Car Show: The main event - The Gunnison Car Show at Jorgenson Park is a mainstay. Hundreds of cars will fill the park with the famous "W" Mountain serving as the perfect backdrop. Free to the public with live music, art show, poker run, and plenty of fun for every age. High […]
Join CBMBA for a Work Weekend Overnight! Location TBD Check CBMBA instagram/facebook for details!
Discover the joy of improvisation with our series of engaging workshops over the next four months! No experience is necessary, just bring your enthusiasm and creativity. Unleash your imagination, build confidence, and have fun! This is a great way to hang out with the theatre community in the valley. Come play with Subject to Change!
Elk Mountains Backcountry Alliance (EMBA) Annual Meeting and Potluck August 18, 2024 - 5 p.m. - 8 p.m., Crested Butte Depot For Members, Supporters and Anyone interested in Human-Powered Recreation BBQ, Beverages, Music and Door Prizes Provided. Please bring a dish to share and enjoy a summer evening with friends and fellow Human-Powered enthusiasts.
Share your feedback with your elected officials by having coffee with a Council member.
The Town is updating its Affordable Housing Guidelines, which govern the implementation of the Town's housing policies and procedures for the rental, purchase, and sale of deed restricted housing units. The current Guidelines were adopted in 2016 and are being updated to reflect the Town's new housing programs and incorporate best practices being implemented in […]
Join the Gunnison Resiliency Project for the third music cruise of summer 2024 featuring Alternative People. We'll meet up at Sanctuary Somatics between 5:30 and 6 p.m. and then cruise up to finish in the parking lot at Natural Grocers to close with a set at 7 p.m.. This concert is sponsored by Sanctuary Somatics […]
Stop by the 3rd Wednesday of every month for a new Majestic tradition - Western Wednesdays! Each month, we'll be screening a classic cowboy flick for free! This month's Western is a PG rated classic western from the 60s featuring a remarkable friendship.
Join us for our annual celebration of organizations doing vital, creative, educational, recreational, nurturing, and community-building work in the Gunnison Valley. We'll spotlight 2024 Community Grants awardees and celebrate the impact of the nonprofit sector as a whole. Connect with friends, neighbors, and colleagues as another busy summer starts to wind down. All community members […]
Join for this FREE Music Series once a month in the IOOF Park in Gunnison - Main Street & Virginia Avenue. 5:30 pm start. Picnic in the park, relax and enjoy community gathering. Log Dawg Hot Dog Cart on hand for food service. 1880 Tapas & Spirits open for dinner or pick up your favorite […]
North Valley Pop-up Pantry Information Join us the second and fourth Thursday, July-December for the North Valley Pop-up Pantry. The locations will be the Mt. CB Transit Center and Oh Be Joyful Church. Please come visit the Pop-up Pantry for fresh and local produce, meat, dairy products, and pantry staples. Mt. CB Transit Center Dates […]
Casey Falter is a Crested Butte, Colorado-based guitarist/loop artist and audio technician who performs in venues around tourist destinations in the Rocky Mountains of Colorado. His live performances can be heard on the "Adventure Acoustic Guitar' series of releases.
Step into the hilariously chaotic world of "Elvis Has Left the Building" directed by Michael Baim and starring Jack Gibbons & Barron Farnell. It's December 20, 1970, and the King of Rock 'n' Roll, Elvis Presley, has mysteriously disappeared. With a sold-out Christmas show and no Elvis in sight, his manager, Colonel Parker, is in […]
Join the Land Trust and our partners at Adaptive Sports Center for a bike demo. Location TBA.
Get ready to kick off the school year in style at our Back to School Dance Party! Join us for an unforgettable night filled with great music + good times! This is the perfect way to celebrate the start of the school year.
The Gunnison High Triathlon is a fun family event, the adults will do a Sprint distance triathlon and kids will have age appropriate courses. The swim is held at the Gunnison Rec Center, bike course heads out on Ohio Creek Road County Road #730, and run concludes on the beautiful Van Tuyl Trail System. The […]
From the Town of Crested Butte to Woods Walk, Budd trail and Upper Lower Loop to Gunsight Pass road then Lower Lower Loop to Peanut Lake road and back to the start. Distance is 8.4 miles (+783') on single track trail, dirt roads and a short section of paved road. Meet at CORE Crested Butte, […]
Gunnison Valley Animal Welfares League's (GVAWL) annual yard sale will be held Saturday, August 24th, 2024 from 9am until 3pm at 508 N. 7th Street in Gunnison. This event was HUGE last year! Most items will be priced by donation but others will be pre-priced. All proceeds from this event will go to GVAWL and […]
Ladies Fly Casting Class Come learn to fly fish with the ladies of the Gunnison Valley! We welcome back David Cowden and John Kesler of The Gunnison River Fly Shop & Elevation Angling, along with lead instructor and guide Ralph Pike, for this great class on fly casting. Learn the basics from the equipment used […]
Step into the hilariously chaotic world of "Elvis Has Left the Building" directed by Michael Baim and starring Jack Gibbons & Barron Farnell. It's December 20, 1970, and the King of Rock 'n' Roll, Elvis Presley, has mysteriously disappeared. With a sold-out Christmas show and no Elvis in sight, his manager, Colonel Parker, is in […]
Share your thoughts and ask about each of the Town's ongoing plans at their outreach table outside the Post Office.
Parent/Teen Hand Building Experience Abra Karbin Ceramics | Gunnison, CO Wednesdays, June 26, and August 28. 6:00pm to 9:00pm Roll up your sleeves and dive into the world of clay with my Parent/Teen Hand Building Clay Class! This is a chance for teens and parents to connect, create, and have a blast together. You'll explore […]
Step into the hilariously chaotic world of "Elvis Has Left the Building" directed by Michael Baim and starring Jack Gibbons & Barron Farnell. It's December 20, 1970, and the King of Rock 'n' Roll, Elvis Presley, has mysteriously disappeared. With a sold-out Christmas show and no Elvis in sight, his manager, Colonel Parker, is in […]
Come get your first glimpses of the Western Colorado 2024 volleyball team as it splits into Crimson and Slate teams for a warm-up match to the regular season!
Step into the hilariously chaotic world of "Elvis Has Left the Building" directed by Michael Baim and starring Jack Gibbons & Barron Farnell. It's December 20, 1970, and the King of Rock 'n' Roll, Elvis Presley, has mysteriously disappeared. With a sold-out Christmas show and no Elvis in sight, his manager, Colonel Parker, is in […]
The 11th annual Summer Grand Traverse kicks off with a 40-mile point-to-point trail run to Aspen. Runners start in Mt. Crested Butte at 6 a.m.
Join us at the Crested Butte Depot August 24th, 25th, 31st, and Sept. 1st for a spectacle like you've never seen! Firebird's Macbeth will make use of animated projections, a fantastic set painted by local artists, lavish costumes and makeup, and yes, even swords that light up. Best of all, this production is absolutely FREE […]
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!