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.
Alpenphunk is where world-class music meets Crested Butte's vibrant mountain culture, creating an unforgettable weekend of sound, skiing and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations. Neal Sugarman, a saxophonist from Newton, Massachusetts, began his career in the 1980s playing in punk rock bands like Boys Life and Black Cat Bone. In the early 1990s, he moved to New York […]
Alpenphunk is where world-class music meets Crested Butte's vibrant mountain culture, creating an unforgettable weekend of sound, skiing, and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations. Antibalas, a Brooklyn-based musical collective, was founded in 1997 by Mart’n Perna, with members from the Soul Providers/Dap Kings band. The group debuted in May 1998 and soon after, Amayo, a Lagos native and […]
Alpenphunk is where world-class music meets Crested Butte's vibrant mountain culture, creating an unforgettable weekend of sound, skiing and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations. Cochemea Gastelum is a saxophonist, composer, and arranger known for merging his Yaqui/Yoeme indigenous heritage with his extensive experience in soul, funk, and jazz. His 2019 Daptone debut, All My Relations, explores the interconnectedness […]
The 37th annual Alley Loop marathon will take place on Saturday, February 1st. Join us for race distances for the whole family ranging from a kids' 1k fun race all the way up to 42k skate and classic races. Costumes are highly encouraged!
Alpenphunk is where world-class music meets Crested Butte’s vibrant mountain culture, creating an unforgettable weekend of sound, skiing and once-in-a-lifetime collaborations. Lee Fields, born April 26, 1950, is an American soul singer often called "Little JB" for his vocal and physical resemblance to James Brown. Fields began his career in 1969, releasing his first single […]
Cap off a great day on the slopes or join us after work for some casual jazz in the Kinder-Padon Gallery at the Center for the Arts! On February 18, the local Gypsy Jazz Social club will treat everyone to their mysterious yet strangely familiar blend of jazz and folk music.
A backcountry ski race circumnavigating Gothic Mountain. Join us for the 23-mile competitive race starting at the Community School or the 17-mile recreational division starting at the Snodgrass Trailhead.
Spafford | Spaffski 2025 | Crested Butte Public House | February 27 - March 2, 2025 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 comprised of both their talent as […]
Spafford | Spaffski 2025 | Crested Butte Public House | February 27 - March 2, 2025 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 comprised of both their talent as […]
Spafford | Spaffski 2025 | Crested Butte Public House | February 27 - March 2, 2025 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 comprised of both their talent as […]
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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