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Join us for Black history month film festival offerings to inspire, challenge, uplift and entertain.
Free
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Gunnison Valley Events Calendar
Explore events and things to do in Gunnison and Crested Butte, from weekend festivals and live music to outdoor adventures and cultural experiences. Whether you’re visiting for a few days or planning a longer stay, there’s always something happening in the Gunnison Valley. Find events happening today, this weekend, and throughout the year across every season. Use this guide to plan your trip and make the most of your time in Gunnison and Crested Butte.
Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.
Events
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Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]
Free
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3 events,
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Emerging from a vibrant fusion of sound as a life-long musician and long-time local DJ from Crested Butte, Colorado, Walter Balltell defies genre boundaries with an electrifying blend of tech house, deep bass, funk, hip-hop, afro house, and other worldly rhythms. Infused with the relentless energy of underground beats, new emerging music, and the tasteful […]
Free
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Black history month film presented by Melanin Mountain Project, The Majestic, and Montanya.
Free
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With their tasteful musicianship and nuanced vocal harmonies, Matt and Madeline make a compelling duo. Their music is simultaneously familiar and unexpected tuneful melodies give way to lush harmonic soundscapes, evocative jazz-folk ballads, and moments of sparse simplicity.
Free
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3 events,
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Genetics brings the apres beats to the Jose's patio @ Elevation.
Free
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Faction Ski Film - co-hosted by Western Mountain Sports and the CB Snowsports Foundation. Donations accepted at door, benefiting both organizations.
Free
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Brett Darby Price is a percussionist/drummer, guitarist, singer and composer from Colorado Springs who has been playing in Colorado since 2006. Brett has played various styles of music from jazz and blues to classical and metal. Brett also marched Tenor drums with The Blue Knights of Denver, Colorado in 2013. Now, Brett bounces back and […]
Free
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5 events,
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Join us for an energetic and immersive African Dance Class with Fara Tolno of the Kissidugu Foundation. His dance classes will be accompanied by live drumming, including lead drummer (and Fara's little brother!) Etienne Tolno. The movements will be a fun workout for your whole body and a great way to open your heart. All […]
$20
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This 2024 film directed by Titus Kaphar is presented by Crusty Butt Mutts.
Free
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Chris' Americana/Folk songwriting is inspired by friends, family, community, and the natural environment. His songs convey positivity and transformation with a sense of place in Colorado and the American Southwest. He has released several studio albums co-produced with Don Richmond at Howlin' Dog Studios: "Where You Find It" 2008, "From Down Here" 2011, "If Down […]
Free
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Embrace the chill on these shorter days, and fuel your passion for singletrack! Join us for the Gunnison Trails 10th Annual Winter Blast- a celebration of winter trail grooming and a sneak peek into our exciting plans for the upcoming trail work season. Connect with fellow riders and trail enthusiasts in our amazing trail community. […]
$35
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Come out for this free family friendly event featuring guest artists Fara and Etienne Tolno. Experience and share in the cultural rhythms, stories and movements of Guinea, West Africa. Performance, dialogue, song and interactive drum and dance classes. All ages and abilities welcome. Drums provided for use. Don't miss out on this amazing cultural exchange […] |
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Celebrate the vibrant spirit of Mardi Gras in this fun, hands-on class for kids! Create your own festive masks with feathers, glitter, and sequins, and design custom bead necklaces to wear or share. Supplies: Paints, Craft Material, Paper Masks, Mardi Gras Beads
$12.75 – $15
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Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead performs two nights at the Almont Resort on Saturday, March 1st and Sunday, March 2nd. Doors open at 7pm, showtime is 7:30pm, and tickets can be found at www.thealmontresort.com.
$20
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1 event,
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Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]
Free
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3 events,
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Celebrate Mardi Gras in Crested Butte with a parade down Elk Avenue. Floats gather at 4:20, and the parade starts at 5:00. There will be a band at the Mallardi Theatre folowing the parade. Register your float now at KBUT.org
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Step back in time and join us at the Crested Butte Museum for our Trivia Series, taking place every Tuesday in March 2025. Each week, we present you with rotating themes that will challenge your knowledge. Past themes include Geography, Famous Faces, Movies, Pop-Culture and more! Each round will have one question about Crested Butte […]
$10
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Unwind and get creative in the evenings with Wheel Throwing led by the talented Cassandra Duft. This class is designed for beginners. Cassandra will guide you through the process of centering, shaping, and glazing as you create your own hand-thrown pieces.
$255 – $300
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3 events,
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Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
$20 – $25
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Unleash your creativity in Wacky Wednesday Art Exploration! In this hands-on workshop, you'll create unique art pieces using paints, 3D materials, and your imagination. Experiment with bold techniques and bring your artistic visions to life. No class March 19th for Spring Break!
$119 – $140
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Unwind and get creative in the evenings with Wheel Throwing led by the talented Cassandra Duft. This class is designed for those who have already taken a 6-week course. Cassandra will guide you through the process of centering, shaping, and glazing as you create your own hand-thrown pieces.
$255 – $300
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Join the ICELab for a free movie night at the Majestic Theatre! Watch a film about a partnership that revolutionizes the world of sports and contemporary culture as the ICELab hosts AIR.
Free
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A modern twist on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, set in New York City. A young, uptight greeting card writer's life is changed when he meets a flighty photographer. Together they learn to love each other not despite their faults, but because of them.
$25
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Join us at Montanya for a special International Women's Day Celebration from March 7th-9th! We're honoring the incredible women in our community with: $10 Dark & Snowy cocktails for women. Happy Hour all weekend from 3-5 PM. 20% off bottles. Free glassware with any merchandise purchase Let's raise a glass to strength, resilience, and the […]
Free
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Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]
Free
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Come melt with us at The Talk this Friday! Matt Lane and Jeremy Wegner are joining me on bass and drums respectively. Get ready for sultry and soulful vibrations as we explore a selection of jazz, R&B, and soul covers and genre swaps!
Free
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Join Hannah Willis for a fun and creative clay class where youth and families can create their very own "pot of gold" treasures! This hands-on workshop will guide you through shaping, molding, and decorating unique clay pots with a touch of gold flair. Perfect for all skill levels, this class is a wonderful opportunity to […]
$29.75 – $35
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Join us at the Gunnison Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, March 8 for Super Saturday Storytime. March's theme is T-Rex T-Party! Stories followed by a special activity from The Trailhead Children's Museum! Free & open to the public.
free
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1 event,
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Looking for a fun way to start your Sunday? Join us at Storyweaver Games every Sunday morning at 10 AM for a relaxed and exciting board game event! Each week, we'll have a variety of new and classic games set up, and Storyweaver Games will be there to teach you how to play. Whether you're […] |
1 event,
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Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […] |
1 event,
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Step back in time and join us at the Crested Butte Museum for our Trivia Series, taking place every Tuesday in March 2025. Each week, we present you with rotating themes that will challenge your knowledge. Past themes include Geography, Famous Faces, Movies, Pop-Culture and more! Each round will have one question about Crested Butte […]
$10 – $40
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2 events,
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Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
$25
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Beats Antique are an Oakland-based trio fusing electronic music with global sounds and performance art. Formed in 2007 by multi-instrumentalist David Satori, dancer/producer Zoe Jakes, and percussionist Sidecar Tommy Cappel, they blend Middle Eastern belly-dance music, downtempo, hip-hop, jazz, and Afrobeat with heavy drums and live instrumentation. Their shows are as much visual spectacle as […]
$45
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Join Karen Hill for a delightful evening of painting watercolors and enjoying wine! This class is perfect for those looking to unwind, socialize, and explore their creativity. Karen will guide you through simple yet inspiring watercolor techniques while you sip on wine and relax. No experience necessary-just bring your enthusiasm and let the creativity flow.
$38.25 – $45
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Join us at the Crested Butte Library on Thursday, March 13 at 6 pm for a free movie night! Free pizza! Bring a camp chair & blanket! Screening: The Man from Snowy River (1982) In 1880s Australia, after young Jim Craig's father dies, he takes a job at the Harrison cattle ranch, where he is […]
free
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Gather your friends for an evening of fun and creativity at our Friends Night Wheel Throwing Class! Join Cat Avila as she guides you through the basics of wheel throwing to create your own unique pottery pieces. This hands-on workshop is perfect for socializing, trying something new, and sharing laughs while making art.
$51 – $60
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Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]
Free
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1 event,
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Live DJ, Face Painting, Games, Costume Contest, Cash Bar Come glowing your brightest! Costumes encouraged All ages welcome! $10 Adults, $5 Kids, Kids under 2 FREE
$10
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1 event,
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Year 51! Join us for the Al Johnson Memorial Telemark race. Details on Eventbrite & cbmstboosters.org
$59
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1 event,
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Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]
Free
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1 event,
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Step back in time and join us at the Crested Butte Museum for our Trivia Series, taking place every Tuesday in March 2025. Each week, we present you with rotating themes that will challenge your knowledge. Past themes include Geography, Famous Faces, Movies, Pop-Culture and more! Each round will have one question about Crested Butte […]
$10 – $40
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3 events,
Live musical performances from many bands including Da Bear, Juice, Highlifters, Fig, Turner, Roper, Snider, Everybody is Everything & many more Come for a musical jam session from several local & touring artists.
$10 – $15
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Free coffee and donuts at the ICELab! Join us for Coffee with Coworkers to chat, share challenges and wins, and have a morning snack.
Free
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Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
$20 – $25
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3 events,
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Join the Museum for a delicious lunch with a side of history at the Magic Meadows Yurt. This is a ticketed event that includes a light lunch for all participants. We will meet at the trailhead for a guided group tour out to the Yurt for a delicious lunch and enjoyable history talk. During our […]
$40 – $50
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Bring your fiber arts WIP, yarn to de-stash, or that forgotten project in the back of your closet and join us for a relaxing and inspiring session. Work on your project while we share tips, inspiration, and encouragement to spark creativity and support each other's craft.
$8.50 – $10
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3 events,
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Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]
Free
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A modern twist on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, set in New York City. A young, uptight greeting card writer's life is changed when he meets a flighty photographer. Together they learn to love each other not despite their faults, but because of them.
$25
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Crested Butte Search and Rescue Team invites you to join us for the 31st showing of the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour Friday, March 21 and Saturday, March 22 7-10pm at the Crested Butte Center for the Arts. Each night's showing will present a different selection of films ranging from outdoor adventure to […]
$25
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7 events,
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Storyweaver Games is hosting a 3 hour learn to play class including a short play session with pre-built characters. You will learn what a character sheet is and how to use it, what the dice are and when to use them as well as answer any questions you have about role play. There are lots […]
$10
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Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, March 22 for Super Saturday Storytime. March's theme is T-Rex T-Party! Free & open to the public.
free
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Join Anette Akelson for a fun and creative jewelry-making class perfect for youth and families! In this hands-on session, you'll learn how to design and string a beautiful necklace using gemstones. Anette will guide you through selecting stones, arranging them, and stringing them to create a unique piece that you can take home and cherish. […]
$46.75 – $55
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We are so excited to continue our tradition of the "Souper Bowl" Fundraiser, benefitting the GAC Clay Studio! Join us for Vintage Super Bowls and Halftime shows, soups, breads, Bowl Sale and Auction, and more! Here's how to get involved + be apart of this incredible fundraiser: Are you a potter? Donate or apply to […]
$15
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1 event,
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Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]
Free
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1 event,
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Step back in time and join us at the Crested Butte Museum for our Trivia Series, taking place every Tuesday in March 2025. Each week, we present you with rotating themes that will challenge your knowledge. Past themes include Geography, Famous Faces, Movies, Pop-Culture and more! Each round will have one question about Crested Butte […]
$10 – $40
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1 event,
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Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Join us on an Elk Avenue Walking Tour to learn about the history of the buildings, mining history, and stories from the community. Our regularly scheduled Elk Avenue Walking Tours will resume […]
$20 – $25
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5 events,
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Take a creative break during your day and join artist Karolina Szumilas for an inspiring hour-long lunchtime still life class. This session is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, offering a chance to unwind, explore your creativity, and refine your skills in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Use various mediums and create a masterpiece!
$10
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Join Kit Wijkowski for a creative Clay Lab session where you'll design and build outdoor sculptures! In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn techniques for shaping and detailing clay to create unique pieces perfect for gardens, patios, or outdoor spaces. Kit's expert guidance will inspire you to explore your artistic side and leave with a one-of-a-kind […]
$136 – $160
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Join us for an evening of wine, fashion and fun! Six downtown Gunnison fashion stops highlighting local spring styles with Buckel Family Wine tastings and curated bites by Natural Grocers. One attendee will win a fabulous sponsor gift basket! $25.00 per ticket - fun and fashion. Brought to you by the Gunnison Country Chamber of […]
$25
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2 events,
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Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]
Free
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4 events,
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Create, move, and bond in our Big + Little class with Kit Wijkowski! Explore art and movement together through painting, sculpture, music, and dance. This class fosters creativity and connection.
$55.25 – $65
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Join Hannah Willis for two weekends of creativity and hands-on learning in our Ceramic Sculpture Workshop! This immersive session is perfect for those looking to explore the art of sculpting with clay. Guided by Hannah's expertise, you'll learn techniques for shaping, detailing, and firing clay to create a stunning, one-of-a-kind sculpture. Whether you're a beginner […]
$85 – $100
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A modern twist on Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, set in New York City. A young, uptight greeting card writer's life is changed when he meets a flighty photographer. Together they learn to love each other not despite their faults, but because of them.
$25
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Join us from 3:30-5 pm at the Gunnison Library on Sunday, March 30 for an exploration of an understanding of life that guides us to peace of mind, regardless of circumstances. Ellen Friedman, M.A., Soul-Centered Professional Coach, will lead this thought-provoking and engaging discussion inspired by Mavis Karn's It's That Simple: A User's Manual for […]
free
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Calling All Magic: The Gathering Players! Join us at Storyweaver Games every Monday and Friday night for an exciting Magic the Gathering experience! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, we've got a game for you. From Modern to Standard to Commander and beyond, you'll find players of all types ready to duel. […]
Free
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The Way of Compassion Dharma Center is located in Carbondale, Colorado. The 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 […]
By Donation
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Take a creative break during your day and join artist Karolina Szumilas for an inspiring hour-long lunchtime still life class. This session is perfect for beginners and experienced artists alike, offering a chance to unwind, explore your creativity, and refine your skills in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. Use various mediums and create a masterpiece! […]
$10
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Join us at the Gunnison Library at 6pm on Thursday, April 3, for an author talk with Mark Easter. In his new book The Blue Plate: A Food LoverÕs Guide to Climate Chaos, Colorado-based ecologist and author Mark Easter offers a detailed picture of the impact the foods you love have on the earth. Organized […]
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Get ready to groove, because the ultimate celebration is here! We're bidding farewell to the winter season in the most legendary way possible with Deadhead Ed's End of Season Party with Easy Jim! All proceeds benefit the Crested Butte Community School Enrichment Program! The CBCS Enrichment Program seeks to broaden our students' experience by providing […] |
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Astro Bandits are a local Crested Butte band that blend a fiery fusion of psychedelic rock, funk, blues, and punk, where raw energy meets soaring improvisation, crafting immersive, ever-evolving musical odysseys. Come join us at the Eldo for a free show to celebrate closing weekend and send off the winter in style!
Free
Join us from 3-6 PM at the Romp Skis Factory for the Long Drink Aprs Ski Party! Enjoy an afternoon of good vibes and refreshing Long Drinks while shopping our incredible deals for our Demo Fleet Clearance Sale. We're offering up to 60% off demo and blemished skis- first come, first served! Don't miss this […]
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Stop by the WCU Ballroom for some fun science demonstrations and then a little bit if fun stuff after! Put on by Western Chemistry and Prehealth clubs. |
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Kevin Donovan and Karen Janssen have been sharing music together for years. Come out and enjoy their eclectic mix of music from folky to funky, bluegrass to ballads, soulful to swing!
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N2N Season Ender Party with Hyphy Han | Crested Butte Public House | April 5, 2025 Close out the resort season with the dance party of the season! April 5 N2N will bring his blistering marathon sets and infectiously joyful house music on the the Public House stage. Over the last ten years, N2N has […]
$30
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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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