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.
Saddle up and step back in time to the rugged and mysterious Wild West! Join us for an unforgettable evening of intrigue and suspense with the Crested Butte Museum and The Crested Butte Mountain TheatreÕs Wild West Murder Mystery. ItÕs an event thatÕs sure to leave you guessing ÔwhodunitÕ until the very end! We invite […]
Please join us at the Crested Butte Library from 2-4 pm on Sunday, December 3 for story time with Santa! Enjoy some cozy holiday stories read by Kris Kringle himself. There will be cookies and cocoa as well as a candy cane craft! This event is free & open to the public.
Calling all hobby historians and trivia buffs! Recruit your friends to join a team for a "History of Crested Butte" trivia night at Kochevar's, moderated by Chad Reich and hosted in collaboration with the Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum. Learn more about Crested Butte's history and share what you value about Crested Butte's past.
Before this season, Courtney Dauwalter was already established as one of the greatest runners of all time. But this year, she accomplished the seemingly impossible by winning-in the span of 10 weeks-the Western States 100, Hardrock 100, and UTMB. Come hear Courtney talk about her astonishing season, her approach to life, training, and competition, ask […]
Santa Cookie Plates Wednesday, December 6, 5:30 - 8:30 pm Get into the holiday spirit by crafting your own plate for Santa's cookies. In this festive workshop, students will have the opportunity to craft their very own ceramic cookie plates designed to deliver Santa's cookies in style. Channel your inner artist and create a one-of-a-kind […]
Kick off your holiday season with the premiere musical drag tribute to The Golden Girls television show, all the way from NYC!
Buy your tree and help the CBAC raise money! There will be several sizes to choose from. Sales December 8th from 12-7, December 9th from 12-7 and December 10th from 12 until trees are gone.
Join us for the opening reception of our Sense of Place show on December 8, 5-7pm to celebrate the participating artists. Featuring a robust bar menu and a chance to mingle with the artists.
Join us for a free screening of "Friends & Strangers" from @art21's acclaimed PBS series, "Art in the Twenty-First Century," as part of the Art21 Screening Society.
Saturday, December 9: Mommy and Me Ornament Making 12:00-2:00 pm | $35 Make memories with your little one by creating a keepsake in clay. We will explore textures and create small handprint ornaments. All ages welcome. Children under the age of 5 must have an adult present. Drop-ins welcome.
You may be familiar with the Nutcracker ballet, but do you know the actual story on which it's based? Firebird Theatre Co. presents The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, an original production adapted by Annie Flora and directed by local teen Maddy Carver (She Kills Monsters, Beauty and the Beast)! Featuring a cast of local […]
Whimsical Ornaments Saturday | December 9 | 2:00-4:00 | $45 Create one of a kind whimsical ornaments for your holiday tree.
Clay Christmas Ornaments Sunday, December 10,12 - 3 pm This festive workshop is ideal for families looking to add a homemade touch to their holiday decor. Bring the whole family for a low key afternoon in my studio. I'll be there to provide step-by-step guidance as you embark on the journey of creating your own […]
Welcome all CBSOUTH vendors, crafters, business owners - let's showcase & share our wares at CBSOUTHs first Xmas Fair. Come find that perfect gift from one of your neighbors & let's support each other this holiday!
You may be familiar with the Nutcracker ballet, but do you know the actual story on which it's based? Firebird Theatre Co. presents The Nutcracker and the Mouse King, an original production adapted by Annie Flora and directed by local teen Maddy Carver (She Kills Monsters, Beauty and the Beast)! Featuring a cast of local […]
Join Chabad Lubavitch of Colorado for a celebration at the Inaugural Menorah Lighting and Chanukah Celebration in Crested Butte. This year's event holds special significance as they unite in support of Israel following recent events. Immerse yourself in a festive and welcoming atmosphere featuring traditional Menorah lighting, live music, and an array of delightful Hanukkah […]
The event is December 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th and 21st, 22nd, 23rd. Thursday through Saturday at 6:30pm and Sunday at 2:30pm.
The Crested Butte School of Dance and the Center present the Nutcracker, but make it CB! Following the classic storyline of Clara's adventures, this interpretation of the Nutcracker by the Crested Butte School of Dance will feature dancers of all ages and music from a variety of styles.
Firebird presents Humbug! An improvised Christmas Carol for some family-friendly fun this holiday season! A fast-paced, comical re-telling of Charles Dickens' classic tale, with suggestions added by the audience, Humbug! will take you on a journey of greed, generosity, and forgiveness, with who-knows-what accents, impressions, and situations along the way. It's a wonderful treat for […]
Join us at the museum store to visit with Santa, decorate cookies, and make ornaments from 4pm-6pm. Our gift store is open and stocked with lots of goodies for the holiday season. This is a free event for all, no pre-registration is required.
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 […]
Firebird presents Humbug! An improvised Christmas Carol for some family-friendly fun this holiday season! A fast-paced, comical re-telling of Charles Dickens' classic tale, with suggestions added by the audience, Humbug! will take you on a journey of greed, generosity, and forgiveness, with who-knows-what accents, impressions, and situations along the way. It's a wonderful treat for […]
The event is December 14th, 15th, 16th, 17th and 21st, 22nd, 23rd. Thursday through Saturday at 6:30pm and Sunday at 2:30pm.
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 5 pm on Thursday, December 21 for December Crafternoon. For December's craft we will be making marbled glass ornaments. 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 quintet from the Colorado Brass comes to CB on December 22 for some rousing holiday favorites! Bring the whole family to hear the bright sounds of the season echo through the halls.
Join us for our December Women's Networking Night and Holiday Gift Exchange! Join us Wednesday, December 27th from 5:30-7:30 for our Women's Networking Night and 7th Annual Holiday Gift Exchange! We'll be gathering at the Three Seasons in Mt. Crested Butte. Gift Exchange: If you'd like to participate in the gift exchange, please bring a […]
Join us at the museum with Pete Dunda on the accordion to show off your best polka skills on December 28th from 5pm-7pm, festive outfits are encouraged! We will also be drawing winners for our Winter Raffle tonight at 7pm, and 6:30pm is your last chance to purchase tickets! During the mining days of Crested […]
Leisurely stroll through the galleries of Crested Butte, experience the diverse artistic expressions of local artists and be inspired by these special Art Walk evenings.
Joanne Lefrak, Hanna Mae Bradbury, and Peggy Stenmark present their works surrounding the concept of how shadows and light play with one another through watercolors, glass etching, and cyanotypes.
All of the glitz and glamor of Motown. Don't miss out on CB's hottest New Year's Eve celebration! Don your finest evening attire, and relive the golden age of soulful music with the Mile High Soul Club-spinning the best of Motown rhythm and soul from the 50s, 60s, and 70s.
Please join Duane Vandenbusche every Tuesday evening from 6:00pm-6:50pm beginning on January 2nd for his virtual learning series on the history of the Gunnison Country. Topics covered include Crested Butte, Gunnison, Lake City, Monarch, Railroads, Coal and Precious Metal Mining Camps, Water and the Black Canyon. All episodes will feature 20-25 historic photos of each […]
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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