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.
It's a Mountaineer takeover! The Kinder Padon Gallery will showcase artwork created by Art & Design students of Western Colorado University. Join us for their gallery reception!
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. […]
Celebrate the season with creativity in our Ceramic Easter Garland Class! Join Cat Avila as she guides kids and families through the process of crafting charming Easter-themed garlands using clay. You'll shape, design, and decorate unique ceramic pieces that can be strung together to brighten your home or gift to a loved one. This fun […]
Lace up your combat boots, dust on the body glitter and get ready to Rage! The Feminine Rager is an Adults Only community dance party featuring live performances by local DJs Woody and Partyof1 at the Gunnison Arts Center. All profits benefiting the Center for Reproductive Rights; all genders welcome.
Elliot Colchamiro conducts tours at the "Holocaust Documentation & Education Center" in Dania Beach, Florida where he has transcribed to text more than two dozen Holocaust testimonies. Elliot will discuss the history of the Greek Jews from antiquity until the present time, including the murder of 87% of the Jews of Greece during the holocaust. […]
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. […]
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! […]
Unwind and ignite your creativity in this unique wood-burning workshop with Chelsea McKenzie. Sip on expertly crafted whiskey cocktails while learning the art of pyrography. Chelsea will guide you through techniques to create stunning, personalized wooden pieces, perfect for home decor or as thoughtful gifts. No experience is necessary-just bring your imagination and enjoy a […]
Join us at the Crested Butte Library on Thursday, April 17 at 6 pm for a free movie night! Free pizza! Bring a camp chair & blanket! Screening: The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008) Benjamin Button, born in 1918 with the physical state of an elderly man, ages in reverse. He experiences love and […]
Stop by and visit the Museum during our off season hours! We will be open from 11am to 5pm Friday - Sunday April 18th through May 16th.
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.
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. […]
Join us at the Crested Butte Library at 10:30 am on Saturday, April 19 for Super Saturday Storytime. April's theme is Poem-Palooza! Free & open to the public.
Stop by and visit the Museum during our off season hours! We will be open from 11am to 5pm Friday - Sunday April 18th through May 16th.
Introduce your child to the art of pyrography in this fun and creative wood burning workshop with Chelsea McKenzie! Young artists will learn how to safely use wood burning tools to craft personalized designs on wooden pieces. This hands-on class encourages creativity and builds confidence, resulting in a unique keepsake to take home. Perfect for […]
Stop by and visit the Museum during our off season hours! We will be open from 11am to 5pm Friday - Sunday April 18th through May 16th.
Join us for an all new offering at the Crested Butte Library! Scrabble Club will take place 2x a month on the first and third Mondays at noon. For beginner and experienced players - match wits with other players in the Valley, develop your game and make some new friends! Scrabble boards provided, free and […]
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. […]
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! […]
Please join us at 5 pm at the Gunnison Library for Silent Book Club. Enjoy reading a book of your choice in companionable silence near our cozy fireplace at the Gunnison Library. Meeting monthly on every fourth Thursday. No assigned reading - everyone is welcome. Snacks are provided. At the end of Silent Book Club, […]
Please join us for the Western-CU Boulder Engineering Partnership Program's Engineering Expo, formerly Industry Night, on Thursday April 24, 2025 from 5:30 PM-7:30 PM. This event brings together a diverse community including business owners, engineers, and esteemed alumni from Western and CU Boulder. It's an opportunity to immerse yourself in an evening of connection where […]
Please join us at the Gunnison Library for a new offering in the children's area, PlayDough PlayDate! PlayDough PlayDate will take place every second and fourth Friday of the month from 10:30-11:30 am. The library will provide playdough, tools and interactive play mats. Come create with us!
Join Cat Avila for a one-night wheel throwing date night class designed for couples. Spend the evening learning the art of wheel throwing as you create personalized pottery together. Whether you're experienced or trying it for the first time, this class is perfect for laughter, connection, and creativity. (Priced per couple)
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. […]
8th Annual Legs, Kegs & Eggs 5km fun run from The Dive to the I Bar Ranch. Day of registration opens at 9am at The Dive. Race starts at 10am. Free Yoga from Sanctuary Somatics at the Finish Line at 11am. Yoga is open to anyone. Bring your own mat. The whole event is a […]
Join Anette Akselson for a fun and creative family-friendly jewelry-making class focused on crafting beautiful, one-of-a-kind earrings. Designed for youth and their families, this hands-on workshop teaches techniques to design and assemble various styles, from simple studs to elegant dangles, using a variety of materials. Perfect for beginners and those with some experience, this class […]
Join Anette Akselson for a fun and creative jewelry-making class focused on crafting beautiful, one-of-a-kind earrings. This hands-on workshop teaches techniques to design and assemble various styles, from simple studs to elegant dangles, using a variety of materials. Perfect for beginners and those with some experience, this class is a great way to learn and […]
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. […]
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.
Take your wheel throwing skills to the next level in this intermediate class with Cassandra Duft. Designed for those who have completed a beginner course, this workshop will help you refine your technique and deepen your understanding of centering, shaping, and glazing. Cassandra will offer personalized guidance as you explore more complex forms and creative […]
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 […]
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!
Join us on Thurs, May 1 at the UC Theater from 5:30-9:00pm, for the annual Student Film Night! The program features student films from Fall 2024, Spring 2025, and the Senior Film Practicum Showcase. Intermission with appetizers is at 6:40. Concessions and drinks will be for sale throughout. Attendees are welcome to come and go […]
Stroll down Elk Avenue with the Crested Butte Museum's staff, and learn about some of the first buildings built on the main street of Crested Butte, including discussions of form, function and architectural details of the late 1800 vernacular with a different special guest from the community joining each week. $10 for Museum Members (monthly […]
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. […]
On May 2nd at the Elks Lodge, Harmonic FunKtion will take the stage to perform live funk fusion music. Playing mostly original compositions, Harmonic FunKtion blends a variety of genres with precise intention. Show begins at 7:00 with DJ Walter Bottel. Harmonic FunKtion begins at 7:30, and after party continues with DJ Walter Bottel.
Join us as we go off menu and on the mic for our 80s themed karaoke night! Costumes are encouraged and we have a prize for best dressed. All songs (not just 80s) will be available to sing, we are not limiting our set!
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!
