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.
Join for a reception celebrating the artists! Featuring a robust bar menu as well as complimentary house wine or beer. Over time, the nickname "Mother Rock" has been used to describe the iconic peak that reaches out above the small town of Crested Butte. Coming together for this invitational group show, featured artists of Crested […]
Dance into 2025 with funk sensations Cool Cool Cool + Eddie Roberts & the Lucky Strokes at the Crested Butte Center for the Arts! Treat yourself to our VIP package options for couples or parties of up to 10 that include a VIP lounge with special bar selections and small bites as well as an […]
The Infamous Stringdusters are a celebrated American progressive bluegrass band known for their virtuosic musicianship, innovative arrangements, and genre-blending style. The GRAMMY Award-winning Americana quintet--Andy Falco , Chris Pandolfi , Andy Hall , Jeremy Garrett , and Travis Book --have musical influences that truly run the gamut, but their common denominator is certainly bluegrass- the […]
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 January 21, we're excited to welcome the Domi Edson Trio, a Denver-based piano trio focused on catchy melodies, infectious swing, and joyful ensemble interplay.
Generously underwritten by the Blake Hawk Family and Gunnison Valley Health Foundation. Everything he has dreamed, everything he has felt, everything he has created - it all has led to this. John Bukaty will, for the first time, create his truest art for all to see on stage, where he has been heralded as a […]
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 […]
The Motet is a must-see for fans of funk, soul, jazz, and rock. For over 20 years, this six-piece band has created electrifying live performances that blend each member's talent into a seamless, high-energy experience. Known for sold-out shows and appearances at festivals like Bonnaroo and Red Rocks, The Motet will bring their latest sound […]
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.
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 March 18, we're thrilled to announce that jazz legend and educator Annie Booth will join us from the front range to tickle some ivories.
Follow the trail of breadcrumbs to Opera Colorado's production of the beloved fairytale Hansel and Gretel. Stranded in the Magic Forest, things look "Grimm" indeed for Gretel and her brother Hansel. What follows is an enchanted odyssey through a magical forest and a house made of gingerbread. The pair encounters everything from a magical Sandman […]
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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