Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

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.

  • Makers Market

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    Food Arrive - hungry! Mount Kaz will now be on-site serving delicious food from 5pm-8pm - come early, grab a bite, and enjoy the night! Makers Market has become a cherished pre-season tradition in Crested Butte, bringing together community, creativity, and holiday spirit. This curated event features more than 25 local makers, offering one-of-a-kind gifts […]

    Free
  • The Deans List Film Tour

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    The Dean's List Film Tour lands in Crested Butte, CO-featuring independent crews and locally made ski films. Watch premieres from MOONSHED, BIRD FLU, VVX PRODUCTIONS and more. Come support local athletes and filmmakers, and get stoked for winter!

    $15
  • Fall Dance Production: Echoes of the First Laugh

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    After a long hiatus, the CB Dance Collective is bringing back our beloved fall dance production! Echoes of the First Laugh is an intimate, meaningful performance rooted in somatic movement, personal storytelling, and inner child work. This production invites adult dancers to dive deep, exploring their own lived experiences through movement, memory, and creative inquiry. […]

  • Local ski film tour

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    The Dean's List Film Tour hits Crested Butte, CO! Come watch a stacked lineup of independent ski films from crews like MoonShed, VVX Production, and even some local high school filmmakers throwing down on the big screen. We'll have giveaways, raffles, and merch from our amazing sponsors-all to support these up-and-coming athletes. It's a night […]

    $15
  • Rocky Horror Picture Show: Interactive Screening

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    In partnership with Firebird Theatre Get ready to do the Time Warp! Join us for a thrilling screening and sing-along of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, complete with a live shadow cast brought to you by Firebird Theater, bringing the film to life right before your eyes. Expect outrageous fun, audience participation, and all the […]

    $35
  • Fall Folk: Natalie Spears & David Brown

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    Join us for an evening of free Folk music with Natalie Spears & David Brown (Rising Appalachia). An incredible duo for a perfect and intimate fall evening. No tickets needed. Simply show up, enjoy the sounds, and grab a complimentary drink on us!

    Free
  • Bill McKibben Author Talk

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    Acclaimed environmentalist Bill McKibben, author of more than 20 books, comes to Crested Butte with his latest release, Here Comes the Sun: A Last Chance for the Climate and a Fresh Chance for Civilization. McKibben, is one of the first to sound the alarm about the climate crisis and insists this moment is also full […]

    Free
  • Fall Folk: The Rememberers

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    Join us for an evening of free folk music and storytelling with this unique and compelling show by The Rememberers. No tickets needed. Simply show up, enjoy the sounds, and grab a complimentary drink on us!

    Free
  • After the Snowfall – A Ski Movie by MSP

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    Showtime 1: Doors Open: 6:00 PM, Showtime: 7:00 PM Showtime 2: Doors Open: 8:30 PM, Showtime: 9:30 PM "After The Snowfall" is a celebration of skiing in its purest form, chronicling the world's best athletes and everyday skiers as they chase snow, risk it all, and find joy in the mountains. From deep powder mornings […]

    $25
  • Crested Butte Film Festival

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    Celebrating 15 Years of film in the Gunnison Valley! Over 80 handpicked films, special events, and unforgettable experiences await at the 15th annual Crested Butte Film Festival. There are free coffee talks and panels all week, passholders are invited to special filmmaker parties, and don't miss the Youth Film Program on Sunday, free to all […]

    Free – $17
  • An Evening with PBS NewsHour’s Miles O’Brien

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    An Evening with PBS NewsHour's Miles O'Brien: The Crucial Role of Field Stations in Science Friday, September 19 | 6:30-9:00 PM Crested Butte Center for the Arts | $25 Join PBS NewsHour's Miles O'Brien for an evening exploring how field stations advance science and shape our understanding of the natural world. Enjoy light bites, sip […]

    $25
  • Fall Folk: The Ditchwalkers

    Center for the Arts Crested Butte 606 6th Street, Crested Butte, CO

    Enjoy an evening of free Folk Music in the Center for the Arts Atrium featuring local musicians Matt Shugert, Madeline Shugert and Lizzy Plotkin, collectively known as The Ditchwalkers. No tickets needed. Simply show up, enjoy the sounds, and grab a complimentary drink on us!

    Free

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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Nordic skiers race in two lines dressed in costumes on a snowy downtown street