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 FILM FESTIVAL TIME! Check out this seasons films, panels, and parties at our website. We're starting Wednesday Sept 18th with a showcase of local short films followed by a Colorado Premiere, CHAMPIONS OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY, a moving film about young villagers in the high peaks of Afghanistan, from rival ethnic groups build makeshift […]
IT'S FILM FESTIVAL TIME! Check out this seasons films, panels, and parties at our website. We're starting Wednesday Sept 18th with a showcase of local short films followed by a Colorado Premiere, CHAMPIONS OF THE GOLDEN VALLEY, a moving film about young villagers in the high peaks of Afghanistan, from rival ethnic groups build makeshift […]
Join Colorado West Performing Arts Company, CWPAC, for a mixed repertoire performance. Showcasing the versatility of our dancers, this performance celebrates excerpts from classic and romantic ballets as well as displaying original contemporary works including commissioned works from internationally acclaimed choreographer, Kim Robards. Perfect for both dance lovers and new audience members, this varied selection […]
As the leaves in Crested Butte decay around us, Lauren and Richard Eisen bring the natural forces of nature to the walls of the KPG. Richard Eisen, a photographer, uses a photographic image construction that represents the rebirth from decay; a chance to redirect from the object's identity to the possibility that what we are […]
What does Crested Butte's future look and feel like to you? As part of the Town of Crested Butte Community Plan, join this interactive in-person workshop sketch the alternative futures, or build outs, for Crested Butte. Please share your ideas on the future look and feel of Crested Butte, such as: where could more affordable […]
This is the annual fundraiser for Project Hope of Gunnison Valley. It will be a luncheon held at the CB Center for the Arts. Table sponsorships can be arranged through Sierra at Project Hope.
Join us for our annual celebration of organizations doing vital, creative, educational, recreational, nurturing, and community-building work in the Gunnison Valley. We'll spotlight 2024 Community Grants awardees and celebrate the impact of the nonprofit sector as a whole. Connect with friends, neighbors, and colleagues as another busy summer starts to wind down. All community members […]
Miguel Espinoza Fusion Duo, the combined beating heart of world-class musicians Miguel Espinoza (guitar) and Dianne Betkowski (cello), invites the listener into a rich and colorful symposium of musical traditions. Firm roots in flamenco, classical, and jazz are woven through with North African rhythms, Celtic whimsy, and Brazilian expressions for a sound that is transformative, […]
Karina Rykman plays bass, sings, jumps around, and laughs a lot. In doing so, she has garnered rare attention and avid listenership. Straddling the worlds of jam rock and indie pop drenched in psychedelia, Karina's effervescent presence comes to life in musical form.
Members of the Arts community are going to be talking about this show for years to come, you do not want to miss this showcase featuring two nationally renowned artists. Richard C. Harrington has been a professional artist for 33 years, and has placed over 900 paintings in private collections in North America and Europe. […]
Daniel Drezner, "The Uncertain State of American Grand Strategy"
Concertmaster Sean Claire and other Summer Classics musicians bring the music of the Appalachians to the Rockies in this outdoor classical and folk chamber music concert.
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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