Annual Meeting and potluck
Join us to celebrate and promote human powered recreation! We will have music, food camaraderie and our annual meeting. Anyone who enjoys and supports human powered recreation is welcome to join us!
Explore events and things to do in Gunnison and Crested Butte, from weekend festivals and live music to outdoor adventures and cultural experiences. Whether you’re visiting for a few days or planning a longer stay, there’s always something happening in the Gunnison Valley. Find events happening today, this weekend, and throughout the year across every season. Use this guide to plan your trip and make the most of your time in Gunnison and Crested Butte.
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Join us to celebrate and promote human powered recreation! We will have music, food camaraderie and our annual meeting. Anyone who enjoys and supports human powered recreation is welcome to join us!
Join the Elk Mountains Backcountry Alliance (EMBA) for its 2026 Annual Meeting & Potluck! Enjoy a community BBQ, live music by Atmospheric River, and connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. EMBA will provide the BBQ, beverages, and dining essentials-please bring a favorite dish to share. Attendees will also have a chance to win prizes, including a […]
This August, Firebird Theatre is proud to be able to present our next Shakespeare in the Park production: A Midsummer Night's Dream. Shakespeare's Athenian pastoral comedy about fairies, donkeys, and rude mechanicals is considered one of the Bard's greatest works. This production is directed by Tristan Buss and will include the use of mask-work inspired […]
This August, Firebird Theatre is proud to be able to present our next Shakespeare in the Park production: A Midsummer Night's Dream. Shakespeare's Athenian pastoral comedy about fairies, donkeys, and rude mechanicals is considered one of the Bard's greatest works. This production is directed by Tristan Buss and will include the use of mask-work inspired […]
Annual Kick-off party to for CBMBA to inform members and non-members about CBMBA's mission and goals, plus upcoming events for the summer and fall.
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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