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.
On the eve of the 49th annual Pearl Pass Tour-the ride where it all began-the museum is hosting a casual, happy hour-esque event from 5-7pm for riders and enthusiasts alike. This year, we are thrilled to have photographer and mountain biking pioneer Wende Cragg share stories and a slideshow of her rare and iconic photographs […]
Explore the historic district of Crested Butte on this focused walking tour with Glo Cunningham. Learn all about what makes Crested Butte a National Registered Historic District, and adventure back in time as you learn about the buildings, community, preservation, and more.
Join us as we explore pubs and historic buildings in the town of Crested Butte for stories of the past while you enjoy libations. Our pub crawls feature 3 different establishments, which include stories from a historian, and an alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage at each location. Our pub crawls sell out fast, so get your […]
We invite you to our FREE live music series in our garden area adjacent to the museum, on Tuesdays from 5pm-7pm, July 11th – August 15th. We will have libations and non-alcoholic refreshments for sale, and any donations will directly benefit our local musicians and our non-profit history museum. Live Music Schedule: July 11th: Floyd […]
We invite you to our FREE live music series in our garden area adjacent to the museum, on Tuesdays from 5pm-7pm, July 11th-August 15th. We will have libations and non-alcoholic refreshments for sale, and any donations will directly benefit our local musicians and our non-profit history museum. Live Music Schedule: July 11th: Floyd Bauler July […]
This tour will be centered around the history of skiing in Crested Butte and The Gunnison Valley. Topics will include Rozman Hill, Pioneer Hill at mouth of Cement Creek, Quicks Hill, Lower Loop and Pershing Mine Hill, Chocolate Peak, Gibson Ridge, Red Lady Basin (Mount Emmons), Chicken Ranch, and Crested Butte Mountain Resort. Please note […]
We invite you to our FREE live music series in our garden area adjacent to the museum, on Tuesdays from 5pm-7pm, July 11th – August 15th. We will have libations and non-alcoholic refreshments for sale, and any donations will directly benefit our local musicians and our non-profit history museum. Live Music Schedule: July 11th: Floyd […]
We invite you to our FREE live music series in our garden area adjacent to the museum, on Tuesdays from 5pm-7pm, July 11th & August 15th. We will have libations and non-alcoholic refreshments for sale, and any donations will directly benefit our local musicians and our non-profit history museum. VanSlykes unique combination of accessible, highly […]
We invite you to our FREE live music series in our garden area adjacent to the museum, on Tuesdays from 5pm-7pm, July 11th-August 15th. We will have libations and non-alcoholic refreshments for sale, and any donations will directly benefit our local musicians and our non-profit history museum. Billy Jeter's music comes from a collage of […]
Explore the history of Second Street in Crested Butte on this focused walking tour with Glo Cunningham. Learn all about Second Street and how it used to be the "main street" during the mining days and the daily stroll of miners from The Big Mine down the street to their favorite establishments to imbibe, gamble, […]
Join us for our June Women's Networking Night Come network with the wonderful ladies of the Gunnison Valley. Join us at the Crested Butte Museum Wednesday, June 28th from 5:30-7:30. The Crested Butte Museum is a town hub where history, ideas and stories are shared in a thoughtful, inclusive and respectful environment. The Crested Butte […]
Join us for the second annual Melting Pot Cookoff, a food competition celebrating our community through history, cuisine, and culture for preservation month, co-presented by the Town of Crested Butte and generously sponsored by LIV Sotheby's. Local chefs and food enthusiasts alike will be recreating recipes from the Crested Butte Melting Pot Cookbook, putting their […]
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!
