Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

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.

Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.

  • DJ Blake Get Back

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO
    Free
  • Apres Ski: History of Crested Butte Ski Area Lecture

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

    Join us for a special day celebrating the history of the Crested Butte Ski Area with Andy Eflin, son of founder Dick Eflin After a day of skiing, head to the Elevation Hotel Ballroom at 4:00pm for an engaging slideshow presentation featuring rare photos, early promotional footage, and stories from the very beginning, including how […]

    $10 – $15
  • Apres Ski: History of Skiing

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

    Ski straight from the slopes of Mt. Crested Butte to the Elevation Hotel for an engaging après-ski history talk with renowned Colorado historian Dr. Duane Vandenbusche. Discover the rich skiing heritage of the Gunnison Valley through archival images and stories Explore the rich skiing history of the Gunnison Valley through archival images and stories from […]

    $10 – $15
  • Chris Coady @ billy barr

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

    Chris' Americana/Folk songwriting is inspired by friends, family, community, and the natural environment. His songs convey positivity and transformation with a sense of place in Colorado and the American Southwest. He has released several studio albums co-produced with Don Richmond at Howlin' Dog Studios: "Where You Find It" 2008, "From Down Here" 2011, "If Down […]

    Free
  • Chris Coady @ billy barr

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

    Chris' Americana/Folk songwriting is inspired by friends, family, community, and the natural environment. His songs convey positivity and transformation with a sense of place in Colorado and the American Southwest. He has released several studio albums co-produced with Don Richmond at Howlin' Dog Studios: "Where You Find It" 2008, "From Down Here" 2011, "If Down […]

    Free
  • Sam Moore / Bassiah @ José Patio

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

    Experimental Bass with Bassiah at the Jose's Patio.

    Free
  • Brett Darby Price @ billy barr

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

    Brett Darby Price is a percussionist/drummer, guitarist, singer and composer from Colorado Springs who has been playing in Colorado since 2006. Brett has played various styles of music from jazz and blues to classical and metal. Brett also marched Tenor drums with The Blue Knights of Denver, Colorado in 2013. Now, Brett bounces back and […]

    Free
  • Gene James/Genetics @ José Patio

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

    Genetics brings the apres beats to the Jose's patio @ Elevation.

    Free
  • Matt & Madeline Shugert

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

    With their tasteful musicianship and nuanced vocal harmonies, Matt and Madeline make a compelling duo. Their music is simultaneously familiar and unexpected tuneful melodies give way to lush harmonic soundscapes, evocative jazz-folk ballads, and moments of sparse simplicity.

    Free
  • DJ Walter Balltell @ José Patio

    Elevation Hotel and Spa 500 Gothic Rd., Crested Butte, CO

    Emerging from a vibrant fusion of sound as a life-long musician and long-time local DJ from Crested Butte, Colorado, Walter Balltell defies genre boundaries with an electrifying blend of tech house, deep bass, funk, hip-hop, afro house, and other worldly rhythms. Infused with the relentless energy of underground beats, new emerging music, and the tasteful […]

    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