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.

Time Travel Dance Party Fundraiser & Raffle

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Join the Gunnison Arts Center for our Spring fundraising event, the Time Travel Dance Party Fundraiser & Raffle! There will be dancing, raffle prizes, costumes, cocktails, live music, complimentary food from Burnell's, and more - all while raising critical funds for the Gunnison Arts Center! Our theme for this year's fundraiser is all about time […]

$35

Puppet Show

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

This show is the cultivation of a puppet theater class at the GAC which included all phases of play production: rehearsals, improv, sets, puppet making, costumes, poster and finally the show itself. The choice of the play is up to the puppeteers themselves and depends also on the size of the cast, but the selection […]

$5

Date Night

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Come learn a new skill with a partner or friend! Date nights will focus on an introduction to wheel throwing where students will learn how to center, pull and shape their own masterpiece. Instructor: Kit Witkowski $72/non-members $62/ members

$62 – $72

Soladera Soaps (advanced workshop)

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Session 1: Wednesday, 5:00-8:00pm. January 25 Session 2: Thursday, 5:00-8:00 pm. April 13 In this single day workshop, Jenifer from Soladera Soaps will walk you through the process of creating your very own bar of soap. This time around students will make a more complex 2 or 3 colored soap. The class will be held […]

$48

Hip Hop & Jazz Fusion

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Students will learn various beginning hip hop dance moves in a fun filled encouraging group environment while building self-confidence. All levels of dancers can join! Each day the students will learn a different choreography. Drop ins open once the minimum registration number is met. Instructor: Sakara Sullivan. $78/person, $66.30/member

$78

Kids Hip Hop Dance Class

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Students will learn various beginning hip hop dance moves in a fun filled encouraging group environment while building self-confidence. All levels of dancers can join! Each day the students will learn a different choreography. Drop ins open once the minimum registration number is met. Instructor: Sakara Sullivan $78/person, $66.30/member

$78

Teapot Wheel Intensive

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Enhance your wheel throwing skills in this three class wheel throwing intensive. Students will create a teapot by exploring various wheel throwing and hand building techniques. Prior wheel throwing experience required. Instructor: Kristin Gruenberger $230/non-members $192/ members

$230

Lunchtime Dance Workout

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Drop in at the GAC for a quick workout session to keep the blood moving throughout the day. Students will be led through an energetic routine with a hip hop influence. Stay active this winter and join us for a workout. Purchase all 8 classes for the best deal, or drop in whenever you're feeling […]

$80 – $94

Charcoal Portrait

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

This course is best suited for those who have a little experience with drawing and want to explore a different medium or venture into portraiture. Faces can present one of the ultimate challenges in the art world. I'll teach you many different tips and tricks for what makes a true portrait different from a drawing […]

$195

Pasta Night & Wine

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Learn how to prepare, and cook fresh pasta with chef Danny, owner of Marios and the Dive Pub. Sip on wine while crafting a homemade sauce and linguine pasta. Once you learn and taste your dish you will never go back to your old ways. Registration includes instruction, prepared food and a couple glasses of […]

$125

Wacky Wednesdays

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

Featuring a new and unique project each day, students will have the opportunity to get hands-on with creative lessons. These fun projects will range from painting and drawing to sculpting and building. Drop-in registration and half-course registrations will be available once the minimum number of students is reached. Min. 4 full-time students to run. Instructor: […]

$165.75 – $195

Cooking with Danny

Gunnison Arts Center 102 South Main St, Gunnison, CO, United States

In this 5 week course you will be walked through a full process of creating a complete dish taught by chef Danny owner of Mario's and the Dive Pub. Starting with knife skills and cooking techniques you will be taught something new in each class. The final class will bring together all the skills to […]

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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

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