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.
Friday | 5:30 - 8:30 | September 26th Explore gesture, proportion, and expression while drawing from a live nude model in this dynamic, studio-style class. Led by artist Karolina Szumilas, it's perfect for beginners or those refining their skills. All levels welcome - just bring your curiosity! Location: GAC Blue Box Theatre | Instructor: Karolina […]
Learn how to throw on the potters' wheel! Join our Guest Artist, Melissa Michel (@scumugs) from Art Spot Silverthorne make magic with clay! Perfect for couples, friends, or first dates. Clay, tools, and firing included.
6:00 - 8:00 PM | Thursday, September 25th Paint your furry (or feathered) friend in this fun, beginner-friendly class! Using the grid method and alla prima technique, you'll create an 8x8 oil portrait from a photo reference. Bring a square photo of your pet's face or email it in advance-all skill levels welcome! Location: GAC […]
Join us for a hands-on clay adventure designed just for kids(adults are welcome to stay or leave)! In this fun and creative class, young artists will explore the basics of pottery through a mix of handbuilding and wheel techniques. From shaping and sculpting to glazing their own unique pieces, students will gain confidence while bringing […]
Friday, September 19th | 6:00 - 8:00 PM Get creative with resin in this hands-on class led by artist Shana Vogel! Learn the basics of working with resin while designing your own unique set of coasters. Choose from a variety of colors, additives, and effects to make each piece your own. Location: GAC Courtyard (weather […]
Friday, September 19 | 5:30 - 8:00 pm | Skull Sculptures Get your hands dirty and your creativity flowing in this hands-on pottery class! Join artist Alaina Holcombe to learn basic sculpting techniques while make a one of a kind Halloween decoration. Ages 15+ Location: GAC Clay Studio | Instructor: Alaina Holcombe $60 | Non-Member, […]
Thursday, September 18th | 5:30 - 8:30 PM Sip and create in this playful pastel workshop with local artist Gail Sovick! Enjoy a refreshing Paloma while exploring the vibrant world of soft pastels in a relaxed, social setting. Gail will guide you through simple techniques to blend, layer, and play with color-no experience needed Location: […]
4 Wednesdays, September 17 - October 8 | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Learn to throw simple forms on the wheel and transform them into beautiful art through carving, brushwork and other surface design techniques with Karolina Szumilas. Location: GAC Clay Studio | Instructor: Karolina Szumilas $200 | Non-Member $170 | Member
FilmCult Movie Party: The Wicker Man (1973) Friday, September 12. Doors: 6:30pm. Wreathmaking: 7:00-8:00pm. Film: 8:00 – 9:30pm. Celebrate the spirit of Vinotok with a screening of The Wicker Man (1973)! This cult classic, steeped in folklore and mystery, sets the stage for an unforgettable evening. Complementing the film, this event features wreathmaking-a symbolic nod […]
Join us in a community gathering to view and learn from neighbors' stories. Light apps and popcorn provided, bar will be open. Screening will have subtitles in Spanish.
Cellar Door Cinema: Carnival of Souls (1962) Wednesday, September 10. Doors: 7:30pm. Film: 8:00-9:30pm. Descend into the unknown with Cellar Door Cinema, where every 2nd Wednesday of the month, classic black and white films unravel the mysteries of the unknown, the underground, the strange, the beautiful, and the haunting with cinematic wonder and timeless artistry. […]
Decked Out Punk Fest (9/5) & Skateboard Art Fundraiser (9/5 - 9/27) FREE! This September, the GAC brings skate culture to the gallery walls with Decked Out, a fundraiser exhibition of custom skateboard decks created by local skaters and artists. Proceeds benefit the GAC's mission to connect and inspire through the arts. Join us for […]
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!
