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.
Get ready, Gunnison! Teton Gravity Research is rolling into town for the winter kick-off celebration of the year. Join us at the Gunnison Library at 5 pm on Friday, October 6 for the 28th annual ski and snowboard film "Legend Has It." Come early for prize giveaways from partners like Atomic, Volkl, YETI, Sierra Nevada, […]
Please join us at the Gunnison Library at 6 pm on Wednesday and Thursday, September 27 and 28, for A Community Conversation on Climate: Simple, Serious, and Solvable. Wednesday September 27th at 6pm Colleen Cope: The Science of a Changing Climate Thursday September 28th Bruce Bartleson & Ricardo Vazquez Perales Bruce Bartleson will discuss: Climate […]
Please join us at the Gunnison Library at 6 pm on Wednesday and Thursday, September 27 and 28, for A Community Conversation on Climate: Simple, Serious, and Solvable. Wednesday September 27th at 6pm Colleen Cope: The Science of a Changing Climate Thursday September 28th Bruce Bartleson & Ricardo Vazquez Perales Bruce Bartleson will discuss: Climate […]
Please join us at the Gunnison Library for a movie festival to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! All are invited to join and enjoy these great movies! Popcorn, candy and drinks will be provided. Movies will be shown in Spanish with English subtitles. Movies start at 6 pm. Áònase a nosotros para un festival de cine […]
Join us at the Gunnison Library at 5 pm on Thursday, September 21 for September Crafternoon! For this month's craft we will be customizing a floating glass photo frame with delicate pressed flowers. Bring a small photo to incorporate into your design if you wish! (Frames are 4x3 for reference) Crafternoons are monthly maker-oriented sessions […]
Join us on Thursday, August 29 at 6 pm at the Gunnison Library for an evening with local mushroom expert, Dr. Amy Honan. Dr. Honan will provide an introduction to mushroom identification of common local mushrooms. For more information contact Dr. Honan: [email protected]
Join us on Monday, August 21 at 10 AM for a special storytime with guest reader, local author Julie Stephens. Julie published "Mountain Mutts - Joy's Tale," a charming story of friendships, as seen through the eyes of two beautiful dogs. There are life lessons throughout the story: tolerance, death, sadness, joy, helping others, diversity […]
Please join us on Saturday, August 19 from 2-4 pm at the Gunnison Library for a Bubble Bonanza! Let's send summer out with a bang! Come celebrate with good old fashioned summer fun, from water balloons to a slip-n-slide. Snacks provided, swimsuits recommended. This event is free and open to the public.
Please join us on Saturday, August 5 at the Gunnison Library for a Community Rock & Fossil Day! The day includes: Presentation 10 AM Geology of Gunnison County - Dr. Rob Fillmore - WCU professor of geology Family Friendly Activities 11 AM - 1 PM open sessions Rock, mineral, and fossil identification: Bring your rock, […]
Please join us at the Gunnison Library on Thursday, July 27 at 6 pm for a presentation and discussion about backcountry waste management with local company PACT Outdoors. About PACT: PACT Outdoors creates award-winning all-in-one bathroom kits for outdoor adventures. Designed in Crested Butte, Colorado and tested in all environments, PACT Kits reinvent the backcountry […]
Relax, re-align, and enjoy with the whole family at the Gunnison Library on Tuesday, July 25 for Free Family Yoga! Join certified adult and children's yoga instructor Jessica Noll for an afternoon of thoughtful movement at your local library. Bring your own mat or borrow one of ours. This event will be held outside, weather […]
Join us at the Gunnison Library on Friday, July 21 at 2pm for some good old fashioned fun with musical group, Pint Sized Polka. Let's sing and dance together at the Music & Magic Friendzy! This event is open to music lovers of all ages.
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!
