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.
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Fun Vintage Marketplace fair featuring multiple vendors for two day event. Saturday July 25 and Sunday July 26 in Jorgensen Park, Highway 50, Gunnison. Come find unique and one of a kind treasures! Clothing, Linens, Collectibles, Rusty stuff and more! 9 am - 3 pm both days.
Fun Vintage Marketplace fair featuring multiple vendors for two day event. Saturday July 25 and Sunday July 26 in Jorgensen Park, Highway 50, Gunnison. Come find unique and one of a kind treasures! Clothing, Linens, Collectibles, Rusty stuff and more! 9 am - 3 pm both days.
Join us Friday, July 3rd, for the first-ever Glow over Gunnison at Jorgensen Park from 7 to 9PM. Bring the whole family out for an evening of hot air balloons, food trucks, community fun, and Fourth of July weekend magic. This brand-new event is a beautiful way to kick off Balloon Rally weekend in Gunnison.
Join us for the 2026 Gunnison Balloon Rally, July 3rd through 5th! The weekend kicks off Friday morning with a 6:30AM mass ascension of hot air balloons at Jorgenson Field, followed by the Glow over Gunnison Friday night from 7 to 9PM. On Saturday, July 4th, enjoy a free pancake breakfast at Legion Park starting […]
Bring out your whole family for a day of fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories. Kids will get a FREE fishing pole, there will be plenty of complimentary food to keep you fueled up for the day. This event includes many educational and interactive activities for kids including archery range, casting lessons, boater & campsite safety, […]
Get ready to rev up for the cause as the 30th Anniversary Kyle Petty Charity Ride Across America visits Gunnison, CO on Sunday, May 3! Come out to greet NASCAR's Kyle Petty and other celebrity riders - including Richard Petty, Matt Kenseth, Mike Helton, Clint Bowyer, Ken Schrader, Kenny Wallace, David Ragan, Rutledge Wood, Rick […]
Touring as a family trio, weaves rootsy Americana, folk and rock & roll into a tapestry of tight harmonies and heartfelt sound. Their music stirs the soul with raw beauty, grit and a spirit that dances between light and shadow.
Quarter Mile Mule is a rootsy trio made up of singer-songwriter Chris Coady, guitarist and singer Kevin Doherty, and bassist Brian Camp. With deep ties to the Gunnison Valley and years of playing together, they create heartfelt, uplifting music inspired by place, community, and connection.
Stovetop Gemini is a high-energy, four-piece band from Denver fusing alternative and hard rock with heavy grooves, intricate guitar work, and soaring vocals for a raw, cosmic rock 'n' roll experience.
Meet the Galentines- an all girl indie rock band from Boulder CO. Their music celebrates the complexity of womanhood, capturing all of its challenges and triumphs (medium) while breaking the barriers that define the female experience.
Cole Creek Connection delivers an energetic mix of classic rock, Americana, country covers, and original songs, with tight musicianship and vocal harmonies that get audiences dancing and singing along to their feel-good sound.
The Expanding Minds are a genre bending quartet with jazz influences based out of the Gunnison/Crested Butte Valley.
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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