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.

  • EMPATHY PROTOCOL

    Kochevar's Saloon 127 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Local heavy hitting psychedelic rock group, Empathy Protocol, is here to take you to a world of care, joy, dance, and new undiscovered feelings. We welcome all who lead with love first to come express themselves with us. With an empathy protocol, we can pave the way to a better world for all. Music is […]

    Free
  • Julian Young & The She Shaws

    Kochevar's Saloon 127 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Julian Young and The She Shaws will change your expectation of the power of a quartet. Julian will be raging with is voice and bumping bass on his Hammond Organ. Accompanied by local heavy hitters Erin Geye, Conner Shaw, and Dana Shaw, it is sure to be a rowdy time! Anticipate Rock, Soul, and Originals […]

    Free
  • The Staring Contest

    Kochevar's Saloon 127 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    "The Staring Contest"...a tournament of skill... will be held at Kochevar's Saloon on Thursday, February 12 with registration beginning at 6:30 PM. Competitors 21-and-up will stare at each other in a one-on-one bracket-style elimination tournament until a champion emerges. Grudge matches will follow the official tournament. More information is available by calling 515-249-4075.

    $5
  • Easy Jim, Live at Kochevar’s

    Kochevar's Saloon 127 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Easy Jim, Music of the Grateful Dead performs live at Kochevar's in Crested Butte with special guest Willa Emmitt on Friday, January 17th at 7pm! Ticket information can be found at www.easyjimband.net.

    $20

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