Gunnison Valley Events Calendar

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.

Looking for events this weekend? Browse upcoming happenings below.

  • Art/Science Exchange at Majestic Theatre

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Experience an evening where the logic of science blends with the emotion of art. This free event includes a screening of visual artist Mark Dorf's film Homecoming, followed by an interactive discussion led by Dorf and RMBL scientist Dr. Paul CaraDonna about how the tools we use shape our understanding of the world and how […]

    Free
  • The American Southwest at the Majestic Theater 

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join the Crested Butte Land Trust at the Majestic Theater for a screening of The American Southwest. This film is a wild and unforgettable journey down the mighty Colorado River. Produced by Fin and Fur Films, you won't want to miss this special screening.

    free
  • Pride Film

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    This year's pride film is a secret... but it's an Oscar-nominated, multi-award winning documentary. Facing an incurable diagnosis, two poet lovers embark on a poignant yet unexpectedly humorous exploration of love, mortality, and life's moments

    Free
  • Food & Film

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Free movie night! Join Mountain Roots and the community on Saturday, May 16th at the Majestic Theatre in Crested Butte for a screening of Food, Inc. 2, a powerful film exploring the future of our food system, corporate agriculture, and the urgent need to prioritize health over profit. After the film, stay for a discussion […]

    free
  • The Man Who Saves The World? Premiere

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    We are pleased to share that The Man Who Saves the World, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Gabe Polsky, is coming to Crested Butte for a special screening on March 21st at The Majestic Theatre. We invite you and your community to join us and explore a collaboration aligned with the film's message and your organization's […]

    $14.00
  • Free Movie Night at the Majestic

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    The Gunnison Valley Producers Guild is excited to host a free showing of Inhabit: a Permaculture Perspective at the Majestic Theater on March 14th! Join us to meet local producers and learn about local agriculture before an amazing film showcasing the power of a permaculture and a reminder that humans are capable of being planetary […]

    Free
  • The Man Who Saves The World? Screening

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    We're excited to share that The Man Who Saves the World?, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Gabe Polsky, is coming to Crested Butte for two special community screenings on March 8 and March 21 at the Majestic Theater. This isn't just a film screening - it's a community gathering. And we would truly love for you […]

    $14
  • PBS Frontline: Sick Around the World

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Curious about universal health care systems and how they work? This free film documents journalist and author T.R. Reid's firsthand experiences with other health care systems across the globe. He will lead a discussion following the film and we are very fortunate to have him visiting the Gunnison Valley.

    Free
  • 21st Annual Backcountry Film Festival

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Calling all winter enthusiasts! The 21st Annual Backcountry Film Festival returns to Crested Butte at the Majestic Theater on Friday, December 12 at 6:30 PM. Get your tickets today, you won't want to miss this this year's curated collection of short films.

    $10 – $20
  • HBD, HP! FREE movie at the Majestic

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Join us at 3:30 pm at the Majestic Theater in Crested Butte on Friday, August 1 for a FREE showing of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. This screening is a celebration of the Six Points Book Club, who recently read the epic first book of the Harry Potter series. Costumes encouraged! 2001 | Rated […]

    free
  • FREE Movie Night – Harry Potter 4

    Majestic Theatre 507 Red Lady Avenue, Crested Butte, CO, United States

    Free movie night at the Majestic. Come watch Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire!

    FREE

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