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.

  • Lighting of the W Party

    Paul M. Rady School 777 E. Georgia Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Join us as we dance through the decades, indulge in delectable food and refreshing drinks, and celebrate the traditional Lighting of the W!

    $15
  • Engineering Expo 2025

    Paul M. Rady School 777 E. Georgia Ave, Gunnison, CO, United States

    Please join us for the Western-CU Boulder Engineering Partnership Program's Engineering Expo, formerly Industry Night, on Thursday April 24, 2025 from 5:30 PM-7:30 PM. This event brings together a diverse community including business owners, engineers, and esteemed alumni from Western and CU Boulder. It's an opportunity to immerse yourself in an evening of connection where […]

    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