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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.

Farm and Garden Poetry Slam

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Welcome to the Farm and Garden Poetry Slam, where the beauty of nature meets the power of spoken word! Join us for an evening celebrating the rhythms of the earth and the creativity of our community. Whether you're an avid poet or simply appreciate the art of storytelling, this is your opportunity to share your […]

Donation

White Rabbit, Red Rabbit by Nassim Soleimanpour

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

ANNOUNCING the next production of our season to hit the stage: White Rabbit, Red Rabbit by Nassim Soleimanpour. We will have five performances up-valley at The Mallardi Cabaret Theatre featuring Andrew Hadley (March 13th), Paul Edwards (March 14th), Mary Tuck (March 15th), Regina TaFoya (March 16th), and Cindy Petito (March 17th). And down-valley at Western […]

$25

KWSB Spring Formal

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Join us to celebrate spring in the valley! Each ticket includes dinner, 2 free drinks (for 21+), and for the first 130 people, a free KWSB glass! Formal dress is encouraged but not required. Tickets are $15 until March 8th! Go to KWSB.org or find us on Instagram @KWSB91.1 for more information!

$20

White Rabbit, Red Rabbit by Nassim Soleimanpour

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

ANNOUNCING the next production of our season to hit the stage: White Rabbit, Red Rabbit by Nassim Soleimanpour. We will have five performances up-valley at The Mallardi Cabaret Theatre featuring Andrew Hadley (March 13th), Paul Edwards (March 14th), Mary Tuck (March 15th), Regina TaFoya (March 16th), and Cindy Petito (March 17th). And down-valley at Western […]

$25

SonofaGunn 2024

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Everyone's favorite SonofaGunn is back this year with a mash-up of the famous board game Clue and the fan favorite 90's movie Clueless! Join us for a night of entertainment and non-stop laughter! This year's 34th annual performance will be at Taylor Auditorium at Western Colorado University and will return to the freshly remodeled GAC […]

SonofaGunn 2024

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Everyone's favorite SonofaGunn is back this year with a mash-up of the famous board game Clue and the fan favorite 90's movie Clueless! Join us for a night of entertainment and non-stop laughter! This year's 34th annual performance will be at Taylor Auditorium at Western Colorado University and will return to the freshly remodeled GAC […]

Gunnison Trails 9th Annual Winter Blast!

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

The temps are cold, the days are short, but we've got singletrack on the mind! Come celebrate the release of winter alongside our incredible trail community at Gunnison Trails' 9th Annual Winter Blast presented by Bluebird Real Estate! We'll be celebrating another winter season of grooming trails at Hartman Rocks and sharing our plans for […]

$35,

Sonofagunn 2024

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Sonofagunn 2024 presents Clueless, a murder mystery. Thursday-Saturday Feb 22, 23, 24, 30th March 1 & 2nd. Thursday night show is $25 and Friday and Saturday shows are $30. Doors open at 7.

$25 – $30

5 Points Film Festival

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

5 Points Film Festival brings to the valley a custom reel of raw, moving films to inspire and move you as you glide through winter.

$20

5 Point Adventure Film Festival

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Stories of adventure that have the power to ignite positive change in our communities and our world. These adventure stories inspire communities to live by 5 points: Purpose, Respect, Commitment, Humility and Balance.

$10 – $15

Student Film Night

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Join the CALL Department and Mountaineer Media for a night of student films! On Wednesday, January 24th at 6 PM at the University Center Theater there will be a screening of student work from fall 2023 production courses taught by film faculty, Morgan Raspanti and Julian Rubinstein. Admission is free. The screening will be approximately […]

FREE

Blister Speaker Series

Western Colorado University 600 N. Adams St., Gunnison

Before this season, Courtney Dauwalter was already established as one of the greatest runners of all time. But this year, she accomplished the seemingly impossible by winning-in the span of 10 weeks-the Western States 100, Hardrock 100, and UTMB. Come hear Courtney talk about her astonishing season, her approach to life, training, and competition, ask […]

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

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