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.
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Join us for a special day celebrating the history of the Crested Butte Ski Area with Andy Eflin, son of founder Dick Eflin After a day of skiing, head to the Elevation Hotel Ballroom at 4:00pm for an engaging slideshow presentation featuring rare photos, early promotional footage, and stories from the very beginning, including how […]
$10 – $15
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Opera Colorado brings the magic of opera to Crested Butte with a stunning performance showcasing powerful voices, timeless stories, and unforgettable music. Full of sentimental pirates, blundering policemen, absurd adventures, and improbable paradoxes, experience Gilbert and Sullivan's hilarious farce! The story follows the misadventures of young Frederic, an orphan apprenticed to a raucous band of […]
$25
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Join us for an afternoon of skiing with RMBL docents and educators at Crested Butte Mountain Resort (CBMR)! Learn how geology and snowpack trends shape Crested Butte as a premier ski destination - and how spring runoff transforms the mountain into a wildflower paradise. The group will explore intermediate "blue" terrain off the Paradise, Painter […]
Free-Must RSVP
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Wrap up the ski day at our exciting Apres-Ski Party from 3:30 - 5:30 PM, hosted at Butte 66. Join us after a day on the slopes to relax, connect, and celebrate the Western spirit with drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and live music! Open to all alumni, students, parents/family, faculty, staff and community!
$10
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Saturday, February 7th | 4:00 - 7:00 PM Celebrate friendship and creativity this Pal-entine's Day with three talented local artists! Shana Vogel will guide participants in creating sparkling resin Valentine's pieces. Sarah Sharsmith will lead a cozy session making felted hearts, and Dani Vitulli will teach participants how to craft hand-carved and printed Valentine's cards. […]
$65
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Start your day with our Breakfast in the Backcountry. Check-in at the CB Nordic Center at 9 AM to pick up your trail pass and free rental gear. From there, you will take a scenic cross-country ski or snowshoe trek to CB Nordic's charming yurt. Enjoy delicious breakfast, mimosas and breathtaking views, with free rentals […]
$10
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Step onto the dance floor with confidence! This beginner-friendly class introduces the fundamentals of classic ballroom styles like the waltz, foxtrot, and swing. Learn basic steps, partner connection, and rhythm in a fun, supportive environment. No experience necessary & singles and couples welcome! Instructor: Nora Grant Tuition: $80/Individual Non-member, $68/Individual member. $160/Couples Non-member, $136/Couples member
$80 – $160
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Join us at the Gunnison Library at 6pm on Thursday, February 12, for an author talk with local writer C. William Langsfeld. In his new book Salvation, local author C. William Langsfeld explores an emotionally charged Western noir set in a small rural Colorado town locked in winter and crisis. After Tom Horak murders his […]
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Please join us on this special evening to meet the artists & support your local public galleries.
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JOIN KBUT & Marty The Dragon for our Mardi Gras Parade... Fat Tuesday, February 17th, 2026 (Lineup @ 4:20pm) **Parade Begins @ 5pm** Event Address: Krewes/Floats will line up @ The North Side of 7th & Elk, CB Deadline to sign up: Monday, February 16th, 2026 Direct Questions: [email protected] ***$CASH$ PURSE FOR BEST FLOAT*** *** […]
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Join Colorado historian Duane Vadenbusche for an engaging lecture and slideshow about the history of Camp Hale. FREE Camp Hale was a high-altitude U.S. Army training facility built in 1942 in central Colorado for the elite 10th Mountain Division. Located between Red Cliff and Leadville, soldiers trained there in alpine and Nordic skiing, mountaineering, and […] |
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Join us at RMBL 365 for a relaxed and engaging book club gathering alongside co-host Townie Books! RMBL Reads is dedicated to science, place, and the stories that shape our understanding of the environment. We'll come together to discuss this month's read, share insights, ask questions, and enjoy good conversation with fellow readers. Whether you've […]
Free
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Join us for a shared table potluck inspired by Recipes from the American South by Michael W. Twitty! This cookbook is a rich celebration of Southern foodways, weaving history, culture, and flavor into every dish. From soulful sides to comforting mains, these recipes invite us to honor tradition while sharing in the joy of a […]
$25
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Move the Butte is a community dance production that features diverse dance styles performed by over 140 local Crested Butte and Gunnison Valley adults. The show serves our entire community as a supportive, inclusive, and safe environment as well as an opportunity for dancers to perform on stage. This production showcases many dance styles such […]
$20 – $40
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Discover how RMBL's Youth Program is introducing students to snow science through hands-on winter exploration with Katie Lawn. Then, hear from RMBL Research Support Specialist, Amanda Henderson, about the CHESS campaign-Colorado Headwaters Ecological Spectroscopy Survey-and how snowpack measurements help drive critical watershed research. Space is Limited - Please RSVP on our website to reserve your […]
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This winter, RMBL is hosting Apres Science, a cozy series of living-room style talks that bring RMBL's science, research, education, and community together under one roof. These intimate gatherings offer a rare chance to hear directly from the scientists who shape our understanding of mountain ecosystems - and to connect with neighbors, friends, and fellow […]
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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!
