Summer officially kicks off in Crested Butte this June, and the calendar is bursting with events that capture the town’s adventurous and creative soul! From the GVC3 Free Film Festival at the Majestic Theatre to the Historic Elk Avenue Walking Tours, there’s a perfect blend of culture, history, and high-altitude fun. Outdoor lovers can dive into rafting adventures on the Taylor River or join a scenic Float ‘n Dine experience with Garlic Mike’s, while families will love storytime at the Old Rock Library and lively Kids Yoga classes at Thrive.
As the wildflowers start to color the hillsides, Crested Butte buzzes with local flavor, music, and unforgettable experiences. Whether you’re casting a line during a Walk & Wade Fishing trip, stargazing at the Gunnison Valley Observatory’s Premier Astronomy Night, or simply savoring Taco Tuesday at Tully’s, June is packed with reasons to get out and celebrate. Get ready for a month of sunshine, smiles, and pure mountain magic — Crested Butte style!
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The GVC3 Film Festival, now in its 2nd annual year, is a free film festival featuring indie and local films. The festival is held at The Majestic. Click here to learn more.
Thrive Yoga Crested Butte hosts engaging children’s mindfulness programming led by Ms. Jess and The Mindful Toolbox, offering classes, camps, and kids yoga parties that empower children—typically ages 2-9—to connect with their breath, understand their emotions, and develop lifelong mindfulness tools. Click here to learn more.
Western Athletics is back again this summer to provide a unique summer camp opportunity to youth in the Gunnison Valley!
This state-licensed camp will take place on the Western Colorado University campus and is specially designed for children ages 5-12. Click here to learn more.
Crested Butte became a registered National Historic District in 1974 to preserve our distinctive buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Click here to learn more.
This is the most popular rafting trip. With plenty of whitewater, this trip will get you wet!
Everyone in the boat paddles while the guides give the commands. It is great fun and no experience is necessary. Minimum age is 12 years old. There may be exceptions depending on the time of year and water levels. Click here to learn more.
Join the Storytime from 10-10:45 am at the Crested Butte Library as you practice school readiness skills through stories, games, and songs. Click here to learn more.
Trips include all guide, flies, rod/reel and waders (if needed) and lunch on full day trips.
• Half Day Wade: 8:30 am & 12:30 pm Meet Times (3 hour duration).
• Full Day Wade: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.
Gratuity, license and other food/tackle purchases are additional. Customary gratuity is 20% of trip cost. Click here to learn more.
Explore the history and geology of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison with Geologist Steve Jenkins and Historian Duane Vandenbusche.
You all meet in Gunnison at 8am. Duane and Steve will go over their topics for the day and will head out in the van to make stops along the way. Click here to learn more.
Trips include all guide, flies, rod/reel and waders (if needed) and lunch on full day trips.
• Half Day Float: 8:00 am, 12:00 pm & 4:00 pm Meet Times (3 hour duration).
• Full Day Float: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Gratuity, license and other food/tackle purchases are additional. Customary gratuity is 20% of trip cost. Click here to learn more.
Come to the Crested Butte Museum for a lecture and slideshow by Dr. Duane Vandenbusche exploring the towns and locations that were lost to Blue Mesa Reservoir when the dam was built. Click here to learn more.
Enjoy the area’s only river dinner cruise – Rocky Mountain style! Start out at Three Rivers Resort and enjoy a scenic float trip on the Gunnison River to Garlic Mike’s Restaurant.
Then get ready to dine on a delicious Italian dinner. You will receive the float trip plus a voucher for up to $55 per adult and $25 per child 8-10 yrs old to be spent for dinner at Garlic Mike’s. Click here to learn more.
If you’re looking for a casual dinner, and not feeling like driving, then the BBQ Cruise is a great alternative to the Garlic Mike’s Float and Dine.
Start out at Three Rivers Resort and enjoy a 10-mile scenic float trip on the Gunnison River before dining at the Three Rivers Smokehouse. Click here to learn more.
This is the most popular rafting trip. With plenty of whitewater, this trip will get you wet!
Everyone in the boat paddles while the guides give the commands. It is great fun and no experience is necessary.
Minimum age is 12 years old. There may be exceptions depending on the time of year and water levels. Click here to learn more.
This scenic float trip is a mild ride with just a few ripples along the way.
It is a great option for families with young children or for anyone who would rather float than paddle.
The guides do all the work using an oar frame so you just sit back and enjoy the ride, however, paddle trips may be requested. No experience is necessary. Click here to learn more.
Enjoy a small group experience at the observatory including viewing the cosmos through the iconic 30” telescope and a talk by local astronomer Dr. Suzanne Taylor.
Talk begins at 9:30 PM followed by dome viewing. Click here to learn more.
Enjoy an extended viewing experience of the cosmos through the iconic 30” telescope.
With a limited number of guests and more time with the telescope, this evening provides a truly deluxe experience. Click here to learn more.
Grateful Drag is the world’s first Grateful Dead tribute band in drag—an all-star collective of queer and allied East Nashville talent, rocking full wigs and full face for a good cause.
Fronted by a powerhouse harmony trio of Berthas and backed by an all-Bertha band, BERTHA has captured the hearts of Deadheads everywhere. Click here to learn more.
5 Days, 4 Nights with Colorado State Historian Duane Vandenbusche
Join The Crested Butte Museum for a five-day journey throughout the “Colorado Gold and Silver Triangle” for a tour exploring historic and geologic sites with historian Duane Vandenbusche and geologist Steve Jenkins.
Learn about mining, the landscapes, and more on this educational tour that visits Leadville, Georgetown, Blackhawk, Estes Park, Rocky Mountain National Park, Marble and many sites in between. Click here to learn more.
Alpenglow is back and better than ever in 2025. Join the Center for Arts in Crested Butte for the 33rd summer of your free, community concert series.
Rain or shine, music starts in Town Park at 5:30. Bring a chair, a blanket, and your dancing shoes! Local food vendors and a bar will be available at every concert to create the perfect picnic. Click here to learn more.
This annual festival is a family friendly, river themed, art, recreation and education celebration, with a host of rafting, kayaking, SUPing, surfing and spectator opportunities for all. Click here to learn more.
Enjoy a family-friendly astronomy talk by one of the knowledgeable volunteers followed by viewing through a variety of small outside telescopes (weather permitting). Click here to learn more.
Join the Gunnison River Festival on Saturday, June 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Gunnison Whitewater Park!
There will be music, vendors, free clinics, spectator events, kid activities, art, food. This event is free. Click here to learn more.
Learn the names of common Wildflowers while discussing applicable Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (RMBL) research connections and natural history with a Visitor Center staff. Click here to learn more.
Director: Chris Miller Run Time: 90 min. Rating: PG Release Year: 2011
Starring: Amy Sedaris, Antonio Banderas, Billy Bob Thornton, Salma Hayek Pinault, Zach Galifianakis. Click here to learn more.
Join the billy barr community center at 6:00 a.m. for a light breakfast. At 6:20 a.m. You will break up into smaller groups and then walk to the birding areas.
Birding typically goes all morning, though people are welcome to leave at any time (things usually slow down around 11 a.m.).
A free lunch will be provided at noon for those that wish to stay around.
You can decide to come last minute, but you are encouraged to RSVP so as to manage numbers. Click here to learn more.
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