April brings the transition from late winter into the quieter mud-season and early spring across Crested Butte & the Gunnison Valley. While the outdoor season winds down in ski areas, art markets, community workshops, and local celebrations blossom across the valley. Below is a day-by-day highlight of featured happenings for April 2026 — perfect for planning your trips, outings, or stay-cation adventures!
Join the fun evening of Trivia Night at Zuni West Brewing!
Bring your friends, test your knowledge, and enjoy great brews while competing for fun prizes. Click here to learn more.
Deadhead Ed’s End of Season Party at the Center for the Arts Crested Butte is a high-energy, community-driven celebration that marks the close of ski season with live music, dancing, and plenty of Grateful Dead–inspired spirit. Click here to learn more.
A behind-the-scenes look at the annual Penguin World Surfing Championship, and its newest participant, up-and-comer Cody Maverick. Click here to learn more.
Join the Museum’s History Book Club for an engaging community discussion with local author George Sibley centered around his book Dragons in Paradise. Click here to learn more.
Celebrate local creativity at the Sunni Gunni Art Market, a vibrant pop-up hosted by the Gunnison Arts Center and curated by local artists! Click here to learn more.
The Crested Butte Nordic Center wraps up its winter season with Closing Day, giving cross-country skiers a final chance to enjoy beautifully groomed trails. Families and friends celebrate the season’s end with camaraderie, fun activities, and scenic Nordic skiing. Click here to learn more.
Make tonite feel special with Date Night at Garlic Mike’s.
Whether you’re celebrating romance, or catching up with a close friend, this is your excuse to slow down and enjoy an elevated Italian dinner in a cozy, intimate setting. Click here to learn more.
After a day carving turns on the mountain or grinding away at work, there’s no better way to unwind than with great food, delicious drinks, and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Click here to learn more.
Falls for Jodie unfolds in the tense months before John Hinckley’s attempt on Ronald Reagan, imagining an unsettling relationship between Hinckley and a Yale-area hotel concierge who becomes wrapped up in his desperate bid to win the attention of a famous child star. Click here to learn more.
Put a delicious Italian spin on the start of the week with a special deal on two house favorites. Click here to learn more.
They’re celebrating the flavors of tradition with a community potluck inspired by Mediterranea: Life-perfected Recipes from Grandmothers of the Mediterranean by Anastasia Miari! Click here to learn more.
Dragons Love Tacos is a playful, fast-paced stage adaptation of the wildly popular children’s book that brings big laughs, bright visuals, and lots of audience-friendly energy. Click here to learn more.
Gunnison Conservation District is excited to partner with the Gunnison CSU Extension Office to bring the Gunnison Wildfire Mitigation Workshop to our community!
Join a half-day workshop focused on wildfire risk, mitigation strategies, and community preparedness. Click here to learn more.
Midweek just got a whole lot more delicious.
Every Wednesday at Garlic Mike’s, enjoy a classic Italian dinner with a little extra to love: buy one entrée and get a second entrée of equal or lesser value for 20% off. Click here to learn more.
From art markets and movie nights to saying farewell to Nordic ski season and cozy creative workshops, April 2026 balances the charm of lingering winter fun with early spring gatherings across Crested Butte & the Gunnison Valley. Keep this list handy as you plan your travels — and remember: more local experiences pop up throughout the season, so stay tuned!