Great Crested Butte Lodging

Jan. 1 -CBFF presents: The Best Short Films of the 2019 Crested Butte Film Festival

- 7:00 p.m.

Jan. 2 - Boom Box at the Center for the Arts. 7:30 p.m.-

A little house, a little blues, a little funk, a little rock, and a whole lot of soul blast through BoomBox. A heavy groove designed to make you move, BoomBox is the electronic work of songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Zion Rock Godchaux

Jan. 3 - The Motet at the Center for the Arts 8:00 p.m.

Unity starts on the dance floor. It is there Denver septet The Motet exudes an energetic mélange of boisterous badass funk, swaggering soul, and thought-provoking pop. Thriving on triggering this purest form of energy on the planet – that of grinding and grooving in unison – The Motet generates friction, sparks and light. Since 1998, the boys have cooked up nine full-length albums (including their 2019 Death or Devotion) and entranced countless crowds with annual sell outs of the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheater. With funk as the common ground, each member of The Motet brings their own inspirational piece to the puzzle.

Jan. 3,4,18,25- Yurt Dinner - When the full moon rises, the Magic Meadows turn into a luminescent wonderland, with our back-country yurt nestled right in the middle.  There, you can enjoy one of our gourmet yurt dinners; a five course meal in a spectacular setting.

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Jan. 6 - 12th night Bonfire! Burning up the Xmas trees! Drop off 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tree bonfire at the 4 way stop at 5:30-7:30 p.m.!

Jan. 7 - Creativity & Cocktails: Drinking and Painting!

Creativity & Cocktails Series
Experiment with all kinds of art in this fun and approachable series of rotating instructors and topics. Each workshop comes with a thematic cocktail for those 21 and older. Bring your friends!
Location: The Art Studio at 111 Elk Avenue.
5 – 7 pm

Jan. 11 - Movie Night at the Museum!

For the first time, we will be showing the Mountain Family Robinson! This adventure film was shot at Irwin in the 1979!
WHEN: January 11, 2020 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
WHERE: Crested Butte Mountain Heritage Museum
COST: 5

Jan. 18 - Artwalk: Grab a map and stroll through Crested Butte’s Elk Avenue galleries.  Stop by the Art Studio and meet our artists, enjoy a snack or a glass of wine, and browse our showing of local artwork.  Strolling is free, art is available for purchase.  5:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Jan. 15 - Wine Wednesdays Tasting Series
Expand your palate as you experience the subtleties and intricacies of wine in this three-part series, curated and presented by Sommelier Aaron Tomcak of Mountain Spirits Liquors. Travel to Spain, Oregon and Italy throughout these laid-back classes, learning how to describe a wine’s taste and smell; how to judge a wine’s color, aroma, flavor and body; and the meaning of such wine concepts as dryness, acidity, fruitiness, tannins, varietals and vintages. Price includes heavy appetizers from Chef Tim Egelhoff and tasting flights of 4 – 6 wines. Series Location: The Center King Community Room.
Instructor: Mountain Spirits Liquors Sommelier + Owner Aaron Tomcak
Cost: $45 per class - 5:30 – 7:30

January 16-18: Mountain High Music Festival -The Mountain High Music Festival will proudly present a diverse lineup of the world's best performers along with the most buzzed about, up-and-coming talent for an eclectic mix of mile-high musical performances.
Presented by Dean Dillon, the Mountain High Music Fest will offer patrons the opportunity to listen to the hottest songwriters whose songs come to life with their phenomenal talent and hear the legendary BMI Icon, Dean Dillon, who helped skyrocket the king of country Music, George Strait, into stardom.
Building on last year’s successful event, this year’s festival will once again raise money and awareness for Tough Enough To Wear Pink and the Adaptive Sports Center, by showcasing the faces, voices, and stories behind some of today’s biggest hit songs. Fans and songwriters will swap stories and mingle in a series of full-band, casual, and intimate performances set against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Crested Butte.
Concerts will be held Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights in the Lodge at Mountaineer Square ballroom at 7 pm.

Jan. 16 -Watercolor and Wine - Enjoy a cathartic and educational painting experience. A great way to wind down after hitting the slopes, gain skills in watercolor painting ranging from basic washes to different kinds of masking, while exploring composition and color. Each session revolves around the creation of a single image, differing each session. Enjoy a glass of wine (or two), while you paint. These classes are designed to suite all skill levels – bracing beginners for a fun hobby, or refreshing professionals in a pressure-free environment. Your course fee covers instruction, materials and a glass of wine – though you are welcome to purchase additional drinks. All skill levels welcome. Ages 21+; come alone or bring your friends! Location: The Art Studio at 111 Elk Avenue.

Instructor: Karen Hill
Monthly on Thursdays - 4 – 6 pm | $50 per session

Jan. 23 - Center for the Arts: Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers – Damn the Torpedoes by Classic Albums Live

Jan. 24-26 - Fat Bike World Championships -

The fifth annual Fat Bike World Championships will be held in Crested Butte, Colorado. The weekend of events will showcase all thing fat including multiple races, vendor showcase, demos, free beer, food, and a lot of give aways.

Jan. 31 - Alley Loop Pub Ski!- 5- 10 pm

PUB WHAT? - The Pub Ski is a pub crawl on skis! With Crested Butte’s main drag – Elk Avenue closed down and groomed with snow, competitors ski between participating venues in this novel “ski” competition.

Elk Street Nordic Skiing Crested Butte
HOW? - You’ll answer trivia, undertake a challenge, or do something plain nutty to earn points on your scorecard at each bar.  Be sure to wear a costume to receive bonus pub points! The highest point earners will be awarded with illustrious Pub Ski Champion prizes.

Jan. 31 - HEALTHY COOKING WITH CANNIBIS!!!- 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Cannabis curious? Venture into new frontiers by learning how to safely, effectively and delectably infuse cannabis into healthy and delicious dishes. Imagine a Mexican pork entrée spiced with cinnamon, fresh orange and an orange kush cannabis-infused olive oil. How about a creamy lemon curd dessert paired with bright infusions of lemon kush? Enjoy a luscious infused meal at the conclusion of the class. Price includes the meal you make in class and adult beverages.
Location: At the private home of Theresa and Ian Schaul in Crested Butte.
Instructor: Montanya Distillers Executive Chef Rose Reyes
Cost: $70 ----When: Friday, January 31 ----5:30 – 7:30 pm

Robin Dreyfuss 954-610-2000
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