Great Crested Butte Lodging

June 28- Labor Day--- The River Bar at Garlic Mike's - Right next to the Gunnison-Happy Hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
River Bar Menu
Dog friendly-as long as it’s owners and pets are.
Food, Wine, Beer, Cocktails
NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL, FOOD OR DRINK MAY BE BROUGHT TO GARLIC MIKE’S
Consider taking the FREE RTA bus to the Tall Texan stop and walk about 75 yards to the River Bar.
Live music every Friday and Saturday from 5:30pm to 8:30pm.

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July =Crested Butte Clay Studio! so many classes for kids 9+ and for adults!!! check the schedule they do a great great job.

July 4!!! - Great 4th of July Festivities in Crested Butte,-at 11:00 a.m.

Expect funky, fun and good-natured laughter as people line Crested Butte's Elk Avenue at least four deep to take in the spectacle of the July 4th parade. Stick around downtown for live music, a food court, face painting  and old-fashioned games. The 2nd Annual Slip & Slide Party/BBQ is happing! Come out for the best party of the summer. Get ready to slip, slide and BBQ. Please bring beverages and items to grill.

July 4 = Mt. Crested Butte 4th of July Fireworks - 4-10 p.m.

July 4 = 4th of July Gothic Trail Run-Come run the 4th of July Gothic Trail Run race in Crested Butte

July 5-- Live Music is on Tap at the Public House!--
202 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO

July 5,11-  Crested Butte Mountain Runners

Different courses, different times. Check the schedule!

Sundays on Elk- Crested Butte Farmers' Market, Elk Ave and 1st Street, between 9 a.m. to 2 pm.

July 7, 14, 21, 28- Summer Classics in the Courtyard Free Live Music-Join in every other Tuesday for live music in the Feldberg East Courtyard lounge. From classical to jazz and bluegrass, enjoy intimate live performances over cocktails from the Black Dragon Bar, with stunning summer views. 5:30-7:30 p.m.

July 2, 16, 23, 25- Summer Concert Series at the I Bar Ranch - Great Summer Music Events at the IBar ranch! Summer concerts at the Ibar Ranch in Gunnison! 5:30 p.m.850 County Road 49, Gunnison. Burgers and Brews.

July 6, 13, 20, 27- Alpenglow (Free Outdoor Concerts) Crested Butte Center for the Arts

Alpenglow is the Center for the Arts free outdoor concert series on Monday evenings during the summer. With Crested Butte Mountain and Paradise Divide as the backdrop, come enjoy the sounds of a variety of music. Bring along your chairs, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. Join friends and family as we enjoy the best that summer in Crested Butte has to offer. Please leave your pets at home.

July 15-18 - check out the offerings at the Mallardi Theater!

July - CBMR Summer Race Series - Friday night downhill mountain bike race on the mountain, followed by after party and awards - so fun to watch from the firepit at the base.

July 10-19-Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, Crested Butte

The mission of the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival is to advocate for the preservation and appreciation of wildflowers. 

This festival began in 1986 through the efforts of a few insightful Crested Butte locals who envisioned a wildflower celebration in one of the most picturesque valleys in Colorado. The Festival has grown into a summer-long season of events with over 300 events offered by over 60 instructors, tour guides and volunteers.

Come to Crested Butte to enjoy the beautiful scenery and don’t forget to bring your camera!! Throughout the festival, there will be an array of activities to please everyone. You can choose from 4x4 & van tours, hikes, art classes, birding & butterflies, botany & medicinal lectures, edibles, garden tours, walks, photography classes and much more!  

For a complete schedule of events please visit www.crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.com.

July 10-- Live Music is on Tap at the Public House!--
202 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO

July 11 = Land Trust Gala-- from 5:30 p.m.

The 8th Annual Crested Butte Land Trust Gala presented by Margery Feldberg and Jeremy Levin will commemorate a landmark achievement: the conservation of Red Lady, one of the Gunnison Valley’s most beloved landscapes. This year’s gala, held at Big Mine Ice Arena in Crested Butte, promises to be a unique opportunity to honor this extraordinary accomplishment. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
5:30 pm Doors Open;
6:30 pm Dinner and Live Auction;
Dress Code: Mountain Chic with a splash of red

July 12= Feast in the Field - This annual farm to table event hosted by Mountain Roots Food Project is an opportunity to celebrate the flavors of the season at Red Dog Ranch

July - Yoga in the Garden - Every Wednesday thru the summer June 28- September 27 -join the town of Mt. Cb for an hour of free yoga with instructors from the CB Yoga Co-op. 12-1 p.m.

July 9, 10, 11---Gunnison Cattlemen's Days, Gunnison

The Gunnison Valley celebrates its western way of life with annual demonstrations of roping, racing and riding skills.  

July 11 - Grin and Bear it Trail Run! 9:00 a.m. Get tickets

For three decades The Grin & Bear It hasstood as Crested Butte’s oldest trail challenge,
historically run as an out-and-back sprint from Town, to Green Lake and back.

July 13-18 = Crested Butte Wine and Food Festival at the Center for the Arts! Schedule

The 2026 Crested Butte Wine and Food Festival, is scheduled for July 13-18 and the Center’s state-of-the-art building will showcase as headquarters for many of the events. Enlighten your senses with intimate winemaker's dinners, the Crested Butte Grand Tasting, VIP lounge with highly rated wines, and a wide range of educational seminars for the novice and connoisseur alike.
The Crested Butte Wine and Food Festival is an annual fundraiser for the Crested Butte Center for the Arts, the premier visual and performing arts venue in the region. For over 30 years, the Center has been dedicated to providing arts and cultural experiences that inspire and entertain all audiences, whether they call Crested Butte home every day or just for the weekend.

July 18 - Crested Butte Wine and Food Festival- Grand Tasting 3-6 p.m.-Join us for the Wine + Food Festival’s centerpiece event, the Grand Tasting! Sip your way through over 200+ wines, delectable chef-prepared bites, and top-notch spirits while you enjoy music, outdoor festivities, and art, all under one roof.

The Grand Tasting VIP | $175-Enjoy early entry and an elevated Grand Tasting experience designed exclusively for VIP guests. Sip exceptional wines and spirits with more room to roam, connect directly with makers and chefs, and savor the festival’s most iconic event at its most relaxed and indulgent.

The Grand Tasting | $95 --The ultimate Wine + Food Festival playground, the Grand Tasting is your chance to sip, snack, and socialize your way through an all-star lineup of wines, spirits, and bites. Wander at your own pace, discover new favorites, soak up mountain views, and enjoy the lively buzz that makes this the most joyful, can’t-miss moment of High Alpine Summer.

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July 9, 10, 23, 24- CBMR Summer Race Series - Thursday and Friday nights downhill mountain bike race on the mountain, followed by after party and awards - so fun to watch from the firepit at the base.

July - Caddis Cup (fly fishing tournament) Presented by the Crested Butte Land Trust

Postponed till 2027 due to light snowpack

July 19 = The Grand Tasting - 3-6 pm.-Join us for the Wine + Food Festival’s centerpiece tasting event and taste your way through over 200+ wines, delectable chef-prepared bites, and top notch spirits while you enjoy music, outdoor festivities, and art, all under one roof. Full Schedule

.July 26 - CBMR Summer Race Series - Friday night downhill mountain bike race on the mountain, followed by after party and awards - so fun to watch from the firepit at the base.

July 25 - Living journeys Summit Hike and Half-Marathon, Crested Butte Mountain Resort

July 26-- Live Music is on Tap at the Public House!--
202 Elk Ave, Crested Butte, CO

Robin Dreyfuss 954-610-2000
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