Gunnison Colorado Events

Gunnison Colorado has many events and activities to enjoy year round. There are many festivals during the year, from River Festivals to Bike races and Fishing Tournaments, Gunnison is full of sporting events and challenges. Colorado Outing will post events up to three months in advance so you can plan ahead. Check with us for some of the interesting things to see and do when you’re in Gunnison. If you’re looking for events on a specific day, use our Colorado Events Calendar in the sidebar.

Growler Gran Fondo and Sage Burner -

When: May 27, 2012 @ 7:30 am – May 28, 2012 @ 12:00 pm

Where: Gunnison to Crested Butte, Gunnison, CO 81230, USA

If you love Colorado bike races, be at the second annual Growler Gran Fondo ride from Gunnison to Crested Butte and back on May 27th at 7:30 am, immediately following the Full-Growler start. This fund-raising ride for Gunnison Country Partners follows Highway 135 North to the four-way stop in Crested Butte. At that point, riders[continue reading...]
Free Kids Fishing & Outdoor Sports Derby -

When: May 26, 2012 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Where: Jorgensen Park, E Tomichi Ave & Teller St, Gunnison,CO 81230, USA

As part of the Gunnison Growler Weekend over Memorial Day, the City of Gunnison is hosting a Kids Fishing & Outdoor Sports Derby on May 26, at Jorgensen Park. Kids up and there also will be an archery range, 22 shooting trailer, educational booths and lunch available, all for free! Make it a family weekend[continue reading...]
Weekend Warriors Outdoors Fishing Tournament -

When: May 19, 2012 – May 20, 2012 (all-day)

Where: Blue Mesa Reservoir, U.S. Route 50 in Illinois, USA

There are now two chances to compete on Blue Mesa Lake in May 2012 with the second annual Weekend Warrior Outdoors and Gunnison Chamber Fishing Tournament on May 19 – 20. A total of 120 spots are available for teams of two (or teams of three including a youth under age 16) fishing for rainbow[continue reading...]
Flavors of Gunnison -

When: April 24, 2012 – April 28, 2012 (all-day)

Where: Gunnison area restaurants, Gunnison, CO 81230, USA

You still have time to visit the "Flavors of Gunnison" which will be held through April 28, 2012. This new culinary event focuses on the stellar dining scene in Gunnison, a college town and county seat, and plays off the incorporation date of 1880. Look for $18.80 dining specials and 18.80 percent off discounts from[continue reading...]
Blue Mesa Lake Fishing Tournament -

When: May 5, 2012 – May 6, 2012 (all-day)

Where: Blue Mesa Reservoir, U.S. Route 50 in Illinois, USA

The Gunnison Kiwanis Club Blue Mesa Lake Fishing Tournament will be held on May 5 – 6, 2012. The Blue Mesa Lake Fishing Tournament, always sells out the 120 team spots available quickly. Make your plans to join the tournament. Teams of two will start at Elk Creek Marina and all species of fish taken[continue reading...]
Gunnison Growler Series Trail Run -

When: April 14, 2012 (all-day)

Where: Hartman Rocks Base Area (4 miles south of), Gunnison, CO 81230, USA

The 2012 Gunnison Growler Series will feature mountain biking and trail running races, and take place mainly on Thursdays. Beginning on Thursday, April 19th and running through September 29, whether you participate or spectate - follow the series of mountain bike races and 5k running races too! As part of the new Growler Series of[continue reading...]
Gunnison Sage-grouse Festival -

When: April 14, 2012 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Where: WSC Campus, Western State College, Gunnison,CO 81230, USA

The 2012 Gunnison Sage-grouse Festival will be held Saturday April 14th at the Western State College Center, and on the roads, trails and sage-covered hills in & around Gunnison. The festival takes place during the sage-grouse lekking season, allowing visitors a rare opportunity to view the birds in person. In addition to seeing the birds,[continue reading...]
January Moonlight Dinner at Magic Meadows Yurt - On January 14, 2012 – When the moon rises bright above Crested Butte the landscape turns into a luminescent wonderland. The snow sparkles, the trees cast their shadows, and the trail lies glistening before you. Only the swishing of your skis breaks the silence. To complete the feeling that you’ve gone through the back of[continue reading...]
Crested Butte Songwriters Festival 2012 - January 13th – 15th, 2012 will be the first Crested Butte Songwriters Festival. This special event will feature performances by several of the best performing songwriters from the world of country music. The festival will have evening performances staged at Crested Butte hot spots, where fans may come to enjoy the live music and get[continue reading...]
Magic Meadows Yurt New Year’s Party - Ring in the New Year with good friends in a spectacular mountain setting at this benefit for the Crested Butte Nordic Council. Join us from 7:00 to 10:00 pm for a four-course dinner or start at 10:30 p.m. for a party. Dinner price includes trail pass, ski or snowshoe rental, beer and wine, live music[continue reading...]