August in Gunnison

Get ready for an unforgettable month in Gunnison! With colorful nature and exciting activities, there’s something for everyone. From outdoor adventures to live music that’ll make you dance, this mountain town has it all. Join the summer celebration and make memories to last a lifetime!

August Happenings:

August 2nd – 31st, Ranger’s Choice Talk at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park at 9:30 AM
August 2nd – 31st, Geology Talk at Black Canyon Of The Gunnison National Park at 11:00 AM
August 4th – 6th, Crested Butte Arts Festival at Crested Butte Community School at 12:00 pm – 7:30 pm (Friday), 10:00 am – 5:00 pm (Saturday), 10:00 am – 4:00 pm (Sunday)
August 5th, Community Rock & Fossil Day at Gunnison Library from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
August 6th – 20th, Gunnison Country By Horseback from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm (weekly every Sunday throughout August)
August 14th, Summer 2023 Yoga at Gunnison Library from 9:00 am – 10:00 am
August 15th, August Music Cruise at IOOF Park from 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm
August 17th, August 2023 Crafternoon at Gunnison Library from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
August 17th, Trucker Hats & Titos at Gunnison Arts Center from 6:00 – 9:00 pm
August 26th, Gunnison High Triathlon at Gunnison Recreation Center from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
August 29th, Introduction to Colorado Mushrooms at Gunnison Library from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
August 31st, Field Trip with Gunnison Wildlife Association at Recently Conserved Schutt property from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Music Events:

August 4th, Coal Creek Trio Live At The River Bar at Garlic Mike’s River Bar from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
August 5th, Jim Sargent Live At The River Bar at Garlic Mike’s River Bar from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
August 6th, Tincup Whiskey Presents: Uncle Kracker at I Bar Ranch from 8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
August 8th, Tin Cup Whiskey Presents: Evelyn Roper & Opal Moon at I Bar Ranch from 5:00 pm – 11:30 pm
August 11th, Sam Heart Live At The River Bar at Garlic Mike’s River Bar from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
August 11th, KBUT Kampout Ft. Ozomatli at I Bar Ranch from 5:00 pm – 11:30 pm
August 12th, Casey Falter Live At The River Bar at Garlic Mike’s River Bar from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
August 12th, KBUT Kampout Ft. Roka Hueka & Chala And More at I Bar Ranch from 10:00 am – 11:30 pm
August 18th, Between Drifts Live At The River Bar at Garlic Mike’s River Bar from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
August 19th, Rachel VanSlyke Live At The River Bar at Garlic Mike’s River Bar from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
August 25th, Matt Grant Live At The River Bar at Garlic Mike’s River Bar from 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm


Market Conditions

New listings are up 36%, while under-contracts are up 115%. Months supply of inventory is at 4 (if no new homes came on the market, in 4 months, inventory would be at zero). For those who sat on the sidelines during the 2020 and 2021 frenzy, this is a great time to enter the market. If you are concerned about interest rates, there are many rate buy-down options to make it more affordable.

Gunnison Inventory is shown below:




2023 Crested Butte Arts Festival

Don’t miss the top juried festival in Colorado’s high country! From August 4th to 6th, the Crested Butte Arts Festival brings together 150 talented artists in 12 mediums. Entry fees are $5 for single-day admission or $12 for a full weekend pass. Kids under 12 are Free! Enjoy live performances, kids’ art fun, and delicious food vendors in this charming mountain setting. It’s an art lover’s dream come true! Tap HERE for more details.

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