July 2025 in Crested Butte

By Newsletters July 2, 2025
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July in Crested Butte

July in Crested Butte is my favorite time of year. The wildflowers are unreal, the trails are perfect, and something fun is always happening. Parades, live music, fireworks, good food. Summer doesn’t get better than this. Read on to see what’s happening around town this month.

July Happenings:

July 2nd,Tony’s Speakeasy: A Black and White Affair at Crested Butte Museum from 6:00 - 10:00

July 3rd,Mt. CB Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks at CBMR. Live music, family fun, and fireworks lighting up the mountain—summer kicks off with a bang in Mt. Crested Butte!

July 4th, Crested Butte’s 4th Of July. A full day of pancakes, parades, live music, and a town-wide water fight that turns Elk Avenue into a splash zone.

July 9th, RMBL Presents: Gothic Artists in Residence Talk and Discussion at Majestic Theater at 6:30

July 10th, 2025 Arts Ball at Center for the Arts at 5:00. One of the most vibrant nights of the summer. Expect bold colors, live performances, great food, and an auction full of once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

July 11th to 20th, Wildflower Festival. Ten days of hikes, art, and hands-on workshops in the Wildflower Capital of Colorado. It’s the best way to experience Crested Butte in full bloom!

July 12th, Crested Butte Land Trust Gala at Big Mine Ice Arena at 5:30. An evening to celebrate the conservation of Red Lady with good food, great company, and a cause close to every local’s heart.

July 12th, Grin & Bear It at CB Nordic from 7:00 - 3:00. A local classic with tough trails, big views, and a new mountain bike race for those ready to test their legs.

July 12th - 13th, Downhill Rockies at CBMR. A full weekend of fast descents, tight turns, and serious bike stoke on some of CB’s best downhill trails.

July 13th to 20th, Wine + Food Festival. A local’s favorite summer tradition! Great wine, incredible food, and the chance to taste your way through town with chefs, winemakers, and fellow food lovers.

July 19th, The Grand Tasting at Big Mine Ice Arena from 3:00 - 6:00

July 25th, 80s Retro Revolution Dance Party at Big Mine Ice Arena from 6:00 - 10:00. Lace up your skates, throw on some neon, and get ready to dance the night away to 80s hits with KBUT at this totally rad community party.

Live Music

July 1st, Summer Classics in the Courtyard: Hot Tub Jazz at Center for the Arts at 5:30

July 2nd, Dakoda Tagg at A Bar Above. A Bar Above has 16 live music nights in the month of July. Click here for their full schedule.

July 7th, Alpenglow Concert Series at Center for the Arts from 5:30 - 7:30. Recurring every Monday until August 11th.

July 8th, Summer Classics in the Courtyard: Gypsy Jazz Social Club at Center for the Arts at 5:30

July 9th,Live! From Mt. Crested Butte: Hadeon Eon at CBMR at 5:00. Recurring every Wednesday until August 13th.

July 13th, Wild Rumours – A Fleetwood Mac Experience at Center for the Arts at 8:00

July 15th, Summer Classics in the Courtyard: Rhythm Future Quartet at Center for the Arts at 5:30

July 17th, The PettyBreakers – Tribute to Tom Petty at Center for the Arts at 8:00

July 18th, Eric Benny Bloom and the Honkytonk All Stars at Public House at 9:00

July 22nd, Summer Classics in the Courtyard: Summer Winds at Center for the Arts at 5:30

July 29th, Summer Classics in the Courtyard: The CopyCat Concert at Center for the Arts at 5:30

For the full list of summer activities in the Gunnison Valley, click HERE.

Market Conditions

Compared to June of last year, the single-family homes saw a notable increase in new listings while sales held steady. We are still seeing demand and homes priced correctly are selling quickly. With the increased inventory, buyers have more choices and more leverage in today’s market.

In the condo and townhome market, new listings were also up, but the number of sales dropped. Even so, year to date, prices have increased. Days on market increased significantly, suggesting buyers are taking more time to make decisions. Overall, more options are becoming available across both segments, which is good news for those still looking for a mountain home.

Crested Butte Inventory is shown below:


Biggest Small Town 4th of July Parade

Celebrate the Fourth with Crested Butte’s one-of-a-kind parade, featuring floats, classic cars, and plenty of local flair. Afterward, head to Big Mine Arena for the annual water fight with squirt guns and fire hoses flying. It’s a day packed with fun, color, and community. Click here for full event details.


Experience Summer in Full Bloom

For ten days every July, Crested Butte bursts to life with hikes, art, photography, garden tours, cooking classes, and more. With over 150 events, the Wildflower Festival is the ultimate way to celebrate summer in the Wildflower Capital of Colorado. See the full lineup here.


A Week of Flavor in the Mountains

Sip, savor, and celebrate all week long with tastings, winemaker dinners, and culinary events set against Crested Butte’s stunning summer backdrop. This beloved festival brings together chefs, sommeliers, and food lovers from near and far. Explore the full schedule here.

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