August 2026 in Crested Butte
August in Crested Butte
July is one of my favorite months in Crested Butte. Wildflowers are in full bloom, and the calendar is packed with some of the biggest events of the summer. Read on for more details!
August Happenings:
July 31st - August 2nd,Crested Butte Arts Festival at Elk Avenue. Browse hundreds of artists, enjoy live music and local food, and experience one of Crested Butte's most beloved summer traditions along historic Elk Avenue.
August 2nd - 3rd, Crested Butte Open. Support the Adaptive Sports Center while enjoying an unforgettable weekend of live and silent auctions, golf, live music, dining, and community celebration.
August 2nd, Crested Butte Rotary 37th Annual Duck Race at 2:00. A beloved Crested Butte tradition where hundreds of rubber ducks race down Coal Creek to support local scholarships, nonprofits, and youth programs.
August 8th, 4th Annual MTCB Pickin’ a Food Truck Competition at CBMR Dirt Lot from 3:00 - 8:30. A delicious community celebration featuring local food trucks, live music, and friendly competition where you can vote for your favorite bites.
August 8th and 15th, Free Mountain Yoga at CBMR
August 9th, 49th Annual Meeting & Potluck at Crested Butte Depot from 4:00 - 8:00
August 17th, All About Color: A Painting Workshop with Beth Zink at Center for the Arts from 9:30 - 4:00
August 19th,Mountains & Wildflowers: A Painting Workshop with Beth Zink at Center for the Arts from 9:30 - 4:00
August 20th, Stand With Me Luncheon at Lodge at Mountaineer Square from 11:00 - 1:00
August 20th - 22nd, Bodhi and the Rainforest at Center for the Arts. A heartwarming family musical featuring local young performers, memorable songs, and an inspiring story about courage, friendship, and protecting the environment.
August 21st - 23rd, Mountain Words Writer’s Retreat at Center for the Arts
Live Music:
August 3rd,Alpenglow: Hand Turkey at Crested Butte Town Park from 5:30 - 7:30
August 4th, Summer Classics in the Courtyard: Cowboy Songs at Center for the Arts from 5:30 - 7:30
August 5th, Live! From Mt. Crested Butte: The Cranes Wives at Red Lady Stage from 5:00 - 7:00
August 5th, Floyd Bauler at A Bar Above from 7:00 - 9:00
August 9th, 16th, and 30th, Tunes at Ten Peaks at Umbrella Bar from 2:00 - 5:00. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of live music from talented local artists, paired with mountain views and the laid-back atmosphere of summer in Mt. Crested Butte.
August 10th,Alpenglow: Chantil and The Dukes of Art at Crested Butte Town Park from 5:30 - 7:30
August 11th, Summer Classics in the Courtyard: Junwen Liang at Center for the Arts from 5:30 - 7:30
August 12th, Live! From Mt. Crested Butte: Mountain Jam Music at Red Lady Stage from 5:00 - 8:00
August 14th, Bill Dowell at A Bar Above from 7:00 - 9:00
August 16th, Sam Eberle at A Bar Above from 7:00 - 9:00
August 17th, CB Southpenglow: Steely Dead w. Drew & Eli Emmitt at Red Mountain Park from 5:30 - 7:30. A fun summer concert featuring Steely Dead's unique blend of classic rock favorites, perfect for an evening of live music and community.
August 28th, Jim Davidson at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 9:00
August 29th, Nik Parr & The Selfless Lovers at Public House at 9:00 PM
Market Conditions
The condo and townhome market is telling a similar story. New listings increased significantly this July, giving buyers an even wider selection of properties to consider. Sales have remained steady overall, and prices continue to trend upward despite the additional inventory. The market is becoming more balanced, giving buyers more opportunities while sellers continue to benefit from healthy demand.
Learn more about current market trends in our Crested Butte & Mt. Crested Butte Second Quarter Market Report 2026 HERE.
Crested Butte Open
Join the Adaptive Sports Center's signature fundraising weekend featuring a sponsor party, cocktail reception, dinner, live and silent auctions, live music, dancing, and a golf tournament. The event helps provide year-round outdoor recreation opportunities for people with disabilities, veterans, and their families. Can't attend? You can still support the cause by bidding in the online silent auction from anywhere. Learn more, HERE.
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