July in Crested Butte

We’re excited to share the best of July in Crested Butte! This month is packed with events we love, from Alpenglow concerts to the lively Music on the Mountain series. Don’t miss the stunning Wildflower Festival or the delectable Wine + Food Festival. And my all-time favorite holiday - The 4th of July!


July Happenings

July 3rd, MTCB Independence Day Celebration & Fireworks at the Red Lady Stage from 4:00 - 10:00pm
July 3rd, Rail Jam at CBMR at 11:30 AM
July 4th, 50th Annual Pancake Breakfast at CBFPD Station 1 from 7:00 -10:00 AM
July 4th, 4th of July Parade at 11:00 AM
July 4th, Vendor Village at the Intersection of Elk Ave and 3rd St from 11:00 - 3:00
July 5th, Summer Race Series at CBMR (Recurring every Friday throughout the month)
July 6th, Baxter Gulch Trail Run at 8:30 AM (11.4 miles (+2303’), all on single-track trails)
July 10th, Town of Crested Butte Block Party at 100 Block of Butte Ave from 10:00 - 12:00
July 12th - 21st, Crested Butte Wildflower Festival (Throughout the week, enjoy a variety of activities like tours, hikes, art and photography classes, birding, botany lectures, and more!)
July 12th, Sci-Fridays at the Majestic Theatre from 6:30 - 8:30
July 13th, Grin And Bear It Green Lake Run at 8:00 AM
July 15th - 26th, CBMT YouTheatre Camp at 4:00
July 19th, Center for the Arts Gala at 5:00
July 17th - 21st, Crested Butte Wine + Food Festival at Center for the Arts (Enjoy a summer of eating, drinking, and celebrating with foodies, winemakers, and culinary stars from around the world)
July 17th, Skyland Loop Run & BBQ At 6:00 PM (5 & 6mile options, on single track with some paved & dirt roads)
July 20th, Free Movie: School of Rock at the Majestic Theater at 4:30 and 7:30
July 25th, The Big Summer Bash at Trailhead Children’s Museum from 4:30 - 8:00
July 27th, 80s Retro Revolution at Center for the Arts at 6:00


Live Music:

July 2nd, Summer Classics In The Courtyard: Mama Lingua at Center for the Arts from 5:30 - 7:00
July 2nd, Live Music Series at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 9:00 (Recurring on various dates of the month)
July 3rd, Blitzen Trapper at Center for the Arts at 8:00
July 4th, Music on the Mountain: Boombox at Red Lady Stage from 5:30 - 8:00
July 9th, Summer Classics In The Courtyard: Gypsy Jazz Social Club at Center for the Arts from 5:30 - 7:00
July 10th, Music on the Mountain: Paul Mcdonald & The Mourning Doves at Red Lady Stage from 5:30 - 8:00
July 13th, Mtcb 50th Anniversary Celebration & Concert at Red Lady Stage from 4:00 - 9:00
July 17th, Alpenglow Concert Series at Center for the Arts from 5:30 - 7:30 (Recurring every Monday)
July 17th, Music on the Mountain: Molly Grace at Red Lady Stage from 5:30 - 8:00
July 23rd, Summer Classics In The Courtyard: Hiroya Tsukamoto at Center for the Arts from 5:30 - 7:00
July 24th, Music on the Mountain: Ibibio Sound Machine at Red Lady Stage from 5:30 - 8:00
July 25th, Fruition’s Warm Summer’s Night Tour at Public House at 9:00
July 26th, Liver Down the River at Public House at 9:00


Market Conditions

New listings are down by 14%, while under-contracts are up 64%. Months supply of inventory is at 7 for Crested Butte and 10 for Mt. Crested Butte (if no new homes came on the market, in 7 or 10 months, inventory would be at zero). For a complete list of all our inventory, please check out our website, TheHoweGroup.co.

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Crested Butte 4th of July

Experience an unforgettable Independence Day celebration in our charming town with these festivities! This year, the music and firework celebration will be in Mt Crested Butte on July 3rd. Start your 4th with the 50th Annual Pancake Breakfast hosted by the Crested Butte Fire & EMS Association. Don't miss the biggest small-town parade on Elk Avenue starting at 11:00. After the parade explore the Vendor Village for live music, face painting, and local nonprofit booths. End the day with Music on the Mountain featuring electronic rock duo BoomBox. Learn more HERE.



Alpenglow Concert Series

Alpenglow is back and better than ever! A local favorite, this free community concert series is hosted by the Center for the Arts in Crested Butte. Now in its 32nd season, the concerts take place rain or shine at Town Park starting at 5:30 PM. Bring a chair, blanket, and your dancing shoes! Click HERE to view the 2024 lineup.



Crested Butte Wine + Food Festival

The Crested Butte Wine + Food Festival returns from July 17th - 21st! Enjoy seminars, winemaker dinners, exciting tastings, and the Grand Tasting. This summer tradition brings together culinary stars, winemakers, and foodies from around the world to eat, drink, and give. Tickets and Passes are for sale now! Learn more, HERE.


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