October in Gunnison

October has arrived in Gunnison, bringing cool, crisp weather and beautiful fall colors all around. Whether you're hitting the trails or enjoying downtown, it's the perfect time to explore. We've put together a list of fun fall activities in Gunnison to help you make the most of the season. Read on for all the exciting events happening this month!

Photo courtesy of Travel Crested Butte

October Happenings

October 2nd, Evening Wheel Throwing at Gunnison Arts Center from 5:30 - 8:30. Recurring every Wednesday until November 6th.
October 4th, Gunnison Wildlife Association Evening Social at Gunnison Elks Lodge from 6:00 - 9:00
October 5th, Youth Cauldrons + Creepy Garland at Gunnison Arts Center from 12:00 - 3:00. Get into the Halloween spirit by crafting a spooky cauldron and ghostly garland for some festive fun!
October 5th, Big + Little Art at Gunnison Arts Center from 9:30 - 10:30 AM. Recurring every Saturday throughout October.
October 5th, Exhibition Opening Re-Wombing by Paige Stewart at Paige Stewart Studio LLC from 4:00 - 7:00
October 5th, Harvest Block Print at Gunnison Arts Center from 5:30 - 8:30
October 5th, Deluxe Tour at Gunnison Valley Observatory at 8:00 - 10:00 PM
October 17th, Crafternoon: Halloween Treat Garlands at Gunnison Library from 5:00 - 6:00
October 19th, GFALL at 123 S Main St from 3:00 - 6:00. An autumn festival supporting Gunnison Valley’s homeless animals.
October 30th, Women's Networking Night at Buckel Family Wine from 5:30 - 7:30

Market Conditions

Both new listings and under contracts remain unchanged. Months supply of inventory is at 6 (if no new homes came on the market, in 6 months, inventory would be at zero). For a complete list of all our inventory, please check out our website, TheHoweGroup.co.

Gunnison Inventory is shown below:

CBMR Winter Opening and Passes

Winter may still be a few weeks away, but Crested Butte Mountain Resort is already prepping for an epic season, with the lifts set to start running on November 27! If you're planning to ski, be sure to get your Epic Pass before prices go up on October 9. Lift tickets will be limited, so it’s best to buy your pass or tickets early to save your spot. More details here.

Fall Activities in Gunnison

As autumn settles over Gunnison, a variety of outdoor activities await those eager to embrace the season. Here are some top picks for fall fun:

1. Fly Fishing for Kokanee Salmon
September and October bring the salmon run, where Kokanee salmon migrate from Blue Mesa to the East River. This rare event draws anglers to the Gunnison Valley.

2. Rock Climbing at Hartman Rocks
With mild fall weather, Hartman Rocks offers climbing routes for all levels, from trad to sport climbing and bouldering, set against a backdrop of granite formations.

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