June in Crested Butte

June in Crested Butte

Summer in Crested Butte doesn't get much better! The flowers are popping, and most of the trails are already dry and ready to explore. The calendar’s loaded with concerts and community events, and Alpenglow is one of the highlights of summer in town. Read on for more details!

June Happenings:

June 3rd, Historic Elk Ave Walking Tours at Crested Butte Museum. Recurring every Tuesday and Thursday of the month.

June 5th, Van Tours with Vandenbusche at Crested Butte Museum. Hop in with local historian Duane Vandenbusche for a day exploring the Black Canyon’s wild history and geology.

June 6th and 7th,Sally Ride Documentary at Majestic Theater from 6:30 - 8:00.

June 6th, Lost Worlds of Blue Mesa Duane Lecture at Crested Butte Museum from 6:00 - 7:30

June 9th,Historic Photography Series – The Camera Through Time at Crested Butte Museum from 10:00 - 12:00

June 13th, 23rd Annual KBUT Fish Fry at Crank’s Plaza from 4:00 - 10:00. KBUT’s Friday Night Fish Fry is all about Cajun fish, live music, and Crested Butte good times.

June 15th,Bertha: Grateful Drag at Center for the Arts at 8:00 PM. Get ready for a wild night as Bertha brings Grateful Dead tunes, big wigs, and serious vibes to the stage in full drag glory.

June 19th,Cookbook Club: Listen To Your Vegetables at Center for the Arts from 6:00 - 8:00.

June 25th,MTCB Yoga In The Garden at Mountain Wedding Garden Pavilion at 12:00. Yoga in the Garden brings a peaceful midweek reset with free community classes every Wednesday until September 24.

Live Music:

June 13th, Jackie James Mangan at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 8:00

June 14th, Scott Stewart at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 8:00

June 15th, Jordan Brandenburg at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 8:00

June 16th, Alpenglow Concert Series at Crested Butte Town Park at 5:30. Monday evenings in summer mean one thing: Alpenglow, a Crested Butte tradition filled with live music, mountain magic, and community joy.

June 17th, Summer Classics in the Courtyard at Center for the Arts. Summer Classics in the Courtyard lights up Tuesday evenings all summer with classical, jazz, and opera music perfect for Crested Butte.

June 19th, Floyd Bauler at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 9:00

June 20th,Tyler Hansen at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 8:00

June 21st, Sam Eberle at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 8:00

June 21st, Anders Osborne at Public House at 9:00 PM

June 22nd, Bill Dowell at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 8:00

June 25th, Jim Davidson at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 9:00

June 26th, Floyd Bauler at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 9:00

June 27th, Rachel Van Slyke at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 8:00

June 28th, Scott Stewart at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 8:00

June 29th,Sam Eberle at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 8:00

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

Market Conditions

The Crested Butte single-family market saw a surge in activity this May, with a 79% jump in new listings. Year to date, buyer activity remains steady with the same number of homes sold as last year but prices are down 8% and staying on the market for slightly longer.

In the condo and townhome market, year to date, this segment is showing strength, with prices up 20% and consistent sales volume. For a complete list of all our inventory, please check out our website, TheHoweGroup.co.

To dive deeper into Crested Butte real estate trends, explore our First Quarter Market Report here.

Crested Butte Inventory is shown below:

Alpenglow: A Crested Butte Summer Favorite

Alpenglow has been bringing locals together for over 30 years with free live music every Monday evening in Town Park. Set against the stunning backdrop of Crested Butte Mountain, it’s the perfect spot to catch up with friends, enjoy a picnic and soak in the summer vibes. Check out the full lineup, HERE.

Wildflowers in Crested Butte

Wildflower season is just around the corner, and soon the trails will be bursting with color. From iconic hikes to local tips on timing and blooms, our guide will help you make the most of this short but magical season. Read the full guide, HERE.

6 Tips When Appealing Your Property Tax

Did your Colorado property tax jump this year? You’re not alone—and it may not be accurate. Colorado Hard Money shared a great guide explaining why now is the best time in 15 years to appeal. With many counties applying outdated market data, a strong case could lead to real savings.

Find out how assessments work, what changed, and get six practical tips to appeal successfully. Read the full blog post here.

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Dawn Howe

June in Crested Butte