September 2025 in Crested Butte

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September in Crested Butte

September is one of my favorite months in Crested Butte. The air turns crisp, the aspens light up the valley in gold, and there’s plenty to enjoy like the Chili & Beer Festival and the Film Festival. The real highlight is the fall colors, especially in the last two weeks of the month. Click here to see the best places to catch fall colors. Just a quick reminder that after today, September 1st, season pass prices go up, so if you haven’t gotten yours yet, now is the time to lock in the lowest rate.

September Happenings:

September 5th - November 2nd, John Fellows: Friends of Friends Exhibition at Center for the Arts. A lively mix of artists sharing how time outdoors shapes their work, from bold block prints to subtle drawings.

September 5th, DanceAspen: Shifting Forms at Center for the Arts at 7:00

September 5th - 7th, Adaptive Bike Weekend. A weekend of adaptive mountain bike racing in the height of fall colors, capped off with the always-fun Bridges of the Butte fundraiser ride through downtown.

September 5th, Live Music at A Bar Above from 6:00 - 8:00. Eight nights of live music at the bar this month, filling mountain evenings with great tunes and energy.

September 6th, Mt. Crested Butte Chili & Beer Festival. A Crested Butte classic with endless chili tastings, craft brews, and live bluegrass on the Red Lady Stage.

September 6th, Oh Be Dogful Rescue Fundraiser at Center for the Arts from 3:00 - 7:00

September 7th,Mountain Music: Opal Moon at Umbrella Bar from 2:00 - 5:00

September 13th, Public Lands Palooza from 3:00 - 8:00

September 14th, Fall Ride & Volunteer Party. A group ride followed by a party and raffle at Bonez, celebrating community and trails with CBMBA.

September 16th, Fall Folk: The Ditchwalkers at Center for the Arts from 5:00 - 7:00. A free new music series kicking off with a hometown trio weaving fiddle, banjo, and guitar into mountain harmonies.

September 18th, Annual Fall Potluck at CB Nordic Center at 5:00. An end-of-summer gathering with good food, community, and great deals on gear.

September 18th, Cookbook Club: Kin at Center for the Arts from 6:00 - 8:00

September 19th, The Crucial Role of Field Stations in Science at Center for the Arts from 6:30 - 9:00

September 20th - 21st, ARTumn Festival at West Elk Avenue. A colorful fall weekend on Elk Avenue filled with art, local makers, and plenty of small-town charm.

September 21st,Poker Ride, Bike, Hike & BBQ with Live Music at Ambush Ranch, Brush Creek from 12:30 - 5:30

September 24th - 28th, Crested Butte Film Festival at Center for the Arts. A locals’ favorite now in its 15th year, bringing powerful films and community together in the mountains.

September 27th, 2nd Annual CB Punk Fest at Big Mine Park from 11:00 - 4:00

September 27th, Ghosts of Crested Butte Themed Walking Tour at CB Museum from 10:00 - 11:30 AM. A ghost-themed walking tour through Crested Butte’s historic streets, complete with stories of local spirits.

September 29th - October 1st, YoGo 2025 Fall Retreat at Center for the Arts at 8:30

Looking for more fall fun? Check out our top picks for things to do in Crested Butte this September.

Market Conditions

In August, we saw the market take a bit of a breather here in Crested Butte. Fewer homes and condos came on the market compared to last year, and sales slowed, too. That said, prices are holding their ground, especially for single-family homes, which tells me that buyers are still willing to pay for the right property. For buyers, this means there is less to choose from, but the pace feels a little less competitive than in past summers. For sellers, the key is still presentation and pricing since well-prepared homes are the ones catching buyers’ eyes.

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Chili, Beer, and Bluegrass in the Mountains

Nothing says September in Mt. Crested Butte like a full day of chili tastings, crisp craft brews, and live bluegrass on the Red Lady Stage. The 27th Annual Chili & Beer Festival takes place on Saturday, September 6th, from 12 to 4 PM at the base area, bringing together local cooks, regional breweries, and plenty of mountain fun to kick off fall. Learn more HERE.

Movies, Mountains, and 15 Years of Film in the Rockies

Fall in Crested Butte comes alive with the Film Festival. From September 24–28 at the Center for the Arts, you’ll experience over 80 films, filmmaker talks, panels, and parties, all surrounded by golden aspens and breathtaking mountain views. The five-day celebration kicks off with the beloved bike parade and brings together stories, community, and creativity at 8,888 feet. More details HERE.

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