Savor the Height of Summer in Crested Butte
From vibrant art shows and free outdoor concerts to scenic drives and sunny mountain adventures, August offers a little bit of everything before summer winds down.
The wildflowers are still blooming, the weather is just right, and the calendar is packed with live music, local traditions, and ways to soak up the last full month of summer in the mountains.
August 1 - 3, 2025 The Crested Butte Arts Festival returns to historic Elk Avenue this August, filling the street with over 150 juried artists, live music, food vendors, and a beer and wine garden. Locals and visitors spend the weekend strolling the booths, catching performances, and enjoying the creative energy that takes over downtown during one of summer’s most anticipated events.
August 3, 2025 | 2:00 PMA quirky and beloved tradition, the Rotary Duckie Race sends hundreds of rubber ducks racing down Coal Creek in support of local scholarships and causes. Grab your tickets every Saturday at the Post Office from 10 AM to 4 PM. For just $10, you’ll support youth programs, nonprofit grants, and maybe even cheer your duck to victory.
Until August 15, 2025
Silver Queen Express: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Red Lady Express: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PMHop on the Silver Queen Express and hike 1.25 miles to the summit for unbeatable 360° views. It’s a short but rewarding trek through forest, tundra, and boulders. Scenic ride tickets include all-day access to both the Silver Queen and Red Lady lifts, plus hiking trails, disc golf, and more. Twilight rides run Wednesdays and Fridays through August 15.
August 4 and 11, 2025For over 30 years, Alpenglow has brought the community together with free outdoor concerts set against the stunning backdrop of Crested Butte Mountain. Enjoy live music, sunshine, and laid-back summer vibes with friends and family. Pack a picnic, bring a lawn chair, and soak in this beloved local tradition.
August 9, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PMBack for its third year, this food truck showdown combines mouthwatering bites, live bluegrass, and a festive mountain-town vibe. Try free samples from competing trucks like Dos Gringos, Southern Belle, and Vegan AF, and vote for your favorites if you arrive early enough to snag a judging punch card. Live music kicks off at noon with Chicken Wire Empire, followed by Clay Street Unit at 2:15 PM.
August 6 and 13, 2025Kick off your midweek with free outdoor concerts at the base of the mountain. Hosted by the Mt. Crested Butte Town Center Association, Music on the Mountain brings live performances, local food and drinks, and a lively crowd. It’s family-friendly, always fun, and happens rain or shine.
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