Golden Days in Crested Butte
With aspen turning gold, fall festivals, film favorites, and harvest rituals, September brings cozy culture and vibrant color to town.
Fall starts to paint the town in gold, but the spirit of Crested Butte stays as vibrant as ever. September is the perfect time to enjoy crisp mornings, glowing aspen groves, and some of the most beloved local traditions.
Saturday, September 6, 2025This local favorite is a can't-miss event. Picture yourself sipping on cold craft beer and sampling spicy, creative chili recipes while a bluegrass band plays in the background. The mountain views from the base area make it even better. Bring your friends, your appetite, and your best taste buds. Tickets often sell out, so plan ahead.
September 20 & 21, 2025If you love fall colors and handcrafted art, don’t miss this vibrant weekend in downtown Crested Butte. Elk Avenue will come alive with pottery, jewelry, fashion, and more. It’s the perfect time to stroll with a warm drink in hand, meet local and emerging artists, and soak in the golden aspens. Bonus: the Artumn Festival overlaps with the farmers market and Vinotok, so plan to spend the whole day downtown!
Wednesday–Sunday, September 24–28, 2025The Crested Butte Film Festival is one of the most anticipated weekends in town, featuring a curated lineup of powerful, thought-provoking films from around the world. It’s a celebration of storytelling, creativity, and community, all set in our beautiful mountain backdrop. Screenings take place in intimate local venues, and you’ll have the chance to join filmmaker Q&As and soak up the energy that fills Elk Avenue.
Early Bird Passes are available for a limited time. Grab an all-access pass or build your own experience with 4, 6, or 10-ticket packs. New pass options make it easy to dive into the festival however you like.
Get ready for a show because fall in Crested Butte is pure magic. From mid-September through the first week of October, the aspen groves burst into color, turning the mountains into a sea of gold and orange. Kebler Pass steals the spotlight with one of the largest aspen groves in the country. Drive up Ohio Pass to see “The Castles,” a wild rock formation that looks like it’s straight out of a fantasy novel. Washington Gulch delivers sweeping valley views you won’t forget. Everywhere you look, the colors are popping. It’s one of the best times to be here.
Saturday, September 7, 2025Join the Adaptive Sports Center for a one-of-a-kind community cycling event that loops across Crested Butte’s iconic bridges. Riders of all ages and abilities come together for the 4-Hour Townie Tour, raising funds for inclusive, high-quality outdoor recreation programs.
Expect music, costumes, decorated bikes, and a celebration at the finish line with food, drinks, and prizes. Whether you’re riding or cheering, it’s a Crested Butte tradition you won’t want to miss. Register now and be part of the fun!
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