I don't see any events for less than $70 for about 3-5 hours. Most events include guided hikes to…read morelook at wildflowers, something anyone can do for free as all the trails being used are open to the public. I don't know how any working class person can afford to do anything at this festival. At three events, you're already over $200 minimum. I just don't see the value the festival is trying to portray.

ORIGIN: The first festival was organized in 1985 by…read morecommunity business leaders in effort to bring summer visitors to the town previously known for winter skiing on its namesake mountain. In 1999 the festival became a non-profit organization dedicated to wildflower education. TIME: The ten day long annual festival typically takes place in the middle of July in order to capture peek wildflower bloom. COST: Fees for events vary, and are primarily fund-raisers to support festival organization and facilitation. Each event appears to be limited to 15 participants to ensure active engagement and ability to hear event facilitator and participants as you walk along public trails. EXPERIENCE: I came across the small town of Crested Butte, and the wildflower festival, while spending much of one summer helping with field and laboratory research at neighboring Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory. I have since returned annually to participate as a festival participant. Some festival events I have experienced include: "Birding in the Lower Loop: led by decades-long festival leader, participants are introduced to local birds and their relation to wildflowers. Event leader scouts out locations of nests, and ensures everyone's binoculars are adjusted in advance. "Geology of Paradise": led by two geologists/festival presidents, this hike along Peanut Lake lower loop introduces participants to the geological history of the area, and its impact on location of wildflowers and trees. "Gothic Wildflowers": led by decades-long resident/scientist, participants are introduced to the unique wildflowers found on the site of Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory. "Plant Defense and Survival Strategies: led by Denver Botanical Garden botanist and wildflower specialist, participants learn how how the shape, chemical composition, and color of wildflowers along Brush Creek trail support survival and reproduction. "Wildcrafted Cocktails": led by professional bartender, participants learned the process of infusing liquors with wildflower leaves, roots, and flowers, as well as how to make three different cocktails that use wildflower-infused liquor. Materials were available for all participants to make (and taste) each of the cocktails. TIPS: At around 9500 feet above sea level participants traveling from low elevation need to be mindful of health. In addition, some events travel of steep trails. Taking this into consideration, festival organizers have planned a range from of events that are categorized into different levels to accommodate diverse health and mobility conditions. Events can sell out quickly, so plan accordingly. In 2022 the festival was featured in a national news broadcast, and apparently this has made many people from distant locations aware of the festival. New events are added each year, so there is always an opportunity to learn something new. Events take place in many different public land locations in the area.

This a great jewelry place. We stop here every time we are in CB and usually buy something. My wife…read morelikes all the jewelry and this ha become my go-to spot to buy her jewelry. The pieces are unique and very high quality and the owners are a delight.

Great sound and they carry carbon DI or package guitars! I have been looking everywhere for these!…read more Friendly, helpful staff. Definitely stop in when you are in Gunnison.

I found everything I needed for my garden. The staff was friendly and helpful! So many beautiful…read moreflowers it was hard to choose just one. But they helped me pick the right plants for my space.

Great service! Stopped in while I was in town for vacation and I couldn't recommend this place…read moremore. The service was stellar as I was really explained about the products I wanted. I was given better options than what I actually wanted and I'm so glad I listened! Best place ever! Go stop by when Lindsay is working she will give you the best options and make sure you leave with a big smile on your face and coming back for more! You really get your moneys worth here! Great product for a great price! The value of the product is astounding!

This store has it all for adventure athletes and the customer service is top notch! Last MTB season…read morethe owner, Mike, went out of his way to personally help me with a Rocky Mounts AfterParty bike rack purchase, assuring the fit and proper installation. Great value for product. A year later I sent back in search of a new mountain bike and again, Mike spent hours letting me test some rides and answered all my questions--even during a busy day! I learned about the Colorado brand Revel Bikes and ended up buying a Rail 29! Mike personally set it up and adjusted it for my height and weight. With the personal and knowledgeable service, All Sports is my go-to sports equipment store in the Gunnison valley!

All Sports replay is so awesome for buying quality used gear and selling gear you don't need…read moreanymore. Selection is constantly updating and folks that work there are great!

While on a trip to Crested Butte to see the wildflowers, we spent an afternoon in downtown…read moreGunnison. We stumbled into Lucille's Gallery and were so happy to have found it! Being antiquarian print collectors and art lovers, we spent much time browsing and chatting with Lucille. What a history there with her parents and Salvadore Dali, another artist that we collect! We could have spent hours chatting with Lucille. We purchased an Audubon edition print and of course, who could resist a gorgeous Salvadore Dali print to add to our collection. If you are ever in Gunnison, go out of your way to visit the gallery! With over 200,000 pieces to choose from, if you don't find something, I would be shocked!! Gunnison is very lucky to have this vault of world history in their little town! :)

Spoke with Lucille, and she is very knowledgeable about the Salvador Dali Lithographs I was…read moreinquiring about. I was surprised at the amount and variety of lithographs that she has available to buy right off her website. She did say there is a lot more in the Art Gallery she has in Gunnison, unfortunately I don't live close enough to stop by.

The theater is in a nice location with plenty of parking. It looks like a beautiful old historic…read moretheater, with a lot of original fixtures. I'm a history-buff, and I love that sort of thing, but I wish they would upgrade the seating to the more modern seats that now lay back a bit for comfort. The overstuffed red velvet chairs were quite comfortable, for stationary chairs, but there's no changing your position. And there's not quite enough foot-room for someone like me, 6'4" tall. The popcorn was fresh, buttered perfectly, and absolutely delicious! The staff was quite friendly, very nice, and the theater itself was very clean. Nice, well lit and with a clean men's restroom. I'm cold-natured, and the theater was not warm enough for me. I was OK with a big down jacket, but I loaned that to my lady friend to cover her legs, which were too cold. So I sat there and watched a movie, just a little bit uncomfortable because of the temperature. We are over 65, and they gave us a nice discount for being seniors! The feature film last night was Michael, the Michael Jackson story portrayed by Jaafar Jackson. It was very entertaining, and we got more than our moneys worth! The Gunnison - crested Butte area only has one Movie Theater, and I have to give them credit... It's a pretty darned good one! In spite of the things I critiqued it still gets my 5 stars because it was better than I guessed it would be. Just bring your jacket!

Front desk lady was mean for no reason, watch out for the portly woman with brown hairshe will make…read moreyou wait in sub zero temps outside.