The Crested Butte Arts Festival is a 3-day, outdoor, family-friendly event featuring 100+ fine artists displaying works in 12 unique mediums including ceramics, digital art, mixed media, glass, jewelry, woodwork, painting, sculpture, metalwork, and fiber. Enjoy live music, food vendors, and more at this year’s Elk Ave summer spectacle.
Become a Friend of the Fest with a minimum $25 donation and receive the following benefits at this year’s show:
Auction Preview Party
Art Auction Tent, Friday (7/31), 6:00pm
Opportunity to pre-purchase auction items prior to opening of auction.
Friends of the Fest LoungeÂ
Live Entertainment Venue, Friday – Sunday during festival hours. Access to our Friends of the Fest Lounge;Â find a seat in the shade and enjoy complimentary beverages and snacks.
2026 CBAF Commemorative PosterÂ
Take home a beautifully designed keepsake of the 2026 event, perfect for framing! Claim poster at the Friends of the Fest Lounge during festival hours.
Friends of the Fest Community Gatherings
Receive invitations to future Friends of the Fest meet-ups and events.
