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Yurt Dinner -Dinners at the Magic Meadows Yurt are a magical experience. You’ll ski or snowshoe out to the yurt surrounded by majestic, snow-covered peaks. Nestled among the pines, the yurt welcomes you in with a roaring fire and welcoming staff. You’ll enjoy gourmet dishes and a selection of fine beverages, including wines, beers, and Montanya Rum cocktails. At the end of the evening, you’ll make your way back to the trailhead beneath a spectacular sky of stars, and maybe even a full moon. This is truly an evening never to be forgotten. there are dinners January, Februray and March.

Yurt Brunches!

Yurt Sunday Brunch- Jan 4, 11,18,25--Welcome to the Backcountry Bistro
Everybody’s favorite Bistro returns to Magic Meadows this season, serving up organic and gluten-free pastries, treats, teas, chai, fruit and soup, plus local coffee, delicious pie and festive, refreshing libations with a warm fire, sunny deck and weekly specials.
Location: Our Magic Meadows yurt is located approximately one mile from the “gronk”, just north of Peanut Lake, on the Nordic Trail System. The trailhead is on Peanut Lake Road, with parking and trailhead signs accessing our groomed Nordic Trail System. Skis or snowshoes and trail passes are required to reach the yurt. Walking and biking are prohibited on these Nordic trails. The yurt is located on the Inner Magic Meadows Trails which are accessed by the Beaver Trail and the Peanut Lake Trail to the South, or the Pooches Paradise trail to the North. All trails are marked.

The Color of Snow – a Fundraiser exhibition-"The Color of Snow" is a community fundraiser exhibition for the Crested Butte Creative District, featuring hundreds of one-of-a-kind, 6"x6" artworks created by local artists and community members of all ages. The exhibition runs from November 14, 2025, to January 16, 2026, at the Crested Butte Center for the Arts. Each $25 purchase of a piece directly supports the district's programs. 

Jan 10 = Elevation Hotel --Live Music 2:30-4:30 p.m.- almost every afternoon. Enjoy live music all winter long on the José Crested Butte patio in the ski base area from 2:30 – 4:30pm!

Jan. 11 = Apres@Jose - every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in January-Enjoy live music all winter long on the José Crested Butte patio in the ski base area from 3 – 5pm!

Jan. 14 = CB Nordic = Trivia Night

Jan. 15 = Phyphr - Irwing Brewing Public House

Jan. 15 = Pinnacle Orthopedics Community Race- In January it is the Frodo Baggins 15k Classc! The Pinnacle Orthopedics Community Races are a fun way to get outside, exercise, meet new people, and challenge yourself. Each week is a different format and location, with races ranging from 5 km to 20 km – and a 1 km and 3 km kids’ race. Receive points for each race and compete towards overall prizes at the end of the series.

Jan 15 = Cook Book Club - Weekday Vegetarians- Crested Butte Center for the Arts

Jan. 17 = Toubab Krewe- Irwing Brewing Public House

Jan 17,18 = Kitchen Dwellers - Crested Butte Center for the Arts

Jan 20 = Apres Jazz - Crested Butte Center for the Arts-Unwind after the slopes with an eclectic set of jazz that blends classic standards, modern twists, and unexpected grooves. Mixed Bag Jazz brings a laid-back, lively vibe perfect for après gatherings—music that warms you up while the evening winds down. Discover the Crested Butte Vintage Market at Après Jazz!
Arrive early and explore a curated collection from local sellers happening in the Kinder Padon Gallery from 4:00–7:00 PM.
Browse unique finds and timeless vintage and pre-loved treasures before and after the music plays from 5:30–7 PM—the perfect pairing of shopping and live music! Food
Arrive early and arrive hungry! Mount Kaz will now be on-site serving delicious food from 6pm-8pm – come early, grab a bite, and enjoy the night!

Jan. 22 = Pixie and the Partygrass Boys- Irwing Brewing Public House

Jan. 23 = Easy Jim - Irwing Brewing Public House

Jan. 24 = Drew Emitt- Irwing Brewing Public House

Jan. 29 = Alpenphunk - Irwing Brewing Public House

Jan 30 = Alpenphunk - Soulive-Crested Butte Center for the Arts-For over two decades, Soulive has been at the forefront of the modern soul-jazz and funk movement, crafting a sound that is as timeless as it is innovative. Formed in 1999 by brothers Alan Evans (drums) and Neal Evans (Hammond B3 organ, bass keys) alongside guitarist Eric Krasno, the trio quickly became known for their electrifying live shows, deep-pocket grooves, and genre-blending improvisation.

Jan. 31 = Alpenphunk - Jerry Garcia and the Grateful Dead-A powerhouse ensemble of genre-defying musicians comes together to honor the timeless legacy of Jerry Garcia Band and the Grateful Dead—two of the most influential forces in American music history. This special celebration brings fresh life to the soulful grooves, improvisational spirit, and communal joy that defined Garcia’s music, from the deeply spiritual ballads of the JGB era to the exploratory psychedelia and raw energy of the Dead.

Jan. 31 = Annual Alley Loop Nordic Marathon-The Alley Loop is not your typical Nordic Marathon. It is both a premier American Birkebeiner Qualifying event and Crested Butte’s most outrageous costume party of the year! The course winds through snowy streets, alleyways, and narrow bridges through the heart of downtown Crested Butte. Once you make it through town, you are rewarded with pristine tracks and exhilarating vistas throughout the Crested Butte Nordic trail network.

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