Crested Butte/Mt. Crested Butte Chamber of Commerce

09/08/2026

We are in need of VOLUNTEERS!! We are looking for volunteers to help us fill our 7-10am openings. We have limited time to get our Cookers and Brewers unloaded and into the venue site. Get your shift done early and enjoy the rest of the day with FREE entry to Mt. Crested Butte Chili & Beer Festival!! Follow the link below to sign up to volunteer!
See you on Saturday, September 12, 2026

https://signup.com/go/uHevtLg

09/08/2026

This is a shout-out to our local restaurants that are bringing the heat this year for Mt. Crested Butte Chili & Beer Festival! Do you want to enter your restaurant to compete? Follow the link below. Tomorrow, Wednesday September 9th is the cut off!

28th Annual Chili and Beer Festival is September 12, 2026!!

https://www.cbchilibeerfest.com/chili-cookers

08/17/2026

Its getting CHILI outside!! Do you have the secret recipe to win the top prize of $750 cash?? Join us on September 12, 2026 at the base of the mountain for the 28th Annual Chili and Beer Festival!

https://www.cbchilibeerfest.com/chili-cookers

07/29/2026

Registration is open for both Chili Cookers and Brewers for this year's festival. Get ready for September 12, 2026!! We can't wait to taste all the creations and enjoy amazing music with both the Slate River Sisters and Floyd Bauler and the Riverland Band

https://www.cbchilibeerfest.com/

07/28/2026

BRAVO TO OUR FIRE CREWS!!! Thank you for keeping our friends in the Almont/ Taylor Canyon Area safe and for achieving 100% containment on the fire after the lightning strike. Some helpful tips to remember to stay safe. Move firewood 30 feet away from the house. Keep grass cut short around the house. And for this summer, have a GO BAG ready for the "just in case" We want everyone to have a safe remainder of the summer, but we are not out of the danger yet.

07/26/2026

Please be aware and stay alert if you live in or near Almont/ Jack's Cabin Area. A fire has been reported. Cause is not listed and most likely a lightning strike. Use caution in that area. The fire is being called the Taylor Canyon Fire. You can download the app WATCH DUTY to stay up to date on all alerts for this fire and the surrounding areas

Real-time information about wildfire and firefighting efforts nearby

07/15/2026

Stage 2 WATER RESTRICTIONS are in place! Heavy fines can be issued for those not in compliance. Know what days and times you are allowed to water. Our fire danger is EXTREME and these restricions are in place to keep us safe. For more information, follow the link below!

https://townofcrestedbutte.colorado.gov/community-services/public-works

07/15/2026

With high winds moving through, its a good idea to stay aware of emergency notices and alerts. Crested Butte is NOT in any evacuation alerts and does not have fire in the direct vicinity. The map and link below help you see what zone you are in should any alerts be issued. Remember Stage 2 Fire Restrictions mean NO OPEN BURNING of any kind. No smoking unless inside a vehicle, trailer, or building. You CANNOT smoke on Elk Ave. Pay attention to water restrictions. Fines will be given if not followed.

https://protect.genasys.com/location?z=12.880897001532915&latlon=38.90973761268364%2C-106.94958374724047

🚨 ELK FIRE UPDATE | July 15, 2026

Due to the unexpected growth of the Elk Fire overnight and forecasted winds this afternoon, the Hinsdale County Sheriff's Office has updated evacuation notices for areas north and west of Lake City. For evacuation information or questions, contact Hinsdale County at 970-944-2225.
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🗺️ EVACUATION MAP (Check Your Zone First)
View the official evacuation map here:
https://protect.genasys.com/search?z=10.524131248991646&latlon=38.189885317861666%2C-107.20766635760157
Search your property address to determine your evacuation zone and become familiar with your status

🔴 GO (Evacuate Now)
A GO (Red) Evacuation Order has been issued for:
Zones HNS-E002 & HNS-E005
•West of Highway 149
•North of the Independence Gulch Trailhead to the Hinsdale County line
If you are in these zones:
EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY
GO EARLY
Gather your family, pets, medications, and essential belongings.
Evacuate north toward Gunnison or south to Lake City.

EVACUATION CENTER HAS BEEN OPENED AT THE LAKE CITY ARMORY
📍230 N. Bluff Street; Lake City, CO
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🟡 GET SET
A GET SET (Yellow) Voluntary Evacuation Notice has been issued for:
Zone HNS-E006
•East of Highway 149
•From the Valley View property to the Hinsdale County line
If you are in Zone 6:
Be prepared to leave at a moment's notice.
Pre-stage essential belongings.
Alert family, neighbors, and those who may need assistance.
Consider evacuating people with mobility concerns, pets, and livestock early.
Continue monitoring fire conditions and road updates.
If you feel your life is in danger, leave immediately.
All other Hinsdale County evacuation zones remain in GET READY (Green) status.
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🐴 Livestock Evacuation
The Gunnison County Fairgrounds has been established as a livestock evacuation site for horses, cattle, goats, sheep, swine, and other large animals.
📍 275 S. Spruce Street, Gunnison
📞 Please call 970-641-7660 before bringing animals. Veterinary inspections are required for all animals entering the facility.
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📲 Stay Informed
Sign up for Hinsdale County Alerts to receive emergency notifications:
https://hinsdale.genasys.com/portal/en
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🚧 Closures & Travel Information
Forest Service Road 868 (Alpine Road) remains closed due to fire operations.
Highway 149 remains open, but motorists should expect increased firefighter traffic, reduced speeds, and smoke impacts.
Please do not stop at the fire operations site along Highway 149 for any reason.
Please continue monitoring official updates throughout the day. Fire conditions and evacuation statuses can change quickly. If your area is placed under a GO Evacuation Order, leave immediately.