Center for the Arts Crested Butte
Arts in Crested Butte, Colorado
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The Center is the premier visual and performing arts venue on the Western Slope. Its iconic modern architecture, 31,000 square feet of multi-use spaces, and prime location in downtown Crested Butte make the Center an ideal location for all kinds of events, from classes and meetings to retreats, conferences, performances, celebrations, and more.
The Center is LEED-certified and features an efficient HVAC system to keep rooms at the perfect temperature. High-tech A/V systems are built into nearly every space in the building, and the Steddy Theater is acoustically tuned for any type of music or show. Plus, the building is fully ADA accessible, with an elevator that accesses all three floors.
No matter whether your event is large or small, our team of event planners is here to help you make your vision a reality.
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free community gathering space
The Center for the Arts believes in making space for community. Through our new Open Doors Program, local individuals and groups can host free, community-driven events, workshops, and gatherings-at no cost.
Want to host a free class? Check out our Open Doors Program!
Parties + Large Events
Our event spaces can accommodate parties for an intimate group or up to 500 guests. Plus, by choosing to book your event at the Center for the Arts, you will be supporting our mission to enrich and expand the life of our community.
Parties + Large Events Inquiry Formrates Starting at…
High Season (December – March | June – September)
Film Screening, Concert or Performance (Steddy Theater) | $3,000
Dinner, Cocktail Party or Gathering (Atrium or Third Floor) | $1,500
Low Season (April + May | October + November)
Film Screening, Concert or Performance (Steddy Theater) | $2,000
Dinner, Cocktail Party or Gathering (Atrium or Third Floor) | $1,000
Other Events
Conference | $5,000/day
Celebration of Life | $1,000
Steddy TheaterThe Steddy Theater meets performance standards for a full symphony orchestra, and when needed, a section of the dance floor directly in front of the stage area can be lowered 4-feet, revealing an orchestra pit that can also serve as a dance pit.
Square Footage | 5,026 sq. ft.
Max Capacity | 300+ people
The Grace Atrium is a multi-function space featuring a large bar and floor to ceiling windows. Thus space may also be utilized as a demonstration kitchen for culinary classes.
Square Footage | 2,564 sq. ft.
Max Capacity | 319 people
A beautiful outdoor space perfect for an intimate gathering of friends and family or coworkers.
Please note, the Feldberg East Courtyard is not plowed in the winter and is only available for use when snow is not present.
Square Footage | 3,572 sq. ft.
Max Capacity | 319 people
Outside, the Comiskey Terrace on the third floor provides spectacular views to the north and west of Paradise Divide as well as Mt. Crested Butte while overlooking Pitsker Feld.
Square Footage | 1,048 sq. ft.
Max Capacity | 49 people
Entering the Center on the second floor via the Miller Upper Lobby – you’ll be greeted by the lovely Gamble Bar. A great space to host parties or receptions.
Square Footage | 1,771 sq. ft.
Max Capacity | 159 people
The Kinder Padon Gallery is a museum quality space for celebrating the visual arts. This space also transitions to a patio terrace for receptions and cocktail parties.
Square Footage | 901 sq. ft.
Max Capacity | 31 people
The Alpenglow Stage can accommodate a maximum of 45 people standing (fewer with chairs and tables). Any use of the Outdoor Stage that includes Town Park (e.g. the soccer fields) requires a separate reservation and permit via the Town of Crested Butte. For more information, visit the Town’s website here.
Meetings + Classes
Corporations and nonprofit organizations alike should consider the Center for their next boardroom meeting or development day. The King Community Room and Hawk Visual Arts Classroom offer gorgeous views and state of the art technology.
Classes + Meetings Inquiry FormRates Starting at…
High Season (December – March | June – September)
Half Day | $250
Full Day | $400
Low Season (April + May | October + November)
Half Day | $100
Full Day | $200
King Community RoomThe King Community room is perfect for your next meeting or workshop. Featuring a large 75″ flatscreen tv and audio system – this space is a breath of fresh air offering great mountain views.
Square Footage | 837 sq. ft.
Max Capacity | 49 people
Featuring glass panel walls that allow natural northern light to flood the studio. A wonderful space that will get the creative juices flowing.
Square Footage | 581 sq. ft.
Max Capacity | 39 people
Classes and Rehearsals
Music and dance instructors should consider hosting their classes at the Center. The Jones Performance Hall and Schaul Children’s Music are well outfitted for your classroom style needs.
Classes + Rehearsal Inquiry FormRates Starting at…
High Season (December – March | June – September)
Half Day | $250
Full Day | $400
Low Season (April + May | October + November)
Half Day | $100
Full Day | $200
Jones Performance HallThe Jones Performance Hall is a multipurpose space featuring sprung floors as well as beams allowing for multiple aerial dance rigging points for performances, rehearsal and classes. There is also a light grid and sound infrastructure in place making it a great space for other types of performances from intimate instrumentals to vocal to literary readings.
Square Footage | 1,041 sq. ft.
Max Capacity | 53 people
The perfect space for dance and fitness classes as well as small performances. Featuring 8′ tall mirrors and freestanding barres – the perfect place to learn to ballet! Or for larger catered events – use Schaul as a catering staging area.
Square Footage | 665 sq. ft.
Max Capacity | 34 people
