125-Years of Western Block Party

Celebrate the start of the Fall 2026 semester with a free campus block party on the first Friday after students return. Hosted on South Main Street, the event will feature fun live music by Ozomatli and Western’s Music Department, local food vendors, artists, and a beer garden. This celebration marks 125 years of community support and brings together students and the Gunnison community. Hosted in collaboration with OffCenter Design, the Gunnison Arts Center, I Bar, and the Chamber of Commerce.