BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

Join us for Cocktails at the Castle, a Chamber Business After Hours at Hartman Castle, a historic landmark that continues to play a meaningful role in Gunnison today.


Hartman Castle Preservation Corp. is working to preserve and share the castle as a place for community gathering, cultural connection, and shared experience. Their efforts are rooted in the belief that historic spaces are not just meant to be admired, but actively used and enjoyed by the community.


This event offers a chance to experience that vision in action. By opening the doors to gatherings like this, Hartman Castle continues to connect people to place, history, and each other.


Business After Hours brings together Chamber members, local businesses, nonprofits, and community partners in a relaxed environment focused on connection. Set at the castle, this evening invites you to spend time in a space that reflects the character, history, and future of the Gunnison Valley.


Sponsored by Bluebird Bottleshop, Cocktails at the Castle is a chance to gather, connect, and support the ongoing preservation of one of Gunnison’s most valued places.


We hope you’ll join us for an evening at the castle.

Business After Hours are intentionally designed as more than casual networking. Hosted by Chamber members and open to the broader community, these informal evening events bring together local businesses, nonprofits, and community partners in a welcoming, social setting. Each Business After Hours highlights a featured nonprofit, which is invited to briefly share its mission, programs, and ways to get involved. Events typically include light food and beverages provided by the host, time for open networking, and occasional business or organizational highlights such as tours or short introductions. The intent of Business After Hours is to strengthen connections between local businesses and community organizations across the Gunnison Valley, while having fun along the way.


Business After Hours are held quarterly, creating consistent opportunities for connection without overloading busy schedules.


Chamber members may contact the Chamber to express interest in hosting a Business After Hours event. Hosts may select a nonprofit to feature or request assistance from the Chamber in making a connection, and events may be held at either the host’s business location or at a venue associated with the featured nonprofit. The cost to host is $300, which includes event marketing, promotional materials, and the required liquor license. Hosts provide the venue, food, and beverages.


Business After Hours are typically held on Thursdays from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. Events are open to the broader community and are designed to be informal, accessible, and easy to participate in.



Businesses interested in hosting a Business After Hours event may contact the Chamber Director to express interest. Hosting opportunities are scheduled based on availability and overall program needs.


To start the conversation, contact the Chamber Director at chamberdirector@gunnisonchamber.com