Upcoming Events

March 24 - March 25

We are thrilled to be bringing live traditional music back to Durango in March of 2023 with Runa, The Jeremiahs, On the Lash, and Téada! Mark your calendars for March 24...

St. Mark’s Episcopal Church

March 12 - March 18

In cooperation with the Four Corners Music Teachers Association, the Durango Bach Festival opens with two student recitals Sunday, March 12 at 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. at St. M...

Downtown Durango

March 1 - March 11

The 18th Annual Durango Independent Film Festival will be held in theaters March 1- 5, 2023, and virtually March 6-11, 2023. The festival kicks off March 1 with free m...

Silverton- Blair Street

February 18 - February 19

As one of the most popular winter events in the area, skijoring draws thousands to Silverton each year. Visitors watch as skiers, who are holding onto ropes attached to a...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

February 11 - February 12

Celebrate Valentine's Day as you experience turn-of-the-century ambiance with your love. Ride the historic, steam-powered narrow gauge train and travel along the Animas R...

Downtown Durango

February 3 @ 6:00 pm

Durango’s only nighttime parade, where lighted floats create a dazzling delight in Durango’s most entertaining procession along Main Avenue. Entrants are encouraged t...

Durango

January 27 - February 5

Hear ye, hear ye! The 44th annual Snowdown Durango kicks off January 27, 2023 with the theme A Shakespearian Revelry, A Week With the Bard. Get your medieval and Elizabet...

Winter Lake Parking Lot

January 14 @ 1:00 pm - March 18 @ 3:00 pm

Love to play in the snow? Want to learn more about winter in the San Juans? Join SJMA and Mountain Studies Institute for our special winter hike series, Snow Science & So...

Animas City Theatre

January 6 @ 7:00 pm

Animas City Theater welcomes Michal Menert and Late Night Radio. Menert is considered the godfather of Electro Soul and Alex Medellin of Late Night Radio brings his hypno...

Durango Nordic Center

January 6 @ 6:00 pm

One way to beat the darkness of this time of year is to get outside and enjoy it! While experiencing the alpine glow of the Twilight Peaks and the rise of the full moon, ...

Animas City Theatre

December 31, 2022 @ 8:30 pm

Animas City Theatre presents a New Year's Eve Disco Party featuring DJ Matteo with an all vinyl set. There will be a complimentary champagne toast at midnight and priz...

Diamond Belle Saloon

December 31, 2022 @ 5:00 pm

Adam Swanson is Diamond Belle Saloon's fabulous ragtime in residence and is one of the world’s foremost performers of vintage, American popular music; including ragtime...

Purgatory Resort

December 31, 2022

Come join the party at Purgy's to bring in the new year! The bar and cafeteria are open until midnight for late night food and drink. New Year’s Eve Torchlight P...

Ski Beach

December 22, 2022 @ 2:00 pm

Bring your little ones to see Santa & Mrs. Claus at Ski Beach at Purgatory Resort on Thursday, December 22nd. They will be at the beach area from 2 to 3:30pm for kids to ...

Durango Arts Center

December 17, 2022 @ 1:00 pm

Bring your pet to The Durango Arts Center on December 17th for some holiday clay creations. Together you and your furry friend will create clay pet paw ornament or medall...

Fort Lewis College Community Concert Hall

December 15, 2022 @ 7:30 pm

Returning again for the holidays is The Bar D Wranglers popular "Christmas Jubilee". A traditional, cowboy Christmas show! This holiday event combines beloved Christmas...

TBK Bank

December 14, 2022 @ 3:00 pm

Santa and his crew are visiting TBK Bank! Bring your family to this free community event for holiday crafts, letters to Santa, caroling with Durango Choirs, cookies, coco...

La Plata County Fairgrounds

December 10, 2022 @ 9:00 am

Meet our regular and new local Artisans bringing an assortment of quality handmade holiday gift items. Plus, you can pick up the last of the season's fresh vegetables, me...

Fort Lewis College Community Concert Hall

December 9, 2022 - December 11, 2022

A tradition at the Community Concert Hall, the "Nutcracker" performed by the highly-acclaimed State Street Ballet of Santa Barbra will be returning to Durango this Decemb...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

December 2, 2022 @ 12:00 pm - December 4, 2022 @ 5:00 pm

Get into the spirit of the season with the Festival of Trees & Wreaths, a free and family friendly holiday tradition! Event-goers will tour an enchanted forest of Christm...

La Plata County Fairgrounds

December 2, 2022 - December 4, 2022

There will be fine art and amazing crafts at this 3 day event! Come meet the creative people from the Four Corners. Over 80 local vendors will be offering paintings...

Downtown Durango

December 2, 2022

This year's event takes place on Friday, December 2, 2022, lasting all day until 9pm. It features more than 50 downtown merchants at the event. It’s being set up by Bea...

Durango Arts Center

November 22, 2022 - January 12

No holiday shopping experience is complete without a stop at the Durango Arts Center! The new gift gallery features a diverse selection of artists with one-of-a-kind cre...

TBK Bank Parking Lot

November 19, 2022 @ 9:00 am

The Thanksgiving Market will feature locally grown veggies, meats, cheeses and more for your Thanksgiving dinner! Plus, get a jump on your holiday shopping with unique an...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

November 18, 2022 - January 1

Join the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad for the holiday classic, THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride, a magical theatrical interpretation of the classic tale of a chi...

La Plata County Fairgrounds

November 5, 2022 @ 8:00 am

More than 10,000 items to choose from! New and used ski and snowboard equipment for sale at prices that cannot be beat. In addition to the vendors, local individuals w...

Durango Arts Center

October 28, 2022 - October 30, 2022

Come and be a part of the Rocky Horror experience at the DAC. New Location, Same Crazy Fun! For its 15th year The Rocky Horror Show returns to Durango. Sing and dance th...

Smiley Cafe

October 14, 2022 - October 16, 2022

Free to the public. All artists and public are welcome. Friday, October 14, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm: Taster Art Exhibition at Smiley Cafe Friday, October 15, 10:00 am - 4:0...

Purgatory Resort

October 13, 2022

The collegiate mountain bike national championship is coming to Purgatory Resort! Stay tuned for more details, and plan to be here for four days of racing with the bes...

The Smiley Building

October 8, 2022 @ 5:00 pm

Local First invites foodies, friends, and localist to celebrate La Plata County’s abundance of fresh produce, grass-fed meats, and exceptional cuisine at the 6th annual...

Falfa Pumpkin Patch

October 7, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - October 21, 2022 @ 8:30 pm

Come see our spooky animated monsters come to life!  Hot chocolate, treats, and a Halloween movie are included with the price of admission. Costumes and flashlights enco...

The ArtRoom Collective

September 17, 2022 @ 10:00 am

The ArtRoom Collective Autumn Exhibition and Market includes demonstrations at 3:00 pm from Christy Garrou (canvas stretching) and 4:00 pm from Sharon Abshagen (oil paint...

La Plata County Fairgrounds

September 17, 2022 @ 9:00 am

National Association of Timetable Collectors sponsored Railroad, Bus, Airline, and Marine Timetable / Railroad Memorabilia Show. Open to the public, vendors welcome. A...

The Powerhouse

September 17, 2022 - January 1

Overcoming environmental and cultural challenges can make for unexpected partnerships that result in extraordinary outcomes. At Roots of Wisdom: Native Knowledge. Shared ...

Durango Arts Center

September 17, 2022 - September 18, 2022

Join us September 17-18 in beautiful, historic downtown Durango to celebrate the Annual Durango Autumn Arts Festival. A regional destination event held on quaint Second A...

The ArtRoom Collective

September 16, 2022 @ 5:00 pm

The Fall Art Walk at The ArtRoom Collective features a demonstration at 5:00 pm from Diane Thornton (DKTDesigns Fine Beaded Jewelry). The ArtRoom Collective at The Smi...

11th Street Station

August 28, 2022 - November 6, 2022

Free jazz, funk, and soul jam hosted by iAM MUSIC faculty every other Sunday at 11th Street Station. All skill levels are welcome and encouraged to this free jam session!...

La Plata County Fairgrounds

August 12, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

The La Plata County Fair is pleased to announce this year's "Friday at the Fair" Concert will feature the incomparable Asleep at the Wheel. The 10 time Grammy winning wes...

Tico Time River Resort RV Park

August 4, 2022 - August 7, 2022

“A PsycheJerryJamGrassReggaeFunk Affair” MUSIC – LATE NIGHT JAMS – YOGA – VW BUS VILLAGE – ART...

Sunray Park & Casino

July 30, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

The #1 Bachelorette Destination showcases interactive, choreographed routines to thumping beats and dazzling light shows. The on-stage seats put you front and center for ...

Purgatory Resort

July 16, 2022 - July 17, 2022

The BME Durango Purgatory event will take place on July 16 and July 17 in the majestic San Juan Mountains of Colorado. Racers can expect two big days of racing, including...

Mild to Wild Rafting

July 4, 2022

On July 4th, 2022, be part of Mild to Wild’s 4th of July Rafting Parade that flows through the heart of Durango on the Lower Animas River. If you book a rafting trip on...

Powerhouse Science Center

July 3, 2022 @ 4:00 pm - September 4, 2022 @ 7:00 pm

Join us for Rockin’ on the River, a free music series on five Sunday’s throughout the Summer at The Powerhouse. This family friendly music series will feature local a...

Durango

July 1, 2022 - July 4, 2022

July 4th celebration in Historic Downtown Durango will feature a whole weekend of festivities and events! Things will kick off on Friday in Buckley Park with Outdoor Mov...

Three Springs Plaza

June 30, 2022 @ 8:00 pm

Outdoor movie nights at Three Springs Plaza are back! Join us for a free movie under the stars at Three Springs Plaza: TOGO, rated PG. Movie starts at dusk which is ju...

Durango

June 23, 2022 - June 27, 2022

Durango Pride Week is a 5 day celebration of our LGBTQIA2S+ community! Get out and show your pride at some of these events. Thu, June 23: Pride Trivia & Lip Sync B...

Durango Sports Club

June 11, 2022 @ 8:00 am

The Steamworks Half Marathon will take place in the San Juan Mountains on June 11, 2022. This high-elevation, 13.1 mile race will take place at 6,500 feet above sea level...

Buckley Park

June 3, 2022 @ 7:30 pm - August 19, 2022 @ 10:00 pm

Free outdoor movies are offered every other Friday for families this summer. The location switches between Buckley Park and on the lawn behind the Recreation Center in th...

Fort Lewis College

May 29, 2022 @ 8:00 am

Since 1978 the Narrow Gauge 10 Mile Run has been one of Durango’s oldest Memorial Day traditions. The 10-mile course showcases the Fort Lewis College rim, the Animas Ri...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

May 6, 2022 @ 11:00 am

Join us for “Narrow Gauge Day” on May 6th—our annual celebration to kick off the Silverton Summer Train season that begins May 7. Between 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, enjoy ...

Tico Time River Resort RV Park

May 5, 2022 - May 8, 2022

Sangha Fest celebrates wellness, community, spiritual growth and personal development through yoga, breath, music, meditation, movement, art, dance, nature, ceremony, and...

Rotary Park

May 3, 2022 @ 5:00 pm

The Durango Bluegrass Meltdown presents KidsPick in the Park at Rotary Park. A live bluegrass performance will be followed by a kids pickin' circle, with free instrument ...

Powerhouse Science Center

May 1, 2022 - September 3, 2022

The Powerhouse will be hosting Medieval to Metal: The Art & Evolution of Guitar in the main exhibit gallery from May 1, 2022-September 3, 2022. Presented locally by Alpin...

Durango Cowboy Church

April 8, 2022 @ 6:00 pm

The Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering will host a steak dinner/live music fundraiser featuring the Second Chance Band on Friday, April 8th at 6:00 pm at the Durango Cowboy ...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

April 2, 2022 - May 8, 2022

The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is hosting former Rio Grande Southern Railcar, The Goose No.5, for excursion operations from Durango to the Event Park, Ca...

Purgatory Resort

March 12, 2022 @ 10:00 am

The McDonald’s Cardboard Derby at Purgatory Resort is a classic winter competition you won’t want to miss! Build your derby racer out of cardboard and duct tape only,...

Purgatory Resort

March 5, 2022 @ 11:00 am

Get ready for the whackiest race ever in Durango! It’s on the tubing hill. Run up and tube down. Repeat! Most laps wins! Oh, and it’s a relay race! Register ...

Purgatory Resort

February 26, 2022 - February 27, 2022

At this annual fundraiser for the Adaptive Sports Association of Durango, skiers with and without disabilities ski side-by-side to support ASA’s mission to make outdoor...

Purgatory Resort

February 26, 2022 - February 27, 2022

It’s the 19th annual Ski Bike Rally! This is the longest running ski bike festival in the country! If you have a ski bike, this is the weekend to bring it! There�...

Purgatory Resort

February 19, 2022

Come join other Telemark skiers for a great day on the mountain! Whatever your skill level, you’ll enjoy camaraderie with like-minded enthusiasts while trying new ge...

Duranglers

February 5, 2022 @ 1:00 pm - March 5, 2022 @ 2:00 pm

Our Fly Tying 101 is a great introduction to the lifelong pursuit of fly tying if you’ve always wanted to learn to tie your own flies but don’t know where to start. W...

Duranglers

January 13, 2022 @ 8:00 pm - March 10, 2022 @ 10:00 pm

Our Open Fly Tying Night is for any and all interested in fly tying. Bring your own tools, materials, supplies, snacks, beverages, and just tie! Although this is not a...

Powerhouse Science Center

January 10, 2022 - March 27, 2022

A new photographic exhibit, Living with Wolves, comes to the Powerhouse Science Center through March 27, 2022. This free exhibit explores the secrets of one of the world�...

Purgatory Resort

January 9, 2022 @ 9:00 am

Come try all the latest gear! Just $20 for unlimited demos, all day long. Your favorite local shops will be on the mountain offering demos of their newest skis and snowbo...

January 7, 2022

Durango Winter Pride started in January 2017 at Purgatory Resort north of Durango. The Festival has seen performances by “Latrice Royale” from Ru Paul’s Drag Race S...

Animas City Theatre

December 31, 2021 @ 9:30 pm - January 1, 2022 @ 12:00 am

Join the Secret Circus Society’s sensual show IllumiNAUGHTY. Unlock the door to the unknown, the sexy, and the strange. Ring in the New Decade with us as we pierce the ...

Union Social Hosue

December 31, 2021 @ 9:00 pm - January 1, 2022 @ 3:00 am

The Union Social House will be hosting a Roaring 20s Party for New year's Eve! It's going to be a fun filled night, with music and dancing, appetizers and Prohibition sty...

Derailed Pour House

December 31, 2021

Head to Derailed Pour House on Tuesday the 31st of December 2021 at 6PM for live music by Mr. Black and the masquerade party of the year. VIP tickets are on sale for $225...

Downtown Durango

October 31, 2021 @ 7:30 pm

Join Horsefly History Tours on this special Halloween Underground Tour. Downtown Durango is saturated with paranormal activity. You don’t need to walk far to get you...

Narrow Gauge Railroad

October 20, 2021 @ 8:30 pm - October 31, 2021 @ 9:30 pm

Join resident paranormal observer and Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad museum curator Jeff Ellingson, as he guides you on a fascinating walking tour of some ...

Downtown Durango

October 15, 2021 @ 6:00 pm

Hot air balloons will light up the sky in Downtown Durango at the balloon glow in the 500 block of Main in front of the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot. ...

La Plata County Fairgrounds

October 9, 2021 @ 10:00 am

What A Girl Wants is a fun and informational event geared towards all women. It will include a variety of products, services, information and entertainment. Vendors inclu...

TBK Bank Parking Lot

October 9, 2021 @ 9:00 am

Join the Good Food Collective and the Durango Farmers Market for the 13th Annual Apple Days Festival, brought to you by The Ore House Restaurant. The festival celebrates ...

Purgatory Resort

September 25, 2021

Have you ever stood at the bottom of a mountain, staring up at the top, think to yourself: "I wonder if I could run all the way up there?" Well, now you're going o find o...

Mesa Verde National Park

August 4, 2021 - November 11, 2021

Mesa Verde waives it's entry fee several times each year. This is due to efforts to encourage everyone to visit their national park, and applies to all national parks....

Durango Arts Center

July 15, 2021 @ 7:00 pm

The Durango Pride Talent Show takes place on Thursday, July 15th from 7 pm to 9:30 pm at the Durango Arts Center. This is an 18+ event. ...

11th Street Station

July 11, 2021 @ 10:00 am - September 5, 2021 @ 2:00 pm

Durango Creative District presents an outdoor Art Market at the 11th Street Station every Sunday from 10 am to 2 pm from July 11 to September 5. The Art Market will provi...

Downtown Durango

July 8, 2021 - July 11, 2021

Come out for the Annual Rocky Mountain UkeFest beginning July 8th and running through July 11th on the campus of Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado and in venues aro...

Durango

July 2, 2021 - October 1, 2021

Introducing the Durango BMX Mountain Bike Open Series! The first Friday of every month June until October we will be holding mountain bike open races! Riders will be sepa...

Durango

June 30, 2021 @ 5:00 pm - October 30, 2021 @ 8:00 pm

The great Animas City passeggiata returns! We'll see you back on the streets each last Wednesday of the month from 5-8 pm June till October! Check out our mobile-enabled ...

Buckley Park

June 26, 2021 @ 5:00 pm

Join the Rainbow Youth Center for costumes, cosplay, and concerts! Welcome to SUPER PRIDE! Join us for our socially distanced Summer Fundraiser at Buckley Park. With l...

Durango

June 13, 2021 - June 18, 2021

Ride The Rockies in an event of The Denver Post Community Foundation. The Denver Post Community Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, serves to improve and enri...

Downtown Durango

May 14, 2021

Take a stroll through downtown Durango and visit the many art galleries. View participating galleries here....

Starlight Lounge

May 13, 2021 @ 7:30 pm - August 26, 2021 @ 9:30 pm

Join us at the Starlight Lounge every Thursday from 7:30 to 9:30 pm for trivia night hosted by Aria Pettyone. Drag - Trivia - Prizes. Social Distancing & CDC Guidelines W...

Durango Arts Center

November 20, 2020 @ 12:00 pm - December 23, 2020 @ 6:00 pm

A signature community event, the Durango Arts Center’s Winter Solstice Artisans’ Market (WSAM) is a much anticipated destination for holiday shopping amongst locals a...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

March 17, 2020 @ 9:45 am

Time to get your Irish on! Come join us on the Shamrock Express Train bound for Cascade Canyon deep in the San Juan National Forest! The train departs at 9:45 am and ret...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

February 15, 2020 - February 16, 2020

This will be a Durango & Silverton excursion with multiple run-by opportunities on both the northbound and southbound legs of the journey. The locomotive used will be eit...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

February 1, 2020 - February 16, 2020

The winter Cascade Canyon excursion departs daily from Durango and leads you on a 26-mile journey through the San Juan National Forest and along the Animas River in the c...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

December 21, 2019 - January 1, 2020

Join us for a special holiday narration experience! On the Holiday Narration San Juan Coach, not only will you learn about the railroad, Durango and the Animas Valley, bu...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

October 5, 2019 - October 20, 2019

Join us for PEANUTS The Great Pumpkin Patch Express! Take a 1/2 hour train ride to the Pumpkin Patch, where children will get a trick-or-treat bag and hear a special read...

Mild to Wild Rafting

October 1, 2019

Join us September 23rd through October 1st for a Fall Foliage jeep tour during Colorado's Peak Week of the colors changing! Experience incredible fall colors on a special...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

September 28, 2019 @ 10:00 am

What better way to experience spectacular fall colors! Hop aboard a historic steam train in Durango and travel through the Animas Valley and on up and over the dramatic h...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

September 20, 2019 - September 22, 2019

Photographer's Special trains allow photographers to detrain at pre-determined locations along the route to experience and photograph the San Juan Mountains. These trains...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

September 1, 2019 - September 29, 2019

All aboard the Wine Train! You will depart at 10:00am from the Durango Depot. While on the train, the wineries will introduce themselves, offer you wine samplings fr...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

August 3, 2019 @ 10:00 am - August 31, 2019 @ 4:30 pm

What better way to experience spectacular fall colors! The Durango Brew Train has 3 dates in August, with two separate adventures offered. On August 3rd and 10th, hop ...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

July 23, 2019 - August 14, 2019

New for 2019, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad has introduced the Cascade Canyon Express, a brand-new excursion series set to begin on June 17 and run throug...

Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

April 1, 2019 @ 9:45 am - May 3, 2019 @ 2:45 pm

The Spring Cascade Canyon excursion departs daily from Durango and leads you on a 26-mile journey through the San Juan National Forest and along the Animas River in the c...