Featured Happenings
Events This Week
Pancake breakfast
7:30am / American Legion
Pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, coffee, orange juice. Visit from Santa and the United States Marine Corps!
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Breakfast with Santa
9:00am / Animas River Grille at the DoubleTree
Join us for a magical morning with Santa! Filled with festive bites, cheerful tunes and heartwarming holiday fun for the whole family.
2nd Sundays with Damn the Moon
11:00am / Durango Coffee Company
Damn The Moon is the coming together in 2023 of Durango, Colorado musicians Michael Ryan on Acoustic Guitar and Vocals, Mike Bator on Lead Guitar, Alex...
The Bizarre Bazaar
11:00am / Studio & Gallery
The holiday marketplace where you buy directly from Local artists featuring the work of 17 local artists compacted into the friendly confines of Studio...
Irish Jam
12:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Company
The great sounds of Celtic music and modern Irish tunes are played every Sunday from 12 noon til 3pm. Enjoy special pricing on select pints to make the...
Durango Pet Resort Christmas Market
12:00pm / Durango Pet Resort
Kick off the holidays with shopping, treats, and furry fun at the Durango Pet Resort Christmas Market! Enjoy baked goods from Them Cakes, Dough, festive...
Santa is Coming to Vallecito!
1:00pm / Weminuche Woodfire Grill {North End of Vallecito Lake}
Santa Claus is coming to Vallecito this weekend! He will be arriving via Upper Pine River Fire truck and the kid's will have an opportunity to take...
Merely Players presents It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
2:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents A Christmas Classic - It's A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
Tickets. $33-35
State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara's "Nutcracker"
2:00pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara's "Nutcracker" performs with magnificent sets, a Christmas tree that grows, glittering snowflakes,...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three times to choose from! (4:55pm, 6:30pm, and 8pm)
Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical...
Funk Jam Sessions presented by Jimmy's Music & Supply
5:00pm / 11th Street Station
A jam session for funk, jazz and groove players.
With a rotating host of bands on the second Sunday of each month.
Jam Session Hosts:
From...
Annual Christmas Play
6:00pm / Frontier Baptist Church
The young people of Frontier Baptist Church will be presenting their annual Christmas play entitled “The Value of One”. This heartwarming drama focuses...
Blue Moon Ramblers
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
The Blue Moon Ramblers have been playing the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years! Join us for this entertaining tradition inside the area's...
Ben Gibson
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Influenced from greats both past and present: Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaugh, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, as well as more contemporary greats such as Joe...
Early Bird Weekend Passes to Durango Wine Experience
8:00am / Downtown Durango
Get the best price on the best tickets to Durango Wine Experience, 2026!
Early Bird Weekend Pass: $155 (Save $20)
Early Bird Weekend Pass...
4th Annual Holiday Family Drive ALL WEEK
9:00am / TBK Bank
Spread holiday cheer by supporting local families in need! TBK Bank is once again partnering with Housing Solutions for the Southwest to collect gifts,...
Gingerbread House Contest - Houses on Display All Week
11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category!
Gingerbread homes will be on...
Free Demo: How to Make a Beaded Snowflake
3:30pm / Beads & Beyond
Come and see how to make a beaded snowflake ornament. It's fast and easy and fun for all ages. It's a Durango tradition!
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three times to choose from! (4:55pm, 6:30pm, and 8pm)
Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical...
ASL Learners Group
5:30pm / Sunnyside Library
Learn and practice American Sign Language communication. All levels of ability are welcome. Meets the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month.
Joel Racheff
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Joel Racheff was born in Wyoming, raised in New Mexico, and has spent most of his adult life in good ol' Durango. As a young man, Joel was and continues...
Terry Rickard
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Terry has been entertaining Strater guests and locals for years! Terry grew up playing in rock bands around the Boston area before moving to southern California....
Four Corners AI Conference
8:30am / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
This one-day event brings together community leaders, educators, business owners, technologists, and residents to explore how artificial intelligence can...
Monthly Mindfulness Practice: Boundless Heart
9:00am / Myah Studio
In each session, we will explore, with curiosity, the nature of our own minds. We will investigate our experience through mindfulness practice in a wakeful,...
Holiday Gift Gallery
12:00pm / The Durango Arts Center
Fine art, and hand-crafted items from local artists are for sale, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting education programs at the DAC.
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three times to choose from! (4:55pm, 6:30pm, and 8pm)
Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical...
Trout Tales: a gathering of Anglers
5:30pm / Animas Brewing Company
We know you have some good stories to tell from your fishing adventures in 2025. So come gather, swap fishing stories, and make plans for 2026 all while...
Jason Thies
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Jason Thies is a guitarist, singer and songwriter based out of Durango, Colorado. Since 1999 he has released 5 albums of original music-2 of which (People...
Sean O'Brien
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Sean grew up playing many different instruments, none of which has fascinated him as much as the guitar. He began playing guitar in 2001 in Ojai, CA, and...
Cookbook Club: Cookie Exchange
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
Bake three dozen of your favorite cookie, swap them with everyone else's varieties, and then you'll go home with a diverse and delicious platter...
Hot Springs and Holiday Tunes
6:00pm / Durango Hot Springs
Bring the whole family to Durango Hot Springs this holiday season for fun, music, and festive cheer. Throughout December, enjoy live performances from...
Tuesday Trivia
6:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join us for Trivia Night on the waterfall deck featuring weekly prizes as well as a weekly giveaway for $25 and $50 gift cards to Ernie’s Bar or The...
Naughty Versus Nice: A Holiday Stand-Up Comedy Showdown
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Some comics make the nice list. Some… are definitely getting coal.
Naughty & Nice is a festive stand-up comedy face-off where clean...
Adult Ukulele Concert
7:30pm / The Light Box at Stillwater Music
Come join us for a wonderfully warm and joyful evening filled with the delightful sounds of the ukulele! Our talented group of adult musicians is putting...
Durango Daybreak Rotary Club Meeting
7:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center
The Duurango Rotary Daybreak Club, the"hands On" club is having a talk by Barb Morgan, Karen Preston and Charlotte Pirnat on
Donation of quilts...
Dancing Spirit Holiday Market
10:00am / Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts
Discover one-of-a-kind holiday gifts!
Everything under $50, all handmade by amazing local artists at Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts.
Storytime
11:00am / Durango Public Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, & other fun activities! Perfect for children ages 3+.
Holiday Gift Gallery
12:00pm / The Durango Arts Center
Fine art, and hand-crafted items from local artists are for sale, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting education programs at the DAC.
Wine, Beer, Spirits Tasting
4:00pm / Wagon Wheel Liquors
Weekly tasting at wagon Wheel. depending on the week we have either Wine, Beer, or spirits. Sometimes we have all three. Come in and taste something new...
Teen DIY Gift Making: Scented Bath Salts
4:00pm / Durango Public Library
Need some time to make presents for your friends and family away from prying eyes? Need a last-minute gift idea?
Join us for a DIY gift-making...
Sound Healing Experience
4:30pm / Cancer Support Community Southwest Colorado
An intimate Sound Healing experience - inviting deep restoration, calm, and soulful rebalancing for cancer survivors, caregivers, and family
members.
Step...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three times to choose from! (4:55pm, 6:30pm, and 8pm)
Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical...
Chanukah in Durango
4:30pm / Strater Hotel - Oak Room
Celebrate Chanukah in Durango at the first-ever public Menorah Lighting and Chanukah celebration at the historic Strater Hotel!
Join us...
Donny Johnson
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Donny is a self-proclaimed "Troubador!" He plays the guitar and sings - mostly cover tunes of everyone from working musician Willie Nelson to...
Chuck Hank
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Playing genres ranging from Jazz and Hip Hop to Rock and Bluegrass, Durango's Chuck Hank is breaking boundaries while keeping the vibes smooth. The...
Hot Springs and Holiday Tunes
6:00pm / Durango Hot Springs
Bring the whole family to Durango Hot Springs this holiday season for fun, music, and festive cheer. Throughout December, enjoy live performances from...
Open Mic Music
7:00pm / EsoTerra
Unleash your inner rockstar! Join us every week for an unforgettable night of live music, raw talent, and good vibes. Grab the mic or just enjoy the show!
New...
Jay & Silent Bob's Aural Sects Tour
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
Standing next to one another personally and professionally for over 30 years, Jason Mewes and Kevin Smith have played Jay and Silent Bob in eight different...
Dancing Spirit Holiday Market
10:00am / Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts
Discover one-of-a-kind holiday gifts!
Everything under $50, all handmade by amazing local artists at Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts.
Toddler Time
11:00am / Durango Public Library
Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, & other fun activities! Perfect for children ages 1-2.
Holiday Gift Gallery
12:00pm / The Durango Arts Center
Fine art, and hand-crafted items from local artists are for sale, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting education programs at the DAC.
Craft and Connect
3:00pm / Fort Lewis Mesa Library
A meetup for crafty and creative individuals. Bring a portable hand craft you’re working on or need help with and tap into the community of crafters...
Teen Game Zone
3:30pm / Durango Public Library
Enjoy gaming in the library with a variety of games!
Enjoy gaming in the library with a variety of games! Ages 12-17. Don't miss out!!
DIY Herbal Heat Pads
4:00pm / Durango Public Library
Crafting isn't just fun, it's fundamental for mental health, relaxation, and happiness! Come and explore our awesome craft supplies each month. Follow...
Sip & Stitch - Craft and Wine
4:00pm / Durango Winery
Bring a craft to work on and get 25% off glasses of our locally produced wine. Please no projects involving glitter or paint...
Pint Night!
4:00pm / Lola's Place
Buy a SKA Beer and Keep the Glass! 4PM - Close while supplies last. Limit one per person.
We will have live music from 5PM-7PM with performer...
BOOze & Bites Light Food Tour
4:30pm / Perbacco Cucina Italiana
Durango is known for skiing, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge, picturesque mountains, river rafting, and culinary delights. But the history of...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three times to choose from! (4:55pm, 6:30pm, and 8pm)
Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical...
2026 Durango Snowdown Beer Release
5:00pm / Ska Brewing
For over 45 years people have come together to celebrate SW Colorado’s ultimate Cabin Fever Reliever: Snowdown!
New Limited Release Beer!...
Spanish Conversation Hour
5:30pm / Durango Public Library
Join us for an hour of conversation en español at the library the first and third Thursday of each month! Come practice your Spanish in an informal...
Open Mic Night
5:30pm / Animas City Theatre
5:30pm Sign Ups & Doors. 6:00pm-9:00pm Music
21+ / No Cover Charge
Bluegrass Jam
6:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Company
Local bluegrass musicians gather every Thursday about 6pm to pick and play great bluegrass music. Join us for award winning beer and the great Americana...
Gary Watkins
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Gary’s music is a blend of old standards, blues, country, rock and folk as well as some original compositions. He began playing music in this area at...
Andrew Schuhmann
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Andrew Schuhmann is the San Juanderer, a roaming singer/songwriter and acoustic cover artist celebrating a restlessness in spirit, yet satisfaction with...
Hot Springs and Holiday Tunes
6:00pm / Durango Hot Springs
Bring the whole family to Durango Hot Springs this holiday season for fun, music, and festive cheer. Throughout December, enjoy live performances from...
Powerhouse Trivia Night
6:30pm / The Powerhouse
Join us inside The Powerhouse gallery on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month for Powerhouse Trivia Night! Four rounds of questions always including...
Painting Party - Ski Day
6:30pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece! Everything's included for you to...
Trivia Night
7:30pm / Starlight Lounge
Hosted by Aria PettyOne
Featuring 3 rounds of trivia, prizes, and local drag performances!
Come see if you have the brains to win our grand prize...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Dancing Spirit Holiday Market
10:00am / Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts
Discover one-of-a-kind holiday gifts!
Everything under $50, all handmade by amazing local artists at Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts.
Baby Time
11:00am / Durango Public Library
Baby Time is tailored for babies from birth-12 months together with their favorite adult!
Enjoy 15-20 minutes of early literacy activities...
Holiday Gift Gallery
12:00pm / The Durango Arts Center
Fine art, and hand-crafted items from local artists are for sale, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting education programs at the DAC.
Friday Fun - Afternoon Art
3:30pm / Durango Public Library
Friday afternoons are all about having fun building, playing, exploring, and creating together!
If the has month has a 5th Friday? Drop...
The Majesty of Christmas
4:00pm / St. Mark's Episcopal Church
Presented by the San Juan Symphony's Beyond the Concert Hall Series.
Experience the warmth of the season in an intimate concert of...
Draft Therapy
4:00pm / Ska Brewing
Put yer party pants on, it's the weekend!
Introducing your new Friday afternoon ritual at Ska HQ - Draft Therapy
Kick off the weekend...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three times to choose from! (4:55pm, 6:30pm, and 8pm)
Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical...
Live Irish Music - Tom Wards Downfall
6:00pm / Durango Winery
Celtic Trad jam every Friday evening, now with Irish beer and whiskey specials!
Larry Carver & Friends
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Local talent Larry Carver's melodic and passionate electric lead guitar work covers a wide range of rock, blues, jazz and country!
Dustin Burley
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Dustin's music is a blend of Outlaw Country/Blues/Classic Rock/Folk. He puts his own twist on old classics and blends his original songs through his...
Painting Party - Snow Gently Falling
6:30pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece! Everything's included for you to...
Treasure Hunt
7:00pm / The Subterrain (entrance on 9th)
We really like a good treasure hunt...
Naturally, we wanted to make one for you to come experience in our one-of-a-kind Subterrain space....
The Majesty of Christmas
7:00pm / St. Mark's Episcopal Church
Presented by the San Juan Symphony's Beyond the Concert Hall Series.
Experience the warmth of the season in an intimate concert of...
Musicville and Olympus the Greek Rock Musical
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
The Durango Youth Theater companies at the Durango Arts Center present the double feature Musicville and Olympus the Greek Rock Musical. Directed by Tabatha...
Jazz Church Open Jam Session
7:30pm / The Starlight Lounge
Hosted by a local band, welcoming all players and singers at any ability level. Playing mostly jazz, blues, swing, and funk, Jazz Church is a fun and lively...
The Poppletons
9:00pm / Black Heron Lounge
Doc, Rock, and Chef Poppleton - aka The Poppletons - are a high-energy all-original extended-jam psychedelic rock band. Featuring Lazer Poppleton’s...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
4th Annual Gingerbread Lodge
9:00am / The Black Diamond Lodge
The Black Diamond Lodge Invites the Community to the Fourth Annual Gingerbread Lodge!
A free holiday open house with family fun, live music,...
Dancing Spirit Holiday Market
10:00am / Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts
Discover one-of-a-kind holiday gifts!
Everything under $50, all handmade by amazing local artists at Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts.
Holiday Open House at the Animas Museum
10:00am / Animas Museum
Drop by the Museum between 10am - 4pm for our annual holiday open house. Enjoy the seasonal decorations, some treats, and learn about Christmas in the...
Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up
11:00am / Durango Sustainable Goods
FuZioN Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up! Join us downtown every third Saturday for custom-fit, clasp-less bracelets, anklets & necklaces —fused with love...
Meet & Greet with Santa
11:00am / Durango Harley-Davidson
Bring the whole family and come meet Santa! We’ll have holiday coloring pages, candy canes, and a build-your-own hot cocoa bar waiting for you.
Holiday Gift Gallery
12:00pm / The Durango Arts Center
Fine art, and hand-crafted items from local artists are for sale, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting education programs at the DAC.
Folk Jam
1:00pm / Durango Public Library
Let's make music! Come and join us for an informal "jam session" of traditional and contemporary folk music. Bring your voice and/or an...
Afternoon Tea
1:00pm / Animas River Grille @ The DoubleTree
Savor the season with a festive Afternoon Tea....three delightful courses, premium teas, and timeless holiday charm!
Painting Party - Home for the Holidays
2:00pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece!
Everything's included...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three times to choose from! (4:55pm, 6:30pm, and 8pm)
Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical...
Adam Swanson - Ragtime
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Adam Swanson, our fabulous ragtime in residence, performs ragtime and other favorites. Adam Swanson is one of the world's foremost performers of vintage...
Matt Rupnow
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Matt Rupnow is a Singer/Songwriter who lives in Southwest Colorado. He is writing, recording and performing his unique blend of music he likes to call...
Latin Heat Holiday Party!
7:00pm / Starlight Lounge
7pm Intro to Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue.
8-10pm dance party.
Taught by dance coach Nik Ingvar.
20 for class and...
Musicville and Olympus the Greek Rock Musical
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
The Durango Youth Theater companies at the Durango Arts Center present the double feature Musicville and Olympus the Greek Rock Musical. Directed by Tabatha...
Bar-D Wranglers Christmas Jubilee
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
Durango's much-beloved cowboy crooners come off the Bar-D Ranch for their traditional Christmas show.
Durango Contradance Series
7:30pm / La Plata Senior Center Ballroom
With Deb Comly calling the dances and live music provided by Tom Wards Downfall. Instruction at 7:30, dance starts at 8pm -10pm.
All ages...
