Featured Happenings

Be Part of the Conversation! At the heart of La Plata County's economic pulse, these gatherings are the most significant meetings in the county, fostering...

Durango & Silverton Summer Train

8:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding...

How to Stay out of a Nursing Home

1:00pm / Durango Senior Center - Window Room

Next in the continuing free series at Durango Senior Center, we will talk about ways to avoid someone taking your decision-making abilities away through...

Durango Public Library Annual Literary Festival Ramona Emerson Book Club

3:00pm / Durango Public Library

In these book clubs, there is no required reading, join us to discuss Ramona's works, writing style, research, and more. Ramona is a Diné (Navajo) writer...

Live Music: Nina Sasaki & Dan Carlson

5:00pm / Lola's Place

Come chill out on the Lola's Place patio and enjoy live music from Nina and Dan! This local duo covers a variety of musical genre's from the past 50 years....

Slow Bluegrass Jam

5:30pm / General Palmer

Are you a beginner/intermediate acoustic music player looking to play more? This weekly jam is welcoming to all players, with a focus on slower tempo improvisation...

Twin Buttes Tuesday

5:30pm / Twin Buttes MTB Trailhead Parking Lot

A weekly Tuesday night mountain bike ride at Twin Buttes for those looking to blow off some steam after work. All mountain bike levels are welcome to join...

Artists Ceramic Workshop with Nolan McPherson

5:30pm / Seed Studio

Seed Studio is excited to welcome back Nolan McPherson to our studio this October to share his knowledge about handbuilding through demonstration and hands-on...

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...

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...

Warhol and Wine - Fall Leaves and Landscapes

6:00pm / Durango Arts Center

In this fun-filled adult class, enjoy a glass of wine or other adult beverage, be exposed to variety of tips, tricks and techniques, as you create a One-of-a-Kind...

Open Mic Night

7:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Open mic every Tuesday, open to performers of all kinds and levels from beginners to experts. Support local live music!

Making A Difference Speaker Series with Elizabeth Smart

7:00pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College

The Community Foundation's Making a Difference Speaker Series is a fundraiser designed to inspire conversation, prompt action, and bring a new perspective...

Wednesday, October 9^th

Durango & Silverton Summer Train

8:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding...

Wonderful Wednesdays for Ages 2 - 5

9:30am / Durango Community Recreation Center

Preschool children will have an opportunity to explore, create, and discover the world around them through engaging, age-appropriate themes. Children will...

Quick & Dirty Downtown Walking Tour

10:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot

For those seeking the highlight reel of Durango's early history, beginning in 1881, through the lens of the Historic Downtown Durango District (Main...

People & Culture Workshop: Positive Workplace Culture

11:30am / Center for Innovation (2nd floor of the Main Mall)

Join us for a People & Culture Workshop, presented by DAHRM: Durango Area Human Resource Managers. Creating a Positive Workplace Culture will be taught...

Durango Public Library Annual Literary Festival Scott Graham Book Club

3:00pm / Durango Public Library

In these book clubs, there is no required reading, join us to discuss Graham's works, writing style, research, and more. Scott is the author of the critically...

Teen Art Lounge

5:00pm / Durango Community Recreation Center

Hang out and get creative in the Teen Art Lounge in the Twilight Room at the Durango Community Recreation Center. All materials included. Express yourself...

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...

Snowdown 2025 Kickoff Party

5:30pm / Public House 701

The 2025 Snowdown theme is Snowdown, The Board Game Edition: It's Your Move. Come gather with our Board of Directors as we kick-off the Snowdown 2025...

Writers & Scribblers Writing Group

6:00pm / Durango Public Library

An open heart is an excellent hook, but how do writers achieve that? Why do some characters grab us so quickly? At our workshop this month, we'll share...

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....

Musically Speaking presented by the San Juan Symphony

6:00pm / Powerhouse Science Center

Join us for a free educational talk 6-7pm Wednesdays before our concert weekend. Hear the stories behind the music from the San Juan Symphony's Maestro...

Open Mic Night w/ Leigh Mikell

7:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks

Bring your talent! Play alone, or with friends. This open mic is run up by the phenomenally talented musicians of ShadowTrapp! So, you are always guaranteed...

San Juan Basin Archaeological Society Meeting and Presentation

7:00pm / Fort Lewis Collage Lyceum

The San Juan Basin Archaeological Society invites the public to a presentation in the Lyceum at the Center of Southwest Studies and on Zoom on Wednesday,...

Karaoke Roulette

8:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Sing a song get a free shot!

Thursday, October 10^th

Durango & Silverton Summer Train

8:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding...

Piedra River Geology Hike - Pagosa

9:00am / Piedra River trailhead

Join San Juan Mountains Association and San Juan National Forest on an interpretive hike to learn more about the geology of the Pagosa District area. These...

Rising River Stewards Event

3:30pm / Fanto Park @ Park Elementary

Join MSI for a day of stewardship and learning at Fanto Park at Park Elementary. Students have the opportunity to support MSI and the City of Durango mark...

Crafternoons (for Adults!)

4:00pm / Durango Public Library

Crafting isn't just for kids! Crafting isn't just fun, it's fundamental for mental health, relaxation, and happiness! Come and explore our...

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...

The Liberty School Presents: Experience Dyslexia - A Simulation

5:30pm / The Liberty School

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month! Join us for a special Dyslexia Simulation Event on Thursday, October 10th, 2024. During this event,...

Speed Networking

5:30pm / Purple Cliffs Offices (2nd Floor Conference Room)

Share your business, your story, and your passions! Speed Networking is a chance to connect, inspire, and learn about other women in our...

Disc Brakes: Maintenance & Adjustment

6:00pm / Durango Tool Library

Sure, you can ride real fast, but can you stop?? In this workshop you will learn about arguably the most important component of your modern bike: disc...

Durango Public Library Annual Literary Festival Durango Poet Laureates

6:00pm / Durango Public Library

Join us for an open mic and an inspiring night of poetry with Esther Belin and Zoe Golden! Register at online at durangogov.org/library to attend.

Andrew Schuhmann

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Andrew is "the San Juanderer", a singer/songwriter and cover artist roaming the Four Corners area, gaining fans everywhere he goes. Always described...

Nerds Night Out Trivia

6:30pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks

Test your Durango knowledge, brush up on Durango history, and municipal government processes. Teams of five will compete for great prizes! Trivia starts...

Hauntings & History Downtown Ghost Tour

7:00pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Train Depot

Downtown Durango is saturated with paranormal activity. You don't need to walk far to get your fill of ghost stories. Main Avenue was once home 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...

The Thanksgiving Play

7:30pm / Fort Lewis College - Mainstage Theater

Good intentions clash with absurd assumptions in Larissa Fasthorse's wickedly funny satire. Join a troupe of teaching artists as they scramble to...

Friday, October 11^th

Durango & Silverton Summer Train

8:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding...

BIDs Coffee and Conversation Meeting

8:30am / TBK Bank Community Room

BID holds a monthly meeting for business owners on the 2nd Friday of every month from 8:30 to 9:30 am at TBK Bank. The agendas for these meetings will...

Pumpkin Festival

10:00am / Jack-A-Lope Acres Farm

Join us this fall when we welcome our favorite season of all! Pumpkin season has finally arrived and we like to celebrate by opening our family farm to...

Fresh Beer Fridays!

3:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ

Every Friday we will tap a one-of-a-kind, unique, special, small-batch brew from our Mod System. Only available at World HQ!

Durango Public Library Annual Literary Festival: Kali Fajardo-Anstine Book Club

3:00pm / Durango Public Library

In these book clubs, there is no required reading, join us to discuss Fajardo-Anstine's works, writing style, research, and more. Kali is the nationally...

Friday Mocktail Happy Hour

3:30pm / Durango Sustainable Goods

We are partnering with TESStastic for "warming spirit" mocktail evenings every Friday from 3:30-6 pm! Come down to the shop to sample or purchase New/Old...

Sunset Pumpkin Tour

4:00pm / Jack-A-Lope Acres Farm

One of our most beloved events that sells out faster than any other is great for couples or families looking for a quieter entertainment experience on...

Quick & Dirty Downtown Walking Tour

5:00pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot

For those seeking the highlight reel of Durango's early history, beginning in 1881, through the lens of the Historic Downtown Durango District (Main...

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...

The Bowmaneers

6:00pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company

You don't want to miss this show , these folks are Amazing! Also ladies $3 pints All Day Open 12-9pm

A Spooky Night at the Pumpkin Patch!

6:00pm / Falfa Pumpkin Patch

Only 2 nights this year! Come celebrate Fall and Halloween with a spooky night in our pumpkin patch. Enjoy hot chocolate, treats, and a movie in the patch,...

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 performance....

POW Stoke Fest

6:30pm / Fort Lewis College Student Union Ballroom

If you like to get outside, get ready for Stoke Fest, an unforgettable film festival presented by Protect Our Winters (POW)! Picture yourself...

Painting Party - Engineer Mountain

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...

Hauntings & History Downtown Ghost Tour

7:00pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Train Depot

Downtown Durango is saturated with paranormal activity. You don't need to walk far to get your fill of ghost stories. Main Avenue was once home to...

Stillwater Music Fall Showcase

7:00pm / The Light Box at Stillwater Music

Join us for Stillwater Music's Fall Showcase at The Light Box! Enjoy rockin' live performances from student bands Soul What, Bad Habit, and Animas Jazz....

The Thanksgiving Play

7:30pm / Fort Lewis College - Mainstage Theater

Good intentions clash with absurd assumptions in Larissa Fasthorse's wickedly funny satire. Join a troupe of teaching artists as they scramble to...

Comedy Night 2.0

8:00pm / The Subterrain

Let's try this again! Live local stand-up comedy, 18&up, $10 at the door no advance tickets

Desiderata with YOPE

9:00pm / Animas City Theatre

$18 / $20 / 21+ Tickets on sale now online & at Animas Trading Company Based in Durango, Colorado, Desiderata emerges from the heart of...

Saturday, October 12^th

Durango & Silverton Summer Train

8:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding...

Durango Farmers Market

9:00am / TBK Bank, Parking Lot

The Durango Farmers Market is a venue for local agriculturalists, ranchers and artisans to meet and share their harvest and talents with the Durango community....

16th Annual Apple Days Festival

9:00am / Durango Farmers Market

Join the Good Food Collective for the 16th Annual Apple Days Festival brought to you by EsoTerra Ciderworks. The festival celebrates our region's apple...

Fire Prevention Day - Smoke Alarms - Make Them Work For You

9:00am / Durango Fire & Rescue

FREE family event at Durango Fire & Rescue Station 1 Learn about Smoke Alarms, make them work for you. • Free drinks and hot...

Semana De Prevencion De Incendios - Alarms De Humo

9:00am / Durango Fire & Rescue

Un evento familiar GRATIS con actividades para ninos. Carros de bomberos, musica y premios, comida y bebidas.

Jack-A-Lope Acres (Big Foot Day)

10:00am / Jack-A-Lope Acres Farm

Join us this fall when we welcome our favorite season of all! Pumpkin season has finally arrived and we like to celebrate by opening our family farm to...

Super Amazing Extraordinary Art Show

10:00am / The Newman Building

The Biggest Little Art Show in Durango featuring small works by Cindy Coleman, Miki Harder, Mariah Kaminsky, Elizabeth Kinahan, Allison Leigh Smith, and...

Saturday Social Brunch on the Patio

10:00am / Laura's Artisan inside Sustainable Goods

Join us on our patio with the red umbrellas. Each Saturday in October for Saturday Social Brunch on the patio. Prefix menu, choice of three...

Legends on the Animas: LBF Super Middle Weight Title Fight in Durango!

10:30am / La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center

World Champion Title boxing match "Legends on the Animas" Coming to Durango! For the first time since 1915, professional boxing is coming...

Figure Drawing Dynamic Dogs

1:00pm / Durango Arts Center

Get comfortable with simple drawing techniques and enjoy the process of Figure Drawing with Man's Best Friend! The La Plata Humane Society...

Discover the Wisdom of your Dreams

1:00pm / Private Residence

Join me for an enriching exploration of your inner world. This interactive workshop will guide you in interpreting and harnessing the profound insights...

Skyhawks Football vs CSU Pueblo

2:00pm / Ray Dennison Memorial Field

Pink Game Presented by CommonSpirit, Alpine Bank, and the Wells Group

Quick & Dirty Downtown Walking Tour

5:00pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot

For those seeking the highlight reel of Durango's early history, beginning in 1881, through the lens of the Historic Downtown Durango District (Main...

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 Music

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...

Painting Party - Proud Buck

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...

Hauntings & History Downtown Ghost Tour

7:00pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Train Depot

Downtown Durango is saturated with paranormal activity. You don't need to walk far to get your fill of ghost stories. Main Avenue was once home to...

All RED party - Feat DJ Sontag

7:00pm / EsoTerra

Dance the night away for a good cause! Featuring DJ Jeff Sontag spinning house and disco late into the night. Why do we call it the RED...

San Juan Symphony Presents Modern Classical Style

7:30pm / Community Concert Hall

The elegance of Mozart and Mendelssohn echoes through Stravinsky, who crystalizes the Classical style in his ballet Pulcinella. Maestro Heuser brings a...

The Thanksgiving Play

7:30pm / Fort Lewis College - Mainstage Theater

Good intentions clash with absurd assumptions in Larissa Fasthorse's wickedly funny satire. Join a troupe of teaching artists as they scramble to...

Bats in our Belfries - A Spooktacular Burlesque Show

8:00pm / The Subterrain

Have a howlin' good time with us and Katya Peepin's Badass Burlesque, creepin in all the way from Denver to put a little fright in your Saturday night! Doors...

Ben Gibson

8:00pm / Sky Ute Casino Resort - 49 Lounge

Live Music with Ben Gibson. Free Admission | Must be 21+

Sunday, October 13^th

Durango & Silverton Summer Train

8:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding...

Quick & Dirty Downtown Walking Tour

10:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot

Two times to choose from: 10am and 5pm For those seeking the highlight reel of Durango's early history, beginning in 1881, through...

Pumpkin Festival

10:00am / Jack-A-Lope Acres Farm

Join us this fall when we welcome our favorite season of all! Pumpkin season has finally arrived and we like to celebrate by opening our family farm to...

Irish jam session

12:30pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company

Come enjoy some Irish Jam! 4$ pints (exclude tulip beers)

Board Game Sundays

2:00pm / Lola's Place

Join us every Sunday afternoon when Guild House Games brings loads of board games to Lola's Place for your pleasure! Compete in your favorite game...

Free Talk - Why Everyone Is Needed

3:00pm / First Church of Christ, Scientist

This one hour talk will explore why everyone's unbreakable connection to an all-good, all-loving God gives everyone permanent worth, bringing progress,...

Apple Days Harvest Dinner

4:00pm / EsoTerra

Come one, come all, for the most delicious way to support The Good Food Collective! Dinner provided by Chou Chou and wines provided by EsoTerra, we couldn't...

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...

Jose Villarreal

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

One of The Strater's favorite talents, Jose Villarreal is originally from Antonito, CO in the San Luis Valley. His roots are deep in the Four Corners with...

Ott. with Bloomurian & DJ I-Gene

8:00pm / Animas City Theatre

HSD Subs Provided by Unify Mountain Soundz $42 / $45 / 21+ Ott has been messing about with sound boxes every day for as long as he...

Sunday Funday

8:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Spin the wheel, win prizes!!

Monday, October 14^th

Durango & Silverton Summer Train

8:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding...

Quick & Dirty Downtown Walking Tour

10:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot

For those seeking the highlight reel of Durango's early history, beginning in 1881, through the lens of the Historic Downtown Durango District (Main...

Dark Side of the Mind Art Exhibit (Tues - Sat)

12:00pm / Durango Arts Center

Thank you for sharing your work! The Durango Arts Center is pleased to invite all local artists to submit their "Spooktacular" artwork for the 2024 Community...

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...

Durango Public Library Annual Literary Festival: Heather Hansman Workshop- Writing About Place

6:00pm / Durango Public Library

Scenes and descriptive stories about landscapes can be the most evocative pieces of literature to read, but they can also be the hardest to write. In a...

Gary Watkins

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

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 the...

Comedy Open-Mic Mondays

7:00pm / The Starlight Lounge

Grab some drinks & join local comedians, first-timers, and storytellers every Monday for their newest jokes & material! Select shows will also feature...

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