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Art events

 Sunday, August 3rd
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Meadow Market Brunch & Bazaar
10:00am / Meadow Market
Support local artists & enjoy one of the best Sunday brunches in town! Featuring: Belle and the Bear, Moonbeam Art & Design, Rogue Goat Soap, Animas...
 Monday, August 4th
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Free Demo: Learn To Make Super Strong Stretchy Bracelets
3:00pm / Beads & Beyond
Stop by and see how to make durable stretchy bracelets that will last!
 Wednesday, August 6th
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Palette Knife Fun - On the Fence
7:00pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece! We'll even be using a palette knife...
 Thursday, August 7th
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Durango Open Studio Tour - Call for Artists
8:00am / Durango Open Studio Tour
Durango Open Studio Tour  October 17-19, 2025  https://www.durangoopenstudiotour.com/  durangoopenstudiotour@gmail.com   Event...
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Painting Party - Glowing Tree of Life
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...
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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...
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Survivor of Suicide Loss Support Gathering
5:30pm / Durango Arts Center
The Grief Center of Southwest Colorado is hosting an evening of connection for survivors of suicide loss and their supportive community. The gathering...
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Open Mic Night
7:00pm / Tangled Horn
Hosted by Ryan Blundell and Galen Clark. Bring your talents just to practice or to show off! The super welcoming hosts can provide some backup instrumentation...
 Friday, August 8th
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Painting Party - All Aboard!
6:00pm / 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...
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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....
 Saturday, August 9th
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Grand Opening!
12:00pm / Graze Colorado - Downtown Durango Bistro & Bakery
It's finally happening!   Come Celebrate with us as our Graze Colorado Downtown Bistro is finally ready to open!    Check...
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Painting Party - Aurora Borealis
7:00pm / 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...
 Sunday, August 10th
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Fancy Pants Painting Party
2:00pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a creative experience designing & painting on a favorite clothing item that you will bring to the session.   All painting...
 Monday, August 11th
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Durango Open Studio Tour - Call for Artists
8:00am / Durango Open Studio Tour
Durango Open Studio Tour  October 17-19, 2025  https://www.durangoopenstudiotour.com/  durangoopenstudiotour@gmail.com   Event...
Picture of Free Demo: Learn To Make Super Strong Stretchy Bracelets
Free Demo: Learn To Make Super Strong Stretchy Bracelets
3:00pm / Beads & Beyond
Stop by and see how to make durable stretchy bracelets that will last!
 Wednesday, August 13th
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Secret Circus Summer Series
7:00pm / Animas City Theatre
7:00PM Doors at 6:00PM  All tickets sales are final and cannot be exchanged or used for a different night.   Seated Event - seat selection...
 Thursday, August 14th
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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...
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Open Mic Night
7:00pm / Tangled Horn
Hosted by Ryan Blundell and Galen Clark. Bring your talents just to practice or to show off! The super welcoming hosts can provide some backup instrumentation...
 Friday, August 15th
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Opening Reception - Our Nature: Threshold
5:00pm / Durango Creative District Gallery
Join us for the opening reception of Our Nature: Threshold, a debut group exhibition showcasing the work of five emerging local teen artists: Ari Brown,...
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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....
 Saturday, August 16th
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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...
 Sunday, August 17th
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Cloisonne Project
6:00pm / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
In this two-evening class, students will take a deep dive into one of the most iconic and beautiful metal art forms: cloisonne enamel.   Enamel...
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Live Standup Comedy with Ryan O'Flanagan (New Girl, Abbott Elementary)
6:30pm / Lower Left Studio
Get ready to laugh, Durango! Los Angeles-based comedian and actor Ryan O'Flanagan is bringing his sharp wit and hilarious storytelling to Lower Left...
 Monday, August 18th
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Durango Open Studio Tour - Call for Artists
8:00am / Durango Open Studio Tour
Durango Open Studio Tour  October 17-19, 2025  https://www.durangoopenstudiotour.com/  durangoopenstudiotour@gmail.com   Event...
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Cloisonne Project
6:00pm / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
In this two-evening class, students will take a deep dive into one of the most iconic and beautiful metal art forms: cloisonne enamel.   Enamel...
 Thursday, August 21st
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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...
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Open Mic Night
7:00pm / Tangled Horn
Hosted by Ryan Blundell and Galen Clark. Bring your talents just to practice or to show off! The super welcoming hosts can provide some backup instrumentation...
 Friday, August 22nd
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Pagosa Springs Artists Studio Tour
10:00am / Various studios
Local artists open their studios to share their creative process. Self-guided, free.
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Ragged Oak, The Western Wallflowers, & Westfield
6:30pm / Cold Storage Art Co
Distorted guitars, ambient soundscapes, projection, and unapologetic artist expression. Tickets are $10 at the door.
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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....
 Saturday, August 23rd
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Pagosa Springs Artists Studio Tour
10:00am / Various studios
Local artists open their studios to share their creative process. Self-guided, free.
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Sip & Scene: Aspen Landscapes
5:00pm / Sun Sapphires
Unwind, sip, and create!   Join us for a relaxed and inspiring happy hour class where art meets indulgence. Enjoy complimentary drinks while...
 Sunday, August 24th
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Pagosa Springs Artists Studio Tour
10:00am / Various studios
Local artists open their studios to share their creative process. Self-guided, free.
 Thursday, August 28th
Picture of Sip & Stitch - Craft and Wine
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...
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Open Mic Poetry Nite
6:00pm / Create Art & Tea
Are you a Writer? Poet? Lyricist? Spoken Word? Musician? Actor? Our open mic nite is for you -or- just stop in and enjoy the journey. All are welcome…...
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Open Mic Night
7:00pm / Tangled Horn
Hosted by Ryan Blundell and Galen Clark. Bring your talents just to practice or to show off! The super welcoming hosts can provide some backup instrumentation...
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Live Standup Comedy with Rodney Norman
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Get ready for an excellent night of live stand-up comedy, Durango! Social media sensation Rodney Norman is coming to the Durango Arts Center with his honest,...
 Friday, August 29th
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The Great Animas City Night Bazaar
4:00pm / Memorial Park (29th Street Put-in)
This season, we're going all in on one Great Bazaar, featuring our usual unusual medley of river pirates, local artists, tasty vittles, lip-smacking...
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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....
 Wednesday, September 3rd
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An Evening with Harriet Tubman
6:00pm / Ignacio Community Library
Join us for an evening with Chautauqua Speaker Becky Stone, who will give a presentation and answer questions as famed abolitionist and Underground Railroad...
 Friday, September 5th
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Durango First Friday
4:00pm / Downtown Durango
Celebrate Durango's creative side! Hosted by the Durango Creative District, explore this evening of music, original performances, featured artist...
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The ArtRoom Collective First Friday Artist Social
5:30pm / The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley Bldg
Join us for an ArtRoom Artist Social! All are welcome to come talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired....
 Thursday, September 11th
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Crafternoons
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...
 Wednesday, September 17th
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Chasing Ghosts: A Ride with the American West's Most Notorious Outlaw
6:30pm / Center of Southwest Studies - Lyceum
A Conversation with Brett Davis and Andrew Gulliford   A modern-day crew of adventurers goes back in time to the age of the western outlaw...
 Friday, September 19th
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Autumn Gallery Walk
5:00pm / Toh-Atin Gallery
As part of Durango's Annual Autumn Gallery Walk,Toh-Atin Gallery will feature a vintage jewelry collection featuring over 150 new items from a very special...
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Durango Art Galleries Autumn Gallery Walk
5:00pm / Downtown Durango and the Smiley Building
Durango's ten art galleries invite you to join them in celebrating Fall! Meet our artists, see our new collections, enjoy a cultural, social event on the...
 Saturday, September 20th
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Durango Autumn Arts Festival
10:00am / Durango Arts Center
Celebrating 31 years of presenting fine art and fine craft by makers from around the country, this festival takes place amidst the fall colors on quaint...
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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...
 Sunday, September 21st
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Durango Autumn Arts Festival
10:00am / Durango Arts Center
Celebrating 31 years of presenting fine art and fine craft by makers from around the country, this festival takes place amidst the fall colors on quaint...
 Monday, September 22nd
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Prong Setting
1:00pm / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
In this 3 1/2 to hour class you will learn how to make a soldered prong setting. This technique works well for irregular shaped objects such as ammonites...
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Prong Setting
6:00pm / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
In this 3 1/2 to hour class you will learn how to make a soldered prong setting. This technique works well for irregular shaped objects such as ammonites...
 Wednesday, September 24th
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Secret Circus Summer Series
7:00pm / Animas City Theatre
7:00PM Doors at 6:00PM  All tickets sales are final and cannot be exchanged or used for a different night.    Seated Event - seat selection...
 Thursday, September 25th
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Open Mic Poetry Nite
6:00pm / Create Art & Tea
Are you a Writer? Poet? Lyricist? Spoken Word? Musician? Actor? Our open mic nite is for you -or- just stop in and enjoy the journey. All are welcome…...
 Saturday, September 27th
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Overlay Bracelet
10:00am / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
In this six-hour, one day class (choose either Saturday or Sunday), you will create a sterling silver bracelet with overlay, a technique that involves...
 Sunday, September 28th
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Overlay Bracelet
10:00am / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
In this six-hour, one day class (choose either Saturday or Sunday), you will create a sterling silver bracelet with overlay, a technique that involves...
 Thursday, October 2nd
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Horizons Fall Photography Conference
4:00pm / Sky Ute Casino Resort and Hotel
Elevate your photography skills, explore new creative ideas and concepts, and connect with like-minded nature photographers who share your passion for...
 Friday, October 3rd
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Horizons Fall Photography Conference
8:00am / Sky Ute Casino Resort and Hotel
Elevate your photography skills, explore new creative ideas and concepts, and connect with like-minded nature photographers who share your passion for...
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Durango First Friday
4:00pm / Downtown Durango
Celebrate Durango’s creative side! Hosted by the Durango Creative District, explore this evening of music, original performances, featured artist showcases...
Picture of The ArtRoom Collective First Friday Artist Social
The ArtRoom Collective First Friday Artist Social
5:30pm / The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley Bldg
Join us for an ArtRoom Artist Social! All are welcome to come talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired....
 Saturday, October 4th
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Horizons Fall Photography Conference
8:00am / Sky Ute Casino Resort and Hotel
Elevate your photography skills, explore new creative ideas and concepts, and connect with like-minded nature photographers who share your passion for...
 Sunday, October 5th
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Horizons Fall Photography Conference
8:00am / Sky Ute Casino Resort and Hotel
Elevate your photography skills, explore new creative ideas and concepts, and connect with like-minded nature photographers who share your passion for...
 Thursday, October 9th
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Crafternoons
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...
 Saturday, October 18th
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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...
 Thursday, October 23rd
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Open Mic Poetry Nite
6:00pm / Create Art & Tea
Are you a Writer? Poet? Lyricist? Spoken Word? Musician? Actor? Our open mic nite is for you -or- just stop in and enjoy the journey. All are welcome…...
 Friday, November 7th
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Durango First Friday
4:00pm / Downtown Durango
Celebrate Durango’s creative side! Hosted by the Durango Creative District, explore this evening of music, original performances, featured artist showcases...
Picture of The ArtRoom Collective First Friday Artist Social
The ArtRoom Collective First Friday Artist Social
5:30pm / The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley Bldg
Join us for an ArtRoom Artist Social! All are welcome to come talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired....
 Thursday, November 13th
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Crafternoons
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...
 Saturday, November 15th
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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...
 Thursday, November 27th
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Open Mic Poetry Nite
6:00pm / Create Art & Tea
Are you a Writer? Poet? Lyricist? Spoken Word? Musician? Actor? Our open mic nite is for you -or- just stop in and enjoy the journey. All are welcome…...
 Friday, December 5th
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Durango First Friday
4:00pm / Downtown Durango
Celebrate Durango’s creative side! Hosted by the Durango Creative District, explore this evening of music, original performances, featured artist showcases...
Picture of The ArtRoom Collective First Friday Artist Social
The ArtRoom Collective First Friday Artist Social
5:30pm / The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley Bldg
Join us for an ArtRoom Artist Social! All are welcome to come talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired....
 Thursday, December 11th
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Crafternoons
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...
 Saturday, December 13th
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Frosty's Craft Fair
9:00am / Bayfield High School
Enjoy a full day of Christmas shopping at Frosty's Craft Fair. Vendors, food, door prizes, silent auction. Free entry! This is a great opportunity to pick...
 Saturday, December 20th
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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...
 Friday, May 8th
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Durango Galleries Spring Gallery Walk
5:00pm / Durango Galleries Spring Gallery Walk
Durango's twelve art galleries invite you to join them in celebrating Spring! Meet our artists, see our new collections, enjoy a cultural, social...
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