Featured Happenings

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....

Scenic Round Trip Silverton Train - Steam

8:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding 3 1/2 hours each way on this train while spending a nearly 2 hour...

Bayfield Farmers Market

8:00am / Bayfield Farmers Market

Family friendly. Live music. Local produce, meats, honey, eggs, jams, crafts, cold drinks, coffee, playground, mushrooms, food trucks, fun atmosphere...

Paint a Patriotic Mural

9:00am / Hermosa Cafe

You, too, can be an artist! Saunter over to Hermosa Cafe and pick up a paintbrush to participate in the community mural. Each year Hermosa Cafe provides...

Cool Science Day

9:30am / The Powerhouse

Come celebrate Cool Science Day! Marc Straub, from Colorado Springs' traveling Cool Science organization, will be here all day to entertain and engage...

Cascade Canyon Express

9:30am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Experience the world-famous Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad’s iconic canyon views along the highline in just over 5 hours. If you are looking...

Scavenger Hunt

10:00am / Downtown Durango

Take a tour through the decorated storefronts of Downtown Durango in search of clues to win the 4th of July Scavenger Hunt! The Scavenger Hunt starts at...

Quick & Dirty Downtown Walking Tour

10:30am / 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...

2nd Annual Animus on the Animas Durango Boxing Classic

12:00pm / Outside! 10th Street between Main Ave. and Narrow Guage Ave.

Thirty USA Boxing certified amateur boxing matches right in downtown Durango! There will be food, beer, fights, and fun from noon to about 6:00 outside...

Oscar's Cafe Pie Eating Contest

1:30pm / Durango Beer and Ice Company

If you've eaten at Oscar's Cafe here in Durango, then you've seen the HUGE pies behind the counter. (And if you haven't eaten there,...

San Juan Sessions - Live Music at Purgatory Resort

3:00pm / Purgatory Resort

Take a break and enjoy live music in the plaza at Purgatory Resort. San Juan Sessions offer a casual way to spend your afternoon with great tunes and a...

Watermelon Eating Contest

4:00pm / 11th Street Station

It's not summer until you have had watermelon! Join us at 4:00 pm to watch - or compete - in the watermelon eating contest sponsored by 11th Street...

Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers

4:30pm / Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers

Old West Cowboy Music Show and Chuckwagon Supper. Durango's favorite family entertainment since 1969. Bar D Wranglers perform in concert after supper with...

Highline Express

4:30pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Gather your family and friends for a relaxing and peaceful 3.5 hour early evening escape on a historic steam train. Spend quality time with loved ones...

Live Music on the patio with Hal & Melanie McLean

5:00pm / Serious Texas BBQ South

Enjoy live music on the back patio with great food and the river view!

Live Music: Warsaw

5:00pm / Ska Brewing

Join us for an all day event at the Brewery. Food and beer specials all day 11am-8pm and live music from Warsaw at 5pm on the outdoor stage.

Karaoke with Kimmy

6:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Company

Play karaoke roulette and win a free pint! Follow us on FB or IG for karaoke themes or updates.

Live Music On The Patio

6:00pm / The Tangled Horn Pub

Come enjoy some Durango off of Main Street: Where the locals come to party! Music Lineup is updated regularly at www.TheTangledHorn.com and also @TheTangledHorn...

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...

Terry Hartzel

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Originally from Seacaucus, New Jersey, Terry is a master of the keys, playing songs like Cryin' for the Moon, Dust on the Moon and more! He plays...

Ice Cream Social

6:30pm / VFW Post 4031

Stroll down the Animas River Trail and stop at Rotary Park for an evening dinner and concert. The VFH Auxiliary is hosting an Ice Cream social in conjunction...

Civic Winds Jazz Orchestra - Super Hero Swing Concert and Dancing

6:30pm / Rotary Park

Wear your dancing shoes! Buy your dinner and dessert at the VFW Hall and walk across the lane to Rotary Park to enjoy the Civic Winds Jazz Orchestra. Dance...

True Western Roundup - Red, White & Bulls: Pro Bull Fighting

7:00pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds

It's a dance of danger. Professional bull fighters in the ring with 1200-1600 pound ornery animals. Freestyle bullfighting is a style developed in...

Painting Party - Dragonfly in the Cattails

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...

Hauntings & History Downtown Ghost Tour

7:30pm / 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...

DJ Mech Dance Party

10:00pm / 11th Street Station

Dance party in celebration of Indepedence day! Part of the 4th of July Celebration!

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