Featured Happenings
Events on this Day
Scenic Round Trip Silverton Train (Diesel)
8:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding 3 1/2 hours each way on this diesel train plus spend 2 hours in the historic mining town of Silverton to enjoy...
Veterans Friday Morning Coffee
8:00am / American Legion Post 28
Please join us for coffee and refreshments (Doughnuts)
Families and Veteran caregivers welcome.
Free no cost
Just...
La Plata County Fair
8:00am / La Plata County Fair grounds
Celebrating the work of all the community in La Plata County with 4-H shows, rodeo events, food vendors, and competitions from food preservation to local...
Stillwater Music Creative Music Conservatory
9:00am / Fort Lewis College
Stillwater Music is excited to host the Creative Music Conservatory for violin, viola, cello, and bass students ages 7-18.
At the Creative...
Dog Days of Summer Sale with LPCHS
9:00am / Durango Nursery & Supply
We're so excited to be partnering with La Plata County Humane Society for our Dog Days of Summer Sale this year!
Join us August 3rd through...
Scenic Round Trip Silverton Train (Steam)
9:00am / 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...
San Juan Nature Hike
10:00am / Andrews Lake
Want to know more about nature? Flora, fauna, geology, clouds, water, you name it: our trusty crew of volunteer naturalists can enlighten you while on...
Juried Members Show
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Barbara Conrad Gallery
Local member artists have envisioned Colorado - the Next 150 years in a variety of media. The exhibit allows artists and audiences to imagine Colorado’s...
The Carnival at the Fair
12:00pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center
Enjoy the Carnival while the Fair is in town!
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...
FuZion Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up
4:00pm / Sustainable Goods + Revival Goods
Kick off your weekend with a little sparkle. Swing by Sustainable Goods after work, bring. a friend, and treat yourself to something fun! Enjoy FuZion...
Glassblowing Demonstration & Artist Social
4:00pm / The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley Bldg
Glassblowing FUN….damentals! Please come join Patricia Davidson for a glassblowing/flame working demonstration. Come learn about the magic, alchemy and...
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...
First Friday Open House
4:30pm / TohAtin Gallery
Live music by Leah Orlikowski
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New jewelry selection by Sylvana Apache and Randy Secatero.
Pottery and paintings by Santa Clara and Kiowa artist Dean...
Rooftop Live Music
5:00pm / Rooftop Lounge at River's Edge
The Rooftop Lounge at River's Edge hosts Live Music every Friday throughout the summer. Come and enjoy high-end cocktails, great snacks, one of the most...
Tony De Luz: Street Level
5:00pm / Blue Rain Gallery
Join us for August First Friday and an artist reception featuring Street Level, an exhibition of new paintings by Tony De Luz.
Rooted in...
Chili Cook-Off
5:00pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Join us at the La Plata County Fair Chili Cook-Off!
Get your tickets at the door for only $10 for adults and $5 for youth 12 and under!...
First Friday Poetry
5:00pm / The Rochester Hotel
The Rochester Hotel presents Durango Open Mic Poetry Night
On a hot August evening, come cool off beneath the trees in the beautiful Rochester...
First Friday ArtRoom
5:30pm / ArtRoom Collective at The Smiley
All are welcome to talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired. Hope to see you there!
The...
Anuraag Pendyal
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
New Orleans pianist and songwriter Anuraag Pendyal tours with funk legend Cyril Neville while performing rock, reggae, ragtime, and more throughout his...
Live Music with Matt Lewis
5:30pm / Barons Creek Vineyards Durango
Join us for wine, food, music, and fun every Friday night!
Alison Dance Trio
5:30pm / Kennebec Cafe
Enjoy an evening of live jazz with this trio who have been performing in the community for years. Rooted in the Great American Songbook, their sound mixes...
Patrick Crossing
6:00pm / Union Social House
Patrick Crossing is an 5-piece Celtic band bringing the fire, heart, and tradition of Celtic music to Union Social House. With driving fiddles, rich harmonies,...
Friday Nights at Fox Fire
6:00pm / Fox Fire Farms Winery
Live music with and food every Friday night this summer in a beautiful vineyard and farm setting. Free admission.
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...
Live music with Ross Douglas
6:00pm / Lola's Place
Free concerts - come and enjoy live music on our patio 3 evenings a week.
Enjoy a refreshing beverage or bar bite, with salami or salmon...
Live Music with Damn the Moon
6:00pm / Colorado Clay Studio
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, and...
Treasure Hunt
7:00pm / The Subterrain
It’s like an escape room only you don’t escape, and we have drinks! Follow the clues and beat the clock to find the treasure. Most Fridays. Must...
Improv Comedy: Back to School Improv
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Class is in session, y'all! "Back to School" Improv is taking over the Durango Arts Center! This high-energy night of completely unscripted...
Live Music with Left on Tenth
7:00pm / Ska Brewing
A lively show you don’t wanna miss! Left On Tenth is jammin’ with us.
**come early for food, kitchen closes at 8pm
