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August 2020 Events

 Saturday, August 1st
Durango Farmers Market
8:00am / TBK Bank
Everything local by locals. Get the tastiest and freshest fruits, veggies, meats, breads, and cheeses available. Plus pick up useful and high quality handmade...
 Sunday, August 2nd
Free Books!
11:00am / Downtown Security Storage
Durango Book Rescue is giving away thousands of FREE books! Thank you for reading!
 Monday, August 3rd
5-Day Artist Workshop with Tony Stromberg
9:00am / Sorrel Sky Gallery
"Equine Photography" with Tony Stromberg - Join internationally recognized equine photographer Tony Stromberg for this fun, informative workshop. Spend...
 Tuesday, August 4th
5-Day Artist Workshop with Tony Stromberg
9:00am / Sorrel Sky Gallery
"Equine Photography" with Tony Stromberg - Join internationally recognized equine photographer Tony Stromberg for this fun, informative workshop. Spend...
 Wednesday, August 5th
Durango Botanic Gardens Bulb Sale
8:00am / Durango Botanic Gardens
The annual bulb sale is underway, a fundraiser that supports the botanic gardens surrounding the Durango Public Library. It’s always been an in-person...
5-Day Artist Workshop with Tony Stromberg
9:00am / Sorrel Sky Gallery
"Equine Photography" with Tony Stromberg - Join internationally recognized equine photographer Tony Stromberg for this fun, informative workshop. Spend...
Wine Workshop on the patio
4:00pm / Primi Pasta & Wine Bar
Featuring different wine flights each time! $25 includes a wine flight, light bites and a chat about the wines with our Somm Tracy!   Sign...
 Thursday, August 6th
Durango Botanic Gardens Bulb Sale
8:00am / Durango Botanic Gardens
The annual bulb sale is underway, a fundraiser that supports the botanic gardens surrounding the Durango Public Library. It’s always been an in-person...
5-Day Artist Workshop with Tony Stromberg
9:00am / Sorrel Sky Gallery
"Equine Photography" with Tony Stromberg - Join internationally recognized equine photographer Tony Stromberg for this fun, informative workshop. Spend...
Free Electronic Waste Recycling for Public
1:00pm / Durango High School
Got a laptop, phone, desktop computer (and other equipment) that’s been sitting around? PCs for Kids is accepting your equipment free of charge.
 Friday, August 7th
Free Electronic Waste Recycling for Businesses
8:00am / Pick Up
Got a laptop, phone, desktop computer (and other equipment) that’s been sitting around? PCs for Kids is accepting your equipment free of charge.   Businesses...
Durango Botanic Gardens Bulb Sale
8:00am / Durango Botanic Gardens
The annual bulb sale is underway, a fundraiser that supports the botanic gardens surrounding the Durango Public Library. It’s always been an in-person...
5-Day Artist Workshop with Tony Stromberg
9:00am / Sorrel Sky Gallery
"Equine Photography" with Tony Stromberg - Join internationally recognized equine photographer Tony Stromberg for this fun, informative workshop. Spend...
Carve Wars
9:00am / Purgatory
Get ready for the HIGH OCTANE chainsaw carving competition that is entertaining crowds across the country! Carve Wars showcases the excitement and wonder...
Opening Reception - "Unbridled" featuring Tony Stromberg
5:00pm / Sorrel Sky Gallery
The fine art equine photography of Tony Stromberg is often referred to as “visual poetry.” His images truly embrace and reveal the incredible beauty...
Bow Wow Film Festival Online!
6:00pm / Your Home
We are proud to present the Bow Wow Film Festival Online! Enjoy the festival in the comfort of your home while still supporting La Plata County Humane...
Friday Nights at Fox Fire
6:00pm / Fox Fire Farms
This week is featuring Black Velvet - A wide range of rock, blues, jazz and country  Catering by Back Porch B.B.Q.   COVID-19 Restrictions  All...
 Saturday, August 8th
Durango Farmers Market
8:00am / TBK Bank
Everything local by locals. Get the tastiest and freshest fruits, veggies, meats, breads, and cheeses available. Plus pick up useful and high quality handmade...
Durango Botanic Gardens Bulb Sale
8:00am / Durango Botanic Gardens
The annual bulb sale is underway, a fundraiser that supports the botanic gardens surrounding the Durango Public Library. It’s always been an in-person...
Carve Wars
9:00am / Purgatory
Get ready for the HIGH OCTANE chainsaw carving competition that is entertaining crowds across the country! Carve Wars showcases the excitement and wonder...
'Unbridled' featuring Tony Stromberg Exhibit
10:00am / Sorrel Sky Gallery
The fine art equine photography of Tony Stromberg is often referred to as visual poetry. His images truly embrace and reveal the incredible beauty and...
Fair Livestock Auction
5:00pm / La Plata County Fair
The La Plata County Fair Junior Livestock Auction will be streamed live on Aug. 8, 5 p.m., and you can call in your bids to support our local 4-H and FFA...
 Sunday, August 9th
Durango Flea Market
8:00am / La Plata County Fair Grounds
The Durango Flea Market is the place to be and shop on Sunday for a wide range of second hand items from funky to functional. Free admission and parking....
Carve Wars
9:00am / Purgatory
Get ready for the HIGH OCTANE chainsaw carving competition that is entertaining crowds across the country! Carve Wars showcases the excitement and wonder...
 Wednesday, August 12th
Wine Workshop on the patio
4:00pm / Primi Pasta & Wine Bar
Featuring different wine flights each time! $25 includes a wine flight, light bites and a chat about the wines with our Somm Tracy!   Sign...
Caitlin Cannon at Community Foundation in the Secret Garden
5:00pm / Rochester Hotel
$10 cover charge supports 10 local nonprofits through the Community Foundation. This week enjoy the alternative country sounds of Caitlin Cannon! Drinks...
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
Rock Art of Dinetah: Stories of Heroes and Healing
7:00pm / online event
The public is invited to a Zoom presentation of the next meeting of the San Juan Basin Archaeological Society at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12th. ...
 Thursday, August 13th
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
 Friday, August 14th
BID Coffee and Conversation Meeting
8:30am / Virtual
The Durango Business Improvement District holds a monthly meeting for business owners in the BID, and for anyone who wants to know about Downtown and North...
The Lockdown Book Show, with The Bookshop Band
1:30pm / Tune In
Join the band for their regular LIVE concert of songs inspired by books, this week celebrating the launch of their new album LIVE IN AMERICAN BOOKSHOPS....
Ore House at The Rochester Hotel Garden - Wine Dinner Series
5:00pm / The Rochester Hotel Garden
The Ore House Family is setting a table for you in the beautiful Secret Garden at the Rochester Hotel. Please join us for an exclusive dining experience...
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
Friday Nights at Fox Fire
6:00pm / Fox Fire Farms
This week is featuring Terry Richard - A wide variety of music genres  Catering by Back Porch B.B.Q.   COVID-19 Restrictions  All...
 Saturday, August 15th
Durango Farmers Market
8:00am / TBK Bank
Everything local by locals. Get the tastiest and freshest fruits, veggies, meats, breads, and cheeses available. Plus pick up useful and high quality handmade...
Too Broke for Sturgis Party
11:00am / Durango Harley-Davidson
Just because you didn't go to Sturgis this year doesn't mean you can't partake in the fun!   Join us at Durango Harley-Davidson...
Fox Fire Farms Winery Picnic Concert
4:00pm / Fox Fire Farms
Reeder and Spencer - Mandolin & guitar duo featuring classic tunes for everyone   Pack your own picnic lunch.  Wine will be available...
Ore House at The Rochester Hotel Garden - Wine Dinner Series
5:00pm / The Rochester Hotel Garden
The Ore House Family is setting a table for you in the beautiful Secret Garden at the Rochester Hotel. Please join us for an exclusive dining experience...
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
 Sunday, August 16th
Durango Flea Market
8:00am / La Plata County Fair Grounds
The Durango Flea Market is the place to be and shop on Sunday for a wide range of second hand items from funky to functional. Free admission and parking....
Too Broke For Sturgis Motorcycle Ride
8:00am / Durango Harley-Davidson
Couldn't ride to Sturgis this year? Well no worries, clear your calendar on Sunday, August 16th to come join us on our Too Broke For Sturgis Motorcycle...
Blue Moon Ramblers
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Come enjoy the Blue Moon Ramblers as we have on Sundays for over 30 years. Swing open the saloon doors and join us!
 Monday, August 17th
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
 Tuesday, August 18th
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
Live Music with Sean O'Brien
5:30pm / 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...
Tuesdays with Alison & Friends
6:00pm / Dandelion Cafe
What can be better than listening to the owner of Dandelion Cafe herself? Come by the patio on Tuesday evenings to be entertained Alison and her friends!
 Wednesday, August 19th
Local First's Monthly Mixer - Free coffee
7:00am / Smiley Cafe
Support your local, independent business owners at Local First's FREE Monthly Mixer, with FREE coffee provided by Smiley Cafe!   Connect with...
Detecting Domestication of the Four Corners Potato
2:30pm / virtual event
The San Juan Basin Archaeological Society invites the public to a Zoom presentation on Wednesday, August 19th at 2:30 p.m. Lisbeth Louderback will present...
Wine Workshop on the patio
4:00pm / Primi Pasta & Wine Bar
Featuring different wine flights each time! $25 includes a wine flight, light bites and a chat about the wines with our Somm Tracy!   Sign...
Ore House at The Rochester Hotel Garden - Wine Dinner Series
5:00pm / The Rochester Hotel Garden
The Ore House Family is setting a table for you in the beautiful Secret Garden at the Rochester Hotel. Please join us for an exclusive dining experience...
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
Live Music with Terry Rickard
5:30pm / 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....
Wednesdays with Jeff Solon
6:00pm / Dandelion Cafe
Jeff Solon will be keeping all of us entertained on Wednesday evenings at Dandelion Cafe! Stop by the patio and enjoy his smooth jazz!
 Thursday, August 20th
Ore House at The Rochester Hotel Garden - Wine Dinner Series
5:00pm / The Rochester Hotel Garden
The Ore House Family is setting a table for you in the beautiful Secret Garden at the Rochester Hotel. Please join us for an exclusive dining experience...
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
Live Music with Donny Johnson
5:30pm / The Office Spiritorium
Donny is a self-proclaimed “Troubador!” He plays the guitar and sings – mostly cover tunes of everyone from working musician Willie Nelson...
The Rim Trio
6:00pm / Dandelion Cafe
We have several dates coming up with The Rim Trio at Dandelion Cafe! The Rim Trio performers are Denise Leslie, uke/vocal; Charles Leslie, bass ukulele...
 Friday, August 21st
The Lockdown Book Show
1:30pm / Maria's Bookshop
Join The Bookshop Band, LIVE for a hour's concert of songs inspired by books the band recommend.
Ore House at The Rochester Hotel Garden - Wine Dinner Series
5:00pm / The Rochester Hotel Garden
The Ore House Family is setting a table for you in the beautiful Secret Garden at the Rochester Hotel. Please join us for an exclusive dining experience...
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
iAM MUSIC Fest
5:30pm / The Nugget
Ticket Price: $10  Venue surrounded by gorgeous mountains, bands playing on an amazing festival stage, all hosted in a safe and socially distanced...
Live Music with Matt Rupnow
5:30pm / 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...
Friday Nights at Fox Fire
6:00pm / Fox Fire Farms
This week is featuring The Assortment - An assortment of genres, something for everyone  Catering by Back Porch B.B.Q.   COVID-19 Restrictions  All...
 Saturday, August 22nd
Durango Farmers Market
8:00am / TBK Bank
Everything local by locals. Get the tastiest and freshest fruits, veggies, meats, breads, and cheeses available. Plus pick up useful and high quality handmade...
Ore House at The Rochester Hotel Garden - Wine Dinner Series
5:00pm / The Rochester Hotel Garden
The Ore House Family is setting a table for you in the beautiful Secret Garden at the Rochester Hotel. Please join us for an exclusive dining experience...
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
Live Music with Gary Watkins
5:30pm / 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...
 Sunday, August 23rd
Durango Flea Market
8:00am / La Plata County Fair Grounds
The Durango Flea Market is the place to be and shop on Sunday for a wide range of second hand items from funky to functional. Free admission and parking....
Environmental Town Hall
4:00pm / Virtual Town Hall
Join Representative Barbara McLachlan and Nathan Goodman for a Virtual Town Hall centered around environmental issues! Nathan Goodman is the Southwest...
Blue Moon Ramblers
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Come enjoy the Blue Moon Ramblers as we have on Sundays for over 30 years. Swing open the saloon doors and join us!
Live Music with Sean O'Brien
5:30pm / 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...
 Monday, August 24th
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
Live Music with Rob Webster
5:30pm / The Office Spiritorium
Originally from Chicago-land, Rob is one of our favorite entertainers and also thinks The Office Spiritorium is one of the “coolest rooms in Durango!”...
Mondays with Chad MacCluskey
6:00pm / Dandelion Cafe
Chad MacCluskey will be entertaining us every Monday evening for the summer! Stop by the patio and enjoy his musical talents!
 Tuesday, August 25th
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
Live Music with Leah Orlikowski
5:30pm / The Office Spiritorium
Leah is originally from Conifer, Co and has resided in Durango for two years. She has been singing since birth and playing guitar since she was 20 years...
Tuesdays with Alison & Friends
6:00pm / Dandelion Cafe
What can be better than listening to the owner of Dandelion Cafe herself? Come by the patio on Tuesday evenings to be entertained Alison and her friends!
 Wednesday, August 26th
Wine Workshop on the patio
4:00pm / Primi Pasta & Wine Bar
Featuring different wine flights each time! $25 includes a wine flight, light bites and a chat about the wines with our Somm Tracy!   Sign...
Animas City Night Bazaar
5:00pm / Parking lot behind a Smile By Design
Our monthly bazaars are back for the summer (last Wednesday of every month, May-September) and feature local food, beer & cocktails, artisans, music...
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
Live Music with Terry Rickard
5:30pm / 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....
Wednesdays with Jeff Solon
6:00pm / Dandelion Cafe
Jeff Solon will be keeping all of us entertained on Wednesday evenings at Dandelion Cafe! Stop by the patio and enjoy his smooth jazz!
 Thursday, August 27th
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
Live Music with Dustin Burley
5:30pm / 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...
Durango Drive In Movie - The Breakfast Club
8:00pm / D&SNGR Parking lot
Downtown Durango's newest event is the Durango Drive In! Movies will be shown over four consecutive weekends on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and...
 Friday, August 28th
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
Live Music with Devon Scott
5:30pm / The Office Spiritorium
Armed with a ukulele and a big, unexpected voice, Devin Scott easily entertains audiences of all ages. Performing everything from R. Kelly to Patsy Cline,...
Friday Nights at Fox Fire
6:00pm / Fox Fire Farms
This week is featuring You Knew Me When - A fusion of folk and Indie rock, rich with pulsing and stirring beats  Catering by Back Porch B.B.Q.   COVID-19...
Durango Drive In Movie - Jurassic Park
8:00pm / D&SNGR Parking lot
Downtown Durango's newest event is the Durango Drive In! Movies will be shown over four consecutive weekends on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and...
 Saturday, August 29th
Durango Farmers Market
8:00am / TBK Bank
Everything local by locals. Get the tastiest and freshest fruits, veggies, meats, breads, and cheeses available. Plus pick up useful and high quality handmade...
Thirsty 13 Half Marathon
8:00am / Hesperus Church
The premiere half marathon in SW Colorado, featuring the San Juan Brewfest as your post-race celebration.
Santa Fe TradFest At Home!
12:00pm / online
Santa Fe TradFest At Home! August 29. Noon – 9:00 pm. Cahalan Morrison, Rafe and Clelia Stafanini, Lara Manzanares plus a dozen more traditional...
Save Our Pub Benefit Show
12:00pm / The Irish Embassy Pub
Live music will flow through The Embassy once again!!! With the help of many supportive hands we’ve been able to plan a day full of music that will...
iAM MUSIC Fest 2020 Concert Series - Matinee Show
3:30pm / Buckley Park
Who's ready for the first music festival of the year?! iAM MUSIC Fest is back on and will be a fun, safe, socially distanced festival that meets all...
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
Live Music with Donny Johnson
5:30pm / The Office Spiritorium
Donny is a self-proclaimed “Troubador!” He plays the guitar and sings – mostly cover tunes of everyone from working musician Willie Nelson...
iAM MUSIC Fest 2020 Concert Series - Evening Show
6:30pm / Buckley Park
Who's ready for the first music festival of the year?! iAM MUSIC Fest is back on and will be a fun, safe, socially distanced festival that meets all...
Durango Drive In Movie - Wayne's World
8:00pm / D&SNGR Parking lot
Downtown Durango's newest event is the Durango Drive In! Movies will be shown over four consecutive weekends on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and...
 Sunday, August 30th
Durango Flea Market
8:00am / La Plata County Fair Grounds
The Durango Flea Market is the place to be and shop on Sunday for a wide range of second hand items from funky to functional. Free admission and parking....
Blue Moon Ramblers
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Come enjoy the Blue Moon Ramblers as we have on Sundays for over 30 years. Swing open the saloon doors and join us!
Live Music with Rob Webster
5:30pm / The Office Spiritorium
Originally from Chicago-land, Rob is one of our favorite entertainers and also thinks The Office Spiritorium is one of the “coolest rooms in Durango!”...
Durango Drive In Movie - Dirty Dancing
8:00pm / D&SNGR Parking lot
Downtown Durango's newest event is the Durango Drive In! Movies will be shown over four consecutive weekends on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and...
 Monday, August 31st
Adam G. Swanson on the piano
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle
Ragtime piano with Adam Swanson!
Live Music with Rob Webster
5:30pm / The Office Spiritorium
Originally from Chicago-land, Rob is one of our favorite entertainers and also thinks The Office Spiritorium is one of the “coolest rooms in Durango!”...
Mondays with Chad MacCluskey
6:00pm / Dandelion Cafe
Chad MacCluskey will be entertaining us every Monday evening for the summer! Stop by the patio and enjoy his musical talents!
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