Featured Happenings

Celebrating our 37th year, the Durango Cowboy Gathering, has been a major part of Durango's western heritage and culture. Held the first weekend of October,...

Thursday, October 2^nd

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...

BOOze & Bites Light Food Tour

4:30pm / Perbacco Cucina Italiana

Durango is known for skiing, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge, picturesque mountains, river rafting, and culinary delights. But the history of...

Spanish Conversation Hour

5:30pm / Durango Public Library

Join us for an hour of conversation en español at the library the first and third Thursday of each month! Come practice your Spanish in an informal...

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...

Friday, October 3^rd

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...

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...

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...

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....

Open Mic Comedy

7:00pm / EsoTerra

Open mic comedy: where dreams take flight—or crash and burn spectacularly. A magical place where seasoned pros test new jokes, nervous newbies overshare,...

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...

Saturday, October 4^th

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...

Animas Palooza “When Pigs Fly”

8:00am / Animas Air Park

This event is free and open to the public. Come check out the unique airplanes and the hangers at Animas Air Park. Learn about Durango Flight Tours, Durango...

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...

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...

Sunday, October 5^th

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...

Lost Goat Market Days

10:00am / Lost Goat Tavern

Vendors are hard at work, creating, raising and making goods for our monthly market at Lost Goat Tavern! New and Exciting: *Seedlings...

Live Music: Eli Cartwright

10:00am / Lola's Place

Ease into your Sunday with the warm, easygoing sounds from Eli Cartwright. Blending heartfelt lyrics with a laid-back Americana vibe, his singer-songwriter...

33rd Annual Toy Run Before Christmas

10:00am / Bar D Chuckwagon

Beginning at Durango Harley-Davidson and ending at the historic Bar D Chuckwagon, where we’ll host a chili lunch, toy collection, silent auction, door...

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...

Monday, October 6^th

Quick & Dirty Downtown Walking Tour ALL WEEK

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...

Tuesday, October 7^th

HR Power Hour

12:00pm / Zoom

Are your HR policies up-to-date and up-to-snuff? Let’s make sure and optimize them together! In the last two years, Colorado has added...

Durango Real Estate Investing Meetup

5:30pm / Union Social House

A casual, welcoming space for real estate conversations—no pressure, just good people and great insights. We’re a group that meets monthly...

Wednesday, October 8^th

Writers & Scribblers Writing Group

6:00pm / Durango Public Library

W&S is a group for writers of all kinds to learn, practice, and share the art and craft of writing. Our main purpose is to try to help each other through...

Thursday, October 9^th

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...

BOOze & Bites Light Food Tour

4:30pm / Perbacco Cucina Italiana

Durango is known for skiing, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge, picturesque mountains, river rafting, and culinary delights. But the history of...

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...

Friday, October 10^th

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...

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...

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...

Saturday, October 11^th

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...

Yarn Meetup

1:00pm / Durango Public Library

Calling knitters, crocheters, and fiber artists of all ages and levels! Come work on your current project in an informal group setting!

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...

Sunday, October 12^th

Live Music: Eli Cartwright

10:00am / Lola's Place

Ease into your Sunday with the warm, easygoing sounds from Eli Cartwright. Blending heartfelt lyrics with a laid-back Americana vibe, his singer-songwriter...

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...

Monday, October 13^th

Quick & Dirty Downtown Walking Tour ALL WEEK

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...

Mahjong Mondays

5:00pm / Lola's Place

Ready for some fun and games? Join the SW Mahj Club at Lola's Place every second Monday of the month for an exciting afternoon of Mahjong! For...

Tuesday, October 14^th

HR Power Hour

12:00pm / Zoom

Are your HR policies up-to-date and up-to-snuff? Let’s make sure and optimize them together! In the last two years, Colorado has added...

Spanish Conversation Hour

5:30pm / Sunnyside Library

A casual gathering to practice Spanish conversational skills. All levels of ability welcome.

Thursday, October 16^th

BOOze & Bites Light Food Tour

4:30pm / Perbacco Cucina Italiana

Durango is known for skiing, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge, picturesque mountains, river rafting, and culinary delights. But the history of...

Spanish Conversation Hour

5:30pm / Durango Public Library

Join us for an hour of conversation en español at the library the first and third Thursday of each month! Come practice your Spanish in an informal...

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...

Friday, October 17^th

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...

Downtown Balloon Glow

6:00pm / 500 Block of Main Avenue

Come to the Downtown Durango Balloon Glow (weather permitting). Hot air balloons will light up the sky in Downtown Durango at the balloon...

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...

Saturday, October 18^th

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...

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...

Folk Jam

1:00pm / Durango Public Library

Let's make music! Come and join us for an informal "jam session" of traditional and contemporary folk music. Bring your voice and/or an...

Downtown Balloon Glow

6:00pm / 500 Block of Main Avenue

Come to the Downtown Durango Balloon Glow (weather permitting). Hot air balloons will light up the sky in Downtown Durango at the balloon...

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...

Sunday, October 19^th

Live Music: Eli Cartwright

10:00am / Lola's Place

Ease into your Sunday with the warm, easygoing sounds from Eli Cartwright. Blending heartfelt lyrics with a laid-back Americana vibe, his singer-songwriter...

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...

Monday, October 20^th

Quick & Dirty Downtown Walking Tour ALL WEEK

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...

Tuesday, October 21^st

Monthly Mindfulness Practice: Boundless Heart

9:00am / Myah Studio

In each session, we will explore, with curiosity, the nature of our own minds. We will investigate our experience through mindfulness practice in a wakeful,...

Wednesday, October 22^nd

Young Professionals of Durango Happy Hour

5:00pm / TBA

Join the Young Professionals for a monthly happy hour and networking event! Meet and network with fellow young professionals in a casual environment. The...

Thursday, October 23^rd

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…...

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...

Friday, October 24^th

Fall Photography Special - Day One

6:30am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

K-36 100th Anniversary Photography Excursion Join us as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the K-36 locomotive class! The Durango and...

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...

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...

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...

Saturday, October 25^th

Fall Photography Special - Day Two

8:30am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

K-36 100th Anniversary Photography Excursion Join us as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of the K-36 locomotive class! The Durango and...

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...

Yarn Meetup

1:00pm / Durango Public Library

Calling knitters, crocheters, and fiber artists of all ages and levels! Come work on your current project in an informal group setting!

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...

Sunday, October 26^th

Live Music: Eli Cartwright

10:00am / Lola's Place

Ease into your Sunday with the warm, easygoing sounds from Eli Cartwright. Blending heartfelt lyrics with a laid-back Americana vibe, his singer-songwriter...

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...

Monday, October 27^th

Quick & Dirty Downtown Walking Tour ALL WEEK

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...

Death Cafe

4:00pm / Durango Public Library

A Death Café is a group directed discussion of death; it is not a grief support group. Our objective is to increase awareness of death with a view...

Colorado Fish, Wildlife, and Parks Series - Living with Wildlife

6:00pm / Durango Public Library

Learn how to reduce human-wildlife conflict through a four-part lecture series from Colorado Parks and Wildlife. All programs run 6-7:30pm. Description October...

Tuesday, October 28^th

Spanish Conversation Hour

5:30pm / Sunnyside Library

A casual gathering to practice Spanish conversational skills. All levels of ability welcome.

Thursday, October 30^th

BOOze & Bites Light Food Tour

4:30pm / Perbacco Cucina Italiana

Durango is known for skiing, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge, picturesque mountains, river rafting, and culinary delights. But the history of...

Durango Green Drinks

5:00pm / 11th Street Station

Join Durango Green Drinks with two local sustainability organizations hosting each month. It's free and casual. Short announcements and presentations...

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...

Friday, October 31^st

Downtown Childrens Halloween

4:00pm / Downtown Durango

The little ghost and goblins fill the streets of Downtown Durango on October 31 for the Children's Halloween Event. This is a fun and safe option for kids...

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...

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