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December 2023 Events

 Friday, December 1st
Noel Night
10:00am / Downtown Durango
Join together with friends, family, and folks from all over in this community-wide celebration kicking off the holiday shopping season and encouraging...
Festival of Trees & Wreaths
12:00pm / D&NGR Train Museum
Get into the spirit of the season with Community Connections' Festival of Trees & Wreaths presented by Alpine Bank, a free and family friendly holiday...
Fresh Flowers and a raffle on Noel Night
12:00pm / Aprils Garden and SW Handmade
Stop by our new shop on Noel Night with April's Garden and Southwest Handmade (next to Durango Sustainable Goods) to enter a drawing for a free flower...
SJMA's 'Christmas Trees for Conservation' Tree Lot
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Improve forest health, support stewardship and conservation education and shop locally at SJMA's Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot! "Christmas...
49th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
1:00pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center
Over 70 vendors selling their home & handmade items from Native American Jewelry, Sewn & Crocheted Items, Tumblers, Goat Soaps, Quilts, Wreaths, Jams,...
Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating
2:00pm / Parkers Animal Rescue
"Friday Puppy Hour" is now known as "Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating!" Join us for our weekly "Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating!" Come meet some of our adoptable...
Fresh Beer Fridays!
3:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Every Friday we will tap a one-of-a-kind, unique, special, small-batch brew from our Mod System. Only available at World HQ!
Durango First Friday
4:00pm / Downtown Durango
Art crawl with local goods, food, culture, and music.  Hosted by Local First, Durango Creative District, and ArtRoom Collective   Durango...
Noel Night: Winter Wonderland
4:00pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
Come join our magical winter event, "Noel Night: Winter Wonderland"!   Highlights:  Sustainable Spruce Trees: Get lost in the charm...
Fill Your Bowl for Art
4:00pm / Dancing Spirit Community Arts Center @ The ELHI
Enjoy the parade and then come warm up at the annual Dancing Spirit Fill Your Bowl Fundraiser at the Ignacio Taste of Christmas. Take your pick of our...
First Friday Noel Night!
4:00pm / The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley Building
Come to The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley Building for merriment, art, gifts and holiday cheer!! Shop locally for art, special handmade gifts or stocking...
Fabric Friday
4:00pm / The Hive DGO
Did you know you can do your own screen printing?! Fabric Fridays we have great opportunities available to create your own screen print and make your own...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day! Check our website for specific times.   Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation...
Pots and Pints Ceramic Hand-Building Happy Hour - Luminaria
4:30pm / Durango Arts Center
Come get your hands dirty as you create a unique Luminaria! We will mix creativity with pleasure as we unwind from a busy week, enjoy happy hour drinks,...
Noel Night Makers Market
4:30pm / The Main Mall
The 2nd Annual Noel Night Makers Market at the Main Mall will be back again this year! 10 local artists (all women-based) will be displaying their incredible...
Noel Night: All Jazzed Up
4:30pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Durango's own Escalante Middle School Jazz Ensemble performs some of your your favorite holiday tunes with a Big Band twist. The Event takes place on the...
SCAPE Noel Night Start-Up Pop-Up
5:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Deck the halls with gifts made right here in Southwest Colorado! The Start-Up Pop-Up will feature companies that manufacture incredibly innovative goods...
Opening Reception: Ec(h)o with Ted Moore
5:00pm / Gallery at 11th Street Station
Gallery at 11th Street Station is featuring Ted Moore in an upcoming solo exhibition entitled "Ec(h)o." The opening reception is during Noel Night, Friday,...
Noel Night Artists Show and Holiday Specials
5:00pm / Toh-Atin Gallery
Paintings, pottery, ornaments and leather creations featuring local artists Eric Hodges and Norman Lansing, along with Dine artist Peter Ray James.    10%...
Noel Night at the Durango Botanic Gardens
5:30pm / Durango Botanic Gardens
Join us for a magical night! Luminaries will light your way. Complimentary hot chocolate and homemade cookies will be served on the library patio to warm...
A Night of Improv: Student Showcase
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Devise & Conquer members, Mary Quinn and Cindy Laudadio-Hill lead a showcase of both short and long-form improvisation featuring the students of the Durango...
Merely Players presents 'Hands on a HardBody'
7:00pm / Merely Underground
A Modern and Heartwarming Musical with music by band members of Phish.   Tickets $20-35
Durango Dancing Fridays
7:00pm / VFW Post 4031
Join us every Friday at 7pm (6pm Leads class) for the public lesson followed by 2 hours of dancing. We play East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Salsa,...
Holiday on the Hill Concert
7:00pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
Join us for our annual "Holiday on the Hill" concert! We'll have the choirs, band, orchestra, and a visit with Santa Claus at intermission! Come launch...
First Irie Friday Reggae Dance
9:00pm / Roxys
Free! All night jugglin' and tacos served until 1am!
 Saturday, December 2nd
26th Annual Christmas Craft Bazaar
8:00am / St. Columba School Gym
Come see all the hand-crafted items from your returning crafters and new crafters as well. There is something for everyone! Breakfast burritos available...
Homebuyer Education Class in Durango
8:30am / Fort Lewis Campus
Tired of renting? Join our Homebuyer Education Class. Learn what it takes to become a homeowner and gain access to local down payment assistance funds....
Christmas Bazaar
8:30am / St. Mark's Episcopal Church
We are so excited to have our Christmas Bazaar again this year! Come join us and find wonderful gifts, famous cinnamon rolls, take and bake casseroles,...
Holiday Food & Craft Bazaar
9:00am / Durango/La Plata Senior Center
Handmade Crafts, Handmade Candles & Soaps, Jewelry, Baked Goods, Jellies Ornament plus more.
49th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
9:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center
Over 70 vendors selling their home & handmade items from Native American Jewelry, Sewn & Crocheted Items, Tumblers, Goat Soaps, Quilts, Wreaths, Jams,...
Introduction to Nature Journaling
10:00am / Studio 105, Smiley Building
Do you enjoy being in nature? Do you value attention and focus? Join us for an Introduction to Nature Journaling. I will introduce a journaling practice...
Holiday Art Market!
10:00am / The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley Building
Shop locally for art, special handmade gifts or stocking stuffers! Experience the work of 22 local artists, live holiday music, special offers for warm...
Holiday Market and Open House
11:00am / MakerLab
Come tour the MakerLab at our Open House. You can learn more about the MakerLab and what you could create here and also get some Christmas shopping done....
Stuff The Truck Toy Drive
11:00am / Walmart Parking Lot
Benefiting La Plata Family Centers Coalition. Presented by Sky Ute Casino Resort.   Look for the truck in the Walmart Parking lot and help...
Wreath Making
12:00pm / Sutcliffe Vineyards
Come spend the day in the lovley McElmo Canyon at the stunning Sutcliffe Vineyard. Class is at 12 outside - so dress appropriately. Ticket price includes...
Festival of Trees & Wreaths
12:00pm / D&NGR Train Museum
Get into the spirit of the season with Community Connections' Festival of Trees & Wreaths presented by Alpine Bank, a free and family friendly holiday...
2nd Annual Native Arts Market & Round Dance
12:00pm / Durango High School
Come celebrate the start of our winter months with the Durango Native American Education students and families! It is a perfect time to support Native...
SJMA's 'Christmas Trees for Conservation' Tree Lot
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Improve forest health, support stewardship and conservation education and shop locally at SJMA's Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot! "Christmas...
Make Your Own Cork Wreath
2:00pm / The Subterrain
Get your Christmas craft on! Ease into the holiday spirit - make and decorate a wine cork wreath, while enjoying a glass of locally produced artisan wine...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day! Check our website for specific times.   Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation...
Artist Talk with Toni George
5:30pm / Stillwater Music
The Incubator for Emerging Artists presents "What Inkling This Time?" an exploration of the mixed media creations by Durango artist, Toni George. Join...
Karaoke
6:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice
Every Saturday 6-9pm Karaoke with your Bartenders Diana & Kimmie ! If you can pull it up on YouTube we can get you on the mic, play karaoke roulette and...
Giggles & Glitter: Comedy, Drag & Silent Auction Fundraiser
6:00pm / Fort Lewis College Student Union Grand Ballroom
Celebrate and Honor World AIDS Day with The Alliance and The YAY! Foundation   Doors: 6PM  Show: 7:15PM   $20 advance  $25...
Colorado Gives Benefit Concert
6:00pm / The iNDIGO Room
With Colorado gives day happening Tuesday December 5th we are hosting a benefit concert in our very own iNDIGO Room to bring awareness to this wonderful...
Merely Players presents 'Hands on a HardBody'
7:00pm / Merely Underground
A Modern and Heartwarming Musical with music by band members of Phish.   Tickets $20-35
Jimmy Buffett Music Video Night
7:30pm / Animas City Theatre
Fins Up Parrot Heads! The Animas City Theatre is hosting a Jimmy Buffett Music Video night. So put on your best island attire and sing & dance along...
Influsence Hip Hop Showcase
9:00pm / Roxys
Dance the night away with Influsence, Palmtree, Jedi_wav3zzz, Rise the Rebel, DJ Recess, Funkletones, and It's Daddy Dasha.
 Sunday, December 3rd
Veteran Benefit Breakfast - Open to Public
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Great opportunity to support your local veterans while enjoying a delicious breakfast! Open to the public, this event is held every 1st & 3rd Sunday. ...
49th Annual Arts & Crafts Festival
10:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center
Over 70 vendors selling their home & handmade items from Native American Jewelry, Sewn & Crocheted Items, Tumblers, Goat Soaps, Quilts, Wreaths, Jams,...
Festival of Trees & Wreaths
12:00pm / D&NGR Train Museum
Get into the spirit of the season with Community Connections' Festival of Trees & Wreaths presented by Alpine Bank, a free and family friendly holiday...
SJMA's 'Christmas Trees for Conservation' Tree Lot
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Improve forest health, support stewardship and conservation education and shop locally at SJMA's Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot! "Christmas...
Merely Players presents 'Hands on a HardBody'
2:00pm / Merely Underground
A Modern and Heartwarming Musical with music by band members of Phish.   Tickets $20-35
Sparkling Lights
3:00pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
Join the Durango Choral Society, Durango Women's Choir, the Durango Children's Choirs and the Durango Jazz Combo for retiring Artistic Director/Conductor...
It's a Drag X-Mas Fundraiser Event Coat and Boot Drive
4:00pm / Roxys
Accepting cash and warm clothing donations at the door.   Benefitting:  Manna Soup Kitchen  Planned Parenthood  Psychedelic...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times.  Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly...
The Hive's TGR Snowboard Film Premiere Fundraiser
6:00pm / Rodeo Odyssey
Join the Hive in raising money for our SOS snowboard mentoring program and pumping the stoke for this season at a Teton Gravity - Flying High Again Film...
 Monday, December 4th
Shiyazhi Exhibit
8:00am / The Smiley Cafe
Begay's body of work displays her sentimental attachment to K'e being of kinship in her Navajo culture. By portraying her traditional drawings consisting...
SJMA's 'Christmas Trees for Conservation' Tree Lot All Week!
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Improve forest health, support stewardship and conservation education and shop locally at SJMA's Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot! "Christmas...
String Orchestra and String Ensembles
7:00pm / FLC Roshong Recital Hall
Performing works of Beethoven, Berio, Fuchs, Mozart, Elgar and Vivaldi.  Free Admission.
Comedy Showcase
7:30pm / Starlight Lounge
Local and National comics perform every Monday!
 Tuesday, December 5th
Coffee Connections with American Legion Truhillo-Sheets Post 28
8:00am / American Legion
Learn about the impact the Durango American Legion Post 28 has had on the local community, spanning generations of service and camaraderie, dating back...
Slow Bluegrass Jam
5:30pm / General Palmer
Are you a beginner/intermediate acoustic music player looking to play more? This weekly jam is welcoming to all players, with a focus on slower tempo improvisation...
Gather Dinner Event
5:30pm / James Ranch Grill
You will be wowed with a four course, prefixed meal using as many local/regional ingredients as possible. During this culinary experience, you will be...
Open Mic Night
7:00pm / Starlight Lounge
Open mic every Tuesday, open to performers of all kinds and levels from beginners to experts. Support local live music!
Merely Players presents 'Hands on a HardBody'
7:00pm / Merely Underground
A Modern and Heartwarming Musical with music by band members of Phish.   Tickets $20-35
 Wednesday, December 6th
Daybreak Rotary Club of Durango
7:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds Pine Room
Curious about how the world's largest civic organization makes a difference in our world? Come join us and find out how together Rotarians around the...
Board of County Commissioners - Board Discussion Time
8:30am / Virtually and over the phone by Zoom
Participate on Zoom as follows:   Online (computer or smartphone):  https://zoom.us/j/819094582    Or by telephone:  Dial...
2023 Event Planning Conference
8:30am / La Plata County Fairgrounds & Event Center
This is a free event!   Join us for workshops and networking focused on Durango and La Plata County events.    Meet the Outstanding...
Wine, Liquor, Beer tasting and pairing
4:00pm / Wagon Wheel Liquors
Come and joins us for a tasting of Wine, Liquor, or Beer every Wednesday during happy hour. Come taste our crews favorite products!   Wine...
Tween/Teen Holiday Classes
4:00pm / Artsy Crafty Studio
Wednesdays | 7 Classes | 4:00 - 5:30 | Dec 6 - Jan 17. Ho-Ho-Ho, It's glitter time! This year, we're celebrating with a bunch of fun and festive new projects!...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
Wreath Making
5:30pm / Union Social House
Get your girls and come down Deceber 6th to the Union Social House! Your ticket price includes supplies and instruction. THIS CLASS will sell out - sign...
Ladies Night
6:30pm / Kroegers Ace Hardware
It's a night you won't want to miss!  Receive 20% off *almost* everything in our store- 12/6 from 6:30-8:30pm only!   Enjoy an evening...
Karaoke Roulette
8:00pm / Starlight Lounge
Sing a song get a free shot!
Geeks Who Drink
8:00pm / The Roost
Think its just trivia? Think again!
 Thursday, December 7th
Tween/Teen Holiday Classes
4:00pm / Artsy Crafty Studio
Thursdays | 7 Classes | 4:00 - 5:30 | Dec 7 - Jan 18. Ho-Ho-Ho, It's glitter time! This year, we're celebrating with a bunch of fun and festive new projects!...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursiona a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
CAIC Silent Auction
5:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Party with Pine: A CAIC Fundraiser! Join us for a Silent Auction and Live Music by High Country Hustle. Hosted by Friends of the San Juans, Pine Needle...
Bluegrass Jam Session
6:00pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company
Every Thursday Stop in and enjoy some local Bluegrass jams by your Local bluegrass jammers!   $4 pints all day and if you'd like to join the...
Ladies Shopping Night
6:00pm / Durango Harley-Davidson
Calling all ladies! 'Tis the season for shopping and sharing the holiday spirit with your friends and we invite you to join us for a fun evening just for...
Trivia Night
6:30pm / The Powerhouse
Five rounds of questions always including a science round and music round. Teams of 5 eligible for prizes, food and drinks available for purchase. $5 suggested...
FLC Alumni Annual Tune and Brews (and Tacos)
6:30pm / Durango Tool Library
Back by popular demand! Get your ski/board ready for the upcoming season and get some pointers from the pros.
Merely Players presents 'Hands on a HardBody'
7:00pm / Merely Underground
A Modern and Heartwarming Musical with music by band members of Phish.   Tickets $20-35
Trivia Night
7:30pm / Starlight Lounge
Hosted by Aria PettyOne  Featuring 3 rounds of trivia, prizes, and local drag performances! Come see if you have the brains to win our grand prize...
Live Christmas Music and Worship
7:30pm / Summit Church
Summit Church's college and young adult ministry, Rooted, is hosting a night of live Christmas music and worship. This night is open to all of Durango's...
First Thursday's Songwriter Series
8:00pm / The iNDIGO Room
Free! Only 60 RSVP seats available!   Join us for the First Thursdays Songwriters Series, (the first Thursday of ever month), at The iNDIGO...
 Friday, December 8th
CANCELLED - 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...
AAA Holiday Open House
10:00am / AAA Durango
AAA is hosting a Holiday Open House, featuring ornament making, cookie decorating, door prizes, and a raffle! Plus bring your kids and grandkids to see...
SJMA's 'Christmas Trees for Conservation' Tree Lot
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Improve forest health, support stewardship and conservation education and shop locally at SJMA's Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot! "Christmas...
Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating
2:00pm / Parkers Animal Rescue
"Friday Puppy Hour" is now known as "Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating!" Join us for our weekly "Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating!" Come meet some of our adoptable...
Fresh Beer Fridays!
3:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Every Friday we will tap a one-of-a-kind, unique, special, small-batch brew from our Mod System. Only available at World HQ!
Sutcliffe Holiday Shopping Spree
3:00pm / Sutcliffe Vineyards Durango Tasting Room
We are so excited to host our very first collective pop-up, just in time for Holiday gift giving! Come sip delicious wines, nibble on small bites and...
Fabric Fridays
4:00pm / The Hive DGO
Fridays | 4:00 - 5:30 | Did you know you can do your own screen printing?! Fabric Fridays we have great opportunities available to create your own screen...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times.  Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly...
Pots and Pints Ceramic Hand-Building Happy Hour - Candle Sticks
4:30pm / Durango Arts Center
Come get your hands dirty as you create a unique Candle Stick! We will mix creativity with pleasure as we unwind from a busy week, enjoy happy hour drinks,...
Parents Night Out
5:00pm / Durango Dance
Children enjoy a fun evening of dance plus dinner and show while parents get a night out!   $30/child   Sign up at durangodance.com...
Parade of Gingerbread Homes
5:00pm / Animas Chocolate & Coffee Co.
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, vote for your favorite in the People's Choice Contest, and be there to see who will be...
Sip & Create - Fused Glass Ornaments
5:00pm / Sun Sapphires
Mix creativity with pleasure and unwind from a busy week, while enjoying happy hour drinks, & learning how to make TWO of your own fused glass holiday...
Merely Players presents 'Hands on a HardBody'
7:00pm / Merely Underground
A Modern and Heartwarming Musical with music by band members of Phish.   Tickets $20-35
Durango Dancing Fridays
7:00pm / VFW Post 4031
Join us every Friday at 7pm (6pm Leads class) for the public lesson followed by 2 hours of dancing. We play East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Salsa,...
St. Columba Middle School Presents: The Wizard of Oz
7:00pm / St. Columba School Gym
Come join the St. Columba Middle School students for the timeless tale of young Dorothy Gale's magical journey of self-discovery. We'll go over the rainbow...
A Ghost Tale For Mr. Dickens Jr. / The Claw
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Book by: Jenny Laird and Will Osborn  Lyrics by: Randy Courts and Will Osborne  Music by: Randy Courts   Enjoy a fun musical based...
State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara's 'Nutcracker'
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
With magnificent sets, a Christmas tree that grows, glittering snowflakes, waltzing flowers, the Sugar Plum Fairy and her enchanting castle of characters....
Grammy Award Winning Son Little
8:00pm / Animas City Theatre
Son Little with special guest TBA 21+ / $32 / $35   Son Little, praised by American Songwriter as "one of the best songwriters working today,"...
Phocue spins beats
9:00pm / Roxys
Great house and techno this Friday! Come get jolly!
 Saturday, December 9th
Holiday Market
9:00am / La Plata Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall
Meet our regular and new local Artisans bringing an assortment of quality handmade holiday gift items. Plus, pick up the last of the season's fresh vegetables,...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
SJMA's 'Christmas Trees for Conservation' Tree Lot
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Improve forest health, support stewardship and conservation education and shop locally at SJMA's Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot! "Christmas...
Figure Drawing Dynamic Dogs
1:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Get comfortable with simple drawing techniques and enjoy the process of Figure Drawing with Man's Best Friend!    The La Plata Humane Society...
St. Columba Middle School Presents: The Wizard of Oz
1:00pm / St. Columba School Gym
Come join the St. Columba Middle School students for the timeless tale of young Dorothy Gale's magical journey of self-discovery. We'll go over the rainbow...
Women of the Colorado Gold Rush Era
1:00pm / Animas Museum
Second Saturday Series! Please join us for a virtual book signing with the authors of "Women of the Colorado Gold Rush Era", Julie VanLaanen Bell and Jan...
Winter Wonderbands: Stillwater Music Youth Band Showcase
1:30pm / The Light Box at Stillwater Music
Enjoy performances from our 10 after school youth bands as they share the awesome music they've been learning all semester in The Light Box at Stillwater...
Holiday Market and Open House
2:00pm / The MakerLab
Come tour the MakerLab at our Open House. You can learn more about the MakerLab and what you could create here and also get some Christmas shopping done....
State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara's 'Nutcracker'
2:00pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
With magnificent sets, a Christmas tree that grows, glittering snowflakes, waltzing flowers, the Sugar Plum Fairy and her enchanting castle of characters....
A Ghost Tale For Mr. Dickens Jr. / The Claw
2:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Book by: Jenny Laird and Will Osborn  Lyrics by: Randy Courts and Will Osborne  Music by: Randy Courts   Enjoy a fun musical based...
Veterans Benefit Holiday Dinner - Open to Public
3:00pm / VFW Post 4031
Everyone is invited to join us for an amazing Holiday Feast! Cost is $15/plate and veterans eat for FREE!
Pet Photos with Santa
4:00pm / Creature Comforts
Join us to celebrate the holiday spirit and bring your pets to meet and take a photo with Santa! We're asking for a suggested $20 donation, benefitting...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!   Check our website for specific times.  Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly...
Art Guild Gala Fundraiser and Silent Auction
5:30pm / Create Art and Tea
Snacks, refreshments and live celtic music by Kitchen Jam Band!
Karaoke
6:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice
Every Saturday 6-9pm Karaoke with your Bartenders Diana & Kimmie ! If you can pull it up on YouTube we can get you on the mic, play karaoke roulette and...
Macrame Workshop
6:00pm / Esoterra Cider
Join me at EsoTerra Cider and learn how to create macrame knots to create a market bag or a plant hanger! We will have a delicious appetizer spread and...
Merely Players presents 'Hands on a HardBody'
7:00pm / Merely Underground
A Modern and Heartwarming Musical with music by band members of Phish.   Tickets $20-35
St. Columba Middle School Presents: The Wizard of Oz
7:00pm / St. Columba School Gym
Come join the St. Columba Middle School students for the timeless tale of young Dorothy Gale's magical journey of self-discovery. We'll go over...
A Ghost Tale For Mr. Dickens Jr. / The Claw
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Book by: Jenny Laird and Will Osborn  Lyrics by: Randy Courts and Will Osborne  Music by: Randy Courts   Enjoy a fun musical based...
State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara's 'Nutcracker'
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
With magnificent sets, a Christmas tree that grows, glittering snowflakes, waltzing flowers, the Sugar Plum Fairy and her enchanting castle of characters....
Chuck Hank w/ Basilaris Trio- Second Weekend Series
8:00pm / The iNDIGO Room
$15/$17   Chuck Hankw/ Basilaris Trio   One Show Time- Standing Room: 8pm-10pm Chuck Hank is a local Durango jazz musician. Basilaris...
SOLD OUT Maddy O'Neal with special guest Yoko & Squoze
8:00pm / Animas City Theatre
Doors 7:00pm / Show 8:00pm  21+   Dirty Funky Bass Music but make it pretty.  The vibe and soul of the Maddy O'Neal project combines...
Sona, Ravenous, and Mad Beats
9:00pm / Roxys
It's a Christmas miracle! Great tunes, no cover, and food served until late.
 Sunday, December 10th
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
Punch Needle Embroidery Workshop
12:00pm / Esoterra Cider
Do you love embroidery but HATE getting stabbed with a needle and it taking forever? Try my punch needle embroidery workshop where I'll teach you how to...
SJMA's 'Christmas Trees for Conservation' Tree Lot
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Improve forest health, support stewardship and conservation education and shop locally at SJMA's Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot! "Christmas...
Merely Players presents 'Hands on a HardBody'
2:00pm / Merely Underground
A Modern and Heartwarming Musical with music by band members of Phish.   Tickets $20-35
State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara's 'Nutcracker'
2:00pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
With magnificent sets, a Christmas tree that grows, glittering snowflakes, waltzing flowers, the Sugar Plum Fairy and her enchanting castle of characters....
A Ghost Tale For Mr. Dickens Jr. / The Claw
2:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Book by: Jenny Laird and Will Osborn  Lyrics by: Randy Courts and Will Osborne  Music by: Randy Courts   Enjoy a fun musical based...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
Blue Moon Ramblers
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
A Durango- local Americana/Bluegrass band that's been playing at the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years!
 Monday, December 11th
SJMA's 'Christmas Trees for Conservation' Tree Lot While They Last!
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Improve forest health, support stewardship and conservation education and shop locally at SJMA's Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot! "Christmas Trees...
Comedy Showcase
7:30pm / Starlight Lounge
Local and National comics perform every Monday!
 Tuesday, December 12th
Kids Follies Auditions
4:00pm / Durango Arts Center
It's time once again for the annual Snowdown KIDS FOLLIES!  Calling all the talented performing youth of Durango - Dancers, Singers, Musicians, Comedy...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
Slow Bluegrass Jam
5:30pm / General Palmer
Are you a beginner/intermediate acoustic music player looking to play more? This weekly jam is welcoming to all players, with a focus on slower tempo improvisation...
Wreath Making
5:30pm / The Sparrow
Come sip and shop and build a beautiful wreath in the lovely Sparrow! Space is limited and will sell out- buy early!
Open Mic Night
7:00pm / Starlight Lounge
Open mic every Tuesday, open to performers of all kinds and levels from beginners to experts. Support local live music!
 Wednesday, December 13th
Daybreak Rotary Club of Durango
7:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds Pine Room
Curious about how the world's largest civic organization makes a difference in our world? Come join us and find out how together Rotarians around the...
Board of County Commissioners - Board Discussion Time
8:30am / Virtually and over the phone by Zoom
Participate on Zoom as follows:   Online (computer or smartphone):  https://zoom.us/j/819094582    Or by telephone:  Dial...
Green Business Roundtable
12:00pm / Powerhouse Science Center
Join us for Durango's infamous networking lunch, providing the movers and shakers of our community with a space to innovate, inspire, and eat a delicious...
Wine, Liquor, Beer tasting and pairing
4:00pm / Wagon Wheel Liquors
Come and joins us for a tasting of Wine, Liquor, or Beer every Wednesday during happy hour. Come taste our crews favorite products!   Wine...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
Merry Little Christmas
5:00pm / Summit Church
Summit Kids is inviting you and your family to join us on an interactive family experience where you will play games, eat some delicious snacks, make crafts,...
Open Mic led by ShadowTrapp
6:30pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Bring your talent! Play alone, or with friends. This open mic is run up by the phenomenally talented musicians of ShadowTrapp! So, you are always guaranteed...
A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play - Holiday Party & Performance
7:00pm / FLC MainStage Theatre
Durango Theatreworks is pleased to announce the return of A Christmas Carol - a radio play by Nathan Jerkins. This retelling of the classic holiday story...
Karaoke Roulette
8:00pm / Starlight Lounge
Sing a song get a free shot!
Geeks Who Drink
8:00pm / The Roost
Think its just trivia? Think again!
 Thursday, December 14th
Start-Up Support
12:00pm / Center for Innovation
Join us for Start-Up Support with the Center for Innovation. Explore entrepreneurship and creativity with:  - Podcast Launch Guidance  - Design...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times.  Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly...
Business After Hours
5:00pm / TBK Bank
Business After Hours is a networking event co-hosted by the Durango Chamber and TBK Bank, attracting professionals from all around the Durango area. Join...
Bluegrass Jam Session
6:00pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company
Every Thursday Stop in and enjoy some local Bluegrass jams by your Local bluegrass jammers!   $4 pints all day and if you'd like to join the...
Film 'Giant Beasts Tiny People'
6:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Join us at Ska Brewing World HQ for a free showing of the film, Giant Beasts Tiny People. Free Show, all ages, all-inclusive with a raffle, food, and beer...
A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play
7:00pm / FLC MainStage Theatre
Durango Theatreworks is pleased to announce the return of A Christmas Carol - a radio play by Nathan Jerkins. This retelling of the classic holiday story...
Bar D Wranglers Christmas Concert
7:00pm / The River Church
Durango's much-beloved cowboy crooners come off the Bar-D Ranch for their traditional Christmas show. For tickets call 970-247-7777
Trivia Night
7:30pm / Starlight Lounge
Hosted by Aria PettyOne  Featuring 3 rounds of trivia, prizes, and local drag performances! Come see if you have the brains to win our grand prize...
Open Mic Comedy
8:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
EsoTerra Ciderworks Presents: Comedy Open Mic Night! 'Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to spread some holiday cheer than with laughter...
 Friday, December 15th
Idea Validation - Networking Event
9:00am / Center for Innovation (Main Mall)
Explore idea validation at our Networking Event at the Center for Innovation. Enjoy free coffee and make meaningful connections!
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
Portraits with Santa Ken!
1:00pm / Allison Ragsdale Photography
Back by popular demand, we're offering Portraits with Santa again this year and due to high demand, we're offering a 2nd date! Each kiddo/family will get...
Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating
2:00pm / Parkers Animal Rescue
"Friday Puppy Hour" is now known as "Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating!" Join us for our weekly "Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating!" Come meet some of our adoptable...
Fresh Beer Fridays!
3:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Every Friday we will tap a one-of-a-kind, unique, special, small-batch brew from our Mod System. Only available at World HQ!
Fanny Pack Fridays
3:00pm / The Nugget Mountain Bar
Apres fun with sweet door prizes from Osprey and More!
San Juan Symphony Majesty of Christmas
4:00pm / St. Marks Episcopal Church
Prepare to be swept away by the joyous sounds of the season. The Symphony invites you to bask in the harmonious beauty of timeless carols and festive arrangements...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
Pots and Pints Ceramic Hand-Building Happy Hour - Soup Bowls
4:30pm / Durango Arts Center
Come get your hands dirty as you create a unique Soup Bowl! We will mix creativity with pleasure as we unwind from a busy week, enjoy happy hour drinks,...
Winter Grand Opening
5:00pm / Lolas Place
Raise a glass with us! Experience our new indoor bar and ordering system! Sample new food from @cuevastacos and @rokkoizakaya. Food & drink specials!...
Chapman Hill Holiday Show On Ice
6:00pm / Chapman Hill Ice Rink
Ring in the Holiday by attending the Holiday Show! Cheer on the young skaters as they perform the routines they have worked so hard on.
Durango Dancing Fridays
7:00pm / VFW Post 4031
Join us every Friday at 7pm (6pm Leads class) for the public lesson followed by 2 hours of dancing. We play East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Salsa,...
A Ghost Tale For Mr. Dickens Jr. / The Claw
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Book by: Jenny Laird and Will Osborn  Lyrics by: Randy Courts and Will Osborne  Music by: Randy Courts   Enjoy a fun musical based...
A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play
7:00pm / FLC MainStage Theatre
Durango Theatreworks is pleased to announce the return of A Christmas Carol - a radio play by Nathan Jerkins. This retelling of the classic holiday story...
Bar D Wranglers Christmas Concert
7:00pm / Durango Cowboy Church
Durango's much-beloved cowboy crooners come off the Bar-D Ranch for their traditional Christmas show. For tickets call 970-247-7777
San Juan Symphony Majesty of Christmas
7:00pm / St. Marks Episcopal Church
Prepare to be swept away by the joyous sounds of the season. The Symphony invites you to bask in the harmonious beauty of timeless carols and festive arrangements...
Red and Spark Madden Live DJs
9:00pm / Roxys
Epic house and techno coming at you Friday with no cover charge!
Your Old-Fashioned Die Hard Radiocast
9:30pm / FLC MainStage Theatre
Doctuh Mistuh Productions in association with Durango Theatreworks is pleased to announce the Durango premiere of Your old-fashioned DIE HARD Holiday Radiocast...
 Saturday, December 16th
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
2nd Annual Cookies and Cocoa with Santa
10:00am / TBK Bank
Free Community Event! Santa is making a stop at TBK Bank before Christmas to say hi and have some fun! The day will be filled with caroling, crafts,...
Toys For Tots Collection and Sorting
10:00am / VFW Post 4031
Toys for Tots is a program sponsored by the Marine Corps Reserve. They have put collection boxes all over Durango. Those boxes will be collected on December...
Photos with Santa!
11:00am / Durango Harley-Davidson
Bring the family and get your picture with Santa and his Harley! You can take pictures with your own phone or camera and we will provide Polaroid pictures...
A Ghost Tale For Mr. Dickens Jr. / The Claw
2:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Book by: Jenny Laird and Will Osborn  Lyrics by: Randy Courts and Will Osborne  Music by: Randy Courts   Enjoy a fun musical based...
A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play
2:00pm / FLC MainStage Theatre
Durango Theatreworks is pleased to announce the return of A Christmas Carol - a radio play by Nathan Jerkins. This retelling of the classic holiday story...
Annual Pasta Night Fundraiser
3:00pm / American Legion Post 28
Join us to help raise funds to benefit children of veterans while enjoying a delicious pasta dinner! Served at the American Legion Post 28 for only $10/plate,...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
Sip & Create - Fused Glass Aspen Landscape
5:00pm / Sun Sapphires
Mix creativity with pleasure and unwind from a busy week, while enjoying happy hour drinks, & learning how to make your own fused glass aspen tree landscape!...
Karaoke
6:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice
Every Saturday 6-9pm Karaoke with your Bartenders Diana & Kimmie ! If you can pull it up on YouTube we can get you on the mic, play karaoke roulette and...
Womens Prerogative Barbershop Quartet
6:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Join us for an evening with Women's Prerogative, a local barbershop quartet!   Cider Delights & Charcuterie Surprises  Sip on EsoTerra's...
A Ghost Tale For Mr. Dickens Jr. / The Claw
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Book by: Jenny Laird and Will Osborn  Lyrics by: Randy Courts and Will Osborne  Music by: Randy Courts   Enjoy a fun musical based...
A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play
7:00pm / FLC MainStage Theatre
Durango Theatreworks is pleased to announce the return of A Christmas Carol - a radio play by Nathan Jerkins. This retelling of the classic holiday story...
Squoze Spinning House Music
9:00pm / Roxys
Squoze will be pumping out some great beats this! No cover, food served until late.
Your Old-Fashioned Die Hard Radiocast
9:30pm / FLC MainStage Theatre
Doctuh Mistuh Productions in association with Durango Theatreworks is pleased to announce the Durango premiere of Your old-fashioned DIE HARD Holiday Radiocast...
 Sunday, December 17th
Veteran Benefit Breakfast with Santa
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come down to the VFW Post 4031 and enjoy a delicious breakfast with Santa. Food will be served from 9-11 AM and Santa Clause will be making a stop to distribute...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
Toys For Tots Sorting
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Toys for Tots is a program sponsored by the Marine Corps Reserve. They have put collection boxes all over Durango. Those boxes will be collected on December...
A Christmas Carol: A Radio Play
2:00pm / FLC MainStage Theatre
Durango Theatreworks is pleased to announce the return of A Christmas Carol - a radio play by Nathan Jerkins. This retelling of the classic holiday story...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
A Festival of Lessons and Carols
5:30pm / St. Marks Episcopal Church
The choirs of Summit Church and St. Mark's will present a Festival of Lessons and Carols, on Sunday December 17th 5:30pm at St. Mark's. This presentation...
Blue Moon Ramblers
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
A Durango- local Americana/Bluegrass band that's been playing at the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years!
 Monday, December 18th
Durango Wine Experience-Early Bird Tickets
8:00am / Durango Downtown
The 2024 Durango Wine Experience- April 26-27, 2024 in downtown Durango features a Friday night Walkabout at multiple locations, a Saturday afternoon...
Register! Aikido for Beginners
8:00am / DSBK Dojo
Mondays | 6:00 - 8:00 | Jan 8 - Jan 29 Aikido boosts self-discovery through self-defense. Registration is now open for Durango Aikido's Intro Aikido...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
Whimsical Wonderland 2024 Call to Artists
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Winter blues got you down? Want to help us bring a splash of color and whimsy into those cold dreary days? Well now is your chance! We are turning our...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times.  Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly...
Comedy Showcase
7:30pm / Starlight Lounge
Local and National comics perform every Monday!
 Tuesday, December 19th
Monthly Boundless Heart Mindfulness Practice
9:00am / Myah Mindfulness Studio
Practice with Myah Lee, a certified teacher in Mindfulness and Mindful Self-Compassion(MSC).    In each session, we will explore, with curiosity,...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
Cowboy Tuesday Christmas Celebration
12:00pm / Strater Hotel/Diamond Belle Saloon
Join us for some good Western entertainment. Music, stories, cowboy poetry, and who knows what else. From noon to three at the Diamond Belle Saloon....
Ornament Painting with Acrylics, for all Ages!
3:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Come celebrate the holiday break with some art! This is a wonderful class for parents, grandparents, teens and children to do together while making lasting...
The Art of Blending Herbs for Dreaming and Healing
4:00pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
Learn about and work with herbs that support sleep and dreaming. Then make your own dream pillow and herbal blend to take home and tuck under your pillow....
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
Slow Bluegrass Jam
5:30pm / General Palmer
Are you a beginner/intermediate acoustic music player looking to play more? This weekly jam is welcoming to all players, with a focus on slower tempo improvisation...
Blue Christmas Service
6:00pm / Summit Church
Our Blue Christmas Service in the Summit Church sanctuary is offered especially for those hurting during the holidays.   Some come because...
Open Mic Night
7:00pm / Starlight Lounge
Open mic every Tuesday, open to performers of all kinds and levels from beginners to experts. Support local live music!
 Wednesday, December 20th
Daybreak Rotary Club of Durango
7:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds Pine Room
Curious about how the world's largest civic organization makes a difference in our world? Come join us and find out how together Rotarians around the...
Board of County Commissioners - Board Discussion Time
8:30am / Virtually and over the phone by Zoom
Participate on Zoom as follows:   Online (computer or smartphone):  https://zoom.us/j/819094582    Or by telephone:  Dial...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
Them Apples: Marketing & Chill
12:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Them Apples is a free, casual way to get your marketing questions answered by experts and meet other entrepreneurs facing similar challenges. Pro tip:...
It's a Holiday Painting, Charlie Brown!
3:00pm / Durango Arts Center
This is a wonderful class for parents, grandparents, teens and children to do together! In this fun-filled class, enjoy a cup of Hot Chocolate, and be...
Wine, Liquor, Beer tasting and pairing
4:00pm / Wagon Wheel Liquors
Come and joins us for a tasting of Wine, Liquor, or Beer every Wednesday during happy hour. Come taste our crews favorite products!   Wine...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
Give Peach A Chance Official 2024 Snowdown Beer Release
5:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Join us for the release of the Official 2024 Durango Snowdown Beer -Give Peach A Chance Peach Ale. It's Peachy! Beer & food pairings, plus more!
Bar D Wranglers Christmas Jubilee
7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at FLC
Durango's much-beloved cowboy crooners come off the Bar-D Ranch for their traditional Christmas show.
Karaoke Roulette
8:00pm / Starlight Lounge
Sing a song get a free shot!
Geeks Who Drink
8:00pm / The Roost
Think its just trivia? Think again!
 Thursday, December 21st
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursiona a day! Check our website for specific times.  Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation...
Live Music: Rob Webster
5:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Join us in our tasting room with live music from Rob Webster!
Bluegrass Jam Session
6:00pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company
Every Thursday Stop in and enjoy some local Bluegrass jams by your Local bluegrass jammers!   $4 pints all day and if you'd like to join the...
Poetry Night
6:00pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
Calling all poets & writers! Sustainable Goods + Omni Cafe are delighted to host the High Desert Garden Open Mic Night!    $5 donation appreciated....
Trivia Night
6:30pm / The Powerhouse
Five rounds of questions always including a science round and music round. Teams of 5 eligible for prizes, food and drinks available for purchase. $5 suggested...
Trivia Night
7:30pm / Starlight Lounge
Hosted by Aria PettyOne  Featuring 3 rounds of trivia, prizes, and local drag performances! Come see if you have the brains to win our grand prize...
 Friday, December 22nd
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
2nd Annual Animal Rescue Gift Wrapping Fundraiser
12:00pm / Pet Haus Groom Room
We will be wrapping your presents and having some serious holiday fun! Gift wrapping is by donation and supports our mission to save more animals in 2024....
Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating
2:00pm / Parkers Animal Rescue
"Friday Puppy Hour" is now known as "Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating!" Join us for our weekly "Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating!" Come meet some of our adoptable...
Santa & Mrs. Claus Visit the Mountain
2:00pm / Purgatory Resort Ski Beach
Santa and Mrs. Claus are making a stop at Purgatory Resort before the big night of gift deliveries! Bring your little ones by the Beach area on Friday,...
Fresh Beer Fridays!
3:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Every Friday we will tap a one-of-a-kind, unique, special, small-batch brew from our Mod System. Only available at World HQ!
Fanny Pack Fridays
3:00pm / The Nugget Mountain Bar
Apres fun with sweet door prizes from Osprey and More!
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
Durango Dancing Fridays
7:00pm / VFW Post 4031
Join us every Friday at 7pm (6pm Leads class) for the public lesson followed by 2 hours of dancing. We play East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Salsa,...
Output Friday
9:00pm / Roxy's
We have live DJs playing house and techno all night, from 9pm-2am. Food served late night as well! Great drinks, great vibes, no cover! 21+    Featuring...
 Saturday, December 23rd
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
Thai Food Pop-up
12:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
No reservations required! First come, first serve! It will be open 12pm - 5pm (or until sold out)   This is one-time only, on Christmas Eve...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
Christmas Eve Service
5:30pm / Summit Church
We welcome you, along with your family and friends, to join us for a candlelight church service as we celebrate Light coming into the darkness! We will...
Karaoke
6:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice
Every Saturday 6-9pm Karaoke with your Bartenders Diana & Kimmie ! If you can pull it up on YouTube we can get you on the mic, play karaoke roulette and...
First Annual Winter Solstice Party
11:00pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
Join us for an enchanting celebration at Durango Sustainable Goods, April's Garden, and Southwest Handmade's first annual Winter Solstice Party. Tess Tonic...
 Sunday, December 24th
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
Christmas Eve Services
1:00pm / Summit Church
Services will be at 1:00pm, 3:00pm, 5:00pm, and 7:00pm We welcome you, along with your family and friends, to join us for a candlelight church service...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day! Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation of...
 Monday, December 25th
Annual Christmas Brunch
9:00am / Manna - The Durango Soup Kitchen
All meals will be no-cost and can be served as grab-and-go or enjoyed on our campus. Our dining pavilion will be open to the public for anyone wanting...
 Tuesday, December 26th
Durango Wine Experience-Early Bird Tickets
8:00am / Durango Downtown
The 2024 Durango Wine Experience- April 26-27, 2024 in downtown Durango features a Friday night Walkabout at multiple locations, a Saturday afternoon...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
Whimsical Wonderland 2024 Call to Artists
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Winter blues got you down? Want to help us bring a splash of color and whimsy into those cold dreary days? Well now is your chance! We are turning our...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
Slow Bluegrass Jam
5:30pm / General Palmer
Are you a beginner/intermediate acoustic music player looking to play more? This weekly jam is welcoming to all players, with a focus on slower tempo improvisation...
Full Moon Howler: Snowshoe Fun!
6:00pm / Durango Nordic Center
One way to beat the darkness of this time of year is to get outside and enjoy it! While experiencing the alpine glow of the Twilight Peaks and the rise...
Open Mic Night
7:00pm / Starlight Lounge
Open mic every Tuesday, open to performers of all kinds and levels from beginners to experts. Support local live music!
 Wednesday, December 27th
Daybreak Rotary Club of Durango
7:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds Pine Room
Curious about how the world's largest civic organization makes a difference in our world? Come join us and find out how together Rotarians around the...
Board of County Commissioners - Board Discussion Time
8:30am / Virtually and over the phone by Zoom
Participate on Zoom as follows:   Online (computer or smartphone):  https://zoom.us/j/819094582    Or by telephone:  Dial...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
Wine, Liquor, Beer tasting and pairing
4:00pm / Wagon Wheel Liquors
Come and joins us for a tasting of Wine, Liquor, or Beer every Wednesday during happy hour. Come taste our crews favorite products!   Wine...
THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursiona a day! Check our website for specific times.  Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation...
Open Mic led by ShadowTrapp
6:30pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Bring your talent! Play alone, or with friends. This open mic is run up by the phenomenally talented musicians of ShadowTrapp! So, you are always guaranteed...
Karaoke Roulette
8:00pm / Starlight Lounge
Sing a song get a free shot!
Geeks Who Drink
8:00pm / The Roost
Think its just trivia? Think again!
 Thursday, December 28th
Christmas Tree Drop Off
8:00am / Santa Rita Park
Christmas tree dropped off has officially begun through Jan. 31, 2024
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
Fringe Bead Earring Making with Ani Silversprings
2:00pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
Have you ever wanted to learn to make fringe bead earrings? Do you like to use your hands, learn something new and commune with a group of people in a...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!

Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation...
Whiskey Tasting & Cocktails
5:00pm / Hoodys
Join us for a fun, informational and extremely tasty evening at Hoody's with one of Durango's favorite bartenders, Lucas Hess. This Whiskey Tasting...
Bluegrass Jam Session
6:00pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company
Every Thursday Stop in and enjoy some local Bluegrass jams by your Local bluegrass jammers!   $4 pints all day and if you'd like to join the...
Trivia Night
7:30pm / Starlight Lounge
Hosted by Aria PettyOne  Featuring 3 rounds of trivia, prizes, and local drag performances! Come see if you have the brains to win our grand prize...
 Friday, December 29th
Christmas Tree Drop Off
8:00am / Santa Rita Park
Christmas tree dropped off has officially begun through Jan. 31, 2024
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating
2:00pm / Parkers Animal Rescue
"Friday Puppy Hour" is now known as "Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating!" Join us for our weekly "Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating!" Come meet some of our adoptable...
Fresh Beer Fridays!
3:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Every Friday we will tap a one-of-a-kind, unique, special, small-batch brew from our Mod System. Only available at World HQ!
Fanny Pack Fridays
3:00pm / The Nugget Mountain Bar
Apres fun with sweet door prizes from Osprey and More!
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical...
Tinsel Party
5:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
It's Tinsel Night at EsoTerra Ciderworks! Glam up for New Year's Eve with a touch of sparkle!    Join us at EsoTerra Ciderworks on Friday,...
Durango Dancing Fridays
7:00pm / VFW Post 4031
Join us every Friday at 7pm (6pm Leads class) for the public lesson followed by 2 hours of dancing. We play East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Salsa,...
 Saturday, December 30th
Christmas Tree Drop Off
8:00am / Santa Rita Park
Christmas tree dropped off has officially begun through Jan. 31, 2024
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
Coke Race #1
9:00am / Durango Nordic Ski Club
This long standing Durango event brings skiers together to celebrate winter from beginning to end.    If there isn't enough snow, this...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!

Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation...
Karaoke
6:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice
Every Saturday 6-9pm Karaoke with your Bartenders Diana & Kimmie ! If you can pull it up on YouTube we can get you on the mic, play karaoke roulette and...
 Sunday, December 31st
Christmas Tree Drop Off
8:00am / Santa Rita Park
Christmas tree dropped off has officially begun through Jan. 31, 2024
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade...
The Polar Express Train Ride
4:30pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Multiple excursions a day!
  Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation...
New Years Eve Torchlight Parade and Fireworks Show
6:00pm / Ski Beach at Purgatory Resort
Purgatory’s favorite holiday tradition! From 6:00pm-6:30pm at the Base Area, patrollers and ski instructors will be coming down the mountain, lighting...
NYE Celebration
6:00pm / Wild Horse Saloon
YES! We will be open for all your dancing, drinking and celebrating NEEDS! Let's begin 2024 together.. If you are under 21, please be aware that...
Live Music on New Years Eve with the Garrett Young Collective
7:00pm / Purgys
Join us for a New Years Eve live music experience!
New Years Eve Gala
7:00pm / The Subterrain
Put on your finest and sparkliest duds, and end the year with us partying like its Eastern Standard Time - we'll be dropping the ball with New York at...
NYE Countdown Party!
8:30pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Join us for an unforgettable New Year's Eve party! DJ Tones starts spinning at 8:30pm, with all-ages music until 10pm. From 10pm to midnight, dance the...
New Years Eve Newfoundland New Year
8:30pm / Carver Brewing Company
Join us New Years Eve for a "Newfoundland New Year". We will be serving complimentary champagne for toasting at 8:30pm, the kitchen will be open...
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