Featured Happenings
December 2024 Events
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. Donations...
Adaptive Sports Winter Volunteer Training Clinics
9:00am / ASA Winter Office
Interested in volunteering with Adaptive Sports this winter? Training clinics are required to become a volunteer. We will be hosting clinics starting December...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Holiday Workshop - Glass Ornaments
11:00am / Sun Sapphires
Join us for a fun and festive fused glass workshop where you can create your very own holiday ornaments! Whether you want to use one of our kits or design...
Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Browse locally-harvested white firs from the San Juan National Forest and balsam firs from Wisconsin to find your perfect tree at San Juan Mountains Association's...
Irish jam session
12:30pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company
Come enjoy some Irish Jam! 4$ pints (exclude tulip beers)
Board Game Sundays
2:00pm / Lola's Place
Join us every Sunday afternoon when Guild House Games brings loads of board games to Lola's Place for your pleasure! Compete in your favorite game...
Holiday Wreath Making
2:00pm / April's Garden
A fun wreath-making class! Classes start at $75 per person and includes snacks, beverages, and you get to take home your beautiful wreath!
Holiday Workshop - Glass Ornaments
2:30pm / Sun Sapphires
Join us for a fun and festive fused glass workshop where you can create your very own holiday ornaments! Whether you want to use one of our kits or design...
Blue Moon Ramblers
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
The Blue Moon Ramblers have been playing the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years! Join us for this entertaining tradition inside the area's...
Joel Racheff
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Joel Racheff was born in Wyoming, raised in New Mexico, and has spent most of his adult life in good ol' Durango. As a young man, Joel was and continues...
TBK Banks 3rd Annual Holiday Family Drive until Dec 13
9:00am / TBK Bank
TBK Bank partnered up with Housing Solutions for the Southwest and adopted 15 families in need to make their holidays a bit brighter. Stop by any TBK Bank...
Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot ALL WEEK
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Browse locally-harvested white firs from the San Juan National Forest and balsam firs from Wisconsin to find your perfect tree at San Juan Mountains Association's...
Sisters' Canvas Exhibit
4:00pm / John F. Reed Library
Reed Library and the FLC Art Department welcomes artist Tia Paquin and her exhibition Sisters' Canvas by Tia Paquin
Tia is a studio artist...
Joel Racheff
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
A local favorite! As a young man, Joel was and continues to be interested in many types of music. As an old man, Joel enjoys Jello, long naps, and babbling...
Leah Orlikowski
6:00pm / 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...
Comedy Open-Mic Mondays
7:00pm / The Starlight Lounge
Grab some drinks & join local comedians, first-timers, and storytellers every Monday for their newest jokes & material! Select shows will also feature...
Swing & Brewskies
7:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Brewery
Grab a drink and learn to dance!
Swing dance lesson 7pm, dance to swing & jazz music till closing!
$8 pays for the lesson,...
Cowboy Tuesdays
12:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Dust off those boots & round up your pals —
Cowboy Tuesdays are back in town! Join us at The Diamond Belle Saloon, nestled in the...
Gift Gallery - Tuesday - Saturday
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Tuesday through Saturday! It's that time of year when lights twinkle, magic and cheer are in the air, and snow begins to fall. When everyone starts thinking...
Class Piano Holiday Recital
1:00pm / Fort Lewis College, Roshong Recital Hall
Join us for a fun afternoon of holiday music presented by Dr. Quist's class piano students. These students are not piano majors, but have been taking class...
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...
Jason Thies
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Jason Thies is a guitarist, singer and songwriter based out of Durango, Colorado. Since 1999 he has released 5 albums of original music-2 of which (People...
Sean O'Brien
6:00pm / 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...
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!
FLC Jazz Ensemble
7:00pm / Fort Lewis College, Community Concert Hall
Please join us for an evening of Jazz music presented by the Fort Lewis College Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Dr. John O'Neal. Adults $10.00, K12...
DWSC Movie Night - Calm Beneath Castles
5:30pm / The Powerhouse
Matchstick Productions' newest film, Calm Beneath Castles to benefit the Durango Winter Sports Club.
Included in your ticket price: movie,...
Donny Johnson
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Donny is a self-proclaimed "Troubador!" He plays the guitar and sings - mostly cover tunes of everyone from working musician Willie Nelson to Waylon Jennings,...
Terry Rickard
6:00pm / 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....
Textured Earring Workshop
6:00pm / Four Corners Gem and Minerals Club
Great idea for holiday gift giving! Design 2 pair of unique Copper and Silver earrings using Texturing, stamping and dapping tools. Also basic torch...
Word Honey Poetry Workshop
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
Join us at the library for a free poetry workshop- come write and create original works with us! All are welcome.
Ladies Night
6:30pm / Kroegers Ace Hardware
Come join the fun at Kroegers Ace Hardware's second annual Ladies Night. It's a night you won't want to miss!
Receive 20% off *almost* everything...
Springboard Community Networking Event
6:30pm / FLC Campus - Schlessman Family Hall Lobby
Don't miss this opportunity to network with this year's Presidential Springboard Fellows and community members. This is a great way to meet with enthusiastic...
Open Mic Night w/ Leigh Mikell
7:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Bring your talent! Play alone, or with friends. This open mic is run up by the phenomenally talented musicians, Leigh Mikel! So, you are always guaranteed...
Armchair Boogie with Lavalanche
8:00pm / Animas City Theatre
$22 / $25 / 21+
Tickets online and Animas Trading Company $1 service fee Cash Only
Jamgrass, newgrass, funkgrass, whatever you want...
Tea & Tinsel Thursdays with Shaheen
1:30pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
Join us every Thursday at Durango Sustainable Goods for "Tea and Tinsel Thursdays". It's a weekly thing where we hang out, sip, and let Shaheen of...
Spanish Conversation Hour
5:30pm / Durango Public Library
Join us for an hour of conversation en español at the library the first Thursday of each month! Come practice your Spanish in an informal setting....
Navigating Holiday Stress: 7 Surprising Tools for Staying Healthy and Resilient During the Holidays
5:30pm / Durango Public Library
In the final Strong Through the Season series, come join Erinn for an extra boost of resilience! With a wealth of knowledge, she will lead you in an engaging...
Festive Holiday Wreath Making
5:30pm / Union Social House
Join us in festive holiday wreath making. All supplies included 5:30pm at Union Social house. Its a tradition, grab your friends and make sure to sign...
Tune & Brews
6:00pm / Durango Tool Library
Join us for a night of ski and snowboard tuning led by alumnus Josh Kling. Enjoy food, brews, and everything you need to tune in one set of skis or a board.
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 would like to join the...
Tim Sullivan
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Tim Sullivan, singer/songwriter, has been a featured performer with Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette, and Glen Campbell. He has entertained...
Andrew Schuhmann
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Andrew Schuhmann is the San Juanderer, a roaming singer/songwriter and acoustic cover artist celebrating a restlessness in spirit, yet satisfaction with...
Friends of the San Juans: Route Finding
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
Learn how to use your phone to navigate the backcountry! Have you heard of Caltopo, onX Maps, Gaia, or any of the other online mapping programs? Have you...
First Thursdays Worship Night
6:30pm / TRC Durango
Join us for an inspiring evening of live music and community at The River Church Durango! Whether you're seeking a spiritual experience or simply a night...
Brooke Pasmick, Piano, FLC Senior Recital
7:00pm / Fort Lewis College, Roshong Recital Hall
Brooke Pasmick, Fort Lewis College Senior, Piano, will perform her senior recital.
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
7:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane An Enchanted Tale of Hope and Love
Tickets. $32
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...
First Thursdays Songwriter Series
8:00pm / The iNDIGO Room
Free ***Only 65 RSVP seats available***
Join us for our Songwriters Series in the middle of the month! Located at The iNDIGO Room inside...
2025 Durango Wine Experience - Early Bird Tickets On Sale
8:00am / Durango Downtown
Early Bird Weekend Passes to the Walkabout and the Grand Tasting are on sale now at DurangoWine.com. The passes, valued at $175, are available until December...
SOLD OUT Four Corners AI Conference
8:30am / Fort Lewis Student Union Ballroom
Fort Lewis College and The La Plata Economic Development Alliance are coming together to host the Four Corners AI Conference!
Whether you're...
Noel Week-end, 20% discount Storewide
9:00am / Toh-Atin Gallery
Toh-Atin Gallery will offer 20% storewide savings all day Friday (Noel Night), Saturday and Sunday.
Don't miss this opportunity to purchase...
Noel Night
10:00am / Downtown Durango
Noel Night is a community-wide celebration that kicks off the holiday shopping season! This festive event encourages everyone to shop, eat, and love local...
Noel Night & Weekend
10:00am / Durango Sustainable Goods
We're extending this Local First annual event through the entire weekend, starting Friday, Dec 6 at 4pm through Sunday at 4pm. Friday: enjoy mocktails,...
Festival of Trees & Wreaths
12:00pm / Durango Train Museum
The 21st Annual Festival of Trees & Wreaths is a free and family friendly holiday tradition that's sure to get you into the spirit of the season! Tour...
Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival
1:00pm / La Plata Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall
Local vendors selling an array of hand/homemade items from paintings, jellies, Christmas treats and decor to jewelry and more unique items you don't want...
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!
Friday Mocktail Happy Hour
3:30pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
We are partnering with TESStastic for "warming spirit" mocktail evenings every Friday from 3:30-6 pm! Come down to the shop to sample or purchase New/Old...
The Smiley ArtRoom Collective Noel Night
4:00pm / Smiley Building / ArtRoom Collective
The ArtRoom Collective First Friday NOEL NIGHT!
Friday, December 6 from 4-7pm
1309 E 3rd Avenue, Durango, CO 81301
https://www.theartroomcollective.com/...
The Noel Night Artisans Market
4:00pm / The Century Building - 2nd floor
Join us on Noel Night for an Artisan Market in the Century Building that features the work of over 20 local artists. Live music by Cody Tinnin. Choose...
Noel Night - Southwest Handmade's One Year Anniversary Party!
4:00pm / Southwest Handmade
Celebrate our one year anniversary of opening our brick and mortar location with us, shop locally, and enter our raffle to win a Southwest Handmade gift...
3rd Annual Noel Night Makers Market
4:30pm / The Main Mall
This year we're featuring eight local creatives to bring you the most diverse range of gifts for anyone in your family at a wide range of prices! Show...
Noel Night Show Featuring Bryce Pettit
5:00pm / Sorrel Sky Gallery
Join us during Noel Night, Durango's annual community Holiday Party, featuring the bronze sculptures of Bryce Pettit. Tabletop and lifesize pieces, belt...
Taste of Christmas
5:00pm / ELHI Community Center
Join the Ignacio community for our annual Taste of Christmas celebration! Enjoy the light parade followed by Christmas shopping, games, food, music and...
Noel Night Opening Reception & Artist Demo
5:00pm / Blue Rain Gallery
Celebrate Noel Night with us at Blue Rain Gallery Durango! This special holiday opening reception features Untamed, a series of dynamic wildlife-inspired...
Canyons of the Ancients Luminaria Night
5:00pm / Canyons of the Ancients Visitor Center & Museum
Embrace the holiday spirit with a beautiful, candlelit evening at the Canyons of the Ancients National Monument! Enjoy the glow of luminarias, delicious...
Noel Night at Seed Studio
5:30pm / Seed Studio in the Smiley Building
Parents go have some fun on Noel Night while your kiddos have a blast at Seed! They'll enjoy holiday activities, games, create a unique art project, and...
Darryl Kuntz on Noel Night
5:30pm / Toh-Atin Gallery
Darryl Kuntz will play Christmas favorites and Piano Jazz, at Toh-Atin Gallery, 5:30-8 pm. Join us for a fun and festive evening.
20% off,...
Dustin Burley
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Dustin's music is a blend of Outlaw Country/Blues/Classic Rock/Folk. He puts his own twist on old classics and blends his original songs through his...
Noel Night with Sochi
6:00pm / Create Art and Tea
Tea Master Sochi will be serving Matcha and teaching the Matcha Ceremony starting at 7:00. It is turn into a peaceful atmosphere during the busy evening...
The Power Of A Woman's Body Exhibit on Noel Night
6:00pm / Animas CoWorks
Fort Lewis College Student, JaLyssa Loos, is hosting her first solo art exhibit At Animas CoWorks on main street Durango during Noel night.
JaLyssa explores...
Noel Night Mini Painting Holiday Funfest - Gingerbread Man
6:00pm / Picasso & Vino
Ages 5 and up welcome! Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you create a Holiday masterpiece!
We'll provide all the materials...
Larry Carver & Friends
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Local talent Larry Carver's melodic and passionate electric lead guitar work covers a wide range of rock, blues, jazz and country!
Holiday on the Hill
7:00pm / Fort Lewis College, Community Concert Hall
Join us for our annual celebration, "Holiday on the Hill". The entire performing arts department will entertain you with music of the season. Santa will...
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
7:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane An Enchanted Tale of Hope and Love
Tickets. $32
27th 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....
St. Marks Christmas Bazaar
8:30am / St. Mark's Episcopal Church
Join us for a festive day of holiday shopping and community spirit at St. Mark's Episcopal Church! Handcrafted Arts & Crafts, Delicious Baked Goods, Estate...
Holiday Food & Craft Bazaar
9:00am / Durango La Plata Senior Center
Over 20 Tables, Baked Goods, Homemade Tamales, Handmade Crafts, Candles, Soaps, Jewelry, Ornaments and Face Painting for the kids, +more
Adaptive Sports Winter Volunteer Clinics
9:00am / ASA Winter Office
Interested in volunteering with Adaptive Sports this winter? Training clinics are required to become a volunteer. We will be hosting clinics starting December...
Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival
9:00am / La Plata Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall
Local vendors selling an array of hand/homemade items from paintings, jellies, Christmas treats and decor to jewelry and more unique items you don't...
Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot
9:00am / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Browse locally-harvested white firs from the San Juan National Forest and balsam firs from Wisconsin to find your perfect tree at San Juan Mountains Association's...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Noel Week-end, 20% discount Storewide
9:00am / Toh-Atin Gallery
Toh-Atin Gallery will offer 20% storewide savings all day Friday,(Noel Night), Saturday and Sunday.
Don't miss this opportunity to purchase...
Noel Night & Weekend
10:00am / Durango Sustainable Goods
We're extending this Local First annual event through the entire weekend, starting Friday, Dec 6 at 4pm through Sunday at 4pm. Friday: enjoy mocktails,...
The ArtRoom Collective Holiday Bazaar
10:00am / Smiley Building / ArtRoom Collective
Shop locally for art, special handmade gifts or stocking stuffers! You are invited to join The ArtRoom Collective to be inspired by 24 artists' work and...
English Conversation Circle
10:00am / Durango Public Library
English speaking practice for adult English learners of all levels. All languages and cultures welcome. Learn about your community, make new friends, and...
Portraits with Santa Ken
10:00am / Allison Ragsdale Photography
Back by popular demand, we're offering Portraits with Santa again this year and due to high demand, we're offering 2 dates! Each kiddo/family will get...
3nd Annual Round Dance & Native American Arts Market
12:00pm / Durango High School
Come celebrate the start of our winter months with the Durango Native American Education and NAPAC with our annual Round Dance & Native America Arts Market! ...
Pup-Up Permanent Jewelry with Shaheen & Hope
12:00pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
We're thrilled to have Shaheen's new permanent jewelry pop-up at Sustainable Goods over Noel Night weekend. Stop by anytime between 12 and 4pm on Saturday...
Holiday Market Pop-Up
12:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Ska Brewing is celebrating the season with a Holiday Market Pop Up! Featuring unique local artisan goods, seasonal treats, and festive vibes with craft...
Festival of Trees & Wreaths
12:00pm / Durango Train Museum
The 21st Annual Festival of Trees & Wreaths is a free and family friendly holiday tradition that's sure to get you into the spirit of the season!...
Yarn Meetup
1:00pm / Durango Public Library
Calling knitters and crocheters of all ages and levels! Come work on your current project in an informal group setting! Interested in learning? There will...
Tasty Herbals: Herbal Infusion, Cordials, Elixirs, and Syrups with Katya Difani
1:00pm / Create Art and Tea
Just in time for the holidays and the winter season, this class is meant to be a fun way to learn about various herbs and how to make tasty creations from...
Evergreen Wreath Making Workshop
2:00pm / April's Garden
Enjoy festive treats and refreshments while making your very own natural evergreen holiday wreath. Colleen, owner of April's Garden will guide you...
Holiday Printing Party
2:00pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create several Holiday Handmade Greeting Cards!
We'll...
Family Friendly Painting Party - Nutcracker & Sugar Plum Fairy
2:00pm / Picasso & Vino
Ages 9 & up welcome for this session!
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own...
Cork Wreath Workshop
4:00pm / The Subterrain
Make and decorate your own wine cork wreath! $20 per wreath includes all supplies and instruction, all ages with adult supervision
Ladies Night hosted by Dirty Wheels Biking
5:00pm / 2nd Ave Sports
Come join us for a ladies maintenance night. It's free for all who wanna join.
We have a special guest, Nicole Schnee, who will be talking...
Adam Swanson - Ragtime
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Adam Swanson, our fabulous ragtime in residence, performs ragtime and other favorites. Adam Swanson is one of the world's foremost performers of vintage...
Matt Rupnow Music
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Matt Rupnow is a Singer/Songwriter who lives in Southwest Colorado. He is writing, recording and performing his unique blend of music he likes to call...
iAM MUSIC's Community CO Gives Concert
6:00pm / The iNDIGO Room
Celebrate Colorado Gives Day with iAM MUSIC at our Community CO Gives Concert! Join us for an inspiring evening of live music, featuring performances by...
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
7:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane An Enchanted Tale of Hope and Love
Tickets. $32
Vincent Antone with Phyphr & Forest Thump
8:00pm / Animas City Theatre
$32 / $35 / 21+
Vincent Antone (full name Vincent Antone Seidl) is an American producer and recording artist based in Austin, TX. He is...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Noel Week-end, 20% discount Storewide
9:00am / Toh-Atin Gallery
Toh-Atin Gallery will offer 20% storewide savings all day Friday (Noel Night), Saturday and Sunday.
Don't miss this opportunity to purchase...
Local Cookie Decorating
10:00am / Mountain Dough Baking Co.
Do you want to learn the basics of decorating sugar cookies? If so, then this class is perfect for you!! You will practice basic piping and filling techniques...
Noel Night & Weekend
10:00am / Durango Sustainable Goods
We're extending this Local First annual event through the entire weekend, starting Friday, Dec 6 at 4pm through Sunday at 4pm. Friday: enjoy mocktails,...
Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival
10:00am / La Plata Fairgrounds Exhibit Hall
Local vendors selling an array of hand/homemade items from paintings, jellies, Christmas treats and decor to jewelry and more unique items you don't...
Ginger Bread House Decorate & Sip
11:00am / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Our Sunday Paint & Sip has gotten into the holiday spirit! Gingerbread Decorating Days!!!
Come on down and avoid having to actually BUILD...
Festival of Trees & Wreaths
12:00pm / Durango Train Museum
The 21st Annual Festival of Trees & Wreaths is a free and family friendly holiday tradition that's sure to get you into the spirit of the season!...
Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Browse locally-harvested white firs from the San Juan National Forest and balsam firs from Wisconsin to find your perfect tree at San Juan Mountains Association's...
Irish jam session
12:30pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company
Come enjoy some Irish Jam! 4$ pints (exclude tulip beers)
Board Game Sundays
2:00pm / Lola's Place
Join us every Sunday afternoon when Guild House Games brings loads of board games to Lola's Place for your pleasure! Compete in your favorite game...
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
2:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane An Enchanted Tale of Hope and Love
Tickets. $32
Wintery Painting Session with Mixed Pallet
2:00pm / Create Art and Tea
Mixed Pallet & Create Art And Tea collaborate to bring you a vibrant painting session led by local artist, Tiffany Clark. No painting experience is required....
The iAM MUSIC Institute Winter Student Showcase
2:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Join us for the annual iAM MUSIC Institute Winter Student Showcase! This year, we are happy to be once again taking the showcase to the Durango Arts Center,...
Nifty Nanny 10 Year Anniversary Party
2:30pm / EsoTerra
Come Celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Nifty Nanny- Bike Touring company for kids! We will have cookie decorating, hot chocolate, crafts, and more!...
Durango Choral Society Presents: Family Christmas Concert
3:00pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College
The Durango Choral Society returns to the Community Concert Hall stage in full force to bring you the best of seasonal holiday music! Featuring the Durango...
Funk Jam Sessions presented by Jimmy's Music & Supply
5:00pm / 11th Street Station
A jam session for funk, jazz and groove players with a rotating host of bands on the second Sunday of each month.
Sunday December 8th will...
Ben Gibson
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Influenced from greats both past and present: Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaugh, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, as well as more contemporary greats such as Joe...
Blue Moon Ramblers
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
The Blue Moon Ramblers have been playing the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years! Join us for this entertaining tradition inside the area's...
2025 Durango Wine Experience - Early Bird Tickets On Sale
8:00am / Durango Downtown
Early Bird Weekend Passes to the Walkabout and the Grand Tasting are on sale now at DurangoWine.com. The passes, valued at $175, are available until December...
TBK Banks 3rd Annual Holiday Family Drive
9:00am / TBK Bank
TBK Bank partnered up with Housing Solutions for the Southwest and adopted 15 families in need to make their holidays a bit brighter. Stop by any TBK Bank...
Chair Yoga for Seniors
10:30am / La Plata County Senior Center
Mondays | 10:30 - 11:30 The goals of this class are to gently stretch, strengthen and improve balance. Most exercises are performed seated. We do stand...
Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot ALL WEEK
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Browse locally-harvested white firs from the San Juan National Forest and balsam firs from Wisconsin to find your perfect tree at San Juan Mountains Association's...
Charlie Henry
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Chuck Hank, the low end force behind Durango's musical revolution, has become an iconic figure under the neon lights of countless venues. With his nimble...
Comedy Open-Mic Mondays
7:00pm / The Starlight Lounge
Grab some drinks & join local comedians, first-timers, and storytellers every Monday for their newest jokes & material! Select shows will also feature...
Swing & Brewskies
7:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Brewery
Grab a drink and learn to dance!
Swing dance lesson 7pm, dance to swing & jazz music till closing!
$8 pays for the lesson,...
Southwest Colorado Gives Day
12:00am / Southwest Colorado Gives Day
Today is the day to Give Where You Live! Come support the nonprofits in your community by donating to the causes you care about today on swcogives.org!...
Economic Development Alliance Meeting
8:00am / Center for Innovation (Main Mall)
Be Part of the Conversation! At the heart of La Plata County's economic pulse, these gatherings are the most significant meetings in the county, fostering...
Gift Gallery
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Tuesday through Saturday! It's that time of year when lights twinkle, magic and cheer are in the air, and snow begins to fall. When everyone starts...
How to Stay out of a Nursing Home
1:00pm / Durango Senior Center - Window Room
Next in the continuing free series at Durango Senior Center, we will talk about ways to avoid someone taking your decision-making abilities away through...
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...
Terry Rickard
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
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....
Randy Crumbaugh
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Randy's main genre and music covers comes from the 70's Folk Rock era, though he covers every decade. His favorite artists include: James Taylor, Neil...
Durango Barbershoppers Annual Christmas Concert
6:00pm / Durango Main Mall
The annual Durango Barbershoppers Christmas concert will be presented at the Main Mall downtown. The show will feature the Durango Narrowgauge Chorus,...
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!
Durango Fire Blood Drive
9:00am / Station 1 - Training Room
Eat a good meal, drink plenty of water and bring an ID for your appointment!
Walkins always welcome!
Gingerbread House Contest - Houses on Display
11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category!
Gingerbread homes will be on...
HR Workshop: Employee Handbook Review with Attorney Michael Santo
11:30am / Center for Innovation ( 2nd floor Main Mall)
Join us for an HR Workshop in partnership with DAHRM: Durango Area Human Resource Managers.
Employee Handbook Updates will be taught by Employment...
Employee Handbook Updates will be taught by Employment...
The Polar Express Train Ride
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Festive Holiday Wreath Making
5:30pm / Adela Floral
Join us in festive holiday wreath making! Its a tradition, all supplies provided. Our first studio class at our lovely location! Grab your friends and...
Holiday Wreath Making Workshop!
5:30pm / Lola's Place
Want to bring some handcrafted holiday cheer into your home? Sign up for our Wreath Workshop!
Our rockstar instructor will guide you through...
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...
Donny Johnson
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Donny is a self-proclaimed "Troubador!" He plays the guitar and sings - mostly cover tunes of everyone from working musician Willie Nelson to Waylon Jennings,...
Terry Rickard
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
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....
Open Mic Night w/ Leigh Mikell
7:00pm / 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...
Gingerbread House Contest - Houses on Display
11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category!
Gingerbread homes will be on...
Tea & Tinsel Thursdays with Shaheen
1:30pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
Join us every Thursday at Durango Sustainable Goods for "Tea and Tinsel Thursdays". It's a weekly thing where we hang out, sip, and let Shaheen of...
Rising River Stewards Event
3:30pm / Powerhouse Science Center
Join MSI for a few hours of stewardship and learning at the Powerhouse Science Center on December 12th from 3:30PM-5:30PM. Students have the opportunity...
Crafternoons: Holiday Cards
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. This month...
The Polar Express Train Ride
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
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 would like to join the...
Tim Sullivan
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Tim Sullivan, singer/songwriter, has been a featured performer with Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette, and Glen Campbell. He has entertained...
Andrew Schuhmann
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Andrew Schuhmann is the San Juanderer, a roaming singer/songwriter and acoustic cover artist celebrating a restlessness in spirit, yet satisfaction with...
Friends of the San Juans- Season Review
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
Join us for a reflective evening looking at last season's snow, avalanche, and accident history, and discussion with a guest speaker. The best way to get...
Nerds Night Out Trivia
6:30pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Test your Durango knowledge, brush up on Durango history, and municipal government processes. Teams of five will compete for great prizes! Trivia starts...
Painting Party - Winter Wonderland
6:30pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece!
Everything's included for...
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...
Christmas Tree Drop Off
8:00am / Santa Rita Park
Christmas tree dropped off has officially begun through Jan. 31, 2025
Gingerbread House Contest - Houses on Display
11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category!
Gingerbread homes will be on...
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!
Friday Mocktail Happy Hour
3:30pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
We are partnering with TESStastic for "warming spirit" mocktail evenings every Friday from 3:30-6 pm! Come down to the shop to sample or purchase New/Old...
Herbal Holiday Gift Making Workshop with Lenore Anderson
3:30pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
Reserve a seat (just $10/person)and then drop in anytime between 3:30 and 5:30 pm for a 30 minute Herbal Gift Making Workshop, with Clinical Herbalist,...
The Bizarre Bazaar
5:00pm / Studio & Gallery
Every December Studio & Gallery hosts the Bizarre Bazaar, which is a cross between a holiday bazaar and a Turkish bazaar and THE place to buy holiday gifts...
The Merry Mushroom Mixer
5:00pm / The Durango Beer and Ice Company
Join The Durango Beer & Ice Company and The Psychedelic Club of Durango as we Celebrate the holidays with a Toy Drive and Coat & Boot Drive for Humans...
Parade of Gingerbread Homes
5:00pm / Animas Chocolate Company
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...
The Polar Express Train Ride
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Larry Carver & Friends
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Local talent Larry Carver's melodic and passionate electric lead guitar work covers a wide range of rock, blues, jazz and country!
Dustin Burley
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Dustin's music is a blend of Outlaw Country/Blues/Classic Rock/Folk. He puts his own twist on old classics and blends his original songs through his...
Treasure Hunt
6:30pm / The Subterrain
We really like a good treasure hunt...
Naturally, we wanted to make one for you to come experience in our one-of-a-kind Subterrain space....
Merely Players presents Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol
7:00pm / Merely Underground
A New Take on a Timeless Classic
Tickets. $32-36
Magic Weens - Magic Beans perform the music of Ween with Cycles
8:00pm / Animas City Theatre
$22 / $25 / 21+
Magic Beans are proud to partner with Backline's Music Mental Health Fund for this tour, so for every ticket sold, $1 will...
Adaptive Sports Winter Volunteer Clinic
9:00am / ASA Winter Office
Interested in volunteering with Adaptive Sports this winter? Training clinics are required to become a volunteer. We will be hosting clinics starting December...
Durango Farmers Market - Holiday Market
9:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds
This holiday season, focus on shopping local and supporting your community at the Durango Farmers Market Holiday Market! Discover unique, handcrafted gifts,...
Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot
9:00am / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Browse locally-harvested white firs from the San Juan National Forest and balsam firs from Wisconsin to find your perfect tree at San Juan Mountains Association's...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
The 3rd Annual Gingerbread Lodge
9:00am / The Black Diamond Lodge
Free Family Event and Holiday Open House
Once again, our space will be decked to the nines, Christmas music will play, the fire will be...
Frosty's Craft Fair
9:00am / Bayfield High School
Enjoy a full day of Christmas shopping at Frosty's Craft Fair. Vendors, food, door prizes, silent auction. Free entry! This is a great opportunity to pick...
Wreaths Across America
9:30am / Greenmount Cemetery
Join us for National Wreaths Across America Day as we Remember the fallen, Honor those who serve, and Teach the next generation the value of freedom. The...
Portraits with Santa
9:30am / Allison Ragsdale Photography
Back by popular demand, we're offering Portraits with Santa again this year and due to high demand, we're offering 2 dates! Each kiddo/family will get...
TBK Banks 3rd Annual Cookies & Cocao with Santa
10:00am / TBK Bank
Join us for Cookies & Cocoa with Santa, a festive day filled with holiday cheer! This FREE event is perfect for the entire family...featuring hot cocoa,...
English Conversation Circle
10:00am / Durango Public Library
English speaking practice for adult English learners of all levels. All languages and cultures welcome. Learn about your community, make new friends, and...
The Bizarre Bazaar
10:00am / Studio & Gallery
Every December Studio & Gallery hosts the Bizarre Bazaar, which is a cross between a holiday bazaar and a Turkish bazaar. This year, the 10th annual,...
Gingerbread House Contest - Houses on Display
11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category!
Gingerbread homes will be on...
Art of Glass: Stained Glass Christmas Ornaments
12:30pm / Durango Arts Center
Create a brilliant work of art by the way of stained glass artistry!
In this 5 hour workshop, students will learn the basics of stained glass. Techniques...
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!
Our lovely dog "models"...
Odds -n- Ends Christmas Bazaar
2:00pm / The Subterrain
Unique and last minute gifts - The Subterrain and Durango Winery basement will be open and full of local artists, crafters, jewelers, body workers, hair...
Evergreen Wreath Making Workshop
2:00pm / April's Garden
Enjoy festive treats and refreshments while making your very own natural evergreen holiday wreath. Colleen, owner of April's Garden will guide you every...
Painting Party - The Nutcracker & Sugar Plum Fairy
2:00pm / Picasso & Vino
Ages 9 & Up Welcome.
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece!
Everything's...
The Polar Express Train Ride
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Adam Swanson - Ragtime
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Adam Swanson, our fabulous ragtime in residence, performs ragtime and other favorites. Adam Swanson is one of the world's foremost performers of vintage...
Matt Rupnow Music
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Matt Rupnow is a Singer/Songwriter who lives in Southwest Colorado. He is writing, recording and performing his unique blend of music he likes to call...
Warhol and Wine - Winter Landscapes and Snowmen
6:00pm / Durango Arts Center
In this fun-filled adult class, enjoy a glass of wine or other adult beverage, be exposed to variety of tips, tricks and techniques, as you create a One-of-a-Kind...
Merely Players presents Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol
7:00pm / Merely Underground
A New Take on a Timeless Classic
Tickets. $32-36
Swingin' Holiday Cheer
7:00pm / Totah Theater
The Civic Winds Jazz Orchestra will bring its own brand of swingin' holiday cheer to Farmington, NM. The ensemble, an offshoot of the larger Southwest...
haiikuu - Second Weekend Series
8:00pm / The iNDIGO Room
This is our monthly Second Weekend Series featuring touring and local artists/bands that we think you'll really like!
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Magic Beans & Squeaky Feet - Night two!
8:00pm / Animas City Theatre
$22 / $25 / 21+
Magic Beans are proud to partner with Backline's Music Mental Health Fund for this tour, so for every ticket sold, $1 will...
Veteran Benefit Breakfast - Open to Public
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Great opportunity to support your local veterans while enjoying a delicious breakfast! Open to the public, this event is held every 1st & 3rd Sunday. Donations...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Holiday Market
10:00am / Still Life Coffee and Botanicals
Still Life Coffee and Botanicals presents its annual Holiday Market! Swing by on Sunday, Dec 15th 10am-3pm to peruse goods from local vendors, sip on seasonal...
The Bizarre Bazaar
11:00am / Studio & Gallery
Every December Studio & Gallery hosts the Bizarre Bazaar, which is a cross between a holiday bazaar and a Turkish bazaar. This year, the 10th annual,...
Ginger Bread House Decorate & Sip
11:00am / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Our Sunday Paint & Sip has gotten into the holiday spirit! Gingerbread Decorating Days!!!
Come on down and avoid having to actually BUILD...
Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Browse locally-harvested white firs from the San Juan National Forest and balsam firs from Wisconsin to find your perfect tree at San Juan Mountains Association's...
Irish jam session
12:30pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company
Come enjoy some Irish Jam! 4$ pints (exclude tulip beers)
Board Game Sundays
2:00pm / Lola's Place
Join us every Sunday afternoon when Guild House Games brings loads of board games to Lola's Place for your pleasure! Compete in your favorite game...
Merely Players presents Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol
2:00pm / Merely Underground
A New Take on a Timeless Classic
Tickets. $32-36
Painting Party - Moonrise in Winter
2:00pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece!
Everything's included for...
The Polar Express Train Ride
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Blue Moon Ramblers
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
The Blue Moon Ramblers have been playing the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years! Join us for this entertaining tradition inside the area's...
Ben Gibson
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Influenced from greats both past and present: Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaugh, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, as well as more contemporary greats such as Joe...
Alpine Bank Full Moon Howler
6:00pm / Durango Nordic Center
One way to beat the darkness of this time of year is to get outside and enjoy it! Experience the alpine glow of the Twilight Peaks and the rise of the...
Christmas Tree Drop Off
8:00am / Santa Rita Park
Christmas tree dropped off has officially begun through Jan. 31, 2025
Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot ALL WEEK
12:00pm / DSNGRR Parking Lot
Browse locally-harvested white firs from the San Juan National Forest and balsam firs from Wisconsin to find your perfect tree at San Juan Mountains Association's...
Durango Death Cafe
4:00pm / Durango Public Library
At a Death Café people our objective is to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives.
A...
The Polar Express Train Ride ALL WEEK
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Joel Racheff
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Joel Racheff was born in Wyoming, raised in New Mexico, and has spent most of his adult life in good ol' Durango. As a young man, Joel was and continues...
Comedy Open-Mic Mondays
7:00pm / The Starlight Lounge
Grab some drinks & join local comedians, first-timers, and storytellers every Monday for their newest jokes & material! Select shows will also feature...
Swing & Brewskies
7:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Brewery
Grab a drink and learn to dance!
Swing dance lesson 7pm, dance to swing & jazz music till closing!
$8 pays for the lesson,...
2025 Durango Wine Experience - Early Bird Tickets On Sale
8:00am / Durango Downtown
Early Bird Weekend Passes to the Walkabout and the Grand Tasting are on sale now at DurangoWine.com. The passes, valued at $175, are available until December...
Cowboy Tuesdays
12:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Dust off those boots & round up your pals —
Cowboy Tuesdays are back in town! Join us at The Diamond Belle Saloon, nestled in the...
Gift Gallery
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Tuesday through Saturday! It's that time of year when lights twinkle, magic and cheer are in the air, and snow begins to fall. When everyone starts...
Bayfield Death Cafe
1:00pm / Pine River Library Community Room
Pine River Library is one of many groups in 79 countries across the world that host Death Cafés. A Death Cafe is a time and place where people come...
Jason Thies
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Jason Thies is a guitarist, singer and songwriter based out of Durango, Colorado. Since 1999 he has released 5 albums of original music-2 of which (People...
Sean O'Brien
6:00pm / 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...
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 Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol
7:00pm / Merely Underground
A New Take on a Timeless Classic
Tickets. $32-36
Gingerbread House Contest - Houses on Display
11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category!
Gingerbread homes will be on...
Them Apples: Marketing and Chill
12:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
After an incredible three years of hosting Them Apples, we're closing this chapter and redirecting our focus to offering even more free training, valuable...
Pint Night!
4:00pm / Lola's Place
Come hang out at Lola's Place for Pint Night! Enjoy a cold SKA beer and take home a SKA pint glass! Cheers!
Donny Johnson
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Donny is a self-proclaimed "Troubador!" He plays the guitar and sings - mostly cover tunes of everyone from working musician Willie Nelson to Waylon Jennings,...
Terry Rickard
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
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....
Word Honey Poetry Workshop
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
Join us at the library for a free poetry workshop- come write and create original works with us! All are welcome.
Open Mic Night w/ Leigh Mikell
7:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Bring your talent! Play alone, or with friends. This open mic is run up by the phenomenally talented musicians, Leigh Mikel! So, you are always guaranteed...
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
7:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane An Enchanted Tale of Hope and Love
Tickets. $32
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.
Doors Open: 7:00 PM
Gingerbread House Contest - Houses on Display
11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category!
Gingerbread homes will be on...
Tea & Tinsel Thursdays with Shaheen
1:30pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
Join us every Thursday at Durango Sustainable Goods for "Tea and Tinsel Thursdays". It's a weekly thing where we hang out, sip, and let Shaheen of...
Hermosa Cafe Paint & Sip
4:00pm / Hermosa Cafe
Sip on your beverage of choice as you are lead through a step by step process by a Visual Arts professional on how to paint your very own landscape painting...
Live Music: Rob Webster
5:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Join us for Live Music from Rob Webster on the indoor stage.
2025 Official Snowdown Beer Release
5:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
For over 45 years people have come together to celebrate SW Colorado's ultimate Cabin Fever Reliever: Snowdown! New limited release beer! Want in on the...
Women & Finance
5:30pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Join us for a supportive, empowering conversation about personal finance! We'll share tips on getting out of debt, building credit, investing, and...
Poetry Open Mic Night
6:00pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
Calling all poets & writers! Sustainable Goods is delighted to host the High Desert Garden Open Mic Night! $5 donation appreciated.
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 would like to join the...
Tim Sullivan
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Tim Sullivan, singer/songwriter, has been a featured performer with Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette, and Glen Campbell. He has entertained...
Andrew Schuhmann
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Andrew Schuhmann is the San Juanderer, a roaming singer/songwriter and acoustic cover artist celebrating a restlessness in spirit, yet satisfaction with...
Community Cookie Exchange
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
Bake four dozen of your favorite cookie, swap them with everyone else's varieties, and then you'll go home with a diverse and delicious platter of cookies!...
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
7:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane An Enchanted Tale of Hope and Love
Tickets. $32
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...
Comedy Open Mic - Christmas Edition
7:30pm / EsoTerra
Back and better than EVER! EsoTerra is kicking off our new Open Mic Comedy series (hosted by the truly incomparable Bailey!) with Christmas stories of...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Gingerbread House Contest - Houses on Display
11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category!
Gingerbread homes will be on...
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-tastic Fridays
3:00pm / The Nugget Mountain Bar
Join the Steam Team with Osprey and The Nuggest fam!
Friday Mocktail Happy Hour
3:30pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
We are partnering with TESStastic for "warming spirit" mocktail evenings every Friday from 3:30-6 pm! Come down to the shop to sample or purchase New/Old...
San Juan Symphony Beyond the Concert Hall Presents Majesty of Christmas
4:00pm / St. Mark's Episcopal Church
Join the SJS Chamber Singers, Chamber groups, and more as they perform heartfelt holiday selections. We are back again with two different performance times...
The Polar Express Train Ride
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Mike Testa
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Michael was raised in Rockaway, New Jersey and he came to Durango, Colorado to get his BA in Exercise Science from Fort Lewis College in Durango. By day,...
Larry Carver & Friends
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Local talent Larry Carver's melodic and passionate electric lead guitar work covers a wide range of rock, blues, jazz and country!
Painting Party - Home for the Holidays
6:00pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece!
Everything's included for...
San Juan Symphony Beyond the Concert Hall Presents Majesty of Christmas
7:00pm / St. Mark's Episcopal Church
Join the SJS Chamber Singers, Chamber groups, and more as they perform heartfelt holiday selections. We are back again with two different performance times...
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
7:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane An Enchanted Tale of Hope and Love
Tickets. $32
Lower Left Improv - Holiday Show!
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Join us for an amazing night of short- and long-form improv comedy at the Durango Arts Center! Lower Left instructors will take the stage with a collection...
Willy Wonka's Ugly Sweater Christmas Party
8:00pm / The Subterrain
Frolic with The Quarks in a winter wonderland- door prizes, ugly sweater contest, conga line and candy cane limbo! $15, all ages
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
English Conversation Circle
10:00am / Durango Public Library
English speaking practice for adult English learners of all levels. All languages and cultures welcome. Learn about your community, make new friends, and...
Gingerbread House Contest - Houses on Display
11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category!
Gingerbread homes will be on...
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane
2:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane An Enchanted Tale of Hope and Love
Tickets. $32
Painting Party - Festive Window
2:00pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece!
Everything's included for...
Dark Idols Launch Party
5:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Come celebrate the official website and brand launch at EsoTerra Ciderworks. Enjoy Gothic & Darksynth music and tasty drinks while dressed in your finest...
The Polar Express Train Ride
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Adam Swanson - Ragtime
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Adam Swanson, our fabulous ragtime in residence, performs ragtime and other favorites. Adam Swanson is one of the world's foremost performers of vintage...
Matt Rupnow Music
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Matt Rupnow is a Singer/Songwriter who lives in Southwest Colorado. He is writing, recording and performing his unique blend of music he likes to call...
Merely Players presents Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol
7:00pm / Merely Underground
A New Take on a Timeless Classic
Tickets. $32-36
Stand-up Comedy Show
8:00pm / The Subterrain
Laugh it up with local talent, and enjoy a glass of our locally made hard cider, sake or wine.
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Irish jam session
12:30pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company
Come enjoy some Irish Jam! 4$ pints (exclude tulip beers)
Santa & Mrs. Claus Visit the Mountain
1:30pm / 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 and get those...
Board Game Sundays
2:00pm / Lola's Place
Join us every Sunday afternoon when Guild House Games brings loads of board games to Lola's Place for your pleasure! Compete in your favorite game...
Merely Players presents Jacob Marley's Christmas Carol
2:00pm / Merely Underground
A New Take on a Timeless Classic
Tickets. $32-36
The Polar Express Train Ride
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Charlie Henry
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Chuck Hank, the low end force behind Durango's musical revolution, has become an iconic figure under the neon lights of countless venues. With his nimble...
Blue Moon Ramblers
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
The Blue Moon Ramblers have been playing the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years! Join us for this entertaining tradition inside the area's...
Christmas Tree Drop Off
8:00am / Santa Rita Park
Christmas tree dropped off has officially begun through Jan. 31, 2025
Cascade Canyon Winter Train ALL WEEK
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Gingerbread House Contest Houses on Display ALL WEEK
11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category!
Gingerbread homes will be on...
The Polar Express Train Ride ALL WEEK
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Joel Racheff
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Joel Racheff was born in Wyoming, raised in New Mexico, and has spent most of his adult life in good ol' Durango. As a young man, Joel was and continues...
Aikido Starter Session
6:00pm / Durango Shin Budo Kai Aikido
Mondays | 6:15 | 12 Sessions: Jan 20 - Apr 7 Are you looking for a martial art that emphasizes harmony, balance, and self-improvement? Aikido offers more...
Leah Orlikowski
6:00pm / 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...
Comedy Open-Mic Mondays
7:00pm / The Starlight Lounge
Grab some drinks & join local comedians, first-timers, and storytellers every Monday for their newest jokes & material! Select shows will also feature...
Swing & Brewskies
7:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Brewery
Grab a drink and learn to dance!
Swing dance lesson 7pm, dance to swing & jazz music till closing!
$8 pays for the lesson,...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Gingerbread House Contest - Houses on Display
11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category!
Gingerbread homes will be on...
Gift Gallery - Tuesday - Saturday
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Tuesday through Saturday! It's that time of year when lights twinkle, magic and cheer are in the air, and snow begins to fall. When everyone starts thinking...
Christmas Eve
4:00pm / Stillwater Music
Join us as we Awaken the WONDER of the Holy Night!
Christmas is the perfect time to invite your friends and family to church, and Durango...
3rd Avenue Luminaria Display
5:00pm / Boulevard Neighborhood Association (BNA)
Once again, the Boulevard Neighborhood Association (BNA) will be placing 1200 luminarias in the 3rd Avenue median on Christmas Eve.
Bring the family...
The Polar Express Train Ride
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Donny Johnson
6:00pm / 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 to Waylon Jennings,...
Terry Rickard
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
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....
Merry Christmas!
8:00am / Celebration with Family and Friends
The WHD team is wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas today and a happy holidays to everyone this season!
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Tea & Tinsel Thursdays with Shaheen
1:30pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
Join us every Thursday at Durango Sustainable Goods for "Tea and Tinsel Thursdays". It's a weekly thing where we hang out, sip, and let Shaheen of...
Durango Green Drinks
5:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join Durango Green Drinks the last Thursday of the month from 5-7PM at 11th Street Station with two local sustainability organizations hosting each month....
The Polar Express Train Ride
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
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 would like to join the...
Rob Webster
6:00pm / 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!"...
Tim Sullivan
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Tim Sullivan, singer/songwriter, has been a featured performer with Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette, and Glen Campbell. He has entertained...
Painting Party - Snow Gently Falling
6:30pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece!
Everything's included for...
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...
2025 Durango Wine Experience - Early Bird Tickets On Sale
8:00am / Durango Downtown
Early Bird Weekend Passes to the Walkabout and the Grand Tasting are on sale now at DurangoWine.com. The passes, valued at $175, are available until December...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Gingerbread House Contest - Houses on Display
11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category!
Gingerbread homes will be on...
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-tastic Fridays
3:00pm / The Nugget Mountain Bar
Join the Steam Team with Osprey and The Nuggest fam!
Friday Mocktail Happy Hour
3:30pm / Durango Sustainable Goods
We are partnering with TESStastic for "warming spirit" mocktail evenings every Friday from 3:30-6 pm! Come down to the shop to sample or purchase New/Old...
Whiskey Tasting
5:00pm / Hoody's
Please join us for an evening of exploring different flavors and enjoying excellent company. Spice up a date night, get out with friends, or beat the cold...
The Polar Express Train Ride
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Larry Carver & Friends
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Local talent Larry Carver's melodic and passionate electric lead guitar work covers a wide range of rock, blues, jazz and country!
Dustin Burley
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Dustin's music is a blend of Outlaw Country/Blues/Classic Rock/Folk. He puts his own twist on old classics and blends his original songs through his...
Treasure Hunt
6:30pm / The Subterrain
We really like a good treasure hunt...
Naturally, we wanted to make one for you to come experience in our one-of-a-kind Subterrain space....
Painting Party - A Mountain Lake
6:30pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece!
Everything's included for...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
English Conversation Circle
10:00am / Durango Public Library
English speaking practice for adult English learners of all levels. All languages and cultures welcome. Learn about your community, make new friends, and...
Gingerbread House Contest - Houses on Display
11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company
View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category!
Gingerbread homes will be on...
Painting Party - Purgatory Base Camp
2:00pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece!
Everything's included for...
The Polar Express Train Ride
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Adam Swanson - Ragtime
5:30pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Adam Swanson, our fabulous ragtime in residence, performs ragtime and other favorites. Adam Swanson is one of the world's foremost performers of vintage...
Matt Rupnow Music
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Matt Rupnow is a Singer/Songwriter who lives in Southwest Colorado. He is writing, recording and performing his unique blend of music he likes to call...
Live Celtic Trad Music
6:30pm / The Subterrain
Tom Ward's Downfall with guests Bangers & Blunders
$15 adults, $10 students and children
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Irish jam session
12:30pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company
Come enjoy some Irish Jam! 4$ pints (exclude tulip beers)
Board Game Sundays
2:00pm / Lola's Place
Join us every Sunday afternoon when Guild House Games brings loads of board games to Lola's Place for your pleasure! Compete in your favorite game...
The Polar Express Train Ride
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Blue Moon Ramblers
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
The Blue Moon Ramblers have been playing the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years! Join us for this entertaining tradition inside the area's...
Ben Gibson
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Influenced from greats both past and present: Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaugh, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, as well as more contemporary greats such as Joe...
2025 Durango Wine Experience - Early Bird Tickets On Sale
8:00am / Durango Downtown
Early Bird Weekend Passes to the Walkabout and the Grand Tasting are on sale now at DurangoWine.com. The passes, valued at $175, are available until December...
Christmas Tree Drop Off
8:00am / Santa Rita Park
Christmas tree dropped off has officially begun through Jan. 31, 2025
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
The Polar Express Train Ride ALL WEEK
5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...
Joel Racheff
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Joel Racheff was born in Wyoming, raised in New Mexico, and has spent most of his adult life in good ol' Durango. As a young man, Joel was and continues...
Comedy Open-Mic Mondays
7:00pm / The Starlight Lounge
Grab some drinks & join local comedians, first-timers, and storytellers every Monday for their newest jokes & material! Select shows will also feature...
Swing & Brewskies
7:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Brewery
Grab a drink and learn to dance!
Swing dance lesson 7pm, dance to swing & jazz music till closing!
$8 pays for the lesson,...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Noon Years Eve Celebration
9:30am / The Powerhouse
We will have family friendly New Years activities with a Noon Years Eve Balloon Drop at 12:00pm.
Come celebrate 2025 with the whole family...
Gift Gallery
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Tuesday through Saturday! It's that time of year when lights twinkle, magic and cheer are in the air, and snow begins to fall. When everyone starts...
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...
Jason Thies
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Jason Thies is a guitarist, singer and songwriter based out of Durango, Colorado. Since 1999 he has released 5 albums of original music-2 of which (People...
Durango Film New Year's Eve Bash
6:00pm / VFW
Movie-themed New Year's Eve costume party benefits both the Durango Independent Film Festival and the VFW! Come dressed as your favorite movie character!...
A Deadly Resolution - A New Year's Eve Murder Mystery Event!
6:00pm / Sky Ute Casino Resort
Enjoy a delightful plated dinner while trying to solve the crime! Doors will open at 6 PM for our cocktail hour, during which you can get to know your...
Elder Grown - New Years Eve 1920s Speakeasy Vibe
8:00pm / Animas City Theatre
Animas City Theatre presents Elder Grown - New Years Eve 1920s Speakeasy Vibe with special guest Yope
Doors 8:00pm Show 9:00pm-12:30am
Paper...
New Year's Eve Celebration
8:30pm / 11th Street Station
Let's celebrate and get excited for 2025. Tickets are on sale now for $25. The doors open at 8:30 pm, and live music starts at 9 pm featuring DJ's SQOZE...
Glitter & Glam with 100 Year Flood
9:00pm / The Subterrain
Ring in the New Year with one of Durango's favorite local bands! 100 Year Flood glitter-n-glamming it up right into 2025. $15, 21 & up only
New Year's Eve White Party
9:00pm / American Legion
Celebrate the end of 2024 with live dance performances and DJ Vanny Vance. Doors open at 8, show starts at 9. 21+ event
