Durango Events

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Today is International Women’s Day!
Mar08

Today is International Women’s Day!

About International Women’s Day (8 March) International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. International Women’s Day (IWD) has been observed since in the early 1900’s – a time of great expansion and turbulence in the industrialized world that saw booming...

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DURANGO’S CELTIC FESTIVAL IN TOWN THIS WEEKEND!!
Mar07

DURANGO’S CELTIC FESTIVAL IN TOWN THIS WEEKEND!!

DURANGO’S FIFTH ANNUAL CELTIC FESTIVAL IN TOWN THIS WEEKEND!! Durango has no shortage of entertainment and festivals. We are a small town, but we offer so much in terms of culture and activities. This weekend is no exception; we are home to the 5th Annual Durango Celtic Festival. March 9-12, Durango will host this festival, and it’s sure to be a hit. In fact, the last couple of years they have actually sold out of weekend passes, so...

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Live like you are dying?
Mar07

Live like you are dying?

Surprisingly, people ask me if I know when they or a loved one will die. I always give the same answer: Of course I know that! You’re gonna live right up until to the moment you die. And then they laugh —  in relief because they didn’t really want to know. So it begs the question, why ask? Many people – many reasons. ******* If you know that you are going to die (which we all know is a fact of life), then why wait until...

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Art, Music & MORE…  at Fort Lewis College
Feb23

Art, Music & MORE… at Fort Lewis College

FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – February 26 – March 11, 2017 Sunday, February 26 FLC Music Department’s Student Honor Recitals– 3 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College Visit www.fortlewis.edu/music for more information. Tuesday, February 28 Julia Robinson Mathematics Festival – 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Student Union Vallecito Room  FLC Music Department’s Midday Music Recital– 12:20 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall at Fort Lewis College...

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Silverton Skijoring 2017
Feb14

Silverton Skijoring 2017

One of the most unique winter events in the area will be held in Silverton Colorado —the 8th Annual Silverton Skijoring Contest. On Saturday and Sunday, February 18th and 19th, 2017 –  Silverton will be overtaken by horses, skiers, and riders. This amazing sport uses a horse and rider to pull a skier behind the horse, who holds on with a tow rope. Imagine waterskiing, but behind a horse and on top of snow! During the race, the...

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Snowdown winds to a close!
Feb05

Snowdown winds to a close!

DURANGALACTIC SNOWDOWN winds down… More than a hundred events– in dozens of locations– are now drawing to a close for 2017’s INTERGALACTIC SNOWDOWN– Durango, Colorado’s premier winter festival!  Colorful balloons graced the skies of the north valley both Saturday and Sunday.     Hundreds enjoyed the LIGHT PARADE downtown Durango on Main street… on Friday night! Next year’s...

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Snowdown is here!!! Parade is Friday night!
Feb01

Snowdown is here!!! Parade is Friday night!

Our amazing winter event SNOWDOWN is here! A time for FUN! You can see the whole schedule of events right here Bring the whole family: There is something for everyone! And get ready for the big parade coming Friday night! Snowdown resources: Official website: SNOWDOWN.ORG SNOWDOWN FACEBOOK page

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Snowdown approaches… it’s going to be out of this world!!!
Jan29

Snowdown approaches… it’s going to be out of this world!!!

INTERGALACTIC SNOWDOWN APPROACHES…  FEBRUARY 1ST draws nigh… Prepare to BLAST INTO OUTER SPACE… with experiences out of this world!     Check out Wednesday’s Opening Schedule of Events– whether you are competing in the BRA WARS or the bartender’s contest or FASHION’s do’s and don’ts, Frisby Golf or the KIDS’ FOLLIES– time for an INTERGALACTIC communion of the...

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The Nile Project to bring exemplary world music to Durango
Jan27

The Nile Project to bring exemplary world music to Durango

The Nile Project to bring exemplary world music to Durango Community Concert Hall hosts inventive, unique collective on Feb. 7 DURANGO, Colo. – The music collective The Nile Project will take the stage at the Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017, 7:30 p.m., presenting a unique opportunity for Four Corners community members to experience the culture of the Nile River basin.   One of the tightest...

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World Snowboard Day: January 22, 2017
Jan21

World Snowboard Day: January 22, 2017

January is Learn to Ski and Snowboard month, and with resorts across the country providing deals on rental and ski or snowboard lessons, there’s no better time to hit the slopes and take up a new sport. According toSnowSports Industries America (SIA), over 100 million people participate in snowsports annually, and there’s plenty of ways for you to help that number grow by getting involved with skiing or snowboarding this month Learn...

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Donald Trump inaugurated as new USA president!
Jan20

Donald Trump inaugurated as new USA president!

Donald Trump has been inaugurated as the new president of the United States of America, January 20th, 2017.                                           (Photo: Mandel Ngan/AFP/Getty Images)   President Trump’s full Inagural Speech can be found: President Donald Trump’s inaugural address! Durangodowntown.com’s standard editorial policy is to limit political articles as we are mostly a local entertainment and...

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Ska Brewing HQ is Host Venue for UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup
Dec14

Ska Brewing HQ is Host Venue for UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup

Ska Brewing HQ is Host Venue for UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup Free spectator event to take place at Ska, Dec. 14-17 Durango, CO (Dec. 13, 2016) – Ska Brewing and Durango Rock Lounge welcomes over 70 of the world’s best ice and mixed climbers from 14 countries to Durango this week where they will be competing in the UIAA (International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation)/AAC (American Alpine Club) Ice Climbing World Cup. Youth and...

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Events at Fort Lewis College –  December, 2016
Dec04

Events at Fort Lewis College – December, 2016

Are you looking for something fun to do around the holidays? Checkout the amazing talents that Fort Lewis College is bringing into town these next couple weeks! FORT LEWIS COLLEGE CALENDAR – December 4 – December 17, 2016 Sunday, December 4 Merely Players Presents “A Christmas Carol” – 1 p.m., Mainstage Theatre at Fort Lewis College Visit www.durangoconcerts.com for more information. Durango Choral Society Presents “A Traditional...

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BID Report – Singing With Santa and Noel Night
Dec02

BID Report – Singing With Santa and Noel Night

Singing With Santa and Noel Night are two holiday events that will kick off the holiday season in Durango. Tim Walsworth, director of the Durango Business Improvement District, shares more info.

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Manna Soup Kitchen – Meals for families 2016
Dec01

Manna Soup Kitchen – Meals for families 2016

  Manna No Go Gala! This is the ninth year the Manna Soup Kitchen is hosting a special fundraiser to feed families in our community! You can help feed the families in need in our community by mailing a donation to the Manna soup kitchen at P.O. Box 1196 or by making a secure donation through Manna’s Soup Kitchen’s Website. Make a Donation Online   Or if you’d like to contribute non-perishable food or...

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Seasons Rotisserie & Grill’s annual fundraiser will raise funds for Housing Solutions for the Southwest
Dec01

Seasons Rotisserie & Grill’s annual fundraiser will raise funds for Housing Solutions for the Southwest

Seasons Rotisserie & Grill’s annual fundraiser set for Dec. 13 Anniversary party will raise funds for Housing Solutions for the Southwest Durango, CO – Seasons Rotisserie & Grill in Downtown Durango will once again celebrate its anniversary giving back to community with a special evening fundraiser at the restaurant Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2016. The special evening at the restaurant will benefit Housing Solutions for the Southwest....

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