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Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers
It’s summer, and Durango is in full swing with summer activities. One of the favorites is the Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers, an evening full of entertainment in a beautiful setting. It’s an Old West cowboy music show along with a chuckwagon supper. The evening includes an authentic dinner on a tin plate, and a full meal of meat, sides, and dessert. The old west music and comedy entertainment from the Bar D Wranglers includes guitar,...
Chatham County Line
Chatham County Line has never been shy about crossing borders. Birthed from country rockers Stillhouse in 1999, the Raleigh, NC-based quartet initially referred to its sound as new traditional, “We were in love with bluegrass, so we wanted to play bluegrass without really being trained in it,” Chatham County Line’s vocalist/guitarist Dave Wilson says. The group used the term “guerrilla bluegrass” to describe themselves in those early...
Durango Motor Expo
Bring the whole family and enjoy the cars on display Father’s Day Weekend Car Show Saturday June 15, 2019 at the beautiful Sky Ute Casino Resort presented by the Durango Old Car Club & Schedule | Registration | Accomodations Concert | Indian Durango Rendezvious The Durango Motor Expo is back in 2019 with a new Super Venue and a new Super Sponsor! Expect the same Fun and Goodies as in the past with the Durango Motor Expo,...
A Unique Guide to Durango, Co
Float at Salt 360 I visited Salt 360 for the first time this week. As my first introduction to sensory deprivation tanks, I can say I am highly intrigued and satisfied. At the North end of Durango Salt 360 provides an escape from everyday reality. An entirely relaxing environment awaits you here. The attentive staff accompanies you through the process, which consists of showering, removing contacts and clothes (no bathing suit...
Grand Funk Railroad
Grand Funk Railroad • Saturday, June 15 Sky Ute Casino Resort Doors open at 7PM • Show starts at 8PM VIP $49 • Reserved $39 • GA $29
Creature Comforts Mutt n’ Strut Festival & 5K For Dogs
Date: June 22, 2019 Time: 9:00am – 12:00pm Location: Base area – Purgatory Resort It’s Durango’s dog-friendliest event of the year! Come enjoy a day on the mountain with your best friend. We have a morning full of activities that you and your dog will love. Register Now! All of the following are included in your entry fee: 5k race: Your dog will love this 5k run along some of the most beautiful single-track trails...
Durango’s Summer Music Festival
As Summer begins here in Durango, live music and entertainment is on the top of nearly everyone’s agenda. Here are a few ideas if you’re interested in getting involved in the local music scene. 1. Secret Garden Summer Concert Series The Rochester Hotel hosts a community concert series through the summer months every year in Durango. This community concert series supports 10 nonprofit organizations in Durango’s...
Iron Horse – 2019
Memorial Day weekend is upon us! It’s the unofficial kickoff to Durango’s summer season, and also the weekend locals welcome the 47th Annual Iron Horse Bicycle Classic. It’s a weekend filled with tradition, challenges, and lots of events for all ages.
Durango Barbershoppers – Harmony Explosion
The Durango Barbershoppers presents our Annual Concert – Harmony Explosion! featuring Ante Up. Come join us for a rousing night of a cappella singing, with some of your favorite recent music sung in that classic harmony style. Date: Friday, May 31, 2019 Time: 7:00 PM Community Concert Hall at FLC 1000 Rim Drive Durango, CO 81301 Phone: (970) 247-7657 Email: [email protected] Website:...
Taste of Durango This Weekend
This Sunday is a favorite event among locals—the 2019 Taste of Durango! On May 19 from 11-4 Downtown Durango will feature a full festival with food, craft beer, artisan cocktails, and samples from our phenomenal local restaurants. The event even has music and dancing, and is the perfect way to enjoy an early summer afternoon in Durango. It’s free to attend the Taste of Durango, and food costs a variety of tickets per item. Desserts...
Eilen Jewell
Eilen Jewell has become a KSUT core artist due to the energy of her live shows and the stunning series of albums she’s released ever since her debut back in 2005. She’s a unique singer, capable of belting out a blues classic, rockabilly rave-up, country weeper, or sultry jazz standard. A versatile songwriter in her own right, most of her records are chock full of Jewell’s introspective takes on Western life. Her touring band is a...
Take Me Home: The Music of John Denver starring Jim Curry
Tribute artist Jim Curry, whose voice was heard in the CBS-TV movie Take Me Home: The John Denver Story, has performed John Denver’s music in sold out shows throughout the country and emerged as today’s top performer of Denver’s vast legacy of multi-platinum hits. Curry’s uncanny ability to mirror Denver’s voice and clean-cut look takes audiences back to the time when “Rocky Mountain High,” “Sunshine,” “Calypso” and “Annie’s Song”...
Mother’s Day Weekend Suggestions in Durango
As we approach Mother’s Day this weekend, we have some fun suggestions for the moms in your life (or just some great ideas to take advantage of time in Durango this weekend)! Gallery Walk: This weekend is the annual Spring Gallery Walk, on Friday from 5-9. Durango features many art galleries, and there is such a variety—much of it is created here, as well. Stroll downtown and enjoy our many art galleries. It’s a peaceful and beautiful...
Taste of Durango 2019
Durango’s Premier Food and Drink Festival Sunday May 19th / 11am – 4pm Downtown Durango The premier food festival and the best summer kick-off party in Durango, CO! Featuring local craft breweries, artisan cocktails, and countless samples of the world-class cuisine that Durango’s restaurants offer. Always complimented by a fantastic selection of music, dancing, fun, and friends. Anyone from Durango knows that we live in a town...
Next Best Comic of the Four Corners
Time again for the 4 Corners’ most hilarious competition show, Next Best Comic of the Four Corners. Starting May 11th, a dozen comics will take the stage in front of a panel of guest judges, including Kyle Pogue and last year’s champion, Kate McLachlan. The winner will get a paid spot at the Four Corners Comedy Festival in August! Where: Henry Strater Theatre When: May 11, 2019 8:00pm Cost: $15.00
Iris DeMent
Grounded in hymns, early country songs, gospel and folk, Iris DeMent’s work is treasured by those who know it for its insight and unabashed beauty. As noted by NPR, “Iris DeMent makes music that celebrates humanity’s efforts toward salvation, while acknowledging that most of our time on Earth is spent reconciling with the fact that we don’t feel so redeemed.” Merle Haggard dubbed her “the best singer I’ve ever heard” and asked...
Durango Wine Experience
This first weekend of May ushers in a favorite local event—The Durango Wine Experience. Thursday through Sunday, Durango will be filled with educational seminars, wine tastings, dinners, and more. Wines, artisan spirits, and craft beers will all be present, and top chefs feature their creations at the Grand Tasting Restaurant Showcase. Some of the unique seminars include: Bourbon and Bon, Bons! (chocolate and whiskey pairing); Cinco...
Mother’s Day Train Adventure
Start an exciting new Mother’s Day tradition with the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Mother’s Day Train. Date: Sunday, May 12th, 2019 Durango Departure: 8:45am Silverton Arrival: 12:15pm Silverton Departure: 2:30pm Durango Arrival: 6:00pm Normal Fares apply; There is no additional fare for the Mother’s Day train ride. Adult fares start at $89* *fares subject to 8% historical preservation fee On...
FREE – D&SNGRR Train Ride for Active Duty Military
FREE – D&SNGRR Train Ride for Active Duty Military, Veterans, and Military-affiliated Gold and Blue Star (parents, spouses, family members, friends) Please help The Wells Group of Durango fill the FREE seats for military on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad from Durango to Silverton for the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic Veterans Celebration – Saturday, May 25, 2019. Presented by The Durango & Silverton Narrow...
Durango is positioned for a great summer tourist season!
With the HEAT INDEX rising in some of our “feeder markets”, Durango is positioned for a strong summer tourist season from residents escaping the heat in nearby states. Durango Area Tourism Office is also expecting a strong travel season based on bookings thus far. Although AAA Colorado predicts prices for gasoline in Colorado will top-off above $3.00/gallon by Memorial Day weekend, gas prices in Colorado are still below the average...
