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Music in The Mountains July 9 -through August 2, 2026
Music in The Mountains July 9 -through August 2, 2026 Durango • Durango, CO Event Details For nearly 40 years, the graceful power of classical music has inspired Music in the Mountains to present the region’s premier summer music festival. Each July, musicians of the highest caliber come from across the country to call Durango home, performing world-class classical music and delighting audiences over the course of four...
Concert Hall At The Park Select dates from Jun 25 -through Aug 6, 2026 •at 5:30 pm
Concert Hall At The Park Select dates from Jun 25 -through Aug 6, 2026 •at 5:30 pm Buckley Park • Main Avenue, Durango, CO Event Details The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College is happy to announce the return of its free summer concert series, “Concert Hall @ The Park” in downtown Durango’s Buckley Park on Thursdays at 5:30 pm beginning June 25 through August 6. Picnics, blankets, and lawn chairs are encouraged!...
The first full moon of summer is almost here—and it’s incredibly rare
Skygazers, rejoice: there’s a spectacle around the corner. On June 29, the Strawberry Moon will light up the night sky, marking the first full moon of the summer. Despite its delicious name, the moon won’t actually appear pink or red, but it will still be a stunning sight to behold. Whether you’re an avid stargazer or simply looking for an excuse to spend some time outdoors, here’s everything you need to know...
10 Best Cryptocurrencies To Invest In
We filtered cryptocurrencies by utility or store of value alongside other metrics, such as seven-day performance and 24-hour trading volume. This selection of cryptocurrencies has market capitalizations greater than $5 billion. Cryptos with at least $5 billion in market cap are typically more stable with greater institutional adoption. 1. Bitcoin (BTC) Market Cap: $1.175 trillion 7-Day Change: -5.86% Price News: As of 8:50 a.m. ET,...
El Nino has officially arrived in Colorado, and stronger moisture could be next
El Nino has officially arrived, bringing what could be one of the strongest El Nino summers the Northern Hemisphere has seen in decades. El Nino conditions — characterized by above-average sea surface temperatures across the central to eastern equatorial Pacific Ocean — have been developing over the past month and were officially recognized by the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration on June 11. The transition...
Concert Hall At The Park Select dates from Jun 25 – Aug 6, 2026
Concert Hall At The Park Select dates from Jun 25 – Aug 6, 2026Select dates from June 25 through August 6, 2026 Buckley Park • Main Avenue, Durango, CO81301 MapEvent Website Event Description The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College is happy to announce the return of its free summer concert series, “Concert Hall @ The Park” in downtown Durango’s Buckley Park on Thursdays at 5:30 pm beginning June 25 through August 6....
Durango Playfest June 23-28, 2026
Durango Playfest June 23-28, 2026 Downtown Durango • Durango, CO MapEvent Website Event Description Each summer, professional playwrights, actors and directors gather for a week to develop and workshop new plays before showcasing them at staged readings in front of local audiences. The summer playwriting festival culminates with exciting stage readings of original stories and an up-close-and-personal journey into the art of...
Steamworks Half Marathon
Steamworks Half Marathon Saturday, June 6, 2026 Durango Fitness Club • 1600 Florida Rd, Durango, CO81301 MapEvent Website Event Description The Steamworks Half Marathon will take place in the San Juan Mountains. This high-elevation, 13.1-mile race will take place at 6,500 feet above sea level. The course is a point-to-point route and runners will race down County Road 250, alongside the Animas River. The race will finish at the...
Durango Summer Arts & Crafts Festival
Durango Summer Arts & Crafts Festival Jun 6-7, 2026 • 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Exhibit Hall • 2500 Main Ave, Durango, CO81301 MapEvent Website Event Description The Summer Arts & Crafts Festival is a vibrant celebration of local creativity, featuring everything from paintings and sculptures to handmade jewelry and textiles. Meet local artists, learn about their work, and shop one-of-a-kind pieces while enjoying a fun,...
Intermittent fasting triggers surprising changes in the brain
Weight loss may be driven by an unexpected partnership: a changing gut microbiome and a rewired brain working together. Credit: Shutterstock More than one billion people worldwide now live with obesity, a condition that raises the risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and several types of cancer. Yet losing weight and keeping it off can be extremely difficult. The body does not simply respond to fewer calories in a straightforward...
Why Marie Kondo’s Organization Method Failed For 73% of People (Until Japanese Researchers Discovered The Real Problem)
I spent three years trying every organization method on the planet. KonMari. The Container Store. Label makers. Color-coded filing systems. Apps that promised to “change my life.” My apartment looked perfect for exactly 11 days. Then the chaos crept back in. Papers piled up. Dishes sat in the sink. Important emails got buried. Deadlines started slipping. The worst part? Everyone thought I had it together. Georgetown...
Durango Farmers Market Saturdays from May 9 – Oct 31, 2026
Event Description The Durango Farmers Market offers fresh produce, protein, high-quality artisan crafts and ready to eat food and beverage – all from our local region! Every Saturday you can find us in the parking lot of the TBK Bank on 8th Street in between Main Avenue and Camino del Rio. Free Parking is available at the City Transit Center lot. The market opens at 8 am from May through September and 9 am in October and goes til...
iAM Music Fest! April 30 – May 3, 2026
Event Description iAM MUSIC Fest! is a celebration of independent music, art, and community, bringing together musicians, performers, and local businesses to support accessible music education in the Four Corners region. There are 6 stages, 30+ artists and 3 nights of music! What started as a multi-day festival has evolved into a dynamic concert series, featuring live music, visual and performing arts, and more. Don’t miss this unique...
True Western Roundup Select dates from Apr 25 – Sep 4, 2026
Event Description Saddle up for an unforgettable western experience at the True Western Roundup, formerly known as the True West Rodeo, celebrating the rich heritage of Durango. Presented by the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, TBK Bank, and other esteemed partners, this event brings together the essence of the American Cowboy and Cowgirl. Join us for an exhilarating weekend showcasing working ranch activities and...
Durango Wine Experience April 24-25, 2026
Events Event Description Join us at the end of April for 2 days celebrating food & wine in Durango! Experience educational seminars, wine dinners and unique tastings featuring hundreds of wineries, artisan spirits and craft beers. The Walk-About Durango is our signature, casual, multi-location, downtown Durango tasting event on Saturday. Top local chefs are showcased and the finest wineries, distributors, breweries and...
Durango Devo Bike Swap Apr 24-26, 2026
Bike Swap April 24-26, 2026 @ Chapman Hill, Durango CO – Gear Drop Off: Friday, April 24th, 9am-7pm – In Person Check In: Friday, April 24th 9am-7pm – Swap Sale: Saturday, April 25th, 9am-7pm – Unsold Gear Pickup: Sunday, April 26th, 9am-1pm Sign up to volunteer here! Events Bike Swap 2026 Bike Swap April 24-26, 2026 @ Chapman Hill, Durango CO Schedule for the Weekend Gear Drop Off (if you checked in...
Spring in the Rockies Arts and Crafts Festival
Mar 28-29, 2026 • 9:00 am – 5:00 pm La Plata County Fairgrounds • 2500 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301 Event Description Join us for the Spring in the Rockies Arts and Crafts Festival. This two-day festival will include over 75 arts and crafts vendors, local food, and door prizes. It is a great opportunity to pick up a unique gift for Mother’s Day or graduation or get a little something for yourself. The festival will be on...
Durango Celtic Festival March 27-28, 2026
Event Description The Durango Celtic Festival is back for its 12th season, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! Mark your calendars for March 27 – 28, 2026, and join us in Durango for two days of unforgettable live Celtic music. This year’s festival features an incredible lineup of Old Blind Dogs, Dàimh and Heron Valley. The Durango Celtic Festival is a 2 day celebration of live Celtic music. You’ll hear the sounds of Ireland,...
I’m A Cardiologist — Here’s 1 Food I Always Tell Patients To Eat More Of
Because they know how important heart health is, cardiologists make it a point to eat as many better-for-you foods as they can — and they encourage their patients to do the same. At your next doctor’s visit, you might want to ask, “What food do you recommend I eat more of — something you eat a lot of yourself?” Since these are smart people with a limited amount of time, you’ll most likely hear choices that are easy to find,...
’50 Years of Rock & Roll’ at Fort Lewis Concert Hall, April 4
The Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College will turn back the clock to the music that shaped generations when Neil Berg’s “50 Years of Rock & Roll” takes the stage on Saturday, April 4 at 7:30pm. Created by composer and producer Neil Berg, this electrifying concert experience features a talented cast of vocalists and musicians performing many of the songs that shaped rock music’s first decades. The evening combines live...
Durango Herald News
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