Arts and Entertainment
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...
Is sleeping on your right side bad for your heart?
Resting on your right side, gravity draws the heart from those sleeping on the right to the center of the chest. Where gravity influences your heart, these slight alterations can impact symptoms, cardiac output, or even your pulse. Due to gravity relocating the internal organs to the right, the heart will move the mediastinum to the right lung. This will decrease lung volume, which could be significant in specific pulmonary...
Durango Film Festival 2026 March 4-8, 2026
Durango Film Festival March 4-8, 2026 Downtown Durango • Main Street, Durango, CO81301 MapEvent Website Event Description The 21st Annual Durango Independent Film Festival will be held in theaters March 4 – 8, 2026. About Durango Film: Durango Film brings a community together with independent filmmakers for the unique opportunity to experience and discuss global, innovative and diverse films. People who have attended our festival...
How to Start an Eco-Friendly Pet Care Business and Grow Sustainably
How to Start an Eco-Friendly Pet Care Business and Grow Sustainably Dog breeders, Great Dane enthusiasts, and local pet service founders are seeing a shift as eco-conscious pet owners look harder at what goes into food, shampoos, toys, and shipping materials. The challenge is clear: building a sustainable pet care business that genuinely lowers pet care environmental impact without drifting into greenwashing or eroding margins. At the...
How to Help Your Great Dane Thrive Through Big Life Changes
How to Help Your Great Dane Thrive Through Big Life Changes Great Dane owners, especially families managing moves, new work schedules, renovations, or a new baby, often notice that a small shift in household dynamics can hit their dog harder than expected. The core challenge is that pet routine disruption can look harmless to humans while it steadily chips away at the emotional wellbeing of pets. When familiar sounds, spaces, and...
Imbolc ~ This Tender Blooming
Imbolc is finally and thankfully upon us. It is traditionally seen as a festival of inspiration; it certainly feels a relief to be anticipating those first green shoots after a long, cold winter. And yet, the irresistible sense of anticipation felt as the year gradually accelerates can lead to many a false start when we realise that the chill still nips at us; that our energy still curls in upon itself, not yet fully awake to its own...
Mesa Verde Entrance Fee-Free Day Monday, February 16, 2026
Mesa Verde Entrance Fee-Free Day Select dates from Feb 16 – Nov 11, 2026Select dates from February 16 through November 11, 2026 Mesa Verde National Park • Mile .7 Headquarters Loop Road, Mesa Verde National Park, CO81330 Map Event Description Mesa Verde waives it’s entry fee several times each year. This is due to efforts to encourage everyone to visit their national park, and applies to all national parks. Complete Schedule...
Silverton Skijoring
Silverton Skijoring February 14-15, 2026February 14 through February 15, 2026 Silverton- Blair Street • Blair Street, Silverton, CO81433 MapEvent Website Event Description As one of the most popular winter events in the area, skijoring draws thousands to Silverton each year. Visitors watch as skiers, who are holding onto ropes attached to a horse, are pulled through gates and jumps on Blair Street. In addition to the normal...
2026 SNOWDOWN DATES ARE FRIDAY JANUARY 23 TO SUNDAY FEBRUARY 1 2026 THEME IS “UNIQUELY COLORADO – THEN AND WOW”
2026 SNOWDOWN DATES ARE FRIDAY JANUARY 23 TO SUNDAY FEBRUARY 1 2026 THEME IS “UNIQUELY COLORADO – THEN AND WOW” 2026 Poster Artwork by Shan Wells, printing by Alpine Bank. In the middle, you have our Bored of Directors showcasing various historical aspects of Durango. Can you pick out Chip, Dawn, Dave, Janalee, Tim Z, Lainey, Danny, Jane, Tim W, and Shaheen? We have yet to name the mule! To the left, we have...
Durango annexes Florida Road property for future housing development
Durango City Council approved the annexation and initial high-density residential zoning of 1720 County Road 240, a property off Florida Road (County Road 240) east of Metz Lane. (Screenshot) Durango City Council approved the annexation and initial high-density residential zoning of a property off Florida Road near Metz Lane this weekfor the proposed development of a five-building housing development. The property address is...
She took a shot of olive oil each morning (here’s what happened)
What would happen if you were to drink olive oil everyday? Nurse Cat wondered the same… keep reading to find out her surprising results. _______ We all know that high-quality olive oil has massive health benefits. So I decided to do an experiment on myself and consume at least a couple of shots (2-4 Tablespoons) of high quality olive oil every day. Here are some of the things I noticed: Less hunger—Since olive oil is a healthy...
The 1st full moon of 2026 rises tonight! Here’s what to expect from January’s supermoon Wolf Moon
The 1st full moon of 2026 rises tonight! Here’s what to expect from January’s supermoon Wolf Moon By Anthony Wood published yesterday The first full moon of 2026 has arrived. A Wolf Moon creeps over the rock formations of Sierra de Guadarrama in January 2025. (Image credit: Marcos del Mazo/LightRocket via Getty Image) Share this article The January 2026 full moon is upon us! Here’s what to expect when the “Wolf...
Durango Kennel Club is proud to support Veryl Goodnight’s artistry into the AKC Museum of the Dog.
The American Kennel Club’s Museum of the Dog has acquired a major painting by Colorado Artist, Veryl Goodnight for their permanent collection. The Museum of the Dog, located in New York City, features one of the largest collections of dog-related art in the world. It focuses on celebrating the role of dogs in society and educates the public about the human canine bond. In keeping with its commitment to be involved with our community,...
