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Animas Valley Balloon Rally
Event Description The Animas Valley Balloon Rally hosts a full weekend of events each October. The event this year takes place October 17 – 19, 2025. The event kicks off with the Downtown Balloon Glow on Friday evening, where spectators will see multiple hot air balloons light up. The event also features a few candlesticks (baskets without their balloons.) This is a great opportunity to meet the pilots and get up close to the...
17th Annual Apple Days Festival
17th Annual Apple Days Festival DESCRIPTION Join the Good Food Collective for the 17th Annual Apple Days Festival brought to you by EsoTerra Ciderworks. The festival celebrates our region’s apple abundance, helps feed our community, reduces waste, and saves the bears! We invite you to join us for daily community harvests from September 20-October 9 and then on Saturday, October 11, from 9 am-12 pm at the Durango Farmers Market...
La Plata County Fair – Durango, Colorado August 6 – 10, 2025
2025 Fairbook is here! Looking for the ultimate guide to the La Plata County Fair? Look no further than the 2025 Fairbook! Our handy guide is loaded with all kinds of information about competitions, events, activities, entertainment, special attractions and more. Use the 2025 Fairbook to plan your trip to beautiful Durango, Colorado and your day at the La Plata County Fair. So what are you waiting for? Check out our 2025...
Durango Fiesta Days July 19-27, 2025
Durango Fiesta Days July 19 through July 27, 2025 La Plata County Fairgrounds • 2500 Main Ave, Durango, CO81301 MapEvent Website Event Description Come join the Durango Fiesta Days, 90th Year Anniversary at La plata County Fairgrounds July 25th through the 27th at 7PM Saturday, July 19 2025/2026 DFD Queen Contest, La Plata County Fairgrounds, 10 AM – 4 PM Monday, July 21 Banner on Main Street goes up Royalty contestants visit...
Durango Harley-Davidson and Elevated Auto Enthusiast’s Car and Bike Show
Durango Harley-Davidson and Elevated Auto Enthusiast’s Car and Bike Show Saturday, Jul 12, 2025 • 10:00 am – 5:00 pmSaturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:00 am Durango Harley-Davidson • 750 S Camino Del Rio, Durango, Colorado81301 MapEvent Website Event Description Join us for the first-ever Durango Harley-Davidson & Elevated Auto Enthusiasts Car and Bike Show! Happening July 12th from 10 AM to 5 PM, this all-day event is...
4th of JULY WEEKEND EXTRAVAGANZA for the whole family!
SUMMER FUN AT TICO TIME! 4th of July Extravaganza! Day Passes Available! Firework show on Friday the 4th at 9pm Guests can light your own fireworks after the big show! *Designated area (between the south east pond and the river) with supervision. Quiet Hours begin at 11pm (no fireworks past 11pm) COME CAMP ALL WEEKEND! 4th of July Extravaganza! Day Passes Available! CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT starting at 1pm in the event tent...
Concert Hall At The Park June 26 through August 7
Concert Hall At The Park Select dates from Jun 26 – Aug 7, 2025Select dates from June 26 through August 7, 2025 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 p.m. beginning June 26 through August 7....
Beaver Festival Jun 14, 2025
Beaver Festival Saturday, Jun 14, 2025 • 10:00 am – 3:00 pmSaturday, June 14, 2025 at 10:00 am Rotary Park • Durango, CO81301 MapEvent Website Event Description Give A Dam is thrilled to announce Durango’s first-ever Beaver Festival, June 14th, 2025, at Rotary park in Durango, Co centered around the theme “When We Partner With Nature, Everyone Wins.” This exciting event will bring together many diverse organizations to...
True Western Roundup June 4 – August 29, 2025
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...
Animas River Days May 31 through June 1, 2025
Animas River Days May 31 through June 1, 2025 Santa Rita Park • 149 S. Camino del Rio, Durango, CO 81301 MapEvent Website Event Description Animas River Days is dedicated to celebrating the Animas River’s role in Durango by providing a venue for public gathering with whitewater competitions as well as community outreach about river resources and conservation. Events take place at Santa Rita Park. For more information, call...
4-Corners Rough Stock Challenge May 31st 2025
4-Corners Rough Stock Challenge Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00 am La Plata County Fairgrounds • 2500 Main Ave, Durango, CO81301 MapEvent Website Event Description Don’t miss the first ever Rough Stock Challenge in Durango, CO on May 31st put on by Salter Rodeo Co. 10 AM – Youth Rodeo – Sheep Riding, calf riding, steer riding, jr. bulls, novice bulls. 7 PM – Main Event – Bull riding, saddle bronc riding & bareback riding....
Memorial Day Weekend in Durango
HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND, DURANGO! It’s finally summer time (kinda) in Durango with hot temperatures, events and live music playing on every block. Whether you plan to go camping, hang out at Lake Nighthorse, watch the Iron Horse Bicycle Classic race or want to grill out with the family, here are a couple things you need to know about Memorial Day weekend in Durango, Colorado. As always, as you participate in activities around our...
Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka
Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka DESCRIPTION The St. Columba middle school invites you to follow Charlie Bucket on his visit to Willy Wonka’s mysterious chocolate factory in this captivating musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s fantastical tale. Based on the book “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” by Roald Dahl. Reserve your FREE tickets here: stcolumbatheater.eventsmart.com (ticket not required for entry)...
Durango Shootout Soccer Tournament
Durango Shootout Soccer Tournament DESCRIPTION 2025 Common Spirit Mercy Hospital Durango Shootout Soccer Tournament. We invite teams across the Southwest and beyond to participate in this prestigious soccer tournament. Nestled in the splendor of the Rocky Mountains, teams will go head-to-head at an altitude of 6,500 feet while surrounded by Durango’s majestic scenery. Come and join the soccer fun that makes the EIS Durango...
Durango Farmers Market Is Back Saturdays from May 10 – Oct 25, 2025
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 noon. Local...
Dandelion Festival at Rotary Park Saturday, May 3, 2025
Dandelion Festival at Rotary Park Saturday, May 3, 2025 • 1:00 pm – 9:00 pm Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00 pm Rotary Park • Durango, CO81301 MapEvent Website Event Description This is a free, fun music and art festival honoring the spring wild greens, community health, organic land stewardship and joy in every way! Experience live music, local food, arts and crafts vendors, dandelion beer garden, dance performances, maypole...
First Friday
First Friday Select dates from Friday, May 2, 2025Select dates from Friday, May 2, 2025 Durango, CO MapEvent Website Event Description Celebrate Durango’s creative side! Every First Friday of the month, businesses, galleries, and the spaces in between host local artists of all kinds! Find live music, original performances, featured artist showcases, and artisan pop-up markets all across town. Complete Schedule Friday, May 2, 2025...
Narrow Gauge Day Friday, May 2, 2025
Narrow Gauge Day Friday, May 2, 2025 • 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Friday, May 2, 2025 at 11:00 am Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad • 479 Main Ave, Durango, CO81301 MapEvent Website Event Description Join us for “Narrow Gauge Day” on May 2nd—our annual celebration to kick off the Silverton Summer Train season that begins May 3rd. Between 11:00 am – 2:00 pm, enjoy a complimentary lunch of hot dogs, chips, and cookies while...
Teen After – Hours Hide and Seek Wed, April 23, 2025
Teen After – Hours Hide and Seek DESCRIPTION Get ready for some evening fun with ideas chosen by teens, for teens! Show off your hide and seek prowess in this special, teen-only after-closing program! Get ready to duck behind shelves, peek around corners, and be as quiet as a mouse as the seeker finds people to tag out. Invite your friends and have a fun night out! Please arrive on time and make sure to have a safe way home...
Easter Events In Durango 2025
Friday, April 18th Easter Egg Hunt / Giveaway At Gazpacho’s DESCRIPTION Adult Easter Egg Hunt with prizes, from Free Appetizers, Entrees, Drinks, Cash! Gift Baskets For Kids Minimum age: Any Kid friendly Dog friendly Wheelchair accessible DATE & TIME Fri, April 18, 2025 11:30am – 9:00pm LOCATION Gazpacho 431 E. 2nd Avenue Durango, CO 81301 Saturday, April 19th Easter Egg Scramble At Santa Rita Park...
Durango Herald News
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