Arts and Entertainment
Take Me to the River LIVE! – Celebrating the Music of New Orleans
The Dirty Dozen Brass Band has taken the traditional foundation of brass band music and incorporated it into a blend of genres including bepop jazz, funk and R&B/Soul. This unique sound described by the band as a “musical gumbo,” has seen the Dirty Dozen Brass band emerge as a world famous music machine whose name is synonymous with romps and high-octane performances. “Take Me to the River” celebrates three generations of...
Durango Autumn Arts Festival
This weekend, September 21-22 is the 25th Anniversary of the Durango Autumn Arts Festival. It’ll be held downtown Durango on East Second Avenue, one block up from Main Avenue from 10am to 5 pm. This annual event is full of artists and craftspeople, and is a great way to support the Durango Arts Center. On average, the last few years this festival has brought around 6,500 visitors to Durango! There are usually around 90...
45th Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Festival
There will be Fine Art and Amazing Crafts at this 3 day event! Come Meet the Creative People from the 4-Corners Christmas decor, food, salsa mixes, dips, spices, wine barrel art, ornaments, goat milk soaps and lotions, blankets, hand blown glass, baby and childrens items, LuLaRoe clothing, jewelry, Native American art, quilts, rustic wood furniture, Scentsy, crosses, jams & jellies, gemstones, bird baths, and items for cats &...
October 23rd – 13th Annual Economic Summit!
The La Plata County Economic Development Alliance is a diverse group of private businesses and public agencies working together towards a common goal: to foster the economic success of our community. Our mission is to serve as the gateway for individuals looking to start, own, grow, or relocate their business to La Plata County, by providing advocacy, relevant information, and resources at the local, state and national level. The...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Facing the Sun
“Keep your face always towards the sunshine and the shadows will fall behind you.” – Bailey Life lessons learned from hanging out in RE/Max Pinnacle’s real estate office. Learn more about Bailey or search Durango Real Estate at HomesInDurango.com
PEANUTS™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express
PEANUTS™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express – Durango Train OCTOBER 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20 Join us for the PEANUTS™ The Great Pumpkin Patch Express!! It’s not just for the little ones! See all the activities we have for kids of all ages. “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown” is a 1966 American prime time animated television special based on the comic strip Peanuts™ by Charles M. Schulz. Celebrate 50 years...
Why Friday the 13th Is(n’t) Bad Luck
Do you think bad things happen on Friday the 13th? We talk to Fort Lewis College Psychology Professor Brian Burke about the origins of superstition in society and why they have a hold on us.
Pancake Day, the Oldest Dgo Fund-Raiser
The annual Kiwanis Club of Durango’s Pancake Day will be on Thursday, September 19. All-you-can-eat pancakes, scrambled eggs, ham and more for only $10 per person . . . and a good cause for 64 years!
Journey of Hope 5K Run/Walk – Three Springs – October 5th
Journey of Hope is an annual 5K run/walk fundraiser event that raises funds for the prevention and treatment of breast cancer. Mercy Health Foundation hosts this event in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. When: Saturday, October 05, 2019 Where: Mercy Regional Breast Care Center, 1010 Three Springs Blvd. Durango, CO 81301 Time: 8AM Registration; 5K Runners start at 9AM, 5K Walkers start at 9:15AM Event Information...
Ladies Self Defense Class
Post courtesy of Pagosa Springs Realty Blog. Read more here or search Pagosa real estate.
Fall in Durango: Enjoy the Mountains
Durango is well loved for the ability to pursue outdoor activities year-round. As we head into fall, this is the perfect time to enjoy high-elevation sports, such as camping, hiking, or fishing. At this point of the year, the days are still nice and snow isn’t a factor in most places. Also, hunting season picks up in October, so it’s the right time to enjoy those high-elevation outings before hunting season gets rolling. Mountain...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Reaching your Destination
“I can’t change the direction of the wind but I can adjust my sails to reach my destination” – Bailey Life lessons learned from hanging out in RE/Max Pinnacle’s real estate office. Learn more about Bailey or search Durango Real Estate at HomesInDurango.com
How Much do you Know About the Durango Train?
Founded in 1881, the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad is one of the must see attractions in Durango, CO. The rail station is in the heart of downtown and Durangoans are familiar with the sight of the iron engine chugging out of the station near Main Street, steam billowing from it’s stack into the cool morning sky. The Iron Horse of Durango has been carrying passengers since 1882 and beginning in 1951 was promoted...
Who’s Bad
Who’s Bad • Saturday, September 28 Sky Ute Events Center The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience Doors open at 7PM • Show starts at 8PM GA $19
One-of-a-Kind Jewelry at Styles & Stones
The Cancer Coalition of Southwest Colorado will be the beneficiary of the 15th annual Style & Stones Jewelry Show scheduled for Noon to 6 p.m. on Sept. 6 at the First United Methodist Church.
Jazz on the Hill presents Joyce Lyons with the Phil Aaron Trio
Serzen Endowment Fundraiser Dinner and Concert – $125 – Includes: 5:30 p.m. Hors de’ouvres and Libations and an elegant dinner on the Concert Hall Stage 7:00 p.m. Jazz by Joyce Lyons and the Phil Aaron Trio Seating is limited. Jazz on the Hill features an evening of fine food and music in support of the Community Concert Hall. Guests dine on the Concert Hall stage, and are treated to a performance from Joyce Lyons. Lyons’...
WholeExpo 2019
This weekend the WholeExpo comes to the La Plata County Fairgrounds. “WholeExpo brings together like-minded individuals and businesses and services that promote healthy, holistic, living and ecological awareness.” The event will be held Saturday and Sunday (September 7 and 8) at the Main Exhibit Hall. One of the key facets to the expo is focusing on our consumption and how we treat the world around us. Exhibitors include: essential...
Happy Fall, Y’all! News from the Durango Arts Center
Happy Fall, Y’all! So much to see and do at at YOUR local Art Center! Scroll down to learn more! Durango Arts Center Buy your fundraiser tickets here!! The Durango Autumn Arts Festival Sept. 21 & 22, 10 am-5 pm along E. 2nd Ave. Over 90 juried artists from all over the country! FREE live music in the DAC theater from 11 am-5 pm, cash bar, includes a lineup of local favorites from Robby Overfield to Pete Giuliani and more!...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Preparing for Tomorrow
“The best preparation for tomorrow is to do your best today.” – Bailey Life lessons learned from hanging out in RE/Max Pinnacle’s real estate office. Learn more about Bailey or search Durango Real Estate at HomesInDurango.com
As K-9 Jimmy retires, Durango Kennel Club gives back!!
K9 Jimmy was honored by citizens of La Plata County at the Fairgrounds August 29th night upon his retirement from service as a K9 Cop. Along with his handler, Matt Webb, Jimmy received commemorative plaques from the department as well as from the members of the Durango Kennel Club. The ceremony included a review of Jimmy’s contributions to the community which notably included playing a crucial role in saving the lives of...
