Arts and Entertainment
Four Corners Gem & Mineral Show – July 12, 13 & 14
66th ANNUAL FOUR CORNERS GEM & MINERAL SHOW Fri July 12 to Sun July 14, 2019 The 2019 Gem and Mineral Show will be here before we know it. This is one of the best and largest shows for Southwest Colorado and the Four Corners region. If traveling to visit the mountains, deserts and archaeological wonders of this area, time your travels to take in this great show for jewelers, rock hounds, and geologists alike. Admission is $2...
Concerts In The Plaza – J-Calvin – Three Spring – Thursday August 8th
Join us @ Three Springs for our Concerts in the Plaza series this summer! Thursday, August 8th, 6:00PM- 8:00PM. All concerts are FREE! Invite your friends and family, bring a picnic dinner and your favorite refreshments. Featuring: J-Calvin J-Calvin is a Neo-Soul-Funk band from Durango, Colorado. On New Year’s Eve 2017, the five members of J-Calvin brought their unique and varied musical backgrounds together for the first time. The...
Durango Weekend Happenings
Durango is one of those unique places that offers outdoor activities year round. Summer is especially fun because the warm temperatures allow long days and evenings full of light. This upcoming week, there are several unique events around town. This Friday, July 12, there will be an outdoor movie held at the Durango Rec Center lawn hosted by the North Main District. How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World is a perfect movie for all...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on The Road Less Traveled
“Sometimes the road less traveled is less traveled for a reason.” – 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
Amy Helm
Amy Helm is rock & roll royalty. The daughter of The Band’s legendary drummer and singer Levon Helm and singer/songwriter Libby Titus, she’s the epitome of Americana. Her two solo albums, including 2018’s “This Too Shall Light,” call on folk, country, blues, R&B and gospel influences. A lifelong musician and music lover, she was a founding member of the alt-country collective Ollabelle and served as a backing musician in her...
Rocky Mountain Uke Fest
Join us for the Rocky Mountain UkeFest in Concert performance at the Henry Strater Hotel, Saturday, July 13, 7:30 pm. Enjoy performances by ukulele aficionados Gerald Ross, Peter Luongo, Marnie Ward and Devin Scott plus a very talented group of students! The festival is held on the campus of Fort Lewis College and in venues around historic downtown Durango. For more information go to www.rockymountainukefest.com Where: Henry Strater...
Mountain Archery Festival
Join us for the inaugural Mountain Archery Festival at Purgatory Resort! Date: July 12, 2019 to July 14, 2019 Where: Purgatory Resort We have been wanting to bring an archery festival to Durango for a long time and it is finally happening. Details & Registration! The festival will include various courses and competition formats over three days, including: Pope & Young course Train To Hunt course Kirsch course Kryptek course...
Bird’s Eye View of the San Juan Mtns
A local pilot is now offering tours of the San Juan Mountains in his Piper Comanche. Learn where he flies, why he’s doing it, and how you can sign up for your own tour from a bird’s eye view!
Help Annie’s Orphans at Pawsta Dinner
Annie’s Orphans will host its annual Pawsta for Pups dinner to raise revenues for her no-kill dog shelter. The shelter also cares for dogs whose military moms and dads are deployed overseas.
Concerts In The Plaza – Gingerbomb – Three Springs – Thursday August 1st
Join us @ Three Springs for Concerts in the Plaza series this summer! Thursday, August 1st, 6:00PM- 8:00PM. All concerts are FREE! Invite your friends and family, bring a picnic dinner and your favorite refreshments. Featuring: GINGERBOMB The world’s first all “Ginger” Band! From the boroughs of New York City to the shores of LA, gingers are often seen as a scarce commodity. However, seasoned musicians Megan Burtt, Sara Dee, Zach...
July 4th in Durango
There are many events taking place around the city of Durango this 4th of July. There will be plenty of entertainment and fun for the whole family to enjoy. See below for details about specific events. Events In Buckley Park Independence Day Party presented by Buliding Homes for Heroes & Building Homes for Heroes: 12 – 4:30 pm (featuring BBQ, beer, kids activities and live entertainment by the Devin Scott Ukulele Band and Pete...
Motorbike Safety Tips Ahead Of The Four Corners Motorcycle Rally
The streets of Durango come alive over Labor Day weekend, as motorcycles from all over the country rally together for a trip along the Million Dollar Highway. The event kicks off at the Harley Davidson Durango shop, and live entertainment and great food naturally accompany the event. Every day of the weekend has something special, such as the Silverton Poker Chip Run, the Hot Bike Chopper Show, and a Hooligan Dirt Dash. While event...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Pushing Thru
“If you’re going thru hell, keep going.” – 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
People We Know
Originally a collective of musicians from Durango and Northern La Plata County, People We Know has solidified into a core group of musicians. Featuring members of existing Durango groups The Outskirts and The Fellowship of the Strings, the group brings a new take on string music. They explore the limits of bluegrass covers, while taking a new approach to the genre in their original compositions. The band, comprised of Alex Forsthoff,...
Learn More about Raptors at Show
Two long-time falconers want to share their love of birds of prey while educating the public about disappearing habitat for raptors during a demonstration and show at the Fairgrounds.
Annual Women’s Business Conference
The Small Business Development Center of Southwest Colorado will host its 10th annual Women’s Small Business Conference on July 18 at the Sky Ute Casino. Find out more about workshops and speakers.
Chevel Shepherd Band
Chevel Shepherd Presented by A&L Coors and TBK Bank A Farmington native, Shepherd has amassed an impressive career during her 16 years, and is among the youngest to have taken top honors on the popular mentorship television show. Shepherd’s Voice Coach was “American Idol” winner Kelly Clarkson and she has gone on to perform and attend events with Clarkson since her win. She currently is opening for some of Country’s top names...
Concerts in the Plaza – Dave Mensch – Three Springs – Tuesday July 23rd
Join us at Three Springs for the Concerts in the Plaza series this summer! Tuesday, July 23rd, 6:00PM- 8:00PM. All concerts are FREE! Invite your friends and family, bring a picnic dinner and your favorite refreshments. Featuring: Dave Mensch His sound echoes influences of Dave Matthews, Staind, Matchbox Twenty, Bob Schneider and Daughtry, while his inspiration comes from the singers and songwriters of today and generations past!...
Purgatory Summer Fun
Purgatory Resort is well known in Durango for its plethora of winter activities, but did you know there’s a full set of activities for summer fun, as well? It’s a place you can stop for a little while, the full day, or longer! The Alpine Slide is a longtime favorite—visitors can ride the chairlift to the top and take in the beautiful Colorado views, then slide down the track at your preferred speed. If the slide doesn’t appeal, the...
Bailey’s Bits: Bailey on Problem Solving
“Alcohol does not solve any problems, but then again, neither does milk.” – 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
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