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Cardboard Derby at Purg | Saturday, March 17 | Register Now!
The McDonald’s Cardboard Derby at Purgatory Resort is a classic winter competition you won’t want to miss! Build your derby racer out of cardboard and duct tape only, and pilot it down the slopes during one of the most fun days on the mountain! Watch as teams compete in vessels made entirely out of cardboard and duct tape. Or, sign up yourself and participate in the fun. All it takes is some creativity, engineering skills, and...
Durango Nordic Center Open and Full of Possibilities
With all the recent snow (finally!) it’s the perfect time to get out and enjoy some winter sport activity. Durango is a fantastic place because there are so many ways to enjoy the outdoors. Skiing, sledding, snowshoeing, and more are options, and all within a close distance from town. One of Durango’s standout features is the Durango Nordic Center at Purgatory. It’s filled with 20km of trails for skate or classic skiing, fatbiking,...
Jungle Gym Opens for Kids of All Ages
The monkey bars aren’t just for kids any more. In fact, they’re a key component in training for obstacle course racing.
Uncle Clyde’s Run & Slide 2018
Get ready for the whackiest race ever in Durango! It’s on the tubing hill. Run up… tube down. Repeat! Most laps wins! Oh, and it’s a relay race! Date: March 3, 2018 Time: 10:00am – 12:30pm Location: The tubing hill (Columbine area) #1 Skier Place Durango CO 81301 United States Moe info and registration at purgatoryresort.com Team up with your best buddy for this tag-team style race. We will have male, female, and coed...
Try the McDonald’s Twilight Nights for Free
McDonald’s Twilight Nights Race #1 Congratulations to each of you for busting out of the norm last Wednesday and joining us for the first McDonald’s Friday Night Lights. We hope you all had as much fun as we did watching fat bikers, skiers, and snowshoers race around the base of Purgatory battling the terrain and elements in the dark. The first race got off to a killer start with fresh snow, tough terrain, and endless...
Turning on the Nighthorse Faucet
The La Plata Archuleta Water District and the City of Durango are working on an agreement to build a jointly owned water treatment facility to deliver Lake Nighthorse water to southeast county users.
Lake Nighthorse On Track to Open April 1st
The Durango City Council set April 1 as the opening date for Lake Nighthorse recreation . . . nearly seven years after the reservoir filled to capacity.
Chairlift for Chapman?
A new improvement plan for Chapman Hill includes several options to replace the old rope tow.
No Snow, but Ski Season to Start Thanks to Snowmaking
Purgatory Ski Resort will open on schedule despite the lack of snow in the high country. Just thank the miracle of snowmaking . . . but bring your bikes up, too.
The Polar Express Starts Up for Christmas 2017
Join us for a magical trip!! THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is coming to the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad most days November 17, 2017-January 2, 2018. This fun family-oriented holiday tradition based on the best-selling children’s book and Academy Award™ winning animated film of the same name begins on Friday, Nov. 17 and runs most days through Tuesday, January 2, 2018. Get more info and tickets at...
New Durango Events Calendar – Live Music, Shows, Art, Entertainment, and More!
The new Durango Events calendar is featured on the events page, along with the awesome upcoming events that we post here at Durango Downtown. We also have a new feature to add your own events to the calendar. This is great for businesses, local venues, and community organizations to get the word out! Here is just a sample of things coming up in November: November 10th: Something Wild Film Fest November 11th: 20th Annual...
54th Annual Ski Swap, La Plata Fair Grounds
54th Annual Ski Swap Saturday, November 4 0800 (8am) to 1600 (4pm) La Plata County Fairgrounds More Than 10,000 Items to Choose From Almost 20 vendors from Colorado, New Mexico, and Utah will have new and used Ski/ Snowboard equipment for sale at prices that cannot be beat. In addition to the vendors, public individuals will have their equipment for sale as well. Buyers will experience further bonus as they discover hiking gear,...
City to Annex Lake Nighthorse
The City of Durango has started annexation proceedings for Lake Nighthorse, the last legal step required to open the lake for recreation.
Helicopter Fall Colors Photography Flights, Oct 9th – 15th
See beautiful foliage around Durango and Silverton up close where the clouds fly. Takes off from Animas Airpark, Durango, Colorado | 8:00am – 5:00pm Monday, October 9th – 15th, Daily – 8:00am – 5:00pm Contact Colorado Highland Helicopters for more info. (970) 259-1423
Wouldn’t You Like to Ride in a Beautiful Balloon?
You can take a balloon ride during the second annual Animas Valley Balloon Festival. This takes place in Southwest Colorado on the third weekend in October 2017.
New Mountain Coaster to Open at Purgatory
Find out the opening dates for both Purg and Hesperus! Purgatory Ski Resort officials not only announced the opening day for the 2017-18 ski season, they also unveiled plans for a new mountain coaster this winter.
Oktoberfest in Durango 10/7
Sip beer and enjoy live entertainment from local musicians as well as delicious food, games and more! Oktoberfest Durango is a family friendly event. Beer! Enjoy a cold beer from one of six breweries on site, or visit one of the many vendors. Entertainment! There will be LIVE music from Diabolical Sound Platoon, Radio Voyeur, and, Fünf Musikmenschen. October 7, 2017, 11AM – 5PM 2017’s festivities are taking place...
Ouray Hot Springs Renovation – Time to Take a Dip!
Ouray Hot Springs commemorates its 90th anniversary in operation with a major renovation, including water slides, more soaking pools, and more.
The World of Roller Derby
Why would adult women suffer from elbows to the chest and tumbles on a concrete floor? Because they love to skate!
La Plata County Fair, Aug 9-13
The La Plata County Fairgrounds will be buzzing with events for 5 days, August 9 – 13! 2017 La Plata County Fair “A Lasting Legacy” La Plata County Fairgrounds 2500 Main Ave. Durango, CO 81301 970-382-6465 Some highlighted events include: CARNIVAL OPEN – Wednesday, August 9 through Sunday, August 13 BEER GARDEN OPEN – Thursday, August 10 through Sunday, August 13 Kyle Park Concert – Friday 11th,...
