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‘The Nutcracker’ performed by State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara
As is now tradition at the Community Concert Hall, the magical holiday ballet, “Nutcracker,” performed by the highly-acclaimed State Street Ballet of Santa Barbara, will usher in the holidays with two matinee and two evening performances. Artistic Director Rodney Gustafson holds true to the original classical ballet in this Tchaikovsky masterpiece, creating a traditional “Nutcracker” set in Victorian times and suited for all ages. The...
Durango Choral Society – A TRADITIONAL FAMILY CHRISTMAS
All four Durango Choral Society choirs take the stage for our joyous holiday celebration! You’ll dig our jazz combo’s swingin’ beat, highlights from Handel’s Messiah, and a variety of music to get your holiday season off to a great start. Santa Claus even takes a break from his busy schedule to stop by and say hi to the kids. Date: Sunday, December 2, 2018 Time: 3:00 PM Community Concert Hall at FLC 1000 Rim Drive Durango, CO 81301...
Thanksgiving Dinner @ Purgy’s
Enjoy a fantastic Thanksgiving dinner at Purgy’s with options for the whole family. We have a great menu planned for this buffet-style Thanksgiving feast. Reservations required. Thanksgiving Dinner Purgy’s serves Thanksgiving dinner with seating’s at 12 noon and 2:30pm. Buffet Prices: Adults $59 (doesn’t included tax or gratuity) | Children (ages 4-12) $22 | Children Under 3 FREE This traditional dinner includes two types of...
Purgatory Opens Saturday
It’s the time of the year many locals wait in eager anticipation to arrive—ski season! We had snow dust around town this week, which heightens the excitement of winter and skiing. Purgatory Resort opens Saturday, November 17, and it’s right in time for Thanksgiving. Purgatory offers a few unique specials this year, as well. One of the biggest is that kids under 10 receive a free season pass this year! This is an amazing way for locals...
Comedy Showcase : Costaki Economopolus
Costaki Economopoulos The Biggest Name In Comedy A regular friend of the Bob & Tom Morning Show, a Fox sports comedy correspondent. The host of the NFL Quick Snaps Podcast and garner of over a million views of his recent Dry Bar comedy stand-up special. Costaki’s rare wit and grown-up delivery will have you laced up for laughs. Featuring: Kate Mclachlan / Elliot Weber / Jill Carlson DATE: Nov 17 2018 TIME: 08:00 PM – Doors...
The Revelers
Founding members of the Red Stick Ramblers and The Pine Leaf Boys – “unquestionably the two groups at the vanguard of the Louisiana cultural renaissance” – have joined together to form a Louisiana supergroup that combines swamp-sop, Cajun, country, blues and zydeco into a powerful tonic of roots music that could only come from southwest Louisiana. Writes The Morton Report, “There has to be at least one band in the country that reveres...
Veterans Day Parade 2018
This weekend is Veterans Day, and do you know the purpose of the day? According to the US Department of Defense, “Veterans Day honors all of those who have served the country in war or peace — dead or alive — although it’s largely intended to thank living veterans for their sacrifices” (https://www.defense.gov/explore/story/Article/1675470/5-facts-to-know-about-veterans-day/). It was originally called Armistice Day, which commemorated...
Uncle Kracker, live in concert!
Doors open at 7PM • Show starts at 8PM TICKETS: $49 VIP • $39 RESERVED • $29 GA Purchase tickets online at skyutecasino.tix.com, by calling 888.842.4180, at the Sky Ute Gift Shop or at the...
REEL ROCK Film Tour – REEL ROCK 13
REEL ROCK 13 delivers jaw-dropping action, soulful journeys, and rollicking humor in a brand new collection of the year’s best climbing films. This year’s edition takes viewers on a wild ride from the frigid Antarctic to the bedouin canyonlands of the Middle East. Featuring Madaleine Sorkin, Alex Honnold, Conrad Anker and many more. Check out the lineup of films here. Doors open at 6:00pm with the films beginning at...
Adonis Puentes and the Voice of Cuba Orchestra
Compelling singer and elegant composer and lyricist grounded and nourished by his Cuban roots and worldly experience, Adonis Puentes’ mission in life is to share his music. When the other players join in with their tight, multi-layered groove, it becomes clear that this is also a consummate and skilled bandleader. Fronting an all acoustic band, joined by syncopated Cuban rhythms, deep bass lines, jazzy horn arrangements and melodic...
THE POLAR EXPRESS™
THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride Nov. 16, 2018 – Jan. 3, 2019 Our premier event of the year is selling fast! Be sure to choose your date and car type and book now. Certain dates and car types will sell quickly and you’ll want to be first to book! But we still have plenty of space available for weekends up until Christmas! Book now to secure your space for the whole family. Make it your holiday tradition to bring the whole...
Halloween Happenings in the Next Week
We’ve highlighted a few local fall events over the last few weeks; however, if you’re looking for a fun harvest festival before the season ends, the 12th Annual Three Springs Harvest Festival occurs this Saturday, October 27. From 11-2, there will be trick or treating, a pumpkin patch, games, and live music. Check out this free event and see why this local community is such a great place to live! That afternoon (October 27), the Be...
Children’s Halloween 2018!
Children’s Halloween will be on Wednesday, October 31, from 4 to 6 pm, in Downtown Durango. Look for the orange pumpkin signs on 80 Downtown businesses for treats! Children’s Halloween is for kids 10 and under, in costume, and accompanied by an adult. See below for a list of all participating businesses located on Main Avenue and 2nd Avenue. Come to Downtown Durango and join the fun! Complete info from Downtown Durango...
Electronics Recycling Event – Nov 8th, 2018
It’s time for some Fall Cleanup! Announcing an Electronics Recycling event at The Smiley Building on November 8th, 2018 from 8:30am to 3:30pm. Look for the big trailer on the 3rd Ave side of the Smiley Building at 1309 East 3rd Ave in Durango, CO. All proceeds from this event will be donated to Durango Montessori School at the Smiley. (Suggested minimum donation of $20/load) Note – this event is not limited to just Smiley...
Rocky Horror Show
For the 11th year in a row, the cult classic musical “THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW” returns to Durango. This year, we are bringing the HORROR back to ROCKY. See your favorite characters in a whole new thrilling light. Costumes encouraged – However, please do not bring any weapons (real or fake – including swords, guns, knives, staffs, etc) or any full face masks that obscure identity or vision. You will not be allowed in the theater if you...
Capitol Steps
The Capitol Steps, the only comedy troupe in America that attempts to be funnier than the United States Congress, was founded by a group of current and former Congressional staffers during President Ronald Reagan’s administration. With plans for a holiday party floundering, the founders dug into the headlines of the day, creating the song parodies and skits that have since come to trademark The Steps’ unique brand of humor. No...
Animas Valley Balloon Rally
The Animas Valley Balloon Rally is back with events taking place Friday, October 19th, through Saturday, October 21st. All events are free to the public and offer a great opportunity to get up close to the beautiful balloons. The action kicks off on Friday, October 19th, with a downtown balloon glow in the 500 block of Main Avenue. Then, two mass ascensions will take place, one on Saturday, October 20th, and one on Sunday, October...
Durango Halloween Events
We’re quickly approaching Halloween, and did you know Durango has a few fun events to celebrate this time of year? One of the local favorites is PEANUTS The Great Pumpkin Patch Express aboard the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. There are a handful of days offered in October. The ride takes a half hour to the pumpkin patch, and kids are given trick or treat bags to use when they get to the patch. At the pumpkin patch,...
12th Annual Three Springs Fall Festival – Saturday October 27th
Join us at Three Springs for the 12th Annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 27th, 2018 for all your favorite Fall Fest activities: Trick or Treating Live Music from Dave Mensch Pumpkin Patch Traffic/Parking: Due to street closures around the Plaza, please follow traffic and parking signage on the the day of the event. There will be free event parking...
Mandy Harvey
Mandy Harvey is an American jazz and pop singer/songwriter who is deaf. She took part in the 12th season of “America’s Got Talent,” where she earned 4th place using her ukulele while performing original songs. She is also the recipient of a 2015 IDA Inspiration Award from the Invisible Disabilities Association. Though her hearing loss is profound, her timing, pitch and passion are perfect, and she has gone on to a rewarding...