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HAND TO GOD Mar 29-31, 2024
EVENT DESCRIPTION Get your tickets to the exciting HAND TO GOD Show written by Robert Askins and Directed by Michael McKelvey. A Description: In the tiny, conservative town of Cypress, Texas, the shy, mild-mannered Jason is just trying to be a good son. When he joins his mother Margery’s Christian Puppet Ministry at the local church, Jason discovers a burgeoning talent for puppetry, and it seems like things, after his father’s sudden...
DURANGO CELTIC FESTIVAL
TICKETING INFORMATION The Durango Celtic Festival is back and we are celebrating our 10th Anniversary! This year we will feature a number of multi-award bands from across the pond, including The Jeremiahs, One For The Foxes, SuperTrad, and Heron Valley, along with many other Celtic musicians. Get ready for three full days of memorable performances along with workshops, ceilidh dancing, and late-night sessions. This is a family...
A NIGHT OF IMPROV
Get ready for a night of laughter with Mary and Cindy! Join us at the Durango Arts Center for an improv extravaganza, featuring both short- and long-form comedy. Watch as we create scenes on the spot, inspired by your suggestions. Plus, we’re thrilled to share the stage with our talented friends for an unforgettable night of spontaneous entertainment! COMPLETE SCHEDULE Friday, March 8, 2024 Friday, April 12, 2024 Friday, May 10,...
The Fort Lewis College Art Gallery to host its 63rd Annual Juried Exhibition.
The Art Gallery at Fort Lewis College to host 63rd Annual Student Juried Exhibition with Guest Juror, Emily Grace King March 7 – April 3, 2024 Opening Reception: March 7, 4:30-6:00 PM Awards announced at 5:15 PM Both events are free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served at the opening reception. The Fort Lewis College Art Gallery is excited to host its 63rd Annual Juried Exhibition. For the past 62 years, Fort Lewis...
2024 Snowdown – Peace, Love & Snowdown Official Schedule of Events
2024 Snowdown – Peace, Love & Snowdown Official Schedule of Events Hard copies available at Magpies Newsstand , 707 Main Ave. in Historic Downtown Durango, and at many other local businesses! ALL WEEK SNOWDOWN THEME CONTEST 707 Main – Magpie’s Newsstand & Café Submit your idea for SNOWDOWN 2025 because themes are chosen 2 years in advance. The winner will be announced during the Purgatory reveal event. Let...
SNOWDOWN DURANGO IS COMING January 26 – February 4, 2024
SNOWDOWN DURANGO January 26 – February 4, 2024 Durango, CO MAPEVENT WEBSITE EVENT DESCRIPTION The 45th annual Snowdown Durango kicks off January 26, 2024 with the theme Peace, Love, and Snowdown. Check back here for an ongoing schedule of events. Every year, people from all over Durango and the Four Corners region come out to enjoy the event’s festivities. Join the fun for Snowdown 2024 with the many exciting events and...
COOKIES & COCOA WITH SANTA
COOKIES & COCOA WITH SANTA Saturday, December 16, 2023 • 10:00 am – 1:00 pm TBK Bank • 259 W. 9th Street, Durango, CO MAP EVENT DESCRIPTION Santa and his crew are visiting TBK Bank! Bring your family to this free community event for holiday crafts, letters to Santa, caroling, cookies, cocoa and pictures with Santa! 12/16 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm Post courtesy of...
THE GINGERBREAD LODGE
THE GINGERBREAD LODGE Saturday, December 16, 2023 • 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Black Diamond Lodge • Durango, CO MAPEVENT WEBSITE EVENT DESCRIPTION On December 16th join Black Diamond Lodge as they host their second annual Gingerbread Contest + Holiday Open House! The lodge will be decked to the nines, Christmas music will be playing, the fire will be lit and hot cocoa will be free flowing! Best part? This is an entirely free community...
HOLIDAY FARMER’S MARKET
HOLIDAY FARMER’S MARKET Saturday, December 9, 2023 • 9:00 am – 2:00 pm La Plata County Fairgrounds • 2500 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301 MAPEVENT WEBSITE EVENT DESCRIPTION Meet our regular and new local Artisans bringing an assortment of quality handmade holiday gift items. Plus, you can pick up the last of the season’s fresh vegetables, meats, cheeses and more from our favorite local farmers! A festive and fresh way to...
ANIMAS CHOCOLATE & COFFEE COMPANY ANNUAL GINGERBREAD HOUSE CONTEST & PARADE
ANIMAS CHOCOLATE & COFFEE COMPANY ANNUAL GINGERBREAD HOUSE CONTEST & PARADE Friday, December 8, 2023 Durango, CO MAPEVENT WEBSITE EVENT DESCRIPTION Get excited to compete in the Animas Chocolate & Coffee Company’s Annual Gingerbread House Contest! This year, will also feature “The Parade of Gingerbread Homes” on December 8th, a community event during which judging will occur and winners will be announced! Registration is...
THE NUTCRACKER BALLET
THE NUTCRACKER BALLET December 8-10, 2023 Fort Lewis College Community Concert Hall • 1000 Rim Drive, Durango, CO MAPEVENT WEBSITE EVENT DESCRIPTION A tradition at the Community Concert Hall, the “Nutcracker” performed by the highly-acclaimed State Street Ballet of Santa Barbra will be returning to Durango this December for four performances. Artistic Director Rodney Gustafson holds true to the original classical ballet,...
11TH STREET STATION – SINGING WITH SANTA
11TH STREET STATION – SINGING WITH SANTA Saturday, December 2, 2023 • 11:00 am – 2:00 pm 11th Street Station • 1101 Main Avenue, Durango, CO 81301 MAPEVENT WEBSITE EVENT DESCRIPTION Join 11th Street Station on December 2nd from 11:00am-2:00pm for an afternoon of fun and celebration as they host Singing with Santa! Post courtesy of Durango.com.
DURANGO BOTANIC GARDENS – NOEL NIGHT
DURANGO BOTANIC GARDENS – NOEL NIGHT Friday, December 1, 2023 • 5:30 – 7:30 pm Durango Botanic Gardens • 1900 E Third Ave, Durango, CO 81301 MAPEVENT WEBSITE EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us on December 1st from 5:30pm-7:00pm for a magical night at the Durango Botanic Gardens. Guests will be able to enjoy hot chocolate and homemade cookies on the library patio, appearances from Santa & Mrs. Claus, readings with the Grinch, and...
FESTIVAL OF TREES COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
FESTIVAL OF TREES COMMUNITY CELEBRATION December 1-3, 2023 • 12:00 – 5:00 pm Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad • 479 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301 MAPEVENT WEBSITE EVENT DESCRIPTION Get into the spirit of the season with the Festival of Trees & Wreaths, a free and family friendly holiday tradition! Event-goers will tour an enchanted forest of Christmas trees and wreaths decorated by our generous sponsors, bid on...
HOLIDAY ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR
HOLIDAY ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR December 1-3, 2023 La Plata County Fairgrounds • 2500 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301 MAP EVENT DESCRIPTION There will be fine art and amazing crafts at this 3 day event! Come meet the creative people from the Four Corners. Local vendors will be offering paintings, jams and jellies, handcrafted jewelry, sewn goods, holiday sweets and treats, Christmas, alpaca and Navajo decor, candles, pottery, beauty...
NOEL NIGHT
NOEL NIGHT Friday, December 1, 2023 Downtown Durango • Durango, CO MAPEVENT WEBSITE EVENT DESCRIPTION This year’s event takes place on Friday, December 1, 2023, lasting all day. Join together with friends, family, and folks from all over in this community-wide celebration kicking off the holiday shopping season and encouraging folks to shop, eat, and love local during the holidays. Enjoy special offers, live music and...
THANKSGIVING AS A SPIRITUAL PRACTICE!
I love to start my day with Thanksgiving. I believe as we count our good fortunes it attracts blessings. Al Manning would say what we give our attention multiplies. I also like to count my blessings during times of challenge and emotional distress. It changes the channel from counting disturbances to counting joys. I typically start my morning with “Thank you Father for a day.” I am then thankful for birds that sing...
LGBTQ comedy workshop coming to Durango
The Yay! Foundation, a nonprofit that helps LGBTQ people struggling with mental health issues, will host a comedy and free-thought workshop Nov. 28 to Nov. 30 in Durango. Comedian Aidan Park, pictured, will be at the workshop. (Courtesy of Ben Gross) Event provides outlet to discuss – and even laugh about – stigmas surrounding HIV By Matt Hollinshead Deputy Editor Sunday, Nov 19, 2023 5:00 AM Durango’s LGBTQ community will be provided...
SINGING WITH SANTA & DOWNTOWN CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING
SINGING WITH SANTA & DOWNTOWN CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING Friday, November 24, 2023 • 5:30 – 7:30 pm Buckley Park • Main Avenue, Durango, CO 81301 MAPEVENT WEBSITE EVENT DESCRIPTION Start your holiday season with Singing with Santa in Downtown Durango! This annual family friendly event takes place the day after Thanksgiving. All are invited to Shop, Dine & Celebrate the start of the holiday season. Come...