City & County
SAN JUAN BREWFEST AUGUST 25 – AUGUST 26, 2023
EVENT DESCRIPTION The San Juan Brewfest is held at Buckley Park in Historic Downtown Durango. The Brewfest is the best beer tasting festival in the Four Corners and benefits United Way of Southwest Colorado. Friday August 25, 5:00 – 8:00 pm: Only 700 general admission tickets will be sold for the opening day of the San Juan Brewfest. Your ticket includes a souvenir tasting glass, unlimited tastings from up to 35 breweries and...
DURANGO BLUES TRAIN AUGUST 24 – AUGUST 26, 2023
EVENT DESCRIPTION All aboard! We’re back! The Durango Blues Train is thrilled to announce that it will once again take the rails for a moving musical journey on August 24, 25, 26, 2023. Join us for an exciting musical adventure aboard the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad’s steam-powered train through the spectacular and breathtaking canyons of the San Juan National Forest. The Blues Train features six live...
BYE BYE BIRDIE: THE MUSICAL
NOW THROUGH SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 LOCATION Durango Arts Center 802 E 2nd Ave Durango, 81301 UPCOMING DATES Saturday, Aug 19 Sunday, Aug 20 Friday, Aug 25 Saturday, Aug 26 Sunday, Aug 27 Friday, Sep 1 Saturday, Sep 2 Sunday, Sep 3 EVENT DESCRIPTION Come out to the Durango Arts Center to see the musical comedy that is Bye Bye Birdie. A loving send-up of the 1950s, small-town America, teenagers, and rock & roll, Bye Bye Birdie remains as...
MUSHROOM & WINE FESTIVAL
NOW THROUGH AUGUST 21, 2023 EVENT DESCRIPTION Purgatory Resort’s Mushroom & Wine Festival is a wildly popular celebration of the bountiful wild mushrooms that can be found right here on the mountain. The celebration features a 5-course dinner with wine pairings. Each course features mushrooms sourced locally by our chef right here in the San Juan Mountains. Our wine steward selects exceptional wines to complement each...
Selling this Fall? Spruce up your curb appeal.
I hope that you’re having a great summer. As we shift our minds to fall, it’s time to start thinking about our fall to-do list. If you’re a home seller, it’s time to start sprucing up your yard and creating a good first impression for potential buyers. Here are a few tips on how to create an inviting fall yard. Clean Any Flower Beds Around Your House If plants or flowers have wilted for the...
TICO TIME CANNABIS CUP & REGGAE PARTY
EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us at the Tico Time Cannabis Cup & Reggae Party August 11-13 presented by Elevated. This camping festival is a 2 night, 3 day event with music lineup Friday and Saturday Nights, Cannabis Cup Awards, Cannabis Trade Show, Workshops, Drum & Dance, Late Night Dancehall Parties, Yoga, and more. Our event is focused on celebrating each other & connecting all those interested in the Cannabis Industry. Also...
LA PLATA COUNTY FAIR AUGUST 9 – AUGUST 13, 2023
EVENT DESCRIPTION For years, the La Plata County Fair has brought generations of families, friends and neighbors together to showcase the county’s best animals, garden products and the many fabulous foods and crafts of our outstanding community. We encourage you to enjoy the great talent, great music, good eats and exciting entertainment with your family and friends at this ‘udderly’ extraordinary community event! The La Plata County...
CARVE WARS AT PURGATORY
CARVE WARS AUGUST 4 – AUGUST 6, 2023 EVENT DESCRIPTION The greatest chainsaw carving competition in the country returns to Purgatory Resort! Come watch these amazing artists create magnificent works of art right in front of you. Best of all, you can bid on the carvings during the auctions on Saturday and Sunday and take home a great piece of art! Meet at the base area. LOCATION Purgatory Resort 1 Skier Place Durango, CO 81301...
BUCKLEY PARK ARTS & CRAFTS 3RD ANNUAL FESTIVAL
SATURDAY, AUGUST 5, 2023 EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us for the Buckley Park Arts & Crafts Festival! The event will feature local artists and crafters allowing for guests to shop through a variety of vendors with handmade goods and one-of-a-kind gifts. Plus the Carhart Customs food truck will be there with providing breakfast, lunch and snack foods. The craft festival will be located downtown in Buckley Park on Saturday, August 5th...
POPS NIGHT: A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS
POPS NIGHT: A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS | MUSIC IN THE MOUNTAINS BENEFIT DINNER & CONCERT SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2023 EVENT DESCRIPTION Don’t miss one of our community’s most anticipated events and our biggest fundraiser of the year, featuring guest conductor, the incomparable Richard Kaufman! Delicious food and incredible music compete for center stage at this elaborate evening designed to bring you the glamor of Hollywood’s most...
CHRISTMAS IN JULY
CHRISTMAS IN JULY SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2023 EVENT DESCRIPTION Join us for Christmas in July – a holiday craft market! Start your shopping early by supporting local artisans and vendors and surprise your loved ones with one of a kind gifts. The market will be held on Saturday, July 22nd at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. LOCATION La Plata County Fairgrounds 2500 Main Ave Durango,CO81301 Post courtesy of...
Durango postal worker helps save woman’s life
Seana Green, Durango mail carrier for fifteen years, helped save a woman’s life after noticing her untouched mail. (Courtesy of Seana Green) 89-year-old hadn’t picked up mail in three days, causing concern By Georgia Landeryou Herald Staff Writer Monday, Jul 10, 2023 5:07 PM Updated Monday, Jul. 10, 2023 5:07 PM A seemingly ordinary day of delivering mail turned into a lifesaving moment for Durango postal carrier Seana Green on...
Purgatory Resort’s SUMMER BREW
SUMMER BREW SATURDAY, JULY 15, 2023 EVENT DESCRIPTION Enjoy unlimited samples of all your favorite summertime beers from the best breweries in Durango and Colorado! There will be live music from Colorado’s favorite jam band, State 38! Tickets are just $27! Kids are free! Bring the whole family. With tons of space to spread out you can throw down a blanket or a lawn chair, relax, and enjoy the beers. LOCATION Purgatory Resort 1 Skier...
Music In The Mountains
UPCOMING EVENTS 2023 FESTIVAL SCHEDULE OUR 2023 SCHEDULE IS LIVE! Browse all upcoming events below to learn more about each event, or click here to buy your tickets! BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW! Free Mobile Stage Concerts JUMP TO TICKETED EVENTS > THURSDAY, JULY 06, 2023 11:00 AM FREE MOBILE STAGE CONCERT: DURANGOSTRING ENSEMBLE Cottonwood Park, Next to Animas Valley Elementary, Durango, CO 81301 LEARN MORE THURSDAY, JULY 06, 2023...
JULY 4TH IN DURANGO
JULY 1 – JULY 4, 2023 EVENT DESCRIPTION July 4th celebration in Historic Downtown Durango will feature a whole weekend of festivities and events! Things will kick off on Saturday, July 1st at the 11th Street Station with a watermelon eating contest. The night will also include live music! On Saturday evening at the 11th Street Station, get ready to dance like no one is watching during a live concert and silent disco. On Sunday,...
TICO TIME CANNABIS CUP & REGGAE PARTY !!!
CANNABIS CUP & REGGAE PARTY !!! Join us at the Tico Time Cannabis Cup & Reggae Party August 11-13 presented by Elevated. This camping festival is a 2 night, 3 day event with music lineup Friday and Saturday Nights, Cannabis Cup Awards, Cannabis Trade Show, Workshops, Drum & Dance, Late Night Dancehall Parties, Yoga, and more. Our event is focused on celebrating each other & connecting all those interested in the...
Rattlesnake Avoidance Training For Your Dog
Protect your dog! Register today! June 24th, 2023 Sky Ute Fairgrounds Ignacio, Co. Hikers, hunters, and dog park enthusiast! Your season is here! A little training today could prevent disaster tomorrow. Reservation required. Training conducted by Professional Dog Trainer Terry Chandler, with 30 years experience in rattle snake avoidance training. Visit durangokennelclub.com to register or call for your registration today....
TRUE WESTERN ROUNDUP June 7th
TRUE WESTERN ROUNDUP WEDNESDAY, JUNE 7, 2023 EVENT DESCRIPTION The True Western Roundup, formerly known as the True West Rodeo, brings together the western heritage of Durango. True Western Roundup is brought to you by the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, TBK Bank and many other impressive businesses. We are very excited to have come together to showcase the working ranch activities of the American Cowboy and Cowgirl....
ANIMAS RIVER DAYS
JUNE 2 – JUNE 4 EVENT DESCRIPTION Animas River Days is dedicated to celebrating the Animas River’s role in Durango by providing a venue for public gathering with whitewater competitions as well as community outreach about river resources and conservation. Events take place throughout downtown Durango. For more information, call (970) 259-3583. Animas River Days includes these sporting events: river surfing, stand-up...
A Veteran’s Train Ride For The Iron Horse Classic
Image by Rusty Oremus of engine before leaving the depot Durango, CO – The annual Iron Horse Bicycle Rally took place once again, attracting over 1,900 cyclists who eagerly signed up to conquer the challenging U.S. Highway 550 route from Durango to Silverton. This unique event, which pits participants against the iconic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad train, has become a thrilling tradition for both riders and...
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