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April 2023 Events
April is a transition month for the weather in the Rocky Mountains, even with melting snow and warming days, the local events do not take a break! Here are some of our favorite April events in Durango, CO. Sunday, April 9th is Purgatory Ski Resort’s closing day. In celebration of another great season, the annual pond skimming contest begins at 12:30 with live music from local musicians all day. 100 contestants will strive to...
Education Resource Fair
The Durango Education Foundation (DEF) is excited to announce our first Spring Resource Fair: a one-stop-shop of summer programs and resources for students and their families. We are blessed in the Durango area to have a wealth of opportunities for our children but it’s often difficult to find all of them. Whether it’s school-level activities, after-school programs, tutoring/mentoring opportunities, physical activities,...
Spring Cleanup Schedule Starts April 3rd
Spring Cleanup Questions? Please call (970) 375-4861. This is a great opportunity for fire mitigation and creating a defensible space around your home! Accepted Materials Furniture & Mattresses Large appliances (no refrigerators or air conditioning units) Scrap metal Drywall, carpeting, tiles, and other remodeling debris (no commercial quantities, DIY home projects only) Open and dried paint cans Fencing and lumber (must be less...
Durango Celtic Festival
Musicians Two days of traditional and modern Celtic music, covering the sounds of Ireland, Scotland, the Hebrides, and Cape Breton, along with original blends. Hailing from all across the Celtic world from Ireland, Scotland, and the Isle of Man, don’t miss the exhilarating and toe-tapping performances from our bands: On the Lash, The Jeremiahs, Runa, and Téada! Locations: The Community Concert Hall is located on the Fort...
CONTESTS Durango and Silverton Railroad nominated for ‘Best Scenic Train Ride’
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad has been nominated once again for being one of the best scenic train rides in the United States. The contest is being held by USA Today and their readers can vote on who has the best scenic ride. The Durango and Silverton Railroad takes commuters through Colorado’s San Juan National Forest. The railroad has won the award for the last two years and is going for a third...
Celebrating St. Patty’s Day in Durango
Another holiday is just around the corner and if there is anything 100% known, it’s that Durango knows how to do St. Patrick’s Day! With everyone in sight wearing green, some even from head to toe, live music, Guinness drinking and more, who wouldn’t want to celebrate this Irish holiday in Durango? Whether you are planning to toast to this holiday in your own style or you need some help with ideas on what to do, you simply cannot miss...
ST. PATRICK’S DAY at Ska
DATE:March 17, 2023 Join us for a St. Patrick’s Day celebration with $5 pints of Modus and live music from local Celtic band, Patrick Crossing. Post courtesy of Ska Brewing.com
Durango Film Festival 18th anniversary March 1st – 5th
101 FILMS 73 FILMMAKERS 6202 ATTENDEES We strive to showcase all genres of independent film for you and our community Our goal is to connect our community with independent filmmakers, engaging the audience in a unique viewing and interactive experience. Bringing the Four Corners Film Office into our organization reinforces our commitment to filmmakers to share their art with the community and to encourage them to film in our...
HELLUVA WEEKEND! March1st-5th
CATCH THE SWEET LILLIES AND DREW EMMITT OF LEFTOVER SALMON FREE! PLUS MORE FUN MARCH 1 – 5 Let’s celebrate, just because! Come on up and join us for live music, fireworks, a balloon glow, tubing, the mountain coaster, and more! Locals, try something new and mix up your routine. Visitors, save on your stay and see what fun in the snow is all about. This family-friendly weekend is sure to lift your spirits and reignite your excitement...
March 2023 Events in Durango
March in Durango offers warmer days and fun events. Spring skiing is in full swing and the town continues to celebrate winter with film and music. Purgatory Resort’s Helluva Weekend celebration is from March 1st through 5th featuring fireworks, a balloon glow, live music, and “beach” parties. Uncle Clyde’s Run & Slide Race is included with costume fun team races. For those visiting, or a great staycation, they are...
VALENTINE’S DAY IN DURANGO
Things To Do For Valentine’s Day As A Couple In Durango HOLIDAYS#events#things to do in durango#valentine’s Valentine’s Day comes just once a year and while Durango is always the perfect spot for a couple’s getaway, the town is always full of unique romantic things to do for this special occasion. Plan in some of these things to do for Valentine’s Day in Durango for the ultimate trip with your...
Thrift Stores in Durango
Let’s go shopping! Thrift stores are infamous for offering well priced clothes, small appliances, books, jewelry, and much more. They support the reuse of items, benefit local organizations, and can provide tax deductions. The La Plata County Humane Society works in coalition with the animal shelter and adoption center and offers a huge selection of items. Profits from the shop goes directly next door to support the animals....
The Benefits of Local Real Estate Professionals
Buying and selling real estate is an intricate transaction that needs to be executed correctly. From contracts, to pricing, assuring everything is in place to close, and everything in between, these steps are easy to lose track of but vital to the process, hiring a REALTOR® that is up to date with real estate laws as well as the local market will relieve a lot of stress. In Colorado, education is pertinent and ever changing...
February 2023 Durango Events
In the midst of the winter’s chill, Durango still hosts a plethora of events for the whole family. The Shakespearean week of Snowdown 2023 will be carried out through February 5th but the fun doesn’t stop there. Tuesday, February 7th from 5:30-7:30, there is a slow bluegrass jam session at the Union Social House. For beginner/intermediate players, this is a great opportunity to practice and riff with other local musicians....
Romance on the Rails February 11 and February 12
Romance on the Rails 2023 Romance On The Rails February 11 and February 12 Romance on the Rails Special Add On Package Available For All Passengers over 21 years of age. LOCATION Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad 479 Main Ave Durango, CO 81301 EVENT DESCRIPTION Celebrate Valentine’s Day as you experience turn-of-the-century ambiance with your love. Ride the historic, steam-powered narrow gauge train and travel...
Snowdown’s Over For 2023
TY Sam Rose For The Photo It was another great Snowdown event and on the last day there was a amazing balloon show. “Be not afraid of greatness!” Gazeth thine eyes skyward as the greatest of hot air balloons riseth into the heavens. Mass upgoingeth of hot air balloons floateth gently down the Animas Valley. Viewing can be done from Lone Pine Dr and North Animas Valley neighborhoods. Here was a list of the last day’s events:...
SNOWDOWN FOLLIES VIDEO CAST FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
SNOWDOWN FOLLIES VIDEO CAST FRIDAY EARLY SHOW SOLD OUT Ages 21 and up FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 03 Door: 6:30pm Animas City Theatre SNOWDOWN FOLLIES VIDEOCAST FRIDAY FEBRUARY 3RD EARLY SHOW 21+ If you missed the ticket sales for the Snowdown Follies live event, watch the show on the big screen at the Animas City Theatre! It’s almost as good as the real thing – at half the price! Tickets are $12.50 / $15 Cash only at the door PLEASE MAKE SURE...
8 PM Thursday KNIGHT FIGHT NIGHT
NEW EVENT! 8 PM KNIGHT FIGHT NIGHT Animas City Theatre – 128 E College Dr “off with his head” Animas Armored Combat Knight Fight. Live and in person! Representatives from some of your favorite local bars and breweries compete in armor for their first time against each other with a big prize for the winners. Professional fighters will also be doing MMA style fights in medieval armor. Hard hitting and adrenaline pumping. Must be...
Snowdown Light Parade Friday February 3
FREE special shuttle offered for Snowdown Light Parade Friday February 3 from Fairgrounds to Transit Center every 20 minutes. Starts at 3 pm, last shuttle leaves Downtown at 8 pm. Brought to you by Snowdown, City of Durango, and the Durango Business Improvement District. 6 PM ANNUAL SNOWDOWN LIGHT PARADE Main from College Dr to 12th St Hosted by Purgatory Resort. Let there be light Durango! It’s Durango’s only nighttime light parade...
2023 Snowdown Fact Sheet
Theme A Shakesperean Snowdown. 2023 artwork by Shan Wells. 2023 is the 44th Snowdown!!! Dates Friday January 27 to Sunday February 5 Events 162 events this year, 39 are new, 30 are family friendly Schedules • Printed brochure available at Magpies Newsstand and Café, 707 Main Ave. in Downtown, and other local businesses • Online at Snowdown.org – click on EVENTS to download the full schedule and to see a list of events by day. Also...
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