Featured Happenings

Jewelry, fiber art, bee products, painted eggs, gourd art, ornaments, original paintings, and so much more! Door prizes will be given away every hour....

Harvest Market - Durango Farmers Market

9:00am / TBK Parking Lot

Celebrate the abundance of the November harvest! Stock up on farm-fresh ingredients for your holiday meals while supporting your favorite local farmers,...

Christmas Craft Bazaar

9:00am / Sacred Heart Catholic Church

Multiple Vendors showcasing their goods, you're shure to find treasures for your Christmas gifting needs! Enjoy hot cocoa and food...

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...

Harvest Market

9:00am / Bayfield Farmer's Market

Help with holiday food and gifts! Thanksgiving turkeys, pies, breads, mushrooms, jams, honey, all kinds of baked goods, cold and hot drinks,...

Southwest Remix: An Invitational Exhibition

10:00am / Blue Rain Gallery

Southwest Remix is a group invitational exhibition that brings together select local and regional contemporary artists whose work offers fresh, unique...

Fabric Landscapes: Easy Format

10:00am / Pine River Library

Create fabric landscape art from a favorite local landscape photo that you* have taken to be framed or quilted! No need to be an artist - this method...

Free Demo: How to Make a Beaded Snowflake Ornament

10:30am / Beads & Beyond

Learn how easy it is to make a beautiful beaded snowflake ornament. They make great gifts for anyone that loves snow! If you'd like...

Four Corners Broadcasting's Annual Project Merry Christmas Donation Drive

11:00am / La Plata Family Center Coalition

Join your hometown radio stations and local businesses support those in need this holiday season as we host Project Merry Christmas Donation Drives in...

Holiday Fused Glass Ornament Workshops

11:00am / Sun Sapphires (upstairs)

Two times to choose from: 11am - 1pm or 2:30pm - 4:00. Join us for a fun and festive fused glass workshop where you can create your very...

Puppy Party Adoption Event

11:00am / Pet Haus Groom Room

Join La Plata County Humane Society for a tail-wagging good time at our Puppy Party hosted by Pet Haus! Meet adorable, adoptable pups looking for their...

Animas Chocolate Company's Free Truffle Day!

11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company

Join us for our annual customer appreciation event! Gather your friends and family, and stop by our chocolate café any time during our...

International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day

11:30am / Durango Public Library

The annual International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day is an event in which survivors of suicide loss, non-loss survivors, and support people come together...

D & D Club

12:00pm / Sunnyside Library

No prior experience or materials necessary. Open to both beginners and experienced players.

Youth Photography Showcase

12:00pm / Durango Arts Center

The Alpine Bank Youth Photography Showcase is open to all middle and high school students in La Plata County, offering a chance to exhibit their talent...

Holiday Gift Gallery

12:00pm / The Durango Arts Center

Fine art, and hand-crafted items from local artists are for sale, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting education programs at the DAC.

DHS Football - Quarter Finals of the 4A State Playoffs

12:00pm / Durango High School Stadium

Durango faces Heritage in the quarterfinals of the 4A State Playoffs. We hope to see you there!

Yarn Meetup

1:00pm / Durango Public Library

Calling knitters, crocheters, and fiber artists of all ages and levels! Come work on your current project in an informal group setting!

Rise of the Nations

1:00pm / The Hive

Join us at the Hive and Celebrate Native American Heritage Month creative through art, movement and community. 1pm opening, 1:30pm skate competition, Native...

Kids Paint & Sip

2:00pm / The Weminuche Woodfire Grill

Paint & Sip: Kids' Thankful Friends A Thanksgiving-themed painting event for kids - full of gratitude, creativity, and cozy fall...

Stretching with Cats Event

2:00pm / Cat Care Durango

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon surrounded by our adorable kitties as you stretch, unwind, and soak up some purr therapy. Attendance is free,...

Ornament & Card Making Party - Gel Printing & Decoupage

2:00pm / Picasso & Vino

Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own holiday gifts! Everything's included...

Intro to Acro

3:00pm / Smiley Building

Join us for a fun and supportive all-ages class where you’ll learn the foundations of this playful and empowering practice that blends yoga, acrobatics,...

The Polar Express Train Ride

4:30pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Three times to choose from! (4:55pm, 6:30pm, and 8pm) Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical...

Adam Swanson - Ragtime

5:30pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Adam Swanson, our fabulous ragtime in residence, performs ragtime and other favorites. Adam Swanson is one of the world's foremost performers of vintage...

Matt Rupnow Music

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Matt Rupnow is a Singer/Songwriter who lives in Southwest Colorado. He is writing, recording and performing his unique blend of music he likes to call...

San Juan Circus presents "Not That Innocent"

6:30pm / The Subterrain

San Juan Circus presents "Not That Innocent", a Y2K Cabaret - one night only - in Downtown Durango at The Subterrain. 2 shows!...

24-Hour Theater

7:30pm / The Durango Arts Center

The Durango Arts Center presents the 2025 24-Hour Theater, transforming a blank page into stage performances in just 24 hours as local actors, writers,...

Sunday, November 23^rd

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...

Irish Jam

12:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Company

The great sounds of Celtic music and modern Irish tunes are played every Sunday from 12 noon til 3pm. Enjoy special pricing on select pints to make the...

The Polar Express Train Ride

4:30pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Three times to choose from! (4:55pm, 6:30pm, and 8pm) Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical...

Ben Gibson

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Influenced from greats both past and present: Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaugh, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, as well as more contemporary greats such as Joe...

Blue Moon Ramblers

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

The Blue Moon Ramblers have been playing the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years! Join us for this entertaining tradition inside the area's...

Monday, November 24^th

Purchase a memorial wreath for a Veterans Gravesite

9:00am / Greenmount Cemetery

Family and friends can honor the lives of military veterans at Durango's Greenmount Cemetery by purchasing a wreath for $17 at bluestarmomsofdurango.org. Checks...

School's Out...Seed and Stillwater Are In: The Art of Giving

9:00am / Seed Studio

School is out, but Seed Studio and Stillwater Music are in! This fun, high-energy, 6-hour workshop for kids in grades K-5 is wonderful to build confidence,...

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...

Festival of Trees & Wreaths - Durango ALL WEEK

12:00pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train Museum

Step into the holiday magic at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Train Museum! The museum transforms into a twinkling winter wonderland...

Death Cafe

4:00pm / Durango Public Library

A Death Café is a group directed discussion of death; it is not a grief support group. Our objective is to increase awareness of death with a view to...

The Polar Express Train Ride ALL WEEK

4:30pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Three times to choose from! (4:55pm, 6:30pm, and 8pm) Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical...

Chuck Hank

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Playing genres ranging from Jazz and Hip Hop to Rock and Bluegrass, Durango's Chuck Hank is breaking boundaries while keeping the vibes smooth. The...

Joel Racheff

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Joel Racheff was born in Wyoming, raised in New Mexico, and has spent most of his adult life in good ol' Durango. As a young man, Joel was and continues...

Hauntings & History Durango Ghost Tour (Tickets Required) ALL WEEK

6:00pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot

Downtown Durango is saturated with paranormal activity. You don’t need to walk far to get your fill of ghost stories. Main Avenue was once home to a...

Tuesday, November 25^th

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...

Southwest Remix: An Invitational Exhibition

10:00am / Blue Rain Gallery

Southwest Remix is a group invitational exhibition that brings together select local and regional contemporary artists whose work offers fresh, unique...

Gift Gallery (Tues - Sat)

12:00pm / The Durango Arts Center

Local artists have a variety of gift items on sale. Part of the proceeds benefit education programs at the DAC. The Durango Arts Center...

Beginner West Coast Swing Series

5:00pm / Groove U Studio

Start time 5:15 Learn the 5 fundamental steps of West Coast Swing! No partner needed.

Centerpieces for the Season: Thanksgiving Edition

5:00pm / Cork and Larder

Join April's Garden for a hands-on workshop to create your own Thanksgiving centerpiece! All materials provided - leave with a beautiful arrangement...

Randy Crumbaugh

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Randy's main genre and music covers comes from the 70's Folk Rock era, though he covers every decade. His favorite artists include: James Taylor,...

Nathan Schmidt

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Walking the line between vintage Country & Southwestern, Nathan occasionally stumbles into music all his own. He sings songs, plays his guitar, and...

Intermediate West Coast Swing Series

6:00pm / Groove U Studio

*Must know the 5 fundamental steps of West Coast Swing* No partner necessary

Wednesday, November 26^th

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...

Kids Yoga Class Thanksgiving Break

9:30am / Anu Yoga School

Give your child a magical morning this Thanksgiving break! Through storytelling, breath, movement, and art, kids will explore gratitude, mindfulness,...

Southwest Remix: An Invitational Exhibition

10:00am / Blue Rain Gallery

Southwest Remix is a group invitational exhibition that brings together select local and regional contemporary artists whose work offers fresh, unique...

Wine, Beer, Spirits Tasting

4:00pm / Wagon Wheel Liquors

Weekly tasting at wagon Wheel. depending on the week we have either Wine, Beer, or spirits. Sometimes we have all three. Come in and taste something new...

Young Professionals of Durango Happy Hour

5:00pm / TBA

Join the Young Professionals for a monthly happy hour and networking event! Meet and network with fellow young professionals in a casual environment. The...

Happy Hour Yoga

5:00pm / Lola's Place

Join us for an energizing yoga flow to get you prepped for the Thanksgiving holiday. Drink included! Reserve your space, link below!

Terry Rickard

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Terry has been entertaining Strater guests and locals for years! Terry grew up playing in rock bands around the Boston area before moving to southern California....

Donny Johnson

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Donny is a self-proclaimed "Troubador!" He plays the guitar and sings -mostly cover tunes of everyone from working musician Willie Nelson to...

Beginner Salsa Series

6:00pm / Groove U Studio

Learn the basics of Salsa on 1! No partner necessary. 3 week series.

Open Mic Music

7:00pm / EsoTerra

Unleash your inner rockstar! Join us every week for an unforgettable night of live music, raw talent, and good vibes. Grab the mic or just enjoy the show! New...

Thursday, November 27^th

Manna's Thanksgiving Community Meal

9:00am / Manna

Manna's Community Thanksgiving Meal is available to anyone in our community! Pick up food for your friends, family, and neighbors. We are partnering...

Durango Turkey Trot

10:00am / Fort Lewis College Clocktower

This Thanksgiving, take a break from the kitchen (and earn that extra slice of pie! Whether you're a weekend warrior, a casual jogger, or just looking...

Thanksgiving Dinner

11:00am / Mahogany Grille

Celebrate Thanksgiving at the Strater Hotel The Strater Hotel will be featuring a Thanksgiving Buffet that will be served in the Mahogany...

Sip & Stitch - Craft and Wine

4:00pm / Durango Winery

Bring a craft to work on and get 25% off glasses of our locally produced wine. Please no projects involving glitter or paint...

Thanksgiving Dinner

4:30pm / Purgatory Resort - Purgy’s

You’re invited to join us as we gather for a buffet-style Thanksgiving dinner at Purgy’s to celebrate the season. We’ll be serving up all your favorite...

Ben Gibson

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Influenced from greats both past and present: Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaugh, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, as well as more contemporary greats such as Joe...

Bluegrass Jam

6:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Company

Local bluegrass musicians gather every Thursday about 6pm to pick and play great bluegrass music. Join us for award winning beer and the great Americana...

Thanksgiving Dinner

6:30pm / Purgatory Resort - Purgy’s

You’re invited to join us as we gather for a buffet-style Thanksgiving dinner at Purgy’s to celebrate the season. We’ll be serving up all your favorite...

Friday, November 28^th

6th Annual Festival of Wreaths – Cortez

7:00am / Downtown Cortez

Celebrate the holidays at the 6th Annual Festival of Wreaths in downtown Cortez, featuring more than 40 artfully designed wreaths created by local artists,...

Holly Jolly Gift Card Drawing

9:00am / Downtown Durango and The North Main District

Shop & dine locally on Friday November 28; Saturday November 29; and Sunday November 30 in Downtown Durango & the North Main District for your chance to...

Singing with Santa - Reindeer Scavenger Hunt

10:00am / Downtown Durango

Calling all La Plata County littles! Santa's reindeer have escaped and are hiding in Downtown Durango and we need your help to find them all. While you're...

6th Annual Festival of Wreaths - Cortez

12:00pm / Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce

Cortez comes alive with holiday sparkle! Step into a festive indoor gallery at the Cortez Area Chamber of Commerce and enjoy a colorful display of hand-decorated...

Make a Durango Snowflake Ornament

3:30pm / Beads & Beyond

Stop by the store before Singing with Santa and make a unique and sparkly snowflake ornament - It's a Durango tradition! Put them on...

Joyful Resistance: Gather. Connect. Renew

4:00pm / Heather Freeman Studio 14, Smiley Building

The world feels heavy right now. The pace, the pressure, the constant noise. Even the holidays - meant to fill us with warmth and connection...

4th Annual Holiday Family Drive Kick Off

5:00pm / TBK Bank

Spread holiday cheer by supporting local families in need! TBK Bank is once again partnering with Housing Solutions for the Southwest to collect gifts,...

Singing with Santa

5:30pm / Buckley Park

Start off your holiday season with Singing with Santa. This annual family friendly event takes place the day after Thanksgiving. Come join...

Live Music with Leigh Mikell

5:30pm / Barons Creek Vineyards

Come enjoy live music with us.

Live Irish Music - Tom Wards Downfall

6:00pm / Durango Winery

Celtic Trad jam every Friday evening, now with Irish beer and whiskey specials!

Dustin Burley

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Dustin's music is a blend of Outlaw Country/Blues/Classic Rock/Folk. He puts his own twist on old classics and blends his original songs through his...

Larry Carver & Friends

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Local talent Larry Carver's melodic and passionate electric lead guitar work covers a wide range of rock, blues, jazz and country!

Wreath-Making Workshop

6:00pm / Seed Studio

Come gather with us for a cozy and creative wreath-making event! Guided by Seed’s Board President, Tara Jackson, you’ll have everything you need to...

Painting Party - Partridges in a Pear Tree

6:30pm / Picasso & Vino

Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece! Everything's included for you to...

Treasure Hunt

7:00pm / The Subterrain (entrance on 9th)

We really like a good treasure hunt... Naturally, we wanted to make one for you to come experience in our one-of-a-kind Subterrain space....

Jazz Church Open Jam Session

7:30pm / The Starlight Lounge

Hosted by a local band, welcoming all players and singers at any ability level. Playing mostly jazz, blues, swing, and funk, Jazz Church is a fun and lively...

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