Featured Happenings
Events This Week
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Under One Moon Music & Arts Festival
11:00am / Tico Time River Resort
As seniors at Animas High School, we spend much of our time working on a senior year action project. For our project, we decided to put on an arts festival...
Irish Jam
12:30pm / 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...
Roller Derby Skate Clinic
2:00pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Come learn to skate roller derby! This is a 3 week progressive series where you'll learn the basics of skating and how roller derby is played. You'll...
Merely Players presents Into The Woods
2:00pm / Merely Underground
Into The Woods - A Musical Journey
Tickets $40-42
Live Piano Music
5:00pm / Serafina's Steakhouse
Elevate your Sunday evenings at Serafina’s with live piano music from 5–8 PM. Our in-house pianist sets the tone with a blend of timeless classics...
Matt Lewis
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
A recent arrival to Durango from Vail with deep musical roots in Chicago, Matt is a wildly creative live looping acoustic artist who reimagines “covers”...
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...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
After School Bike Camp
3:30pm / Bike Camp By: Nifty Nanny
We’re excited to bring back our 6 Week After School Bike Camp this spring, starting April 6th!
Kids will ride bikes along the river trail,...
Death Cafe
4:00pm / Durango Public Library
At a Death Cafe people gather to eat cake, drink tea and discuss death. Our objective is 'to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people...
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...
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....
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Feminist Art Exhibition (Tues - Sat)
12:00pm / Durango Art Center
Exploring Feminism: Beauty or Bondage features the work of 3 Colorado women whose art confronts the intersection of beauty, power, and female identity....
Summer Volunteer Orientation Session
12:00pm / Adaptive Sports Association
Come learn about summer volunteer opportunities at the Adaptive Sports Association! We are looking for volunteers to help with indoor rock climbing, cycling,...
Exploring Feminism: Beauty or Bondage? (Tues - Sat)
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Barbara Conrad Gallery
Showcasing art from Judy Hayes, with poetry and photography from Savanna Goodman and Pamela Nocerino. The show features work exploring feminism, beauty,...
Suicide Prevention Summit: A Community Responsibility
4:30pm / Fort Lewis College Ballroom
This community wide summit is open to all! Those who attend will have and opportunity to learn about the power of community, and be part of a collective...
Women's Leadership in Practice Series
4:30pm / Fort Lewis College Center for Innovation
This April, we’re taking the energy of the Durango Women’s Leadership Conference and going deeper - more time, practice, and connection to build real...
Engage Durango Forum - Recycling, Composting, and Water Conservation
5:00pm / Durango Community Recreation Center
The City of Durango invites the community to provide feedback directly to the leaders of the City. The meeting includes a brief presentation from Marty...
Summer Volunteer Orientation Session
5:30pm / Adaptive Sports Association
Come learn about summer volunteer opportunities at the Adaptive Sports Association! We are looking for volunteers to help with indoor rock climbing, cycling,...
The Search
5:30pm / St. Columba Parish Center
What is this life journey all about? Is it taking us somewhere?
Come explore the Big Questions, including what we seek, who are we, why...
Tuesday Trivia
6:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join us for Trivia Night on the waterfall deck featuring weekly prizes as well as a weekly giveaway for $25 and $50 gift cards to Ernie’s Bar or The...
Jason Thies
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Jason Thies is a guitarist, singer and songwriter based out of Durango, Colorado. Since 1999 he has released 5 albums of original music-2 of which (People...
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, Neil...
Tuesday Night Salsa Sizzle
6:00pm / The Durango Collective
4-Week Beginner Salsa Series
Professional Latin dance instructor Brent Lilley will guide students through the fundamentals of salsa including...
Open Mic Poetry & Tea
7:00pm / Old Barrel Tea Co
Join us for an Open Mic Poetry & Tea night - all are welcome!
Come listen, share your own work, or just enjoy the vibes—whatever you’d like. We’ll...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Wednesday Morning Adult Ceramics
9:00am / Nook Ceramics
Meet once per week for 2.5 hours to learn how to throw, trim, attach handles, glaze, and more!
With only 4 students per class, you will...
After School Bike Camp
3:30pm / Bike Camp By: Nifty Nanny
We’re excited to bring back our 6 Week After School Bike Camp this spring, starting April 6th!
Kids will ride bikes along the river trail,...
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...
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 Waylon...
West Coast Swing Crash Course
6:30pm / The Durango Collective
Ready to finally learn West Coast Swing? Join us for a fun, beginner-friendly night:
No partner needed
No experience needed
Learn...
Stargazing Night Sky
8:00pm / Lake Nighthorse - Entrance Area
New Summer Stargazing Program! Explore the night sky with Durango Parks and Recreation. Using telescopes, binoculars and a laser guided sky tour participants...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Summer Volunteer Orientation Session
12:00pm / Adaptive Sports Association
Come learn about summer volunteer opportunities at the Adaptive Sports Association! We are looking for volunteers to help with indoor rock climbing, cycling,...
iAM Music Fest
2:00pm / iAM Music Fest - various venues
Headliners include SunSquabi, Jeremy Garrett Bluegrass Band featuring Kyle Tuttle, Taylor Scott Band, Desiderata, and more!
What to expect :
• Four...
Sip & Stitch - Craft and Wine
4:00pm / Durango Winery
Bring a craft to work on and get 25% off glasses of wine. Please no projects involving paint or glitter.
Pint Night!
4:00pm / Lola's Place
We’re excited for our next Pint Night with our friends at Ska Brewing!
Grab a pint and enjoy a free taco with your beer purchase - because...
Durango Green Drinks
5:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join Durango Green Drinks - the last Thursday of every month from 5-7PM with three different local sustainability organizations hosting each month. It's...
Live Music: The One and Only Jon Ham
5:00pm / Ska Brewing
Jon Ham is taking his live-looping one-man-band show on the road, making his way back to Ska World Headquarters! Come loop it up with us for this free...
Dart Tournament
5:30pm / Union Social House
Whether you're a seasoned pro or just looking for some friendly competition, come test your aim, meet fellow dart enthusiasts, and enjoy a great time.
Sign-ups:...
Summer Volunteer Orientation Session
5:30pm / Adaptive Sports Association
Come learn about summer volunteer opportunities at the Adaptive Sports Association! We are looking for volunteers to help with indoor rock climbing, cycling,...
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...
Open Mic Night
6:00pm / American Legion Dancehall
Durango's premier Open Mic! Every Thursday from 6-9pm. Sign up starts at 5:30pm. Free entry. Professional sound, stage and lighting. Full backline...
Rob Webster
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Originally from Chicago-land, Rob is one of our favorite entertainers and also thinks The Office Spiritorium is one of the “coolest rooms in Durango!”...
Gary Watkins
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Gary’s music is a blend of old standards, blues, country, rock and folk as well as some original compositions. He began playing music in this area at...
Live Music The Vanbuskirks
6:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join us for live music featuring The Vanbuskirks. 11th Street Station features local and touring artists performing music from many genres. We invite you...
Flower Moon Crystal Grid Workshop
6:30pm / Crystal Boutique
Come learn how to make a crystal grid for the Flower Moon (May 1) and take home a full grid kit!
Start the new month with positive intentions...
Merely Players presents Into The Woods
7:00pm / Merely Underground
Into The Woods - A Musical Journey
Tickets $40-42
iAM MUSIC Fest! Pre-Party
7:30pm / The iNDIGO Room
Doors: 7:30 PM, Entry: $10
Only 65 person capacity – limited space!
Kick off iAM MUSIC Fest 2026 with an intimate, high-energy...
Veterans Friday Morning Coffee
8:00am / American Legion Post 28
Please join us for coffee and refreshments (Doughnuts)
Families and Veteran caregivers welcome.
Free no cost
Just...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...
Big Spring Sale Event
9:00am / Backcountry Experience
Backcountry will hold a three day Big Spring Sale. Discounts will be bigger everyday. Get your gear for every season.
Massive Gemstone Sale
10:00am / Beads & Beyond
Our yearly gemstone sale is happening- 1000's of strands of pearls, turquoise, opal, amethyst, Lapis, etc. at wholesale prices. Come for the unique,...
Narrow Gauge Day
11:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot
We’ll kick off summer with the annual free picnic and community celebration at the Durango depot. Our volunteer staff will be grilling hot dogs for members...
Puppy Adoption Event
12:00pm / Durango Motor Company
Celebrate National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day at this special adoption event sponsored by Durango Motor Company! Join La Plata County Humane Society for a...
Durango First Friday
4:00pm / Downtown Durango
Celebrate Durango’s creative side! Hosted by the Durango Creative District, explore this evening of music, original performances, featured artist showcases...
2026 iAM MUSIC Fest
4:30pm / The iAM MUSIC Fest!
For over a decade, iAM MUSIC Fest has been a celebration of creativity, connection, and community - and in 2026, we’re taking it even further.
Join...
May First Friday Artist Showcase - Irie Illustrations
5:00pm / The Subterrain & Durango Winery
First Friday Artist Showcase- Irie Illustrations by Zyon Frauen
New! The Subterrain & Durango Winery will be joining in on First Fridays this year-...
First Friday on the Patio
5:00pm / April's Garden
First Friday at April’s Garden with Jimmy's Music! Live music with Leah Orlikowski, plus sales, snacks, drinks, and a little local art magic!
See...
Art Opening First Friday
5:00pm / Earthen Vessel Gallery
The Turning Wheel. Oil pastel works by Susan Clark
Cropped views of wheels, frames, and passing details - where repetition and rhythm come into focus.
Opening Reception - Sacred Spirits
5:00pm / Blue Rain Gallery
A solo exhibition by Ray Tigerman with an artist reception and opening in conjunction with Durango Gallery Walk. Describing himself as "an abstract...
Mother’s Day Jewelry Event, First Friday
5:30pm / ArtRoom Collective at The Smiley
MAY First Friday 2026
The ArtRoom Collective Mother’s Day Jewelry Event
First Friday, May 1 from 5:30 - 7pm
1309 E 3rd Avenue, Durango, CO 81301
https://www.theartroomcollective.com/...
Live Music
5:30pm / Barons Creek Vineyards Durango
Join us for wine, food, music, and fun every Friday night!
Trivia Fridays
6:00pm / Durango Beer & Ice Co
Think you know your animated sitcoms & movies?
Come test your cartoon knowledge - grab your crew, grab a cold one, and let's find...
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!
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...
Merely Players presents Into The Woods
7:00pm / Merely Underground
Into The Woods - A Musical Journey
Tickets $40-42
Live Music La La Bones
7:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join us for free live music featuring La La Bones. 11th Street Station features local and touring artists performing music from many genres. We invite...
Across The Border Golf Extravaganza
8:00am / Hillcrest Golf Club
Get ready for Across The Border – a one-of-a-kind competitive golf tournament featuring TWO premier courses in TWO states!
Saturday May...
Scenic Round Trip Silverton Train (Steam)
8:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding 3 1/2 hours each way on this train while spending a nearly 2 hour...
Big Spring Sale Event
9:00am / Backcountry Experience
Backcountry will hold a three day Big Spring Sale. Discounts will be bigger everyday. Get your gear for every season.
Annual Gemstone Trunk show
10:00am / Beads & Beyond
Come to our annual Gemstone Trunk show. We'll have 1000'a of strands of beads- pearls, turquoise, opal, amethyst, lapis- anything you can think...
Sacred Spirits
10:00am / Blue Rain Gallery
A solo exhibition by Ray Tigerman with an artist reception and opening in conjunction with Durango Gallery Walk. Describing himself as "an abstract...
White Rabbit Spring Book Sale
11:00am / White Rabbit Books & Curiosities
We have a mountain of great books in need of good homes. Take what you need, pay what you want & tell your friends!
(Sunday, May 3rd,...
17th Annual Dandelion Festival
1:00pm / Rotary Park
Join us for a free, fun music and art festival honoring the spring wild greens, community health, organic land stewardship and joy! Experience live music,...
iAM Music Fest
2:00pm / iAM Music Fest - various venues
Headliners include SunSquabi, Jeremy Garrett Bluegrass Band featuring Kyle Tuttle, Taylor Scott Band, Desiderata, and more!
What to expect :
• Four...
Take A Bow: Music in the Mountains Community Student Concert
4:00pm / Roshong Recital Hall
Take A Bow is our annual community concert showcasing local music students!
Join us for this community event highlighting the talented young...
2026 iAM MUSIC Fest
4:30pm / The iAM MUSIC Fest!
For over a decade, iAM MUSIC Fest has been a celebration of creativity, connection, and community - and in 2026, we’re taking it even further.
Join...
Studio 444 Performing Arts Academy Dance Recital
5:00pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis
We are a dance and performing arts school in Durango and we’d love to entertain you! We have our Annual Recital for our dancers ages and 3 and up and...
Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
5:30pm / Brim and Boot
As someone we’ve had the pleasure of working with and supporting, we’d love to invite you to our VIP Invite-Only Open House.
This is...
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...
Karaoke with Kimmy
6:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Company
Play karaoke roulette and win a free pint! Follow us on FB or IG for karaoke themes or updates.
Carute Roma
6:00pm / Union Social House
Get ready for an unforgettable night of rhythm, energy, and wanderlust as a high-spirited gypsy band brings their electrifying sound to Union Social House...
Live Music with Leah Orikowski
6:00pm / EsoTerra Arboretum
For our live music this Saturday, we welcome Leah Orlikowski.
Leah has been playing gigs professionally for 17 years. She has written a collection of...
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...
Post Hardcore Concert
6:30pm / The Hive/The Swarm
The Swarm presents a night of Post Hardcore and Grind featuring Cinematica, TAKIPNIK, Facepulp, Dogs Throw Spears, Nil and Midnight Architect. All ages,...
Merely Players presents Into The Woods
7:00pm / Merely Underground
Into The Woods - A Musical Journey
Tickets $40-42
