Events This Week

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

Do you love embroidery but HATE getting stabbed with a needle and it taking forever? Try my punch needle embroidery workshop where I'll teach you how to use a punch needle to create a mountain landscape for yourself or a gift for another! We will eat a delicious brunch spread and cider drink from Esoterra while enjoying a new hobby.

Improve forest health, support stewardship and conservation education and shop locally at SJMA's Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot! "Christmas Trees for Conservation" is this San Juan Mountains Association's biggest fundraiser of the year, supporting our education and stewardship efforts throughout the entire San Juan Mountain region. Each year we begin selling both local white fir (cut from the San Juan National Forest) and Wisconsin balsam first the day after Thanksgiving. Volunteers donate hundreds of hours to help cut trees, set up the lot, and sell the trees. Once again, SJMA will have a pop-up-shop alongside the tree sales on the weekends. We will have some fun stocking stuffers and gifts for everyone in the family. We'll also have some special guests visiting the tree lot on Noel Night (December 1st). Trees usually sell out by December 15th, so visit us early to get your perfect tree! Shop local and support stewardship and conservation education on Southwest Colorado's public lands!

A Modern and Heartwarming Musical with music by band members of Phish.   Tickets $20-35

With magnificent sets, a Christmas tree that grows, glittering snowflakes, waltzing flowers, the Sugar Plum Fairy and her enchanting castle of characters. Enjoy this magical story that is a favorite for audiences of all ages.   Featuring the San Juan Symphony

Book by: Jenny Laird and Will Osborn  Lyrics by: Randy Courts and Will Osborne  Music by: Randy Courts   Enjoy a fun musical based upon Magic Tree House #44 A Ghost Tale for Christmas Time by Mary Pope Osborn! Follow Annie and Jack as their tree house flies them into the center of London as Mr. Dickens is writing his famous tale! Will Annie and Jack be able to help him find his story?   Find out in A Ghost Tale for Mr. Dickens Jr.!  The Claw  By Denver Casado, Jessica Penzias, Kerry Kazmierowicztrimm, Christyn Budzyna & Jack Mitchell   An out-of-order claw machine mysteriously comes back to life! But Dot, a nervous stuffed cow, fears the worst. With help of her friends, she must find the courage to face the unknown! The questions is, can she do it!   Find out in The Caw!  Tickets:   General: $15  Student: $10   House opens 30 minutes before the listed time.   MAGIC TREE HOUSE: A GHOST TALE FOR MR. DICKENS JR is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI.www.MTIShows.com THE CLAW is presented through special arrangement with Beat by Beat Press (www.bbbpress.com)

Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation of the classic holiday story, THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride. Climb aboard a vintage steam train as it departs our Durango Depot for the North Pole to pick up Santa Claus himself. Upon arriving at our depot, you'll be immersed in the story as our chefs serve you hot chocolates and sweet treats while the conductor recites a reading from the Polar Express book. After arriving at the North Pole, you'll enjoy an incredible light show set to holiday music. On the return trip to Durango, Santa will visit each coach and hand out the first gift of Christmas to each passenger.   First told in the award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, this is the story of a child's Christmas Eve journey. It was adapted to the big screen in 2003. And now it comes alive each year with THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth, and fun of the Christmas season on a special steam train trip to the North Pole! Certain dates and car types will sell quickly so you'll want to book soon to reserve your preferred seating!   THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is our most popular event of the year and is an annual holiday tradition for many riders. While the train excursion is roughly 65 minutes in duration, we recommend allowing 2 hours for the entire adventure so you can enjoy the full experience! The weather can be cold at the North Pole, so we recommend layering properly, even though all the cabins are heated aboard the train. As always, we recommend wearing pajamas to capture the Christmas spirit!

A Durango- local Americana/Bluegrass band that's been playing at the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years!

Improve forest health, support stewardship and conservation education and shop locally at SJMA's Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot! "Christmas Trees for Conservation" is this San Juan Mountains Association's biggest fundraiser of the year, supporting our education and stewardship efforts throughout the entire San Juan Mountain region. Each year we begin selling both local white fir (cut from the San Juan National Forest) and Wisconsin balsam first the day after Thanksgiving. Volunteers donate hundreds of hours to help cut trees, set up the lot, and sell the trees.   Once again, SJMA will have a pop-up-shop alongside the tree sales on the weekends. We will have some fun stocking stuffers and gifts for everyone in the family. We'll also have some special guests visiting the tree lot on Noel Night (December 1st). Trees usually sell out by December 15th, so visit us early to get your perfect tree!   Shop local and support stewardship and conservation education on Southwest Colorado's public lands!

Local and National comics perform every Monday!

It's time once again for the annual Snowdown KIDS FOLLIES!  Calling all the talented performing youth of Durango - Dancers, Singers, Musicians, Comedy and more!   Do you have an act you want to share with a supportive and cheering crowd? Then be a part of Kids Follies '24 and show off your skills.    Come anytime during that time slot and show us what you've got. *Please bring any music you have on something that we can plug in into our system. If your device needs an adapter for a headphone jack, please bring it with you. We cannot guarantee that ours will be compatible.    Please limit your acts to under 4min. We want to be able to showcase as many of Durango's local talented youth as possible!! Each act will have a $40 entry fee to cover some of the show costs.    *Performances are Jan 19th and 20th at 7pm with a mandatory tech rehearsal on Wed Jan 17th at 5pm. Can't make it on the 12th? Not to worry!! Just send a video of your act to Jason@durangoarts.org and you can audition that way.

Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation of the classic holiday story, THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride. Climb aboard a vintage steam train as it departs our Durango Depot for the North Pole to pick up Santa Claus himself. Upon arriving at our depot, you'll be immersed in the story as our chefs serve you hot chocolates and sweet treats while the conductor recites a reading from the Polar Express book. After arriving at the North Pole, you'll enjoy an incredible light show set to holiday music. On the return trip to Durango, Santa will visit each coach and hand out the first gift of Christmas to each passenger.   First told in the award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, this is the story of a child's Christmas Eve journey. It was adapted to the big screen in 2003. And now it comes alive each year with THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth, and fun of the Christmas season on a special steam train trip to the North Pole! Certain dates and car types will sell quickly so you'll want to book soon to reserve your preferred seating!   THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is our most popular event of the year and is an annual holiday tradition for many riders. While the train excursion is roughly 65 minutes in duration, we recommend allowing 2 hours for the entire adventure so you can enjoy the full experience! The weather can be cold at the North Pole, so we recommend layering properly, even though all the cabins are heated aboard the train. As always, we recommend wearing pajamas to capture the Christmas spirit!

Are you a beginner/intermediate acoustic music player looking to play more? This weekly jam is welcoming to all players, with a focus on slower tempo improvisation solos and chord changes. If you can play the I, IV and V chords in G, D and A then you know enough to play at this jam!

Open mic every Tuesday, open to performers of all kinds and levels from beginners to experts. Support local live music!

Curious about how the world's largest civic organization makes a difference in our world? Come join us and find out how together Rotarians around the world seek to eradicate polio, provide education, supply clean water and assist in disaster relief in a non-religious, non-political way. The Daybreak Club is know as the "hands on" club, making a difference together in Durango and beyond. Coffee provided!

Participate on Zoom as follows:   Online (computer or smartphone):  https://zoom.us/j/819094582    Or by telephone:  Dial (if the first number is busy, try another number):  US: +1 346 248 7799 +1 669 900 9128 +1 312 626 6799 +1 646 558 8656 +1 253 215 8782 +1 301 715 8592

Join us for Durango's infamous networking lunch, providing the movers and shakers of our community with a space to innovate, inspire, and eat a delicious lunch while they're at it.

Come and joins us for a tasting of Wine, Liquor, or Beer every Wednesday during happy hour. Come taste our crews favorite products!   Wine 15% off, Spirits 10% off, and Beer 5% off during happy hour.

Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation of the classic holiday story, THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride. Climb aboard a vintage steam train as it departs our Durango Depot for the North Pole to pick up Santa Claus himself. Upon arriving at our depot, you'll be immersed in the story as our chefs serve you hot chocolates and sweet treats while the conductor recites a reading from the Polar Express book. After arriving at the North Pole, you'll enjoy an incredible light show set to holiday music. On the return trip to Durango, Santa will visit each coach and hand out the first gift of Christmas to each passenger. First told in the award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, this is the story of a child's Christmas Eve journey. It was adapted to the big screen in 2003. And now it comes alive each year with THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth, and fun of the Christmas season on a special steam train trip to the North Pole! Certain dates and car types will sell quickly so you'll want to book soon to reserve your preferred seating! THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is our most popular event of the year and is an annual holiday tradition for many riders. While the train excursion is roughly 65 minutes in duration, we recommend allowing 2 hours for the entire adventure so you can enjoy the full experience! The weather can be cold at the North Pole, so we recommend layering properly, even though all the cabins are heated aboard the train. As always, we recommend wearing pajamas to capture the Christmas spirit!

Summit Kids is inviting you and your family to join us on an interactive family experience where you will play games, eat some delicious snacks, make crafts, and enjoy fellowship with others! We'll have a series of stations set up in our Fellowship Hall, each leading your family through a different Christmas activity. This activity will be the most fun for your preschool and lower-elementary aged children.   We encourage your family to join us!

Bring your talent! Play alone, or with friends. This open mic is run up by the phenomenally talented musicians of ShadowTrapp! So, you are always guaranteed a great show! The floor is open to all varieties of music, and levels of expertise. Come show off, or simply enjoy the music.

Sing a song get a free shot!

Think its just trivia? Think again!

Join us for Start-Up Support with the Center for Innovation. Explore entrepreneurship and creativity with:  - Podcast Launch Guidance  - Design and Editing Software Exploration  - Graphic Design Assistance   Get hands-on assistance for your projects and learn valuable skills. Don't miss this opportunity!   Let's dive into entrepreneurship and creativity together!

Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times.  Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation of the classic holiday story, THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride. Climb aboard a vintage steam train as it departs our Durango Depot for the North Pole to pick up Santa Claus himself. Upon arriving at our depot, you'll be immersed in the story as our chefs serve you hot chocolates and sweet treats while the conductor recites a reading from the Polar Express book. After arriving at the North Pole, you'll enjoy an incredible light show set to holiday music. On the return trip to Durango, Santa will visit each coach and hand out the first gift of Christmas to each passenger.   First told in the award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, this is the story of a child's Christmas Eve journey. It was adapted to the big screen in 2003. And now it comes alive each year with THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth, and fun of the Christmas season on a special steam train trip to the North Pole! Certain dates and car types will sell quickly so you'll want to book soon to reserve your preferred seating!   THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is our most popular event of the year and is an annual holiday tradition for many riders. While the train excursion is roughly 65 minutes in duration, we recommend allowing 2 hours for the entire adventure so you can enjoy the full experience! The weather can be cold at the North Pole, so we recommend layering properly, even though all the cabins are heated aboard the train. As always, we recommend wearing pajamas to capture the Christmas spirit!

Business After Hours is a networking event co-hosted by the Durango Chamber and TBK Bank, attracting professionals from all around the Durango area. Join us for an evening of connections, celebrations, and fun! Door prizes are generously provided by TBK Bank and Star Liquors!   Food - Drinks - Prizes  Registration Price:  Pre-Register & SAVE! $10 includes 2 drinks and appetizers! Register online for discounted pricing.   Entry fees are $15 at the door.

Every Thursday Stop in and enjoy some local Bluegrass jams by your Local bluegrass jammers!   $4 pints all day and if you'd like to join the jam session and bring your instrument you get a free pint of your favorite craft beer!

Join us at Ska Brewing World HQ for a free showing of the film, Giant Beasts Tiny People. Free Show, all ages, all-inclusive with a raffle, food, and beer (21+)! All proceeds from the raffle go to Outdoor Pursuits FLC Give An Adventure Fund up at Fort Lewis College!    Doors at 6pm. Film starts at 7pm.

Hosted by Aria PettyOne  Featuring 3 rounds of trivia, prizes, and local drag performances! Come see if you have the brains to win our grand prize tonight! Get there early to get your seat inside!

EsoTerra Ciderworks Presents: Comedy Open Mic Night! 'Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to spread some holiday cheer than with laughter and cider at EsoTerra Ciderworks!    Sign-Ups: 7:00 PM, Showtime: 8:00 PM   Special Guest: Night of open mic comedy will be hosted by So I Can Sleep's Taylor Lennox and special guest Mary Quinn of Lower Left Improv. Be ready to welcome some new faces to the stand up stage!   Ugly Sweater Competition!  Don your most outrageous, festive, and downright hideous holiday sweater! Strut your stuff for a chance to win fantastic prizes. The competition is fierce, and the uglier, the better!   Age Restriction: 18+ Content  Please note that the comedy content is intended for mature audiences. Leave the kids at home, and come ready for some grown-up holiday fun!   Prizes Galore!  The top three comedy bits will be crowned for the night, earning prizes to make their holiday season even brighter.

Explore idea validation at our Networking Event at the Center for Innovation. Enjoy free coffee and make meaningful connections!

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

Improve forest health, support stewardship and conservation education and shop locally at SJMA's Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot! "Christmas Trees for Conservation" is this San Juan Mountains Association's biggest fundraiser of the year, supporting our education and stewardship efforts throughout the entire San Juan Mountain region. Each year we begin selling both local white fir (cut from the San Juan National Forest) and Wisconsin balsam first the day after Thanksgiving. Volunteers donate hundreds of hours to help cut trees, set up the lot, and sell the trees. Once again, SJMA will have a pop-up-shop alongside the tree sales on the weekends. We will have some fun stocking stuffers and gifts for everyone in the family. We'll also have some special guests visiting the tree lot on Noel Night (December 1st). Trees usually sell out by December 15th, so visit us early to get your perfect tree! Shop local and support stewardship and conservation education on Southwest Colorado's public lands!

Back by popular demand, we're offering Portraits with Santa again this year and due to high demand, we're offering a 2nd date! Each kiddo/family will get a quick and easy 15 minute session in our studio with Santa Ken. Each session comes with 5 digital images of your choice. You can view/download them from your own personal ordering website.

"Friday Puppy Hour" is now known as "Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating!" Join us for our weekly "Friday Fur-iendly Speed Dating!" Come meet some of our adoptable animals to see if you find a spark!  Every Friday from 2pm to 4pm at PAR Headquarters, 2980 B Main Ave. Durango, CO.  Please remember not to bring your own pets to this event to ensure the safety and comfort of all our furry guests.   Always double-check our PAR social media accounts for any potential cancelations.   Learn more about our current adoptables at https://parkersanimalrescue.com/adopt.

Every Friday we will tap a one-of-a-kind, unique, special, small-batch brew from our Mod System. Only available at World HQ!

Apres fun with sweet door prizes from Osprey and More!

Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation of the classic holiday story, THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride. Climb aboard a vintage steam train as it departs our Durango Depot for the North Pole to pick up Santa Claus himself. Upon arriving at our depot, you'll be immersed in the story as our chefs serve you hot chocolates and sweet treats while the conductor recites a reading from the Polar Express book. After arriving at the North Pole, you'll enjoy an incredible light show set to holiday music. On the return trip to Durango, Santa will visit each coach and hand out the first gift of Christmas to each passenger.   First told in the award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, this is the story of a child's Christmas Eve journey. It was adapted to the big screen in 2003. And now it comes alive each year with THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth, and fun of the Christmas season on a special steam train trip to the North Pole! Certain dates and car types will sell quickly so you'll want to book soon to reserve your preferred seating!   THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is our most popular event of the year and is an annual holiday tradition for many riders. While the train excursion is roughly 65 minutes in duration, we recommend allowing 2 hours for the entire adventure so you can enjoy the full experience! The weather can be cold at the North Pole, so we recommend layering properly, even though all the cabins are heated aboard the train. As always, we recommend wearing pajamas to capture the Christmas spirit!

Come get your hands dirty as you create a unique Soup Bowl! We will mix creativity with pleasure as we unwind from a busy week, enjoy happy hour drinks, spend time with community artists, and most importantly hand-build a Soup Bowl. By the end of the evening your piece will be ready for glazing. You will select a glaze which will be applied to your ceramic piece when fired. Look for an email telling you when your piece is ready for pick-up and use. (about 21 days) Let the fun begin!   $35.00 Per Participant

Ring in the Holiday by attending the Holiday Show! Cheer on the young skaters as they perform the routines they have worked so hard on.

Join us every Friday at 7pm (6pm Leads class) for the public lesson followed by 2 hours of dancing. We play East Coast Swing, West Coast Swing, Salsa, Country 2-Step, Cha Cha, Waltz, Tango and even Bachata.

Book by: Jenny Laird and Will Osborn  Lyrics by: Randy Courts and Will Osborne  Music by: Randy Courts   Enjoy a fun musical based upon Magic Tree House #44 A Ghost Tale for Christmas Time by Mary Pope Osborn! Follow Annie and Jack as their tree house flies them into the center of London as Mr. Dickens is writing his famous tale! Will Annie and Jack be able to help him find his story?   Find out in A Ghost Tale for Mr. Dickens Jr.!  The Claw  By Denver Casado, Jessica Penzias, Kerry Kazmierowicztrimm, Christyn Budzyna & Jack Mitchell   An out-of-order claw machine mysteriously comes back to life! But Dot, a nervous stuffed cow, fears the worst. With help of her friends, she must find the courage to face the unknown! The questions is, can she do it!   Find out in The Caw!  Tickets:   General: $15  Student: $10   House opens 30 minutes before the listed time.   MAGIC TREE HOUSE: A GHOST TALE FOR MR. DICKENS JR is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI.www.MTIShows.com THE CLAW is presented through special arrangement with Beat by Beat Press (www.bbbpress.com)

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

Free Community Event! Santa is making a stop at TBK Bank before Christmas to say hi and have some fun! The day will be filled with caroling, crafts, a silent auction, cookies, cocoa & photos with Santa!

During this program we will be exploring our community in Durango and how we can give back as creatives. On December 16th they will be focusing on the art of cooking as we learn about food handling safety, how to cook meals and distribute them to the community as a fun creative pop up. On January 20th they will be learning a plethora of art skills from a variety of different guest instructors. In February we will take some of those skills in January to paint a Mural to help beautify our community. For our last two sessions in March and April we will focus on finding the value in another man's trash as we travel down the river trail finding materials to turn into found object sculptures. During these trips we will explore the local art and learn how it helps make a difference in our society.   During each session the students will also have the option of taking a creative break to learn circus skills so they can exercise both their body and minds.   This is a great program to help young artists find their confidence, learn valuable life skills all the while having fun and making new friends for years to come.   Scholarships are available.  BART offers young people, ages 11 to 17, regardless of expression or identity, the opportunity to experience art, leadership and art-based opportunities.

Toys for Tots is a program sponsored by the Marine Corps Reserve. They have put collection boxes all over Durango. Those boxes will be collected on December 16th and delivered to VFW Post 4031 for sorting and set up for distribution to needy children. The distribution will occur at the VFW Post 4031 Veterans Benefit Breakfast on December 17th. Volunteers are needed to assist in both sorting of the toys and distribution. All are welcome. Toys for Tots is a great program. Contact Malleri Culak to volunteer.

Bring the family and get your picture with Santa and his Harley! You can take pictures with your own phone or camera and we will provide Polaroid pictures as well.   There will be fun activities for the kids as well so mark your calendars. Santa can't wait to see you!

Improve forest health, support stewardship and conservation education and shop locally at SJMA's Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot! "Christmas Trees for Conservation" is this San Juan Mountains Association's biggest fundraiser of the year, supporting our education and stewardship efforts throughout the entire San Juan Mountain region. Each year we begin selling both local white fir (cut from the San Juan National Forest) and Wisconsin balsam first the day after Thanksgiving. Volunteers donate hundreds of hours to help cut trees, set up the lot, and sell the trees. Once again, SJMA will have a pop-up-shop alongside the tree sales on the weekends. We will have some fun stocking stuffers and gifts for everyone in the family. We'll also have some special guests visiting the tree lot on Noel Night (December 1st). Trees usually sell out by December 15th, so visit us early to get your perfect tree! Shop local and support stewardship and conservation education on Southwest Colorado's public lands!

Book by: Jenny Laird and Will Osborn  Lyrics by: Randy Courts and Will Osborne  Music by: Randy Courts   Enjoy a fun musical based upon Magic Tree House #44 A Ghost Tale for Christmas Time by Mary Pope Osborn! Follow Annie and Jack as their tree house flies them into the center of London as Mr. Dickens is writing his famous tale! Will Annie and Jack be able to help him find his story?   Find out in A Ghost Tale for Mr. Dickens Jr.!  The Claw  By Denver Casado, Jessica Penzias, Kerry Kazmierowicztrimm, Christyn Budzyna & Jack Mitchell   An out-of-order claw machine mysteriously comes back to life! But Dot, a nervous stuffed cow, fears the worst. With help of her friends, she must find the courage to face the unknown! The questions is, can she do it!   Find out in The Caw!  Tickets:   General: $15  Student: $10   House opens 30 minutes before the listed time.   MAGIC TREE HOUSE: A GHOST TALE FOR MR. DICKENS JR is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI.www.MTIShows.com THE CLAW is presented through special arrangement with Beat by Beat Press (www.bbbpress.com)

Join us to help raise funds to benefit children of veterans while enjoying a delicious pasta dinner! Served at the American Legion Post 28 for only $10/plate, the menu will feature spaghetti & meatballs, chicken alfredo, salad, garlic bread & cookies.    Presented by the American Legion Auxiliary & Sons of American Legion.

Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation of the classic holiday story, THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride. Climb aboard a vintage steam train as it departs our Durango Depot for the North Pole to pick up Santa Claus himself. Upon arriving at our depot, you'll be immersed in the story as our chefs serve you hot chocolates and sweet treats while the conductor recites a reading from the Polar Express book. After arriving at the North Pole, you'll enjoy an incredible light show set to holiday music. On the return trip to Durango, Santa will visit each coach and hand out the first gift of Christmas to each passenger.   First told in the award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, this is the story of a child's Christmas Eve journey. It was adapted to the big screen in 2003. And now it comes alive each year with THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth, and fun of the Christmas season on a special steam train trip to the North Pole! Certain dates and car types will sell quickly so you'll want to book soon to reserve your preferred seating!   THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is our most popular event of the year and is an annual holiday tradition for many riders. While the train excursion is roughly 65 minutes in duration, we recommend allowing 2 hours for the entire adventure so you can enjoy the full experience! The weather can be cold at the North Pole, so we recommend layering properly, even though all the cabins are heated aboard the train. As always, we recommend wearing pajamas to capture the Christmas spirit!

Mix creativity with pleasure and unwind from a busy week, while enjoying happy hour drinks, & learning how to make your own fused glass aspen tree landscape!    By the end of the evening, your decorated piece will be ready for firing and done 2-10 days later for pick up! 21+ event

Every Saturday 6-9pm Karaoke with your Bartenders Diana & Kimmie ! If you can pull it up on YouTube we can get you on the mic, play karaoke roulette and get a free pint ! Great Food, Tasty Beer in a Fun, Safe, and Friendly Atmosphere ! Cheers

Join us for an evening with Women's Prerogative, a local barbershop quartet!   Cider Delights & Charcuterie Surprises  Sip on EsoTerra's finest ciders, perfectly paired with charcuterie, creating a symphony of flavors to complement the quartet's harmonies.   A Night to Remember  Create lasting memories in a cozy setting, celebrating the season with friends and family. Join us for this unique musical and culinary experience!

Book by: Jenny Laird and Will Osborn  Lyrics by: Randy Courts and Will Osborne  Music by: Randy Courts   Enjoy a fun musical based upon Magic Tree House #44 A Ghost Tale for Christmas Time by Mary Pope Osborn! Follow Annie and Jack as their tree house flies them into the center of London as Mr. Dickens is writing his famous tale! Will Annie and Jack be able to help him find his story?   Find out in A Ghost Tale for Mr. Dickens Jr.!  The Claw  By Denver Casado, Jessica Penzias, Kerry Kazmierowicztrimm, Christyn Budzyna & Jack Mitchell   An out-of-order claw machine mysteriously comes back to life! But Dot, a nervous stuffed cow, fears the worst. With help of her friends, she must find the courage to face the unknown! The questions is, can she do it!   Find out in The Caw!  Tickets:   General: $15  Student: $10   House opens 30 minutes before the listed time.   MAGIC TREE HOUSE: A GHOST TALE FOR MR. DICKENS JR is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI.www.MTIShows.com THE CLAW is presented through special arrangement with Beat by Beat Press (www.bbbpress.com)

Come down to the VFW Post 4031 and enjoy a delicious breakfast with Santa. Food will be served from 9-11 AM and Santa Clause will be making a stop to distribute gifts to the first 40 children. Everyone is invited!

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

Toys for Tots is a program sponsored by the Marine Corps Reserve. They have put collection boxes all over Durango. Those boxes will be collected on December 16th and delivered to VFW Post 4031 for sorting and set up for distribution to needy children. The distribution will occur at the VFW Post 4031 Veterans Benefit Breakfast on December 17th. Volunteers are needed to assist in both sorting of the toys and distribution. All are welcome. Toys for Tots is a great program. Contact Malleri Culak to volunteer.

Improve forest health, support stewardship and conservation education and shop locally at SJMA's Christmas Trees for Conservation Lot! "Christmas Trees for Conservation" is this San Juan Mountains Association's biggest fundraiser of the year, supporting our education and stewardship efforts throughout the entire San Juan Mountain region. Each year we begin selling both local white fir (cut from the San Juan National Forest) and Wisconsin balsam first the day after Thanksgiving. Volunteers donate hundreds of hours to help cut trees, set up the lot, and sell the trees. Once again, SJMA will have a pop-up-shop alongside the tree sales on the weekends. We will have some fun stocking stuffers and gifts for everyone in the family. We'll also have some special guests visiting the tree lot on Noel Night (December 1st). Trees usually sell out by December 15th, so visit us early to get your perfect tree! Shop local and support stewardship and conservation education on Southwest Colorado's public lands!

Multiple excursions a day!    Check our website for specific times. Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly magical recreation of the classic holiday story, THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride. Climb aboard a vintage steam train as it departs our Durango Depot for the North Pole to pick up Santa Claus himself. Upon arriving at our depot, you'll be immersed in the story as our chefs serve you hot chocolates and sweet treats while the conductor recites a reading from the Polar Express book. After arriving at the North Pole, you'll enjoy an incredible light show set to holiday music. On the return trip to Durango, Santa will visit each coach and hand out the first gift of Christmas to each passenger.   First told in the award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, this is the story of a child's Christmas Eve journey. It was adapted to the big screen in 2003. And now it comes alive each year with THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride! All ages can enjoy the experience, warmth, and fun of the Christmas season on a special steam train trip to the North Pole! Certain dates and car types will sell quickly so you'll want to book soon to reserve your preferred seating!   THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is our most popular event of the year and is an annual holiday tradition for many riders. While the train excursion is roughly 65 minutes in duration, we recommend allowing 2 hours for the entire adventure so you can enjoy the full experience! The weather can be cold at the North Pole, so we recommend layering properly, even though all the cabins are heated aboard the train. As always, we recommend wearing pajamas to capture the Christmas spirit!

A Durango- local Americana/Bluegrass band that's been playing at the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years!