Events This Week

 Sunday, February 9th
Cutest Kids Contest
8:00am / Allison Ragsdale Photography
Dive into our 19th Annual Cutest Kids Contest!    Join us for a magical "Under the Sea" themed photoshoot. Dress your little ones (ages 0-5) as mermaids, scuba divers, or in bright ocean-inspired outfits.    For just $40 per child, you'll enjoy a 15-minute mini session, a $50 credit toward your order, and a chance to win amazing prizes.   Secure your spot now by scheduling online. Let's create unforgettable memories together!
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 alongside the beautiful Animas River while relaxing in heated coaches. Cascade Canyon is a destination like no other and is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities or a walk along the Animas River during your 60-minute layover. All trains have a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase.
Second Sunday Brunch
10:00am / Antlers on the Creek
Join us on the Second Sunday of every month from 10am- 2pm for a lavish brunch at Antlers on the Creek Bed and Breakfast.
Valentine's Market at Still Life Coffee
10:00am / Still Life Coffee
A pop-up market filled with seasonal specialties, like ceramics, plants, tarot readings, a photo booth, art prints, jewelry, gifts, and specialty handmade doughnuts! Come on by for a cuppa joe and check out the offerings from several different vendors!
Winter Wild Foods & Medicine Making Workshop
11:00am / Marija's kitchen/Osadha Natural Health, LLC
In this workshop, you'll learn what wild foods and medicines are available on the Western Slope during the winter, how to ethically harvest them, and how to prepare them. Get hands-on time in the kitchen preparing your own herbal medicine to take home and doing a group wild foods recipe that we'll share, while learning plant/mushroom uses, folklore, and a tiny bit of chemistry.
Soup for the Soul
11:30am / Participating Businesses
Enjoy a bowl of handcrafted soup at one of 16 participating restaurants, and $5 per bowl goes directly to Hospice of Mercy, helping provide compassionate end-of-life care in our community.   Want to make an even bigger impact? Grab a Soup for the Soul passport from Alpine Bank in downtown or Three Springs—get 5 punches and you'll be entered to win a fantastic gift basket!    Participating Restaurants:  • Mineshaft Bar & Grill at Glacier  • Prospector at Glacier  • Love n Juice at 11th Street Station  • Avalanche Bowl at 11th Street Station  • Backcountry Gourmet at The Nugget  • Backcountry Gourmet at 11th Street Station  • El Moro Spirits & Tavern  • East By Southwest  • Steamworks Brewing Co.  • The Bookcase & Barber  • The Mahogany Grille  • Seasons Rotisserie & Grill  • Ska Brewing  • Mama Silvia's  • Mercy Hospital  • The Roost   Join us in supporting this incredible cause—one bowl at a time!
Merely Players presents SWING STATE
2:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents SWING STATE An Unforgettable Contemporary Drama Tickets. $32-36
Board Game Day
2:00pm / Lola's Place
Unplug and play with us every Sunday afternoon! Our cozy cafe is your haven for delicious bites, sips, and board game delights! Bring your friends and family for a laid-back afternoon of good food, great company, and endless fun. Let the games begin!
Artist in Residence, Peter Miyamoto, Piano Concert
3:00pm / Fort Lewis College, Roshong Recital Hall
Pianist, Peter Miyamoto, will perform a piano concert at Fort Lewis College.
Funk Jam Sessions presented by Jimmy's Music & Supply
5:00pm / 11th Street Station
A jam session for funk, jazz and groove players with a rotating host of bands on the second Sunday of each month.   Hosted by Columbine Trio.
Charlie Henry
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 bassist for High Country Hustle and PJ Moon and the Swappers creates a diverse live looping set full of innovative originals, classic covers and wild improvisation.
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 only authentic western Saloon.The Blue Moon Ramblers are a Durango- local Americana/Bluegrass band. Join us in the Diamond Belle for the Blue Moon Ramblers!
 Monday, February 10th
Order a Singing Valentines with the Durango Barbershoppers
7:00am / Around La Plata County
Give them a Valentine's gift they'll never forget! A singing Valentine from the Durango Barbershoppers. An a cappella quartet will serenade your special someone with beautiful love songs, along with a flower and small box of chocolates. Great for lovers, family, friends, office staff, or anyone you'd like to recognize on Valentine's day. Only $50, with funds helping sustain Durango's oldest music and arts organization. Call Lisa at 303-506-6913 to reserve yours today!
Cutest Kids Contest
8:00am / Allison Ragsdale Photography
Dive into our 19th Annual Cutest Kids Contest!    Join us for a magical "Under the Sea" themed photoshoot. Dress your little ones (ages 0-5) as mermaids, scuba divers, or in bright ocean-inspired outfits.    For just $40 per child, you'll enjoy a 15-minute mini session, a $50 credit toward your order, and a chance to win amazing prizes.   Secure your spot now by scheduling online. Let's create unforgettable memories together!
Soup for the Soul
11:30am / Participating Businesses
Enjoy a bowl of handcrafted soup at one of 16 participating restaurants, and $5 per bowl goes directly to Hospice of Mercy, helping provide compassionate end-of-life care in our community.   Want to make an even bigger impact? Grab a Soup for the Soul passport from Alpine Bank in downtown or Three Springs—get 5 punches and you'll be entered to win a fantastic gift basket!    Participating Restaurants:  • Mineshaft Bar & Grill at Glacier  • Prospector at Glacier  • Love n Juice at 11th Street Station  • Avalanche Bowl at 11th Street Station  • Backcountry Gourmet at The Nugget  • Backcountry Gourmet at 11th Street Station  • El Moro Spirits & Tavern  • East By Southwest  • Steamworks Brewing Co.  • The Bookcase & Barber  • The Mahogany Grille  • Seasons Rotisserie & Grill  • Ska Brewing  • Mama Silvia's  • Mercy Hospital  • The Roost   Join us in supporting this incredible cause—one bowl at a time!
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 American popular music, including ragtime, early jazz, the Great American Songbook, and more. He holds a bachelor's in classical piano and a master's in musicology from the Peabody Conservatory of Johns Hopkins University. Although he is only twenty-five years old, Adam has been a featured performer and lecturer at ragtime and jazz festivals across the United States, and he is the only four-time winner of the World Championship Old-Time Piano Playing Contest. He made his New York debut in Carnegie Hall at the age of nineteen, where he performed with Michael Feinstein. Adam has performed at the Cinecon Classic Film Festival in Hollywood and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., as well as in Hungary and Switzerland. He has worked with such musicians as Toronto's John Arpin, former rock star Ian Whitcomb, and legendary 1950s recording artist Johnny Maddox, who is one of Adam's greatest influences. Adam performs every summer at the historic Strater Hotel in Durango, Colorado, where he is musical director of the new Durango Ragtime and Early Jazz Festival.
Monday Night Swing
7:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Brewery
Grab a drink and learn to dance!   Swing dance lesson 7pm, dance to swing & jazz music 8pm-close!   $10 cover pays for the lesson, social dance and a craft beer or special mocktail created just for us dancers!   Come early for the food and drink specials available to dancers Monday nights!   No partner required!
Comedy Open-Mic Mondays
8:00pm / The Starlight Lounge
Grab some drinks & join local comedians, first-timers, and storytellers every Monday for their newest jokes & material! Select shows will also feature comedy & improv games, roasts, & prizes.    Hosted by local comedian, Andy Mathews (IG: @durango.comedy)   The Starlight Lounge (IG: @starlight_lounge_dgo, FB: The Starlight Lounge) on Main features a limited food menu, full bar, and specialty cocktail menu.    Every Monday!  Sign-Up: 7pm  Show Start: 8pm   Free Event  21+ ID Required
 Tuesday, February 11th
Cutest Kids Contest
8:00am / Allison Ragsdale Photography
Dive into our 19th Annual Cutest Kids Contest!    Join us for a magical "Under the Sea" themed photoshoot. Dress your little ones (ages 0-5) as mermaids, scuba divers, or in bright ocean-inspired outfits.    For just $40 per child, you'll enjoy a 15-minute mini session, a $50 credit toward your order, and a chance to win amazing prizes.   Secure your spot now by scheduling online. Let's create unforgettable memories together!
Wee Read
11:00am / Sunnyside Library
Each Tuesday at 11am at Sunnyside Library. Stories, movement, and songs for 2-4 year olds and their caregivers.
Great Decisions Durango discussion group
11:30am / Durango Public Library
From 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. will meet to discuss "International Cooperation on Climate Change." Moderator Dick White will present background materials, show a video by the Foreign Policy Association, and lead the discussion. The public is invited to attend this free discussion, and participants are welcome to bring a sack lunch.
Soup for the Soul
11:30am / Participating Businesses
Enjoy a bowl of handcrafted soup at one of 16 participating restaurants, and $5 per bowl goes directly to Hospice of Mercy, helping provide compassionate end-of-life care in our community.   Want to make an even bigger impact? Grab a Soup for the Soul passport from Alpine Bank in downtown or Three Springs—get 5 punches and you'll be entered to win a fantastic gift basket!    Participating Restaurants:  • Mineshaft Bar & Grill at Glacier  • Prospector at Glacier  • Love n Juice at 11th Street Station  • Avalanche Bowl at 11th Street Station  • Backcountry Gourmet at The Nugget  • Backcountry Gourmet at 11th Street Station  • El Moro Spirits & Tavern  • East By Southwest  • Steamworks Brewing Co.  • The Bookcase & Barber  • The Mahogany Grille  • Seasons Rotisserie & Grill  • Ska Brewing  • Mama Silvia's  • Mercy Hospital  • The Roost   Join us in supporting this incredible cause—one bowl at a time!
Free Jewelry Repair Consultation
2:30pm / Beads & Beyond
Come in every Tuesday from 2:30pm-4pm with a piece of jewelry that is broken that you'd love to be able to wear again. We will talk to you about what you need to do to repair it - whether it's DIY or you'd like us to do the repair.   Bring new life to old jewelry!
Durango Independent Film Festival Beer Release Party
5:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
Celebrating the Durango Independent Film Festival's 20th Anniversary! Join us Tuesday, February 11th at 5pm as we release the official DIFF beer of 2025. Mountain Berry Blonde Ale brewed with Honey.
Boost Your Business: Lower Taxes & build wealth
5:30pm / R-Space Coworking Space
Learn how to reduce taxes, boost your cash flow, and create a retirement plan built to last!   This FREE workshop is packed with actionable insights to help you grow your business, protect your assets, and achieve financial freedom—all while making your retirement litigation-proof.   Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just getting started, you'll leave with practical strategies you can apply right away. Secure your financial future and take your business to the next level!
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 Places Possibilities & Grey Matters) are available through Apple Music, YouTube and Spotify. He has been the guitarist for The Assortment since 2006, playing a wide variety of popular songs from the 1930's on into the 21st century, as well as many original compositions. Jason also performs solo and, for two years, appeared weekly at the Far View Lodge in Mesa Verde National Park. He has lived in Austin, TX and Nashville, TN-performing at many popular venues that include The Bluebird Cafe, Cactus Cafe, Hotel Indigo, Douglas Corner, The Hideout, Ruta Maya and others. Currently Jason appears regularly at the historic Diamond Belle Saloon in Durango. His 5th album-Ruff Stuff From Chicken Flats-was released last year. To hear his music and learn about upcoming shows visit: https://www.reverbnation.com/jasonthies
Compass Points: Navigating Community Resources Speaker Series
6:00pm / Sunnyside Library
This month's topic is Smartphone 101. Learn some smartphone basics and get help with your device. Help with both Apple and Android devices will be available.
Merely Players presents SWING STATE
7:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents SWING STATE An Unforgettable Contemporary Drama Tickets. $32-36
 Wednesday, February 12th
Cutest Kids Contest
8:00am / Allison Ragsdale Photography
Dive into our 19th Annual Cutest Kids Contest!    Join us for a magical "Under the Sea" themed photoshoot. Dress your little ones (ages 0-5) as mermaids, scuba divers, or in bright ocean-inspired outfits.    For just $40 per child, you'll enjoy a 15-minute mini session, a $50 credit toward your order, and a chance to win amazing prizes.   Secure your spot now by scheduling online. Let's create unforgettable memories together!
Soup for the Soul
11:30am / Participating Businesses
Enjoy a bowl of handcrafted soup at one of 16 participating restaurants, and $5 per bowl goes directly to Hospice of Mercy, helping provide compassionate end-of-life care in our community.   Want to make an even bigger impact? Grab a Soup for the Soul passport from Alpine Bank in downtown or Three Springs—get 5 punches and you'll be entered to win a fantastic gift basket!    Participating Restaurants:  • Mineshaft Bar & Grill at Glacier  • Prospector at Glacier  • Love n Juice at 11th Street Station  • Avalanche Bowl at 11th Street Station  • Backcountry Gourmet at The Nugget  • Backcountry Gourmet at 11th Street Station  • El Moro Spirits & Tavern  • East By Southwest  • Steamworks Brewing Co.  • The Bookcase & Barber  • The Mahogany Grille  • Seasons Rotisserie & Grill  • Ska Brewing  • Mama Silvia's  • Mercy Hospital  • The Roost   Join us in supporting this incredible cause—one bowl at a time!
SKA Pint Night!
4:00pm / Lola's Place
Come to Lola's Place to enjoy a SKA beer and keep the SKA pint glass!   Cheers!
Charcuterie Creations - Valentine's Class
5:00pm / Lost Goat Tavern in Gem Village
Come Charcuterie with us and make a Valentine's Day Masterpiece!   This class is fun to do with friends and family, or as a team bonding with your colleagues. You will gain lasting charcuterie skills you can use to wow your future guests, and at the end of class you will have a Valentine's Day Charcuterie Board to take home and celebrate with your special someone!   Limited Space available!   No tools, knowledge or skills required - just your creativity!   What you'll get:  *Heart Shaped Bamboo Cutting Board  *Fine cheeses, charcuterie and all additional accompaniments for creating the perfect New Year's Eve Board  *Step-by-step guidance in creating a charcuterie board led by your Graze Colorado Team  *Each guest will be able to take their beautiful completed charcuterie boards home to enjoy with their friends and family   Please Note:  For Ages 21+ Only  One Ticket per Person  No Refunds or Transfers
Internet Safety for Parents
5:00pm / ELHI Community Center
Are you a parent or caregiver interested in learning about internet safety? Our upcoming workshop might be for you. Meet with Chris Brown from La Plata Youth Services and learn some valuable skills around screen time and technology use from a trained professional.    This is an opportunity for parents of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to come together to connect and learn. All are welcome and we encourage you to bring a friend!   Dinner and childcare provided- RSVP to let us know your needs! For this event we are partnering with Ignite Gymnastics at the ELHI to offer a free youth class while parents participate in the workshop! Kids can be dropped off at Ignite at 5:00, dinner begins at 5:15pm and the workshop will start at 5:30pm.
Galentines Flower Bar
5:30pm / Adela Flora
Join us for Adela Three price points to choose from.... all blooms are provided along with light refreshments. Bring all the friends and learn to design florals!
Debt-Free in 9 Years: Build Wealth Now
5:30pm / R-Space Coworking Space
Discover how to eliminate debt and build wealth simultaneously!   In this FREE workshop, you'll learn a proven strategy to tackle all types of debt—whether it's student loans, car payments, or mortgages—while setting yourself up for long-term financial success.   We'll show you how to:  - Pay off debt faster without sacrificing your lifestyle  - Get multiple uses out of every dollar you earn  - Use your dollars more efficiently to create lasting wealth  - Take control of your financial future with confidence   No matter where you're starting from, this workshop will empower you with tools and knowledge to break free from debt, maximize the impact of your money, and achieve your financial goals. Don't miss out!
Alpine Bank Full Moon Howler
6:00pm / Durango Nordic Center
One way to beat the darkness of this time of year is to get outside and enjoy it! Experience the alpine glow of the Twilight Peaks and the rise of the full moon as you sip a warm beverage by the bonfire or go for an evening ski or snowshoe. This is an event for the whole family. Thanks to Alpine Bank, our Sustaining Sponsor for this favorite community event!    San Juan Mountains Association will be leading 60-90 minute guided snowshoe hikes at each of our Howlers. Hikes leave just after 6 pm from the Nordic Center.
Writers & Scribblers Writing Group
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
W&S is a group for writers of all kinds to learn, practice, and share the art and craft of writing. Our main purpose is to try to help each other through the maze of things you must do as writers; from writing to editing and on to publishing and marketing your books, short stories, essays, or anything else. Discussion topics will vary and sometimes repeat depending upon the needs of the members at the time.
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 Jennings, Merle Haggard, John Prine, Guy Clark, and the list goes on. He loves gigging and we certainly love that he enjoys The Strater Hotel's venues.
Guys Who Give Quarterly Impact Event
6:00pm / Lola's Place
We invite you to become part of Guys Who Give - Four Corners! A dynamic and inspired group of local men who are interested in making a meaningful impact right here in our local community. We come from all walks of life and varying financial backgrounds. We realize that individually it is challenging to make a significant difference - but as a group we have the ability to contribute to the growth and health of our communities in ways we never thought possible!
Guys Who Give
6:00pm / Lolas Place
Guys Who Give (GWG) is a group of driven men on a mission to inspire change! Every quarter, we rally together, each contributing $100 to support a local non-profit. The best part? Every charity serves our own community, so we can actually see the impact that's made. Come to Lola's Place and be the change!
Painting Party - Love 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 paint along. Drink & snack options available for purchase.
San Juan Basin Archaeological Society meeting and presentation
7:00pm / Fort Lewis Collage Lyceum
The San Juan Basin Archaeological Society invites the public to a presentation in the Lyceum at the Center of Southwest Studies and on Zoom on Wednesday, February 12th at 7:00 pm. At 6:30 we will have social time. Then after a brief business meeting, we will have a presentation by Dr. Michael Mathiowetz who is currently is a research assistant at the Getty Research Institute. Dr. Mathiowetz will discuss "The Keepers of Tradition: Clown Societies in the Casas Grandes and Puebloan Worlds". For log-in information go to SJBAS.ORG   Clowns are distinctive participants in public ritualism in the Puebloan world. Often characterized as irreverent buffoons who are models for proper and improper social, moral, and ethical behavior, clowns are quite complex beings with integral roles in governance, katsina ritualism, medicine societies, and the agricultural cycle. This presentation examines archaeological and ethnological data from the U.S. Southwest and northwest Mexico along with iconographic analyses to identify clowning traditions among the Casas Grandes culture in Chihuahua, Mexico. Clown societies in the Casas Grandes region appear to be absent during the Viejo period (AD 700-1200) but appear during the Medio period (AD 1200-1450) as an aspect of solar and agricultural ritualism that may predate the development of Puebloan clown societies during the Pueblo IV period. The identification of clowns as an aspect of "Sun Youth" ritualism sheds light on Casas Grandes governance, hierarchy, cosmology, and cultural disjunction and highlights Indigenous oral histories that connect various Puebloan tribal groups to Paquimé.   Biographical Statement: Michael D. Mathiowetz earned a Ph.D. in Anthropology at UC Riverside in 2011 and currently is a research assistant at the Getty Research Institute. His research focuses on questions of cultural change, the dynamic social networks that connected societies in Mesoamerica, west Mexico, and the U.S. Southwest/Mexican Northwest, and the legacies of these interactions among descendant communities. He has conducted fieldwork in the Aztatlán and Casas Grandes regions of west and northwest Mexico and museum and archival research on legacy collections for over two decades. He has published through British Archaeological Reports, Dumbarton Oaks, El Colegio de Michoacán, Harvard University Press/C.H. Beck, University of Arizona Press, University of Utah Press, Journal of the Southwest, Journal of Archaeological Research, Kiva, and others. He co-edited Flower Worlds: Religion, Aesthetics, and Ideology in Mesoamerica and the American Southwest (with Andrew D. Turner, 2021) and Reassessing the Aztatlán World: Ethnogenesis and Cultural Continuity in Northwest Mesoamerica (with John M. D. Pohl, 2024).
 Thursday, February 13th
Soup for the Soul
11:30am / Participating Businesses
Enjoy a bowl of handcrafted soup at one of 16 participating restaurants, and $5 per bowl goes directly to Hospice of Mercy, helping provide compassionate end-of-life care in our community.   Want to make an even bigger impact? Grab a Soup for the Soul passport from Alpine Bank in downtown or Three Springs—get 5 punches and you'll be entered to win a fantastic gift basket!    Participating Restaurants:  • Mineshaft Bar & Grill at Glacier  • Prospector at Glacier  • Love n Juice at 11th Street Station  • Avalanche Bowl at 11th Street Station  • Backcountry Gourmet at The Nugget  • Backcountry Gourmet at 11th Street Station  • El Moro Spirits & Tavern  • East By Southwest  • Steamworks Brewing Co.  • The Bookcase & Barber  • The Mahogany Grille  • Seasons Rotisserie & Grill  • Ska Brewing  • Mama Silvia's  • Mercy Hospital  • The Roost   Join us in supporting this incredible cause—one bowl at a time!
Galentine Mini's 2025
1:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks
Please join us between 1pm-6pm for a fun portrait session celebrating your relationship(s).   Despite its name, anyone and everyone can celebrate Galentine's Day. At its gooey heart, Galentine's Day is a celebration of friendship. Like the holiday it precedes, it's a day dedicated to showing the most important people in your life how much you care about them. It's corny. It's cheesy. And that's what makes it great.   So, get dolled up, grab a glass of bubbles, and shower your best friend(s), partner, coworkers, etc with love.   $149 covers the session and your favorite 10 digital images. You can always order more images. You can also add on a stunning floral arrangement from Adela Floral for $125 at checkout. EsoTerra's bubbly wine will be available during the event at the very special price of only $9/glass. Charcuterie, sandwiches, cider and desserts will also be available for purchase during the event.
Sip & Stitch - Craft and wine Thursdays!
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...
Crafternoons: Matchbox crafts
4:00pm / Durango Public Library
Come make charming matchbox gifts, personalize a matchbox for your hearth or bathroom, create a tiny shadowbox, or build drawers to organize your tiny miscellanies. For adults only. This is bilingual event (Spanish/English).
Wine & History Walk
5:00pm / Downtown Durango
Come hang out with us for an unforgettable Galentine's night! Kick off the Galentine's Wine and History tour with your gals at Four Leaves Winery for your first tasting. Dive into some history and head over to Eso Terra for award-winning charcuterie boards and your second tasting. You'll even get to meet the folks behind their awesome cider and wine.    But wait, there's more! You and your ladies will continue the adventure at the cozy Durango Winery for your final tasting. As a parting gift, we'll hook you up with a wine walking glass and some local goodies. Don't forget to rock your fanciest hat—the best one scores a gift card to a local boutique. Enjoy this fabulous evening without worrying about splitting the bill or tipping. Just sit back, relax, and have a blast with great company.   Includes: 3 wine tastings, charcuterie board, history tour, gift bag, prizes and fun!
Estate Planning 101
5:30pm / Durango Public Library
This program is lead by Karina Guerrero of Foundational Wealth Partners. In this session, we'll break down the magic of estate planning and show you how it can protect your assets, provide for your family, and even help you pass assets to loved ones tax-free. We'll cover everything from trusts to healthcare directives, giving you the tools to create a plan that's perfect for you. Come ready to learn, ask questions, and walk away feeling empowered about your financial future!    PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Andrew Schuhmann
6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium
Andrew Schuhmann is the San Juanderer, a roaming singer/songwriter and acoustic cover artist celebrating a restlessness in spirit, yet satisfaction with place among the beautiful San Juan mountains. Often described by fans and venues alike as "refreshing!" the San Juanderer is known for his powerful yet emotive baritone, lyrical storytelling, and a repertoire that transcends genres. Whether you're a fan of nostalgic 90's, classic rock, or Americana hits, the San Juanderer promises an evening filled with foot-stomping rhythms, evocative originals, and beloved favorites to satisfy any musical palette. Follow the journey at theSanJuanderer.com
Tim Sullivan
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Tim Sullivan, singer/songwriter, has been a featured performer with Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette, and Glen Campbell. He has entertained at venues across the country from "The Crazy Horse" in Los Angeles to "Town Hall" on Broadway in New York City. Tim and his band have been featured at the Olympic Equestrian Center in Sydney, Australia and also at the World Equestrian Games in Lexington, Kentucky. Tim and his family have performed in concert at "Carnegie Hall" four different times. The last performance at Carnegie Hall was featured on NBC's "Today Show" and NBC's Nightly News. To learn more, visit timsullivanmusician.com
Colin Nevins performs
6:00pm / Animas Trading Company
Singer songwriter performs folk, country blues! See you there!
Wedding Workshop
6:00pm / Lola's Place
February is a time to celebrate love—particularly if you're in the process of planning a wedding! Join us at Lola's Place every Thursday at 6 p.m. this month for workshops presented by an expert local wedding planner.    $15 per class   Start bringing your wedding dreams to life—text us at 970-769-2103 to save your seat for these fun and helpful workshops!
Painting Party - Sweethearts Floral
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 paint along. Drink & snack options available for purchase.
Merely Players presents SWING STATE
7:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents SWING STATE An Unforgettable Contemporary Drama Tickets. $32-36
Open Mic Night
7:00pm / Tangled Horn
Open Mic every Thursday! Hosted by Ryan Blundell and Galen Clark.    Sign up starts at 6PM.
Brett Dennen 8th Annual Lift Series - Night One
8:00pm / Animas City Theatre
$38 / $40 / 21+ No Exceptions  8 Max tickets per House Hold  Standing Room Only / Limited First Come First Serve Seating in the balcony   Brett Dennen's beloved Lift Series is back this winter. In its eight year, the annual tour visits a handful of Brett's favorite ski towns. When asked why Brett continues to play winters in the mountains, he responds, "Because mountainpeople are my favorite people. They know the secret to making the best kind of community that is centered around their love of the mountains and stoke. It gives me a chance to connect with amazing people and ski in some thrilling and maybe even some dangerous terrain. It is a source of inspiration for me to be a better person and make more music." The concerts will be intimate solo acoustic sets of songs and stories that are sure to be heartwarming and funny.
 Friday, February 14th
Durango Barbershoppers Singing Valentines
7:00am / Around La Plata County
Give them a Valentine's gift they'll never forget! A singing Valentine from the Durango Barbershoppers. An a cappella quartet will serenade your special someone with beautiful love songs, along with a flower and small box of chocolates. Great for lovers, family, friends, office staff, or anyone you'd like to recognize on Valentine's day. Only $50, with funds helping sustain Durango's oldest music and arts organization. Call Lisa at 303-506-6913 to reserve yours today!
Winter Bike to Work Day
7:00am / Various Locations
Join the city of Durango in celebrating sustainable transportation with Winter Bike to Work Day 2025! Bike, walk, carpool, roll or ride Durango Transit to multiple stations throughout Durango.   Stations:  Winter Bike to Work Day stations are listed below. Enjoy free coffee/tea and treats (while supplies lasts), and chat about clean commuting.   Fort Lewis College Environmental Center   Student Union  8:00-11:00 a.m.   Backcountry Experience and The Powerhouse  Iris Park  7:00 - 9:00 a.m.   Durango Sustainable Goods  680 C Main Ave  8:00 - 10:00 a.m.   Rocky Mountain High  120 E 36th St.   8:00 - 10:00 a.m.   Durango Tool Library and Café Amor   150 Mercury Village Dr  7:00 - 9:00 a.m.   Studio & Gallery  1027 Main Ave  7:00 - 9:00 a.m.
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 alongside the beautiful Animas River while relaxing in heated coaches. Cascade Canyon is a destination like no other and is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities or a walk along the Animas River during your 60-minute layover. All trains have a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase.
Romance On The Rails
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Celebrate Valentine's Day, as you experience turn-of-the-century ambiance with your loved one onboard a historic narrow gauge train as we travel along the Animas River. Enjoy a beautiful day riding the vintage train through the pristine wilderness to Cascade Canyon. All cars will be decorated with special Valentine flair!&   Special "Love Basket*" available for purchase for those 21 and older.   Please call 1-888-872-4607 for more information.
Soup for the Soul
11:30am / Participating Businesses
Enjoy a bowl of handcrafted soup at one of 16 participating restaurants, and $5 per bowl goes directly to Hospice of Mercy, helping provide compassionate end-of-life care in our community.   Want to make an even bigger impact? Grab a Soup for the Soul passport from Alpine Bank in downtown or Three Springs—get 5 punches and you'll be entered to win a fantastic gift basket!    Participating Restaurants:  • Mineshaft Bar & Grill at Glacier  • Prospector at Glacier  • Love n Juice at 11th Street Station  • Avalanche Bowl at 11th Street Station  • Backcountry Gourmet at The Nugget  • Backcountry Gourmet at 11th Street Station  • El Moro Spirits & Tavern  • East By Southwest  • Steamworks Brewing Co.  • The Bookcase & Barber  • The Mahogany Grille  • Seasons Rotisserie & Grill  • Ska Brewing  • Mama Silvia's  • Mercy Hospital  • The Roost   Join us in supporting this incredible cause—one bowl at a time!
Kurdish Storytelling Through Song
1:00pm / Fort Lewis College, Theatre Mainstage
A collaborative event between the Boarders and Languages, Music, and Theatre Department at Fort Lewis College.
Secret Circus Society Presents "Seduction of the Senses" - Early Show
5:30pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center
This Valentine's Night, dive into the provocative world of Seduction of the Senses—a multi-sensory immersive burlesque circus experience that takes you on a thrilling journey through all seven senses, igniting desire, fantasy, and connection. V.I.P patrons will receive hors d'oeuvres, drinks and dessert prepared by gourmet chef Cliff Bornheim. Plus you can warm your hearts knowing that part of the proceeds will benefit SASO a local sexual assault resource and iAM MUSIC. Don't miss out on this thrilling, sensual journey!   Early Show: 5:00 Doors - 5:30 Showtime   LATE SHOW :: 8:00 DOORS - 8:30 SHOW Text 231.330.4992 to pay with cash or venmo or with questions.   Full Beverage Bar provided by and benefiting iAM MUSIC.   18+ to attend. Content may or may not be family friendly.   GA standing room : $35 (+2 ticket fee)    GA seated : $40 (+2 ticket fee)   VIP: $100 includes hors d'oeuvres, drinks, & dessert prepared by executive level gourmet chef Cliff Bornheim. Front row seat is at a shared table for two. (+ $5 ticket fee)   Tickets go up by $10 day of the event.   No refunds   If you would like to sponsor our creativity or be a vendor please message us at our IG or FB page at Secret Circus Society or email thesecretcircussociety@gmail.com
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 performance. Dustin grew up in Pennsylvania and started performing in 1997 at small house parties. He since has performed all over the country and now performs all over the four corners! Learn more: www.dustinburley.com
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!
Galen Clark Duo Valentine's Serenade
6:00pm / Public House 701
A Valentine's Serenade you won't want to miss!
Couples Painting Party - Winged Heart
6:30pm / Picasso & Vino
Bring a partner & paint 2 canvases to make one piece of art! Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own collaborative masterpiece! Everything's included for you to paint along. Drink & snack options available for purchase.
Wine 101 - Valentines Day Edition
6:30pm / EsoTerra
Love, Laughs, & Wine - A Valentine's Day Event!    Join us this Valentine's Day for an unforgettable night of Wine 101 with a Twist! Whether you're a wine newbie or a seasoned sipper, this event is perfect for couples, singles, and everyone in between.   Learn the basics of wine without any of the snobbery! Our expert (and hilarious) founder of EsoTerra will guide you through the fundamentals of wine tasting, pairing, and all those fancy terms you've heard but never quite understood.   Laugh out loud as we turn wine education into a comedy show! Expect some cheeky humor, quirky facts, and maybe even a few grape puns.   Sip, savor, and share with your loved one or make new friends over a glass (or two) of perfectly paired wines and a selection of delectable treats.   Tickets: $55 per person (includes wine tastings and Food Pairing)   Come for the wine, stay for the laughs, and leave with a heart full of love and a head full of wine knowledge. Book your spot now—because nothing says "I love you" like telling your parter that you are "fer-meant-to-be!"
San Juan Circus presents Cupid's Cabaret
7:00pm / The Subterrain
San Juan Circus welcomes you to Cupid's Cabaret! Join us for a night of love and seduction at The Subterrain. Get ready to be swept off your feet with our lineup of talented vixens. From burlesque performers to dancers to acrobats, we have it all!    Grab your friends, your date, or come solo - everyone is welcome to enjoy the show. Drink specials. Only 100 tickets available! Stay for the dance party featuring DJ Vanny Vance.
Merely Players presents SWING STATE
7:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents SWING STATE An Unforgettable Contemporary Drama Tickets. $32-36
Standup vs Improv
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Join us for a Valentine's Evening extravaganza as the Lower Left improv squad and local standup comedians duke it out on the DAC stage! Improvisers will do standup. Standups will improvise. Merry mayhem will ensue!
Valentines Silent Disco
7:00pm / 11th Street Station
Grab your roses and your best dancing shoes because Winter Bike to Work Day is going romantic for 2025. Join us for a Valentines themed silent disco and appetizers celebrating clean commuting and the love it inspires.
Brett Dennen 8th Annual Lift Series - Night Two
8:00pm / Animas City Theatre
$38 / $40 / 21+ No Exceptions  8 Max tickets per House Hold  Standing Room Only / Limited First Come First Serve Seating in the balcony   Brett Dennen's beloved Lift Series is back this winter. In its eight year, the annual tour visits a handful of Brett's favorite ski towns. When asked why Brett continues to play winters in the mountains, he responds, "Because mountainpeople are my favorite people. They know the secret to making the best kind of community that is centered around their love of the mountains and stoke. It gives me a chance to connect with amazing people and ski in some thrilling and maybe even some dangerous terrain. It is a source of inspiration for me to be a better person and make more music." The concerts will be intimate solo acoustic sets of songs and stories that are sure to be heartwarming and funny.
Secret Circus Society Presents "Seduction of the Senses" - Late Show
8:30pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center
This Valentine's Night, dive into the provocative world of Seduction of the Senses—a multi-sensory immersive burlesque circus experience that takes you on a thrilling journey through all seven senses, igniting desire, fantasy, and connection. V.I.P patrons will receive hors d'oeuvres, drinks and dessert prepared by gourmet chef Cliff Bornheim. Plus you can warm your hearts knowing that part of the proceeds will benefit SASO a local sexual assault resource and iAM MUSIC. Don't miss out on this thrilling, sensual journey!   Late Show: 8:00 Doors - 8:30 Showtime   Text 231.330.4992 to pay with cash or venmo or with questions.   Full Beverage Bar provided by and benefiting iAM MUSIC.   18+ to attend. Content may or may not be family friendly.   GA standing room : $35 (+2 ticket fee)    GA seated : $40 (+2 ticket fee)   VIP: $100 includes hors d'oeuvres, drinks, & dessert prepared by executive level gourmet chef Cliff Bornheim. Front row seat is at a shared table for two. (+ $5 ticket fee)   Tickets go up by $10 day of the event.   No refunds   If you would like to sponsor our creativity or be a vendor please message us at our IG or FB page at Secret Circus Society or email thesecretcircussociety@gmail.com
 Saturday, February 15th
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 alongside the beautiful Animas River while relaxing in heated coaches. Cascade Canyon is a destination like no other and is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities or a walk along the Animas River during your 60-minute layover. All trains have a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase.
Romance On The Rails
9:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Celebrate Valentine's Day, as you experience turn-of-the-century ambiance with your loved one onboard a historic narrow gauge train as we travel along the Animas River. Enjoy a beautiful day riding the vintage train through the pristine wilderness to Cascade Canyon. All cars will be decorated with special Valentine flair!&   Special "Love Basket*" available for purchase for those 21 and older.   Please call 1-888-872-4607 for more information.
English Conversation Circle
10:00am / Durango Public Library
English speaking practice for adult English learners of all levels. All languages and cultures welcome. Learn about your community, make new friends, and share experiences
Skijoring
10:00am / Silverton Blair Street
Presented by The Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Gloden Block Brewery & Grand Imperial Hotel is comprised of a single horse typically guided by an insane person occasionally called a cowboy, cowgirl or a rider, pulling a crazy person on skis who simply hangs onto a tow rope in a manner similar to water skiing but at 35-45+ mph racing through Historic Downtown Silverton Colorado on Notorious Blair Street covered in snow while attempting to get the fastest time with the skier trying to fly over jumps and catch rings on a baton while not crashing and burning!
Valentines Fused Glass Workshop
11:00am / Sun Sapphires
Celebrate love and creativity this Valentine's Day after with a fun and unique workshop at Sun Sapphires! Join us to create your very own fused glass masterpiece—choose from a 5" heart, square, or circle. Whether you design something to hang as a beautiful keepsake or shape it into a charming dish, your creation will be a one-of-a-kind expression of your style. Perfect for a date, a fun outing with friends, or a solo creative escape, this workshop is open to all skill levels. Let your imagination shine and take home a piece of art that's as special as the memories you'll make!
Valentines Fused Glass Workshop
2:00pm / Sun Sapphires
Celebrate love and creativity this Valentine's Day after with a fun and unique workshop at Sun Sapphires! Join us to create your very own fused glass masterpiece—choose from a 5" heart, square, or circle. Whether you design something to hang as a beautiful keepsake or shape it into a charming dish, your creation will be a one-of-a-kind expression of your style. Perfect for a date, a fun outing with friends, or a solo creative escape, this workshop is open to all skill levels. Let your imagination shine and take home a piece of art that's as special as the memories you'll make!
Snowcat Dining Excursion
4:00pm / The Powderhouse & Pitchfork Pub at Purgatory Resort
That’s right, we are back again! Spectacular views, a unique mountaintop culinary experience, and an enclosed snowcat ride, all in one! After your snowcat ride viewing the alpenglow of the Needles Mountains, our Executive Chef will have a mouth-watering five-course meal and divine entrees crafted to perfection. The only guests in the restaurant will be those who arrive by snowcat, providing an intimate and exciting feel.
Paint Your Partner
5:00pm / The Subterrain
Paint Party! Bring anyone with you and paint each other's portraits. Cost includes all supplies, a canvas to take home and one drink each. Please note this is NOT an instructional class. All ability levels encouraged to participate.
Jackson Martin Live
5:00pm / Four Leaves Winery
Guitar Instrumentals including Jazz/Rock and blues in a laid back setting with great wine.
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 American popular music, including ragtime, early jazz, the Great American Songbook, and more. He holds a bachelor's in classical piano and a master's in musicology from the Peabody Conservatory of Johns Hopkins University. Although he is only twenty-five years old, Adam has been a featured performer and lecturer at ragtime and jazz festivals across the United States, and he is the only four-time winner of the World Championship Old-Time Piano Playing Contest. He made his New York debut in Carnegie Hall at the age of nineteen, where he performed with Michael Feinstein. Adam has performed at the Cinecon Classic Film Festival in Hollywood and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., as well as in Hungary and Switzerland. He has worked with such musicians as Toronto's John Arpin, former rock star Ian Whitcomb, and legendary 1950s recording artist Johnny Maddox, who is one of Adam's greatest influences. Adam performs every summer at the historic Strater Hotel in Durango, Colorado, where he is musical director of the new Durango Ragtime and Early Jazz Festival.
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 "Rocky Mountain Soul Music". Matt is also a current and founding member of the Durango, Colorado based jam band Red Eyed Djinn. Matt performs his own music as well as an eclectic mix of favorites. His solo act features a variety of styles ranging from Country to Reggae, from Rock to Blues, to Motown, Soul and Funk. Matt also utilizes a looper in his solo shows to help create rhythms, melodies, and harmonies that blanket the sonic landscape with colorful sounds and inventive improvisations. Matt has spent years honing his style and playing in bands and has toured the country and Mexico with the Americana outfit and Tempe, Arizona based D.L. Marble Band. He also had the privilege of recording two studio albums in the D.L. Marble Band with producer Eric Ambel (formerly of Joan Jett and the Blackhearts) in his NYC studio Cowboy Technical Services and working with producer Rob Hill in L.A.
Merely Players presents SWING STATE
7:00pm / Merely Underground
Merely Players presents SWING STATE An Unforgettable Contemporary Drama Tickets. $32-36
YES, NO, MAYBE
7:00pm / Tangled Horn
Join us for some live music, excellent food and tasty beverages.
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