Events This Week

Be Part of the Conversation! At the heart of La Plata County's economic pulse, these gatherings are the most significant meetings in the county, fostering a dynamic space where business leaders, government officials, and visionaries unite to shape the future of our thriving community.   Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for our Membership Meetings, where innovation meets collaboration.   Doors open at 7:30 for food, coffee, and networking. Guests and visitors are welcome! The La Plata Economic Development Alliance is a non-profit dedicated to enabling La Plata County to be one of the most vital, vibrant communities in the country to live, work, learn, and play.

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains 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 layover in the historic mining town of Silverton to enjoy the sights, shopping, food, and libations that Silverton offers. We've been in continuous operation running trains on this 45-mile branch of the original Denver & Rio Grande Railway since 1882. Much of the scenery remains unchanged since those historic days. Soak in the views, listen as the steam whistle echoes through the canyon, hear the vintage locomotive work to pull the train up the grades. If you long to unwind and enjoy Colorado nature at its finest, this is the trip for you.   More About This Excursion  Departing from the Durango Depot, this unforgettable trip takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River on your way to the historic mining town of Silverton.   There will be up to two steam departures depending on the date. The Silverton Steam Train departs daily at 9:00AM 5/4/24-10/26/24 and 9:45 AM 8/30/24-10/12/24.   Diesel Excursions run 5/21/24-10/12/24. The Silverton Diesel Train departs at 8:15AM daily.   On all of these train excursions, you will experience the iconic Horseshoe Curve, High Bridge and all of the Animas River Gorge including all of the spectacular views from the High Line. These trains include a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase. Click here to see the concession menu.   Skyway Tour (bus/train or train/bus) service options are available for the 2024 Silverton summer season excursions.   There will be two bus departures available daily beginning May 21, 2024 running through October 12, 2024.   The first deluxe motor coach departs Durango at 9:30am and arrives at Silverton at 11:00am. It then departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The second deluxe motor coach departs from Durango at 10:15am and arrives in Silverton at 11:45am. It departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The bus service is available 7 days a week May 21 through October 12th. (no bus service on May 25)

Next in the continuing free series at Durango Senior Center, we will talk about ways to avoid someone taking your decision-making abilities away through guardianship. Please join us!

In these book clubs, there is no required reading, join us to discuss Ramona's works, writing style, research, and more. Ramona is a Diné (Navajo) writer and filmmaker. Her first novel, SHUTTER, was long-listed for a National Book Award. Tea and snacks provided. Register online at durangogov.org/library to attend.

Come chill out on the Lola's Place patio and enjoy live music from Nina and Dan! This local duo covers a variety of musical genre's from the past 50 years. Featured songs by artists from Frank Sinatra to Fleetwood Mac, Winehouse and anything in between!

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!

A weekly Tuesday night mountain bike ride at Twin Buttes for those looking to blow off some steam after work. All mountain bike levels are welcome to join both the riding & the friendly chatter to follow in the main trailhead parking lot (to the west of the Speedway gas station).

Seed Studio is excited to welcome back Nolan McPherson to our studio this October to share his knowledge about handbuilding through demonstration and hands-on learning.    Nolan, an up-and-coming ceramic artist, is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Studio Art and Art K-12 Education as well as president of the Ceramics Club at Fort Lewis College. This past summer he interned with Durango's Lorna Meaden.    Students will learn to work with clay, using foundational construction techniques with coils and slabs to handbuild bowls, mugs, vases, boxes, and tiles. If you have something special in mind to make, let Nolan know!   Tuition includes all clay, tools, glaze, and firing. Finished fired pieces will be available for pick up after the session. There is no wheel throwing offered in this class.

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.

Sean grew up playing many different instruments, none of which has fascinated him as much as the guitar. He began playing guitar in 2001 in Ojai, CA, and since then it has brought him many friends and fine experiences. When he plays, he tries to provide a landscape for both himself and the audience to inhabit, so that everyone feels the same. His influences range from traditional Celtic music to blues, country western to Norah Jones, Bob Seger to English choral music. Guns 'N Roses to Sharon Jones. Join Sean in The Office!

In this fun-filled adult class, enjoy a glass of wine or other adult beverage, be exposed to variety of tips, tricks and techniques, as you create a One-of-a-Kind Painting of Fall Leaves and Lanscapes!All supplies, laughter, beverage and an exceptional teacher, Mike Scieszka, are included in this very special class.

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

The Community Foundation's Making a Difference Speaker Series is a fundraiser designed to inspire conversation, prompt action, and bring a new perspective on an important community topic. We have welcomed columnists, adventurers, entertainers, and changemakers. We have been moved by their inspirational stories, challenged by their thoughtful analysis, and prompted to deepen our impact in Southwest Colorado.   We are are proud to present Elizabeth Smart and her inspirational story of perseverance in the face of unimaginable traumatic experience. Abducted at age 14 from her bedroom while her family slept in the house and held prisoner for nine grueling months. Surviving, and now thriving as an advocate, Smart shows us that it is possible not only to overcome extreme adversity and take control of your future, but also to light the way for others.   The Community Foundation serving Southwest Colorado facilitates the growth and effectiveness of philanthropic contributions and expands the culture of giving to meet the needs of our communities. We envision a generous, vibrant and inclusive Southwest Colorado with opportunities for all to thrive.

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains 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 layover in the historic mining town of Silverton to enjoy the sights, shopping, food, and libations that Silverton offers. We've been in continuous operation running trains on this 45-mile branch of the original Denver & Rio Grande Railway since 1882. Much of the scenery remains unchanged since those historic days. Soak in the views, listen as the steam whistle echoes through the canyon, hear the vintage locomotive work to pull the train up the grades. If you long to unwind and enjoy Colorado nature at its finest, this is the trip for you.   More About This Excursion  Departing from the Durango Depot, this unforgettable trip takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River on your way to the historic mining town of Silverton.   There will be up to two steam departures depending on the date. The Silverton Steam Train departs daily at 9:00AM 5/4/24-10/26/24 and 9:45 AM 8/30/24-10/12/24.   Diesel Excursions run 5/21/24-10/12/24. The Silverton Diesel Train departs at 8:15AM daily.   On all of these train excursions, you will experience the iconic Horseshoe Curve, High Bridge and all of the Animas River Gorge including all of the spectacular views from the High Line. These trains include a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase. Click here to see the concession menu.   Skyway Tour (bus/train or train/bus) service options are available for the 2024 Silverton summer season excursions.   There will be two bus departures available daily beginning May 21, 2024 running through October 12, 2024.   The first deluxe motor coach departs Durango at 9:30am and arrives at Silverton at 11:00am. It then departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The second deluxe motor coach departs from Durango at 10:15am and arrives in Silverton at 11:45am. It departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The bus service is available 7 days a week May 21 through October 12th. (no bus service on May 25)

Preschool children will have an opportunity to explore, create, and discover the world around them through engaging, age-appropriate themes. Children will enjoy a safe, fun, learning environment with arts & crafts, active play, sensory play, and more! We provide the materials, you bring the wonder!    Time is 9:45 - 10:45 am and its $15 per Class.   For dates Wonderful Wednesday are not in session, see the Enrichment Guide here, page 24: https://www.durangoco.gov/773/Activities-Guide

For those seeking the highlight reel of Durango's early history, beginning in 1881, through the lens of the Historic Downtown Durango District (Main Avenue). This is a must-do for locals to learn where actual notorious Wild West events happened (as opposed to the lore) to share with your guests. Both tourists and locals alike will walk away with a very different view of Durango and a deeper appreciation.   Buffalo soldiers, Native Americans, outlaws, Chinese restaurateurs, railroad workers, miners, freed slaves, and "soiled doves" were amongst the melting pot that was Durango. Sometimes things went awry and all hell broke loose. As a result, you will visit the hanging sites and location of the epic gunfight between the Sheriff and the Marshall amongst others.    This tour meets at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot (479 Main Avenue; gather at the horse sculptures out front). Please note this is a one-way walk up Main Avenue. We will end near Maria's Bookstore (960 Main Avenue). On this approximately 1 hour and 15 minute tour we will not enter establishments. This makes it an option for those with mobility restrictions (be prepared for uneven Durango sidewalks) and well-behaved dogs (please give advance notice). After the tour you will be right on time for lunch at any of our wonderful downtown restaurants; now with a newfound appreciation of Durango. 

Join us for a People & Culture Workshop, presented by DAHRM: Durango Area Human Resource Managers. Creating a Positive Workplace Culture will be taught by Christina Harney at the Center for Innovation (second floor of the Main Mall).   Workshop Description:  Discover the essential elements of cultivating a positive workplace culture in this HR workshop. Learn practical strategies to foster collaboration, trust, and engagement among team members. Explore how a supportive work environment can boost morale, productivity, and overall organizational success.    Lunch will be provided for attendees.   All are welcome to attend these workshops to learn more about important topics that impact your business! Mark your calendar for the last 2024 People & Culture workshop on Wednesday, October 9th.

In these book clubs, there is no required reading, join us to discuss Graham's works, writing style, research, and more. Scott is the author of the critically acclaimed National Park Mystery Series, illuminating environmental and social justice issues specific to the parks along the way. Tea and snacks provided! Register online at durangogov.org/library to attend.

Hang out and get creative in the Teen Art Lounge in the Twilight Room at the Durango Community Recreation Center. All materials included. Express yourself with a different medium each week and enjoy music, good vibes, and a chill space to be yourself.    *Check in at the front desk of the Durango Community Recreation Center prior to each Art Lounge session to pay or have your purchased punch card punched. $6 each class, or $25 for 5 Punch Card

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.

The 2025 Snowdown theme is Snowdown, The Board Game Edition: It's Your Move. Come gather with our Board of Directors as we kick-off the Snowdown 2025 season. In the Game of LIFE, there is CANDY in the LAND … and maybe beer and cocktails too. ~Witness the unveiling of the official poster ~Do not pass go, do not collect $200, until you learn about volunteer opportunities ~Get a Clue for costume ideas ~Connect (Four) with fellow Snowdown fans ~Learn how to submit a 2025 event Costumes encouraged! So let’s MONOPOLIZE the evening and let the DOMINOES fall…..

An open heart is an excellent hook, but how do writers achieve that? Why do some characters grab us so quickly? At our workshop this month, we'll share tips and tricks to get your readers glued to the page. W&S is a group for writers of all kinds to learn, practice, and share the art and craft of writing. We hope you can join us! No registration necessary!

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. In the 80's and early 90's he played all over Orange and L.A. counties as a solo guitarist-vocalist. He played in many fine clubs and restaurants such as the Rusty Pelican in Newport Beach and Captain Jack's in Sunset Beach, just to mention a couple. He now lives in southwest Colorado and plays at resorts, clubs and restaurants throughout the Four Corners area. Terry's musical roots are classic rock, but after living in Colorado for some time he can also do a full night of country music. He can also mix in some blues, reggae, contemporary rock and his own original compositions. Terry also has an excellent three piece band that plays a wide variety of music.

Join us for a free educational talk 6-7pm Wednesdays before our concert weekend. Hear the stories behind the music from the San Juan Symphony's Maestro Thomas Heuser.

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.

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, October 9th at 7:00 pm. At 6:30 we will have social time. Then after a brief business meeting, we will have a presentation by Larry Baker, retired Executive Director of Solmon Ruins Museum. Larry will discuss "Salmon Ruins: History and Recent Research". For log-in information go to SJBAS.ORG.

Sing a song get a free shot!

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains 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 layover in the historic mining town of Silverton to enjoy the sights, shopping, food, and libations that Silverton offers. We've been in continuous operation running trains on this 45-mile branch of the original Denver & Rio Grande Railway since 1882. Much of the scenery remains unchanged since those historic days. Soak in the views, listen as the steam whistle echoes through the canyon, hear the vintage locomotive work to pull the train up the grades. If you long to unwind and enjoy Colorado nature at its finest, this is the trip for you.   More About This Excursion  Departing from the Durango Depot, this unforgettable trip takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River on your way to the historic mining town of Silverton.   There will be up to two steam departures depending on the date. The Silverton Steam Train departs daily at 9:00AM 5/4/24-10/26/24 and 9:45 AM 8/30/24-10/12/24.   Diesel Excursions run 5/21/24-10/12/24. The Silverton Diesel Train departs at 8:15AM daily.   On all of these train excursions, you will experience the iconic Horseshoe Curve, High Bridge and all of the Animas River Gorge including all of the spectacular views from the High Line. These trains include a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase. Click here to see the concession menu.   Skyway Tour (bus/train or train/bus) service options are available for the 2024 Silverton summer season excursions.   There will be two bus departures available daily beginning May 21, 2024 running through October 12, 2024.   The first deluxe motor coach departs Durango at 9:30am and arrives at Silverton at 11:00am. It then departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The second deluxe motor coach departs from Durango at 10:15am and arrives in Silverton at 11:45am. It departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The bus service is available 7 days a week May 21 through October 12th. (no bus service on May 25)

Join San Juan Mountains Association and San Juan National Forest on an interpretive hike to learn more about the geology of the Pagosa District area. These hikes, led and presented by geologist Dave Bouquett, will be in an area of the San Juan National Forest rich with evidence of earth's geologic history from some of the area's oldest metamorphic rocks, to Cretaceous seaways, to Tertiary volcanoes, to modern glacial deposits.   This Canyon Rocks! - Piedra River Trail  One of the most popular hiking trails in the Pagosa area for families and experienced hikers alike, threads through a great mix of river canyon, meadows, and forest. Shortly after leaving the parking area, the trail drops moderately into a beautiful, narrow sandstone canyon through which the Piedra River cascades over rocks and boulders in its path. The shady cool of the tree-covered canyon is a welcome relief on a hot summer day. Rocks and boulders cover much of the path so sure footing and appropriate footwear are a must. The bottom of the canyon then opens into a serene riparian meadow through which the trail meanders. Approximately 2.9 miles from the trailhead is the second of two steel pedestrian bridges on this hike, this one crossing the Piedra River. Nearby some of the oldest rock in the area is found. Though the trail continues, this will be our planned turn-around point as we return back up the same canyon trail we descended. Hike time is approximately 4 hours total, 6 miles round trip, and a 600 ft. vertical ascent round trip. We will stop for approximately ½ hour along the trail to eat, so pack your own lunch.

Join MSI for a day of stewardship and learning at Fanto Park at Park Elementary. Students have the opportunity to support MSI and the City of Durango mark storm drains around the city. Parents can drop off students afterschool at Fanto Park- transportation may be available if needed. **Open to all K-12 students**

Crafting isn't just for kids!   Crafting isn't just fun, it's fundamental for mental health, relaxation, and happiness! Come and explore our awesome craft supplies each month. Follow a suggested project or free play and create your own masterpiece! This space is reserved for adults (17+)  

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.

October is Dyslexia Awareness Month!   Join us for a special Dyslexia Simulation Event on Thursday, October 10th, 2024. During this event, you'll experience the daily challenges faced by individuals with dyslexia, fostering a deeper understanding, empathy, and awareness of their struggles.   Educators and families are welcome to attend this family edition of our annual event (children are allowed to attend ages 8 and up).   The event is FREE, but space is limited. RSVP today by visiting thelibertyschool.org/community-programs

Share your business, your story, and your passions!   Speed Networking is a chance to connect, inspire, and learn about other women in our community and share with others how you show up in our community.   Throughout several rounds of rotation, you can share and hear every individual and exchange contact information.   This is an excellent opportunity to make new professional connections, create new friendships, and become more integrated and involved in Durango's community of Women.   Snacks and Drinks Included with purchase.  Limited Space Available - Registration is Required!  PWN Members: $10  Guests: $15

Sure, you can ride real fast, but can you stop?? In this workshop you will learn about arguably the most important component of your modern bike: disc brakes. Come learn about how they work, how to maintain, adjust, and replace them! This workshop is limited to folks who have disc brakes that are actuated by cable or hydraulics, but does not include rim brakes (sorry!). We will cover: maintaining your brake pads, how to replace them, adjusting brakes, troubleshooting awful brake sounds, and adjusting brake levers. (This workshop is limited to 5 participants.)

Join us for an open mic and an inspiring night of poetry with Esther Belin and Zoe Golden! Register at online at durangogov.org/library to attend.

Andrew is "the San Juanderer", a singer/songwriter and cover artist roaming the Four Corners area, gaining fans everywhere he goes. Always described by fans and venues alike as "refreshing!", the San Juanderer is known for his powerful, emotive baritone 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, story-telling originals, and beloved favorites to satisfy any musical palette or desired ambiance.

Test your Durango knowledge, brush up on Durango history, and municipal government processes. Teams of five will compete for great prizes! Trivia starts promptly at 6:30, so come early to sign up, grab a seat, and a beverage. We hope to see you at a trivia night soon!   Hosted by The City of Durango

Downtown Durango is saturated with paranormal activity. You don't need to walk far to get your fill of ghost stories. Main Avenue was once home to a plethora of saloons, dance halls, brothels, and gambling halls. It was the stomping ground for outlaws, gamblers, prostitutes, miners, and railroad workers. Late-night escapades, fueled by whiskey, led to many tragic events resulting in the ghosts that wander the streets today.   Our 90-minute Hauntings & History Ghost Tour will not disappoint. We will meet in front of the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Train Depot (479 Main Ave) at dusk. Midway through the tour, we will enter one of the most haunted locations that Downtown Durango has to offer! We are the only ghost tour that takes people INSIDE of a location! Wherever we tread on Main Avenue you will hear tales of apparitions who refuse to leave the places they inhabited in life. Because of the tight sidewalks downtown, our tours do not exceed 15 people.   Be prepared for loud streets and crowds. Downtown Durango can be pretty raucous at night!

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!

Good intentions clash with absurd assumptions in Larissa Fasthorse's wickedly funny satire. Join a troupe of teaching artists as they scramble to create a pageant that celebrates both Turkey Day and Native American Heritage Month.

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains 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 layover in the historic mining town of Silverton to enjoy the sights, shopping, food, and libations that Silverton offers. We've been in continuous operation running trains on this 45-mile branch of the original Denver & Rio Grande Railway since 1882. Much of the scenery remains unchanged since those historic days. Soak in the views, listen as the steam whistle echoes through the canyon, hear the vintage locomotive work to pull the train up the grades. If you long to unwind and enjoy Colorado nature at its finest, this is the trip for you.   More About This Excursion  Departing from the Durango Depot, this unforgettable trip takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River on your way to the historic mining town of Silverton.   There will be up to two steam departures depending on the date. The Silverton Steam Train departs daily at 9:00AM 5/4/24-10/26/24 and 9:45 AM 8/30/24-10/12/24.   Diesel Excursions run 5/21/24-10/12/24. The Silverton Diesel Train departs at 8:15AM daily.   On all of these train excursions, you will experience the iconic Horseshoe Curve, High Bridge and all of the Animas River Gorge including all of the spectacular views from the High Line. These trains include a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase. Click here to see the concession menu.   Skyway Tour (bus/train or train/bus) service options are available for the 2024 Silverton summer season excursions.   There will be two bus departures available daily beginning May 21, 2024 running through October 12, 2024.   The first deluxe motor coach departs Durango at 9:30am and arrives at Silverton at 11:00am. It then departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The second deluxe motor coach departs from Durango at 10:15am and arrives in Silverton at 11:45am. It departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The bus service is available 7 days a week May 21 through October 12th. (no bus service on May 25)

BID holds a monthly meeting for business owners on the 2nd Friday of every month from 8:30 to 9:30 am at TBK Bank. The agendas for these meetings will be posted below a few days before the meeting date.   Check website for the agenda and meeting dates https://www.downtowndurango.org/meetings   Meeting dates subject to change, contact Tim Walsworth at timw@downtowndurango.org with any questions.

Join us this fall when we welcome our favorite season of all! Pumpkin season has finally arrived and we like to celebrate by opening our family farm to our community. We serve as the Durango and Farmington area's go to pumpkin patch for all things fall!   September 14-October 27   Tickets will be available for use on any date in the season for the specified day for all regular season events. Mother/Son Dance, Father/Daughter Dance, Haunted Maze, Flashlight Maze, Sunset Pumpkin Tour and Field Trips are excluded from use of this ticket. Friday (Octobers Only) 10am-4pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm (Hours contingent on weather - Facebook or Instagram will always have daily updates if there are delays or closures)   Online ticket price is $3 less per ticket. Pumpkins not included with admission. 2 & under are free - If the child is 3 and older, a ticket must be purchased for them.   We have over 25 activities for kids of all ages; 0-99  10-acre themed corn maze with activities and games within, including a kiddie maze  U-pick pumpkin patch  Hayrides to the pumpkin patch  Giant chalkboard  Corn pit w/ NEW improvements and additions!  Stick horse races  Tug-o-war  Bull ring toss  Horseshoes  Cornhole  Steer roping  Mucking sandbox  Tractor sandhill  Barrel trains  Jumbo jumper  Jump Pad  Giant slides  Poultry & Fowl  Goat Arena  Pony swings  Bubble Barn  Potato/apple cannons  Giant swing  Kelly's balance beam  Community fire pits  Tire mountain  New! Bounce Corral  New! Duck Races  New! Hula Animals  New! Entertainment Stage  New! Chicken Truck  Tons of photo ops both new and legacy ! Face painting - outside vendor (Extra charge $5-$25)   We have our food bin open Friday-Sunday where we sell slushies, ice cream, cotton candy, soft drinks and more!   We have food trucks on location Friday-Sunday in October and Saturday & Sunday in September.   During October we like to create special days that allow an opportunity for discounts on Saturdays & Sundays!   September 21 - Special Needs Day - Free Admission for all adults and children with special needs   September 28-29 - First Responders Weekend - All active military, nurses, fire-fighters, police officers, EMT etc. - Free Admission (must show valid/active ID)   October 5 - Dog Days - all proceeds collected from Doggy Admission on this day go to local animal centered non-profit   October 12 - Big Foot Day - Play our Big Foot Scavenger Hunt game an

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

In these book clubs, there is no required reading, join us to discuss Fajardo-Anstine's works, writing style, research, and more. Kali is the nationally bestselling author of the novel Woman of Light (Random House, 2022), winner of the Reading the West Award in Fiction, the Women Writing the West Willa Award in Historical Fiction, and nominated for the Colorado Book Award, the Carol Shields Prize, the Joyce Carol Oates Prize, and the VCU Cabell First Novelist Award. Tea and snacks provided! Register online at durangogov.org/library to attend.

We are partnering with TESStastic for "warming spirit" mocktail evenings every Friday from 3:30-6 pm! Come down to the shop to sample or purchase New/Old Fashions & Hot TessToddy's with tea or Wild Margaritas, and/or Cosmos (available in cranberry, orange, raspberry, and hibiscus flavors). There will be free tastings, single drinks for $5, and bottles of the mixers available for purchase. Make it a date night or bring your friends to to discover the fun sober side of Durango. Plus, you'll wake up the next day hydrated and replenished.

One of our most beloved events that sells out faster than any other is great for couples or families looking for a quieter entertainment experience on the farm. On busy weekends, we can have up to 2500 people on the farm but for this event, you enjoy the whole place to yourself and a maximum of 100 people. We include a sunset hayride (must choose correct ticket), live music, carne asada taco dinner, s'mores, apples for the cannons OR a 10# pumpkin to take home with each admission ticket!   Gates open at 4pm. These admission tickets do not grant admission to the farm for the entire day. They are for this event only which begins at 4pm. Dinner is served at 5 pm and the hayride will be at sunset. The later in the season, the earlier the hayride.   Children 2 & under are free.   **By purchasing any ticket from Jackalope Acres, you agree to being photographed by our employees or any 3rd party photographer we hire during our standard business hours. We own all photographs we take and reserve the right to use them as we see necessary in a professional manner.   Tickets are non-refundable & season passes do not apply.   All Tickets will show a "Shipping" fee at checkout. This is not shipping charge and we will not be shipping you anything. This is the online ticket fee that is charged by a 3rd party company for using their ticket platform.

For those seeking the highlight reel of Durango's early history, beginning in 1881, through the lens of the Historic Downtown Durango District (Main Avenue). This is a must-do for locals to learn where actual notorious Wild West events happened (as opposed to the lore) to share with your guests. Both tourists and locals alike will walk away with a very different view of Durango and a deeper appreciation.   Buffalo soldiers, Native Americans, outlaws, Chinese restaurateurs, railroad workers, miners, freed slaves, and "soiled doves" were amongst the melting pot that was Durango. Sometimes things went awry and all hell broke loose. As a result, you will visit the hanging sites and location of the epic gunfight between the Sheriff and the Marshall amongst others.    This tour meets at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot (479 Main Avenue; gather at the horse sculptures out front). Please note this is a one-way walk up Main Avenue. We will end near Maria's Bookstore (960 Main Avenue). On this approximately 1 hour and 15 minute tour we will not enter establishments. This makes it an option for those with mobility restrictions (be prepared for uneven Durango sidewalks) and well-behaved dogs (please give advance notice). After the tour you will be right on time for lunch at any of our wonderful downtown restaurants; now with a newfound appreciation of Durango. 

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.

You don't want to miss this show , these folks are Amazing! Also ladies $3 pints All Day Open 12-9pm

Only 2 nights this year! Come celebrate Fall and Halloween with a spooky night in our pumpkin patch. Enjoy hot chocolate, treats, and a movie in the patch, or if you're brave enough, venture up to the yard where our scary animated monsters are waiting for you! Admission is $7 per person. Kids can take a train ride for an additional $5.

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!

If you like to get outside, get ready for Stoke Fest, an unforgettable film festival presented by Protect Our Winters (POW)!   Picture yourself walking into the theater for the newest action sports flick to get you fired up for the upcoming season. You rally your friends, you hoot and holler for the big moments, you start day dreaming plans for you next big adventure, and you leave inspired. Stoke Fest does all of this with an added twist that POW is known for, where we bring in advocacy to help protect the places and experiences we love together.   Stoke Fest is more than just a celebration—it's a call to action.   You can be a part of the solution with us, starting with Stoke Fest and rallying your community to the polls this November! You'll have a chance to connect with the pros including Jeremy Jones, see brand new films, and learn from experts about the real impacts of climate change. You'll discover a community of like-minded individuals, have a shot at winning sweet prizes and more. This is a night you won't forget!   Elections are like any expedition: you prepare for the big moment, strengthen your squad and begin by putting one foot in front of the other until you reach the summit! Meet us here where we can start the journey together.   Featured films include:   Jeremy Jones newest film: Purple Mountains New Hampshire  The Hypocrite: The Hypocrite delves into a critical discourse that is resonating with individuals across various spheres. In the context of climate advocacy, the film examines the inherent contradiction between personal actions and systemic efforts. The story is masterfully woven through the perspective of a professional skier, confronting the complex interplay between advocating for change and relying on fossil fuels for athletic pursuits. The film aspires to foster unity and collaboration within the outdoor community, transcending perceived hypocrisy and feelings of not fitting in. It aims to dismantle the culture of individual blame and guilt, focusing instead on the systemic shifts required to pave the way for a sustainable future. By erasing the boundaries that label individuals as hypocrites, the narrative invites viewers to recognize the urgent need for collective action and change.   More films being announced soon!

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.

Downtown Durango is saturated with paranormal activity. You don't need to walk far to get your fill of ghost stories. Main Avenue was once home to a plethora of saloons, dance halls, brothels, and gambling halls. It was the stomping ground for outlaws, gamblers, prostitutes, miners, and railroad workers. Late-night escapades, fueled by whiskey, led to many tragic events resulting in the ghosts that wander the streets today.   Our 90-minute Hauntings & History Ghost Tour will not disappoint. We will meet in front of the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Train Depot (479 Main Ave) at dusk. Midway through the tour, we will enter one of the most haunted locations that Downtown Durango has to offer! We are the only ghost tour that takes people INSIDE of a location! Wherever we tread on Main Avenue you will hear tales of apparitions who refuse to leave the places they inhabited in life. Because of the tight sidewalks downtown, our tours do not exceed 15 people.   Be prepared for loud streets and crowds. Downtown Durango can be pretty raucous at night!

Join us for Stillwater Music's Fall Showcase at The Light Box! Enjoy rockin' live performances from student bands Soul What, Bad Habit, and Animas Jazz. Bring a dish to share for our potluck. Free admission—celebrate the season with music and community!

Good intentions clash with absurd assumptions in Larissa Fasthorse's wickedly funny satire. Join a troupe of teaching artists as they scramble to create a pageant that celebrates both Turkey Day and Native American Heritage Month.

Let's try this again! Live local stand-up comedy, 18&up, $10 at the door no advance tickets

$18 / $20 / 21+ Tickets on sale now online & at Animas Trading Company   Based in Durango, Colorado, Desiderata emerges from the heart of the southwest. Our sound finds balance between tight, captivating grooves that beg you to dance, and pure, meandering expression. The music we create reflects the beauty that can be found in the desert, in the mountains, in your friends, in a neon-lit dance floor as a disco ball spins overhead.    Find more about us below!   https://linktr.ee/DesiderataMusic\

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains 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 layover in the historic mining town of Silverton to enjoy the sights, shopping, food, and libations that Silverton offers. We've been in continuous operation running trains on this 45-mile branch of the original Denver & Rio Grande Railway since 1882. Much of the scenery remains unchanged since those historic days. Soak in the views, listen as the steam whistle echoes through the canyon, hear the vintage locomotive work to pull the train up the grades. If you long to unwind and enjoy Colorado nature at its finest, this is the trip for you.   More About This Excursion  Departing from the Durango Depot, this unforgettable trip takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River on your way to the historic mining town of Silverton.   There will be up to two steam departures depending on the date. The Silverton Steam Train departs daily at 9:00AM 5/4/24-10/26/24 and 9:45 AM 8/30/24-10/12/24.   Diesel Excursions run 5/21/24-10/12/24. The Silverton Diesel Train departs at 8:15AM daily.   On all of these train excursions, you will experience the iconic Horseshoe Curve, High Bridge and all of the Animas River Gorge including all of the spectacular views from the High Line. These trains include a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase. Click here to see the concession menu.   Skyway Tour (bus/train or train/bus) service options are available for the 2024 Silverton summer season excursions.   There will be two bus departures available daily beginning May 21, 2024 running through October 12, 2024.   The first deluxe motor coach departs Durango at 9:30am and arrives at Silverton at 11:00am. It then departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The second deluxe motor coach departs from Durango at 10:15am and arrives in Silverton at 11:45am. It departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The bus service is available 7 days a week May 21 through October 12th. (no bus service on May 25)

The Durango Farmers Market is a venue for local agriculturalists, ranchers and artisans to meet and share their harvest and talents with the Durango community. At our market you have the opportunity to meet face to face with the producers and learn more about their growing methods. Vendors post their farming practices at their booth and most follow organic growing methods. Our market also offers hot ready to eat food from local vendors, value added foods such as jams, jellies and sauces and local artisans who make high-quality handcrafted items. All vendors must produce their goods within our five-county radius ensuring fresh produce and locally made goods. We also have live music performances each weekend as well as community information booths for non-profits and groups that promote our market values of local, sustainable and healthy living.

Join the Good Food Collective for the 16th Annual Apple Days Festival brought to you by EsoTerra Ciderworks. The festival celebrates our region's apple abundance, helps feed our community, reduces waste, and saves the bears! We invite you to join us for daily community harvests from September 30-October 11 and then on Saturday, October 12, from 9 am-1 pm at the Durango Farmers Market where you can press apples into fresh local cider, eat tasty treats, participate in the apple pie-eating contest, and enjoy a variety of family-friendly activities. Freshly pressed, local cider will be available for a suggested donation. All proceeds support Apple Days and The Good Food Collective.

FREE family event at Durango Fire & Rescue Station 1  Learn about Smoke Alarms, make them work for you.    • Free drinks and hot dogs will be provided  • Bring your car for a free car inspection by NAPA  • Spray water from a fire engine hose  • Talk with firefighters and police officers about fire safety in your home  • Kids, come and meet Sparky the fire dog and get free ice cream   Look for the big firefighting training tower.

Un evento familiar GRATIS con actividades para ninos. Carros de bomberos, musica y premios, comida y bebidas.

Join us this fall when we welcome our favorite season of all! Pumpkin season has finally arrived and we like to celebrate by opening our family farm to our community. We serve as the Durango and Farmington area's go to pumpkin patch for all things fall!   September 14-October 27   Tickets will be available for use on any date in the season for the specified day for all regular season events. Mother/Son Dance, Father/Daughter Dance, Haunted Maze, Flashlight Maze, Sunset Pumpkin Tour and Field Trips are excluded from use of this ticket. Friday (Octobers Only) 10am-4pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm (Hours contingent on weather - Facebook or Instagram will always have daily updates if there are delays or closures)   Online ticket price is $3 less per ticket. Pumpkins not included with admission. 2 & under are free - If the child is 3 and older, a ticket must be purchased for them.   We have over 25 activities for kids of all ages; 0-99  10-acre themed corn maze with activities and games within, including a kiddie maze  U-pick pumpkin patch  Hayrides to the pumpkin patch  Giant chalkboard  Corn pit w/ NEW improvements and additions!  Stick horse races  Tug-o-war  Bull ring toss  Horseshoes  Cornhole  Steer roping  Mucking sandbox  Tractor sandhill  Barrel trains  Jumbo jumper  Jump Pad  Giant slides  Poultry & Fowl  Goat Arena  Pony swings  Bubble Barn  Potato/apple cannons  Giant swing  Kelly's balance beam  Community fire pits  Tire mountain  New! Bounce Corral  New! Duck Races  New! Hula Animals  New! Entertainment Stage  New! Chicken Truck  Tons of photo ops both new and legacy ! Face painting - outside vendor (Extra charge $5-$25)   We have our food bin open Friday-Sunday where we sell slushies, ice cream, cotton candy, soft drinks and more!   We have food trucks on location Friday-Sunday in October and Saturday & Sunday in September.   During October we like to create special days that allow an opportunity for discounts on Saturdays & Sundays!   September 21 - Special Needs Day - Free Admission for all adults and children with special needs   September 28-29 - First Responders Weekend - All active military, nurses, fire-fighters, police officers, EMT etc. - Free Admission (must show valid/active ID)   October 5 - Dog Days - all proceeds collected from Doggy Admission on this day go to local animal centered non-profit   October 12 - Big Foot Day - Play our Big Foot Scavenger Hunt game and win and get a FREE slushie of your choice!   October 19 - Grandparents Day - Free Admission (must be accompanied by grandkids)   October 26 - My 1st Pumpkin Day - all babies 2 & under receive a free mini pumpkin   Live music every Sunday in October 2pm-5pm   October 20th - Tractor Show & Vendor's Week

The Biggest Little Art Show in Durango featuring small works by Cindy Coleman, Miki Harder, Mariah Kaminsky, Elizabeth Kinahan, Allison Leigh Smith, and Amy Vaclav   One day only!  The Newman Building, (downstairs, formerly Rose Duds)  Refreshments will be served

Join us on our patio with the red umbrellas. Each Saturday in October for Saturday Social Brunch on the patio.   Prefix menu, choice of three different toast options, fruit parfait, and your choice of drink.

World Champion Title boxing match "Legends on the Animas" Coming to Durango!   For the first time since 1915, professional boxing is coming back to Durango! In true Durango fashion, it is coming back with STYLE! Saturday, October 12th, Andrew "Hurricane" Hernandez will battle Jeremy "The Boxing Barber" Ramos for the vacant LBF Super Middleweight World Championship title!   "We are so excited to introduce these legends of boxing to our community, give our guests a full day of high-level entertainment, and bring a brand new industry to Durango," said Katy Kopec, event promoter and founder of The Good Fight Boxing Gym in downtown Durango. In what is sure to draw sports fans and curious onlookers from across the Four Corners Region and beyond, "Legends on the Animas" will also feature co-main event Aaron Pryor Jr and amateur boxing bouts between local and visiting athletes. Our town will be graced by former heavyweight Champion, James "Bonecrusher" Smith, LBF legend and Muhammed Ali's bodyguard, Mike Cooley, and Mike "Baby Jack" Dempsey, descendant of the famous boxer Jack Dempsey who's famed 1915 boxing match in Durango is memorialized on the wall mural outside El Rancho. If that weren't enough star power, we will also welcome BUTTERBEAN who will be receiving the Presidential Lifetime Achievement award in our ring! The award will be presented by none other than Khalila Ali, former wife of the great Muhammad Ali. The Good Fight is leading this grassroots effort to bring something truly special to Durango. "We are calling on our local business neighbors and non-profits to come together to bring the DURANGO flavor and reap not only short-term, but long-reaching benefits," said Kopec. Contact Katy to be part of Four Corners history as boxing takes center stage in the Fred W Klatt arena at the La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center.

Get comfortable with simple drawing techniques and enjoy the process of Figure Drawing with Man's Best Friend!    The La Plata Humane Society has agreed to provide our lovely dog "models" for the class. All supplies are included, and an experienced teacher will be there to give you guidance along the way. Unwind from a busy week, enjoy a happy hour drink, spend time with other artists, and most importantly enjoy the opportunity to sit, relax and draw a patient dog.   Figure drawing is the practice of drawing from a live model in different poses. It trains your eye to see things that photographs just can't capture. This makes you more perceptive in all of your work—The biggest reason to practice with live animals is because it has so much to offer. Mastering the animal form is about more than just shapes and muscles and bones.   A $10 Tip or Chew Toy is Required for our models and will go directly to the LaPlata County Humane Society. Beginners are welcome! This class is also perfect for adults with previous drawing experience.

Join me for an enriching exploration of your inner world. This interactive workshop will guide you in interpreting and harnessing the profound insights of your dreams.   Dreams are an often untapped resource to connect with our unconscious mind.   What's Included:  -In-depth discussion on dream interpretation from a Jungian Psychology perspective  -Visualization/Meditation to deepen your dream practice (recordings will be available)  -Introduction to Active Imagination and Amplification when working with your dreams  -Create your own dream journal  - Snacks and drinks  - Dream journal and materials   BONUS: 1:1 Private Dream Session to dive deeper into what arises for you during the workshop!   Investment: $149  *Early Bird Special: $125 (if booked by October 5th, 2024)*   Uncover the wisdom within your dreams as we move into the contemplative seasons of fall and winter.   Learn how to use your dream journal effectively.   Don't miss this opportunity to deepen your understanding and connection with your inner self.   Location: A beautiful setting in Durango, CO. Address will be given upon registration.

Pink Game Presented by CommonSpirit, Alpine Bank, and the Wells Group

For those seeking the highlight reel of Durango's early history, beginning in 1881, through the lens of the Historic Downtown Durango District (Main Avenue). This is a must-do for locals to learn where actual notorious Wild West events happened (as opposed to the lore) to share with your guests. Both tourists and locals alike will walk away with a very different view of Durango and a deeper appreciation.   Buffalo soldiers, Native Americans, outlaws, Chinese restaurateurs, railroad workers, miners, freed slaves, and "soiled doves" were amongst the melting pot that was Durango. Sometimes things went awry and all hell broke loose. As a result, you will visit the hanging sites and location of the epic gunfight between the Sheriff and the Marshall amongst others.    This tour meets at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot (479 Main Avenue; gather at the horse sculptures out front). Please note this is a one-way walk up Main Avenue. We will end near Maria's Bookstore (960 Main Avenue). On this approximately 1 hour and 15 minute tour we will not enter establishments. This makes it an option for those with mobility restrictions (be prepared for uneven Durango sidewalks) and well-behaved dogs (please give advance notice). After the tour you will be right on time for lunch at any of our wonderful downtown restaurants; now with a newfound appreciation of Durango. 

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 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.

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.

Downtown Durango is saturated with paranormal activity. You don't need to walk far to get your fill of ghost stories. Main Avenue was once home to a plethora of saloons, dance halls, brothels, and gambling halls. It was the stomping ground for outlaws, gamblers, prostitutes, miners, and railroad workers. Late-night escapades, fueled by whiskey, led to many tragic events resulting in the ghosts that wander the streets today.   Our 90-minute Hauntings & History Ghost Tour will not disappoint. We will meet in front of the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Train Depot (479 Main Ave) at dusk. Midway through the tour, we will enter one of the most haunted locations that Downtown Durango has to offer! We are the only ghost tour that takes people INSIDE of a location! Wherever we tread on Main Avenue you will hear tales of apparitions who refuse to leave the places they inhabited in life. Because of the tight sidewalks downtown, our tours do not exceed 15 people.   Be prepared for loud streets and crowds. Downtown Durango can be pretty raucous at night!

Dance the night away for a good cause! Featuring DJ Jeff Sontag spinning house and disco late into the night.   Why do we call it the RED Party? If you show up wearing ALL RED you will receive a small slushie on us! Fill the room with red (the iconic color of an apple - bonus if you wear a leaf on your head) to help raise funds for The Good Food Collective!   A portion of the proceeds will go toward supporting ALL the good that this amazing non-profit does for our community! Free to enter!

The elegance of Mozart and Mendelssohn echoes through Stravinsky, who crystalizes the Classical style in his ballet Pulcinella. Maestro Heuser brings a searing intensity to this music, and our SJS musicians become the featured soloists. Our audiences will be mesmerized by the eloquence and exquisite clarity of these essential works.

Good intentions clash with absurd assumptions in Larissa Fasthorse's wickedly funny satire. Join a troupe of teaching artists as they scramble to create a pageant that celebrates both Turkey Day and Native American Heritage Month.

Have a howlin' good time with us and Katya Peepin's Badass Burlesque, creepin in all the way from Denver to put a little fright in your Saturday night!  Doors at 8pm  Ages 21+  $20

Live Music with Ben Gibson. Free Admission | Must be 21+

Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains 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 layover in the historic mining town of Silverton to enjoy the sights, shopping, food, and libations that Silverton offers. We've been in continuous operation running trains on this 45-mile branch of the original Denver & Rio Grande Railway since 1882. Much of the scenery remains unchanged since those historic days. Soak in the views, listen as the steam whistle echoes through the canyon, hear the vintage locomotive work to pull the train up the grades. If you long to unwind and enjoy Colorado nature at its finest, this is the trip for you.   More About This Excursion  Departing from the Durango Depot, this unforgettable trip takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River on your way to the historic mining town of Silverton.   There will be up to two steam departures depending on the date. The Silverton Steam Train departs daily at 9:00AM 5/4/24-10/26/24 and 9:45 AM 8/30/24-10/12/24.   Diesel Excursions run 5/21/24-10/12/24. The Silverton Diesel Train departs at 8:15AM daily.   On all of these train excursions, you will experience the iconic Horseshoe Curve, High Bridge and all of the Animas River Gorge including all of the spectacular views from the High Line. These trains include a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase. Click here to see the concession menu.   Skyway Tour (bus/train or train/bus) service options are available for the 2024 Silverton summer season excursions.   There will be two bus departures available daily beginning May 21, 2024 running through October 12, 2024.   The first deluxe motor coach departs Durango at 9:30am and arrives at Silverton at 11:00am. It then departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The second deluxe motor coach departs from Durango at 10:15am and arrives in Silverton at 11:45am. It departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The bus service is available 7 days a week May 21 through October 12th. (no bus service on May 25)

Two times to choose from: 10am and 5pm   For those seeking the highlight reel of Durango's early history, beginning in 1881, through the lens of the Historic Downtown Durango District (Main Avenue). This is a must-do for locals to learn where actual notorious Wild West events happened (as opposed to the lore) to share with your guests. Both tourists and locals alike will walk away with a very different view of Durango and a deeper appreciation.   Buffalo soldiers, Native Americans, outlaws, Chinese restaurateurs, railroad workers, miners, freed slaves, and "soiled doves" were amongst the melting pot that was Durango. Sometimes things went awry and all hell broke loose. As a result, you will visit the hanging sites and location of the epic gunfight between the Sheriff and the Marshall amongst others.    This tour meets at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot (479 Main Avenue; gather at the horse sculptures out front). Please note this is a one-way walk up Main Avenue. We will end near Maria's Bookstore (960 Main Avenue). On this approximately 1 hour and 15 minute tour we will not enter establishments. This makes it an option for those with mobility restrictions (be prepared for uneven Durango sidewalks) and well-behaved dogs (please give advance notice). After the tour you will be right on time for lunch at any of our wonderful downtown restaurants; now with a newfound appreciation of Durango. 

Join us this fall when we welcome our favorite season of all! Pumpkin season has finally arrived and we like to celebrate by opening our family farm to our community. We serve as the Durango and Farmington area's go to pumpkin patch for all things fall!   September 14-October 27   Tickets will be available for use on any date in the season for the specified day for all regular season events. Mother/Son Dance, Father/Daughter Dance, Haunted Maze, Flashlight Maze, Sunset Pumpkin Tour and Field Trips are excluded from use of this ticket. Friday (Octobers Only) 10am-4pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm (Hours contingent on weather - Facebook or Instagram will always have daily updates if there are delays or closures)   Online ticket price is $3 less per ticket. Pumpkins not included with admission. 2 & under are free - If the child is 3 and older, a ticket must be purchased for them.   We have over 25 activities for kids of all ages; 0-99  10-acre themed corn maze with activities and games within, including a kiddie maze  U-pick pumpkin patch  Hayrides to the pumpkin patch  Giant chalkboard  Corn pit w/ NEW improvements and additions!  Stick horse races  Tug-o-war  Bull ring toss  Horseshoes  Cornhole  Steer roping  Mucking sandbox  Tractor sandhill  Barrel trains  Jumbo jumper  Jump Pad  Giant slides  Poultry & Fowl  Goat Arena  Pony swings  Bubble Barn  Potato/apple cannons  Giant swing  Kelly's balance beam  Community fire pits  Tire mountain  New! Bounce Corral  New! Duck Races  New! Hula Animals  New! Entertainment Stage  New! Chicken Truck  Tons of photo ops both new and legacy ! Face painting - outside vendor (Extra charge $5-$25)   We have our food bin open Friday-Sunday where we sell slushies, ice cream, cotton candy, soft drinks and more!   We have food trucks on location Friday-Sunday in October and Saturday & Sunday in September.   During October we like to create special days that allow an opportunity for discounts on Saturdays & Sundays!   September 21 - Special Needs Day - Free Admission for all adults and children with special needs   September 28-29 - First Responders Weekend - All active military, nurses, fire-fighters, police officers, EMT etc. - Free Admission (must show valid/active ID)   October 5 - Dog Days - all proceeds collected from Doggy Admission on this day go to local animal centered non-profit   October 12 - Big Foot Day - Play our Big Foot Scavenger Hunt game an

Come enjoy some Irish Jam! 4$ pints (exclude tulip beers)

Join us every Sunday afternoon when Guild House Games brings loads of board games to Lola's Place for your pleasure! Compete in your favorite game or try a new one! Meet new friends and enjoy a taco and beverage! It's so easy...just show up and we do the rest!

This one hour talk will explore why everyone's unbreakable connection to an all-good, all-loving God gives everyone permanent worth, bringing progress, hope and healing to all. It will illustrate that, since every cause needs an effect, God the only Cause, needs an effect. And that is where we all come in--we are each needed as the effect of God.

Come one, come all, for the most delicious way to support The Good Food Collective! Dinner provided by Chou Chou and wines provided by EsoTerra, we couldn't be more excited! Proceeds head direct to the Good Food Collective.   Menu  Assorted Apple Pairings  Local honey, cheese, bitter greens and herbs  Roasted Carrot and Radishes  Served over garlic cannellini purée  Root Soup with Gougères  Assorted root vegetables, served with cheesy choux puffs  Fall Vegetable Quinoa Salad  Local greens with shaved beets, apples and fennel tossed in apple cider vinaigrette, topped with goat cheese and pecans  Autumnal Pasta Tossed in roasted squash and mascarpone sauce topped with rosemary bread crumb  Seasonal Dessert

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!

One of The Strater's favorite talents, Jose Villarreal is originally from Antonito, CO in the San Luis Valley. His roots are deep in the Four Corners with family residing here since the 1800s, and he has been here since 1981. Jose started playing music at the age of nine and shortly after playing his first gig at his sister's birthday party when he was ten. Jose plays a variety of music including rock, country, Spanish, blues, funk, easy listening, along with other styles. He has a few originals but mostly plays cover songs. He has opened for some great names including Molly Hatchett, Alabama, Mark Chestnut, Tracy Byrd, Sammy Kershaw, .38 Special, Doobie Brothers, and Darrel Singletary. Jose currently plays in two bands, a hard rock/blues band, and a variety band as well as staying very busy with solo music.

HSD Subs Provided by Unify Mountain Soundz  $42 / $45 / 21+   Ott has been messing about with sound boxes every day for as long as he can remember. Having spent the '90s flitting between his day-job as a freelance studio engineer and long weekends under the stars at psychedelic trance parties, the obvious next step, as the millennium turned, was to create music of his own from the jumble of sounds which filled his head.    About every four years or so an album coalesces from the chaos, heads out into the world and takes on a life of its own.    Bloomurian is the electronic music & DJ project of Robin Liepman (Bloom), originally from California, and currently Colorado based. Bloomurian's style ranges from Folktronica & World Bass to Psychedelic Bass, Organic House, DnB, and beyond, fusing face-melting, heart-opening, soul-awakening multidimensional frequencies.   DJ I-Gene a Colorado Native currently residing in Durango, spins all Vinyl Reggae-Dub sets and has had the opportunity to perform his all vinyl Reggae sets at venues across the state of Colorado such as Telluride Town Park, Animas City Theatre, Cervantes Masterpiece Ballroom, The Fox Theater, The Aggie Theatre, The Belly Up Aspen, Sheridan Opera House, Fly Me to the Moon Saloon, Rise & Vibes at Tico Time River Resort and has shared the stage with Michael Franti & Spearhead, Thievery Corporation, See-I, Don Carlos, Micheal Rose, Dr. Israel, Pato Banton, John Browns Body, Anthony B, The Itals, The Melodians, The Meditations, Julian & Stephen Marley, Chali 2na, The Reverend Horton Heat, JJ Grey & Mofro, Ozomatli, Sister Carol, and many more.

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Embark on an Incredible Journey Through the San Juan Mountains 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 layover in the historic mining town of Silverton to enjoy the sights, shopping, food, and libations that Silverton offers. We've been in continuous operation running trains on this 45-mile branch of the original Denver & Rio Grande Railway since 1882. Much of the scenery remains unchanged since those historic days. Soak in the views, listen as the steam whistle echoes through the canyon, hear the vintage locomotive work to pull the train up the grades. If you long to unwind and enjoy Colorado nature at its finest, this is the trip for you.   More About This Excursion  Departing from the Durango Depot, this unforgettable trip takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River on your way to the historic mining town of Silverton.   There will be up to two steam departures depending on the date. The Silverton Steam Train departs daily at 9:00AM 5/4/24-10/26/24 and 9:45 AM 8/30/24-10/12/24.   Diesel Excursions run 5/21/24-10/12/24. The Silverton Diesel Train departs at 8:15AM daily.   On all of these train excursions, you will experience the iconic Horseshoe Curve, High Bridge and all of the Animas River Gorge including all of the spectacular views from the High Line. These trains include a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase. Click here to see the concession menu.   Skyway Tour (bus/train or train/bus) service options are available for the 2024 Silverton summer season excursions.   There will be two bus departures available daily beginning May 21, 2024 running through October 12, 2024.   The first deluxe motor coach departs Durango at 9:30am and arrives at Silverton at 11:00am. It then departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The second deluxe motor coach departs from Durango at 10:15am and arrives in Silverton at 11:45am. It departs from Silverton at 2:45pm and arrives in Durango at 4:15pm.   The bus service is available 7 days a week May 21 through October 12th. (no bus service on May 25)

For those seeking the highlight reel of Durango's early history, beginning in 1881, through the lens of the Historic Downtown Durango District (Main Avenue). This is a must-do for locals to learn where actual notorious Wild West events happened (as opposed to the lore) to share with your guests. Both tourists and locals alike will walk away with a very different view of Durango and a deeper appreciation.   Buffalo soldiers, Native Americans, outlaws, Chinese restaurateurs, railroad workers, miners, freed slaves, and "soiled doves" were amongst the melting pot that was Durango. Sometimes things went awry and all hell broke loose. As a result, you will visit the hanging sites and location of the epic gunfight between the Sheriff and the Marshall amongst others.    This tour meets at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot (479 Main Avenue; gather at the horse sculptures out front). Please note this is a one-way walk up Main Avenue. We will end near Maria's Bookstore (960 Main Avenue). On this approximately 1 hour and 15 minute tour we will not enter establishments. This makes it an option for those with mobility restrictions (be prepared for uneven Durango sidewalks) and well-behaved dogs (please give advance notice). After the tour you will be right on time for lunch at any of our wonderful downtown restaurants; now with a newfound appreciation of Durango. 

Thank you for sharing your work! The Durango Arts Center is pleased to invite all local artists to submit their "Spooktacular" artwork for the 2024 Community Art Exhibit, "The Dark Side of the Mind", A Terrifyingly Creative Event!

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.

Scenes and descriptive stories about landscapes can be the most evocative pieces of literature to read, but they can also be the hardest to write. In a two-hour workshop with environmental journalist, and author of the books Powder Days and Downriver, Heather Hansman, we'll cover the elements that make descriptive, narrative scenes work well; practice writing exercises; and workshop our own scenes about the places we love and care about. Come with writing supplies and be ready to work on your craft. Food and drinks provided! Register online at durangogov.org/library to attend. This a bilingual program/es un programa bilingüe!

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 the Grand Imperial Hotel in Silverton. After moving to Durango and attending Fort Lewis he played in bands in Farquarhts, the Sundance Saloon, Scootin' Blues and Purgy's Pub among others. His band Dog at Large was quite popular throughout the 90's and into the 2000's. Gary's primary inspiration for playing guitar were The Beatles although before that he was a Kingston Trio fan. Over the years Gary's influences have expanded to include Dylan, CS&N, The Eagles and others from that genre.

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