Featured Happenings
Aug
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10:00am / Buckley Park
Aug
16
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11:00am / Durango Sustainable Goods
Aug
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8:00am / Crow Canyon Archaeological Center
Aug
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6:00pm / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
Aug
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3:00pm / Twin Buttes Farm Stand
Aug
20
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5:00pm / Animas River Lounge at the DoubleTree Hotel
Aug
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1:00pm / Buckley Park
Aug
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4:00pm / Memorial Park (29th Street Put-in)
Sep
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4:30pm / Camping, Fishing, MTB
Art events
Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up
11:00am / Durango Sustainable Goods
FuZioN Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up! Join us downtown every third Saturday for custom-fit, clasp-less bracelets, anklets & necklaces - fused with love...
Painting Party - Vallecito Lake
7:00pm / 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...
Cloisonne Project
6:00pm / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
In this two-evening class, students will take a deep dive into one of the most iconic and beautiful metal art forms: cloisonne enamel.
Enamel...
Live Standup Comedy with Ryan O'Flanagan (New Girl, Abbott Elementary)
6:30pm / Lower Left Studio
Get ready to laugh, Durango! Los Angeles-based comedian and actor Ryan O'Flanagan is bringing his sharp wit and hilarious storytelling to Lower Left...
Durango Open Studio Tour - Call for Artists
8:00am / Durango Open Studio Tour
Durango Open Studio Tour
October 17-19, 2025
https://www.durangoopenstudiotour.com/
durangoopenstudiotour@gmail.com
Event...
Cloisonne Project
6:00pm / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
In this two-evening class, students will take a deep dive into one of the most iconic and beautiful metal art forms: cloisonne enamel.
Enamel...
Sip & Stitch - Craft and Wine
4:00pm / Durango Winery
Bring a craft to work on and get 25% off glasses of our locally produced wine. Please no projects involving glitter or paint...
Open Mic Night
7:00pm / Tangled Horn
Hosted by Ryan Blundell and Galen Clark. Bring your talents just to practice or to show off! The super welcoming hosts can provide some backup instrumentation...
Pagosa Springs Artists Studio Tour
10:00am / Various studios
Local artists open their studios to share their creative process. Self-guided, free.
Exploring Watercolors With Jadi
2:00pm / Picasso & Vino
Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you learn basic fundamentals of liquid watercolors! We'll be using droppers, brushes & botanicals...
Ragged Oak, The Western Wallflowers, & Westfield
6:30pm / Cold Storage Art Co
Distorted guitars, ambient soundscapes, projection, and unapologetic artist expression. Tickets are $10 at the door.
Treasure Hunt
7:00pm / The Subterrain (entrance on 9th)
We really like a good treasure hunt...
Naturally, we wanted to make one for you to come experience in our one-of-a-kind Subterrain space....
Pagosa Springs Artists Studio Tour
10:00am / Various studios
Local artists open their studios to share their creative process. Self-guided, free.
Sip & Scene: Aspen Landscapes
5:00pm / Sun Sapphires
Unwind, sip, and create!
Join us for a relaxed and inspiring happy hour class where art meets indulgence. Enjoy complimentary drinks while...
Painting Party - The Back Road to Silverton
7:00pm / 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...
Pagosa Springs Artists Studio Tour
10:00am / Various studios
Local artists open their studios to share their creative process. Self-guided, free.
Painting Party - Moonlit Trees
7:00pm / 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...
Sip & Stitch - Craft and Wine
4:00pm / Durango Winery
Bring a craft to work on and get 25% off glasses of our locally produced wine. Please no projects involving glitter or paint...
Open Mic Poetry Nite
6:00pm / Create Art & Tea
Are you a Writer? Poet? Lyricist? Spoken Word? Musician? Actor?
Our open mic nite is for you -or- just stop in and enjoy the journey. All are welcome…...
Painting Party - Psychedelic Sunset
6:00pm / 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...
Open Mic Night
7:00pm / Tangled Horn
Hosted by Ryan Blundell and Galen Clark. Bring your talents just to practice or to show off! The super welcoming hosts can provide some backup instrumentation...
Live Standup Comedy with Rodney Norman
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Get ready for an excellent night of live stand-up comedy, Durango! Social media sensation Rodney Norman is coming to the Durango Arts Center with his honest,...
The Great Animas City Night Bazaar
4:00pm / Memorial Park (29th Street Put-in)
This season, we're going all in on one Great Bazaar, featuring our usual unusual medley of river pirates, local artists, tasty vittles, lip-smacking...
Treasure Hunt
7:00pm / The Subterrain (entrance on 9th)
We really like a good treasure hunt...
Naturally, we wanted to make one for you to come experience in our one-of-a-kind Subterrain space....
Live Music Intimate Concert w/ Tree Theater & The Heat of Noon ft. Poems by Patty
7:00pm / River's Edge Wellness Center Rooftop
There will be floor seating, room to dance, tables, wellness drinks -including KAVA, and a cocktail menu.
This event is free and for everyone...
Go With the Flow - Fluid Art
7:00pm / Picasso & Vino
Absolutely no experience needed!
Join us for an exciting session of creating a beautiful fluid art piece. You'll get a basic color...
Darryl Kuntz
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Enjoy mellow and lively jazz as you watch local pianist, Darryl Kuntz play his favorites at The Diamond Belle Saloon.
Darryl Kuntz
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Enjoy mellow and lively jazz as you watch local pianist, Darryl Kuntz play his favorites at The Diamond Belle Saloon.
An Evening with Harriet Tubman
6:00pm / Ignacio Community Library
Join us for an evening with Chautauqua Speaker Becky Stone, who will give a presentation and answer questions as famed abolitionist and Underground Railroad...
Darryl Kuntz
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Enjoy mellow and lively jazz as you watch local pianist, Darryl Kuntz play his favorites at The Diamond Belle Saloon.
Darryl Kuntz
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Enjoy mellow and lively jazz as you watch local pianist, Darryl Kuntz play his favorites at The Diamond Belle Saloon.
Durango First Friday
4:00pm / Downtown Durango
Celebrate Durango's creative side! Hosted by the Durango Creative District, explore this evening of music, original performances, featured artist...
The ArtRoom Collective First Friday Artist Social
5:30pm / The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley Bldg
Join us for an ArtRoom Artist Social! All are welcome to come talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired....
Darryl Kuntz
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Enjoy mellow and lively jazz as you watch local pianist, Darryl Kuntz play his favorites at The Diamond Belle Saloon.
Darryl Kuntz
6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon
Enjoy mellow and lively jazz as you watch local pianist, Darryl Kuntz play his favorites at The Diamond Belle Saloon.
Crafternoons
4:00pm / Durango Public Library
Crafting isn't just fun, it's fundamental for mental health, relaxation, and happiness! Come and explore our awesome craft supplies each month. Follow...
Chasing Ghosts: A Ride with the American West's Most Notorious Outlaw
6:30pm / Center of Southwest Studies - Lyceum
A Conversation with Brett Davis and Andrew Gulliford
A modern-day crew of adventurers goes back in time to the age of the western outlaw...
Autumn Gallery Walk
5:00pm / Toh-Atin Gallery
As part of Durango's Annual Autumn Gallery Walk,Toh-Atin Gallery will feature a vintage jewelry collection featuring over 150 new items from a very special...
Durango Art Galleries Autumn Gallery Walk
5:00pm / Downtown Durango and the Smiley Building
Durango's ten art galleries invite you to join them in celebrating Fall! Meet our artists, see our new collections, enjoy a cultural, social event on the...
Live Stand-Up: Naomi Karavani (Comedy Central, NPR)
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Featured on Comedy Central and NPR, NYC comedian and writer Naomi Karavani brings her razor-sharp, darkly funny stand-up to the Durango Arts Center this...
Durango Autumn Arts Festival
10:00am / Durango Arts Center
Celebrating 31 years of presenting fine art and fine craft by makers from around the country, this festival takes place amidst the fall colors on quaint...
Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up
11:00am / Durango Sustainable Goods
FuZioN Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up! Join us downtown every third Saturday for custom-fit, clasp-less bracelets, anklets & necklaces —fused with love...
Durango Autumn Arts Festival
10:00am / Durango Arts Center
Celebrating 31 years of presenting fine art and fine craft by makers from around the country, this festival takes place amidst the fall colors on quaint...
Prong Setting
1:00pm / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
In this 3 1/2 to hour class you will learn how to make a soldered prong setting. This technique works well for irregular shaped objects such as ammonites...
Prong Setting
6:00pm / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
In this 3 1/2 to hour class you will learn how to make a soldered prong setting. This technique works well for irregular shaped objects such as ammonites...
Secret Circus Summer Series
7:00pm / Animas City Theatre
7:00PM Doors at 6:00PM
All tickets sales are final and cannot be exchanged or used for a different night.
Seated Event - seat selection...
Open Mic Poetry Nite
6:00pm / Create Art & Tea
Are you a Writer? Poet? Lyricist? Spoken Word? Musician? Actor?
Our open mic nite is for you -or- just stop in and enjoy the journey. All are welcome…...
Overlay Bracelet
10:00am / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
In this six-hour, one day class (choose either Saturday or Sunday), you will create a sterling silver bracelet with overlay, a technique that involves...
Overlay Bracelet
10:00am / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
In this six-hour, one day class (choose either Saturday or Sunday), you will create a sterling silver bracelet with overlay, a technique that involves...
Horizons Fall Photography Conference
4:00pm / Sky Ute Casino Resort and Hotel
Elevate your photography skills, explore new creative ideas and concepts, and connect with like-minded nature photographers who share your passion for...
Horizons Fall Photography Conference
8:00am / Sky Ute Casino Resort and Hotel
Elevate your photography skills, explore new creative ideas and concepts, and connect with like-minded nature photographers who share your passion for...
Durango First Friday
4:00pm / Downtown Durango
Celebrate Durango’s creative side! Hosted by the Durango Creative District, explore this evening of music, original performances, featured artist showcases...
The ArtRoom Collective First Friday Artist Social
5:30pm / The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley Bldg
Join us for an ArtRoom Artist Social! All are welcome to come talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired....
Horizons Fall Photography Conference
8:00am / Sky Ute Casino Resort and Hotel
Elevate your photography skills, explore new creative ideas and concepts, and connect with like-minded nature photographers who share your passion for...
Horizons Fall Photography Conference
8:00am / Sky Ute Casino Resort and Hotel
Elevate your photography skills, explore new creative ideas and concepts, and connect with like-minded nature photographers who share your passion for...
Crafternoons
4:00pm / Durango Public Library
Crafting isn't just fun, it's fundamental for mental health, relaxation, and happiness! Come and explore our awesome craft supplies each month. Follow...
Durango Public Library Lit Fest Author Event: Katie Arnold
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
Author, journalist ultra runner Katie Arnold will be in conversation with local writer Heather Hansman. Arnold is a longtime journalist and bestselling...
Durango Public Library Lit Fest Keynote Author Event: Peter Heller
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
THURSDAY 10/16 | 6PM-8PM
Join Colorado novelist and adventure writer Peter Heller for our 2025 Literature Festival Author Keynote event! The evening will...
Live Stand-Up: Jamie Wolf (NY’s Funniest, Comedy Cellar)
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Winner of the 2024 NY’s Funniest competition and a regular at NYC’s world-famous Comedy Cellar, Jamie Wolf is bringing his sharp stand-up to the Durango...
Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up
11:00am / Durango Sustainable Goods
FuZioN Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up! Join us downtown every third Saturday for custom-fit, clasp-less bracelets, anklets & necklaces —fused with love...
Open Mic Poetry Nite
6:00pm / Create Art & Tea
Are you a Writer? Poet? Lyricist? Spoken Word? Musician? Actor?
Our open mic nite is for you -or- just stop in and enjoy the journey. All are welcome…...
Elevated Auto Enthusiasts & Durango Harley-Davidson 3rd Annual Trunks or Treat
2:00pm / Durango Harley-Davidson
Join us for our 3rd annual Trunks or Treat event at the North Parking lot! Costumes, decorated cars and bikes, and, of course, plenty of Candy!
Durango First Friday
4:00pm / Downtown Durango
Celebrate Durango’s creative side! Hosted by the Durango Creative District, explore this evening of music, original performances, featured artist showcases...
The ArtRoom Collective First Friday Artist Social
5:30pm / The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley Bldg
Join us for an ArtRoom Artist Social! All are welcome to come talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired....
Crafternoons
4:00pm / Durango Public Library
Crafting isn't just fun, it's fundamental for mental health, relaxation, and happiness! Come and explore our awesome craft supplies each month. Follow...
Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up
11:00am / Durango Sustainable Goods
FuZioN Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up! Join us downtown every third Saturday for custom-fit, clasp-less bracelets, anklets & necklaces —fused with love...
Open Mic Poetry Nite
6:00pm / Create Art & Tea
Are you a Writer? Poet? Lyricist? Spoken Word? Musician? Actor?
Our open mic nite is for you -or- just stop in and enjoy the journey. All are welcome…...
Durango First Friday
4:00pm / Downtown Durango
Celebrate Durango’s creative side! Hosted by the Durango Creative District, explore this evening of music, original performances, featured artist showcases...
The ArtRoom Collective First Friday Artist Social
5:30pm / The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley Bldg
Join us for an ArtRoom Artist Social! All are welcome to come talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired....
Crafternoons
4:00pm / Durango Public Library
Crafting isn't just fun, it's fundamental for mental health, relaxation, and happiness! Come and explore our awesome craft supplies each month. Follow...
Frosty's Craft Fair
9:00am / Bayfield High School
Enjoy a full day of Christmas shopping at Frosty's Craft Fair. Vendors, food, door prizes, silent auction. Free entry! This is a great opportunity to pick...
Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up
11:00am / Durango Sustainable Goods
FuZioN Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up! Join us downtown every third Saturday for custom-fit, clasp-less bracelets, anklets & necklaces —fused with love...
Durango Galleries Spring Gallery Walk
5:00pm / Durango Galleries Spring Gallery Walk
Durango's twelve art galleries invite you to join them in celebrating Spring! Meet our artists, see our new collections, enjoy a cultural, social...
