Featured Happenings
Aug
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16
10:00am / Buckley Park
Aug
16
16
11:00am / Durango Sustainable Goods
Aug
17
17
8:00am / Crow Canyon Archaeological Center
Aug
18
18
6:00pm / Four Corners Gem and Mineral Club
Aug
20
20
5:00pm / Animas River Lounge at the DoubleTree Hotel
Aug
23
23
1:00pm / Buckley Park
Aug
29
29
4:00pm / Memorial Park (29th Street Put-in)
Sep
25
25
4:30pm / Camping, Fishing, MTB
Family events
Scenic Round Trip Silverton Train - Steam
8:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding 3 1/2 hours each way on this train while spending a nearly 2 hour...
San Juan Nature Walks
10:00am / Andrews Lake Upper Parking Area
Want to know more about nature? Flora, fauna, geology, clouds, water, you name it: our trusty crew of volunteer naturalists can enlighten you while on...
Back to School Giveaway
10:00am / Wendy Most State Farm
High School students, come grab a free goodie bag just for you! All high school students welcome. No RSVP needed but supplies are limited so come early!
Camp EKKO - Winnebago Event
12:00pm / Purgatory Resort
Join fellow Winnebago EKKO owners (and prospective owners) for Camp EKKO - Winnebago Event, a three-day rally at Purgatory Resort in Durango, Colorado!
Camp...
Friday Fun
3:30pm / Durango Public Library
Friday afternoons are all about having fun building, playing, exploring, and creating together!
During the Summer: STEAM activities or Lego building...
Teen After Hours Board Game Night
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
Do you like card and board games? Choose from a selection of our board game collection & try something new or replay your favorites! Whether you are...
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....
Durango Star Party
7:30pm / SJMA's Durango Nature Center
Join SJMA and the Durango Astronomical Society for our second year of summer star party series located at SJMA's Durango Nature Center!
All...
Camp EKKO - Winnebago Event
8:00am / Purgatory Resort
Join fellow Winnebago EKKO owners (and prospective owners) for Camp EKKO - Winnebago Event, a three-day rally at Purgatory Resort in Durango, Colorado!
Camp...
Scenic Round Trip Silverton Train - Steam
8:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding 3 1/2 hours each way on this train while spending a nearly 2 hour...
Bayfield Farmers Market
8:00am / Bayfield Farmers Market
Celebrating National Honey Bee Day!
Family friendly event celebrating everything BEE and HONEY.
Fresh, local produce, meats,...
Fast and Curious 5K Fun Run
8:30am / Santa Rita Park
Walk or run, bring your family or yourself and exercise your body and mind in the Durango Adult Education's Fast and Curious 5K Fun Run. The event...
Art in Motion (AiM) by Uncharted Lines
10:00am / Buckley Park
Art in Motion (AiM) is a free, one-day community event celebrating movement, creativity, and connection through slacklining. Join us at Buckley Park on...
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 Flea Market
7:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center
Come check out all the great deals we have to offer!
Join us for all the amazing deals at the Durango Flea Market at the La Plata County...
Camp EKKO - Winnebago Event
8:00am / Purgatory Resort
Join fellow Winnebago EKKO owners (and prospective owners) for Camp EKKO - Winnebago Event, a three-day rally at Purgatory Resort in Durango, Colorado!
Camp...
Scenic Round Trip Silverton Train - Steam
8:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding 3 1/2 hours each way on this train while spending a nearly 2 hour...
Walk & Wonder
11:00am / White Rabbit Books & Curiosities
Meet up with like-minded individuals looking to get out, walk, and explore the beauty of the Animas River Trail and beyond — whimsy and wonder await...
Scenic Round Trip Silverton Train - Steam ALL WEEK
8:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding 3 1/2 hours each way on this train while spending a nearly 2 hour...
Camp EKKO - Winnebago Event
12:00pm / Purgatory Resort
Join fellow Winnebago EKKO owners (and prospective owners) for Camp EKKO – Winnebago Event, a three-day rally at Purgatory Resort in Durango, Colorado!
Camp...
Movie Monday - Dog Man (PG)
2:00pm / Fort Lewis Mesa Library
Free family-friendly movies each Monday until school starts!
Pokemon Play & Trade
3:00pm / Guild House Games
Free to Play
Ages 7+ (Must be able to read)
Learn to play.
Play Pokemon with others.
Beginners are welcome.
Trade w/ others.
Chess Club
6:30pm / Guild House Games
Free to play
Join other players in the community
You just need to show up, we will supply the boards and men
Youth Chess Club
4:00pm / Durango Public Library
Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. Meet fellow enthusiasts, improve your game, and enjoy friendly competition at the library. For ages 9+....
Share Your Garden
4:30pm / Animas Valley Grange
Bring your surplus garden produce to Animas Valley Grange on Thursdays from 4:30-6 pm. We will distribute to community members in need of fresh veggies...
San Juan Nature Walks
10:00am / Andrews Lake Upper Parking Area
Want to know more about nature? Flora, fauna, geology, clouds, water, you name it: our trusty crew of volunteer naturalists can enlighten you while on...
Friday Fun
3:30pm / Durango Public Library
Friday afternoons are all about having fun building, playing, exploring, and creating together!
During the Summer: STEAM activities or Lego building...
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....
The Style Gathering - A Retail Warehouse Sale
9:00am / Lab Plata County Fairgrounds
We’re back for round two! Join us for the second edition of our exclusive one-day-only event featuring a curated lineup of independently-owned boutiques....
Durango Flea Market
7:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center
Come check out all the great deals we have to offer!
Join us for all the amazing deals at the Durango Flea Market at the La Plata County...
Walk & Wonder
11:00am / White Rabbit Books & Curiosities
Meet up with like-minded individuals looking to get out, walk, and explore the beauty of the Animas River Trail and beyond — whimsy and wonder await...
2025 Annual Dems Picnic
4:30pm / Junction Creek Campground
Dig out that tried n' true potluck recipe and meet us at Junction Creek Campground for the La Plata Dems Annual Picnic! It’s a casual, come-as-you-are...
Scenic Round Trip Silverton Train - Steam ALL WEEK
8:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
For a truly unforgettable step back in time, enjoy a leisurely trip to yesteryear riding 3 1/2 hours each way on this train while spending a nearly 2 hour...
Pokemon Play & Trade
3:00pm / Guild House Games
Free to Play
Ages 7+ (Must be able to read)
Learn to play.
Play Pokemon with others.
Beginners are welcome.
Trade w/ others.
Chess Club
6:30pm / Guild House Games
Free to play
Join other players in the community
You just need to show up, we will supply the boards and men
Youth Chess Club
4:00pm / Durango Public Library
Drop-in chess games in a friendly environment. Meet fellow enthusiasts, improve your game, and enjoy friendly competition at the library. For ages 9+....
Fam Fest
5:00pm / Rotary Park
Join Durango Dance and your other favorite family-friendly organizations for a family festival at Rotary Park. Vendors will provide free activities while...
Share Your Garden
4:30pm / Animas Valley Grange
Bring your surplus garden produce to Animas Valley Grange on Thursdays from 4:30-6 pm. We will distribute to community members in need of fresh veggies...
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…...
San Juan Nature Walks
10:00am / Andrews Lake Upper Parking Area
Want to know more about nature? Flora, fauna, geology, clouds, water, you name it: our trusty crew of volunteer naturalists can enlighten you while on...
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....
Durango Flea Market
7:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center
Come check out all the great deals we have to offer!
Join us for all the amazing deals at the Durango Flea Market at the La Plata County...
Walk & Wonder
11:00am / White Rabbit Books & Curiosities
Meet up with like-minded individuals looking to get out, walk, and explore the beauty of the Animas River Trail and beyond — whimsy and wonder await...
Chautauque Presentation: Lincoln Tales Tall and True with Austin Gollaher
11:30am / Pine River Library
Austin Gollaher was born in Kentucky in 1807, making him two years older than his childhood friend, Abraham Lincoln. Gollaher saved Lincoln’s life when...
Share Your Garden
4:30pm / Animas Valley Grange
Bring your surplus garden produce to Animas Valley Grange on Thursdays from 4:30-6 pm. We will distribute to community members in need of fresh veggies...
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...
Purgatory Faux'teener Challenge
6:00am / Purgatory Resort
The Purgatory Faux'teener Challenge is a one-day endurance event. Participants ascend Lift 1 repeatedly until reaching 14,000 vertical feet, without...
Kiwanis Annual Pancake Day
7:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Join Kiwanis for pancakes, ham, eggs, and more. This is the Kiwanis Club of Durango's largest fundraiser, and allows us to support many programs in...
16th Annual Tour De Farms
8:30am / Christ the King - Peace Garden
Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m. Tour de Farms highlights what is unique, healthy and homegrown in the local agricultural and gardening community. This event...
Youth Marketing & Logistics Workshop + Launch Party
4:00pm / FLC Center of Innovation
Join us for this essential workshop + launch party to help you get fully prepared, confident, and excited for market day!
What’s Happening:
Market...
Share Your Garden
4:30pm / Animas Valley Grange
Bring your surplus garden produce to Animas Valley Grange on Thursdays from 4:30-6 pm. We will distribute to community members in need of fresh veggies...
4-H Night at the Bar-D
4:30pm / Bar-D Chuckwagon
Gates Open at 4:30 PM
Support La Plata County 4-H while enjoying an unforgettable evening at the Bar-D Chuckwagon! The night includes a silent auction,...
Durango Star Party
7:00pm / SJMA's Durango Nature Center
Join SJMA and the Durango Astronomical Society for our second year of summer star party series located at SJMA’s Durango Nature Center!
All...
Share Your Garden
4:30pm / Animas Valley Grange
Bring your surplus garden produce to Animas Valley Grange on Thursdays from 4:30-6 pm. We will distribute to community members in need of fresh veggies...
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...
Secret Circus Summer Series - All Ages Show
7:00pm / Animas City Theatre
Minors under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
7:00PM Doors at 6:00pm
All tickets sales are final and cannot...
Discover Your Family History
2:00pm / Pine River Library
Join genealogists from the Southwest Colorado Genealogical Society at the Pine River Library on to learn about ways to discover your family history. Genealogists...
Share Your Garden
4:30pm / Animas Valley Grange
Bring your surplus garden produce to Animas Valley Grange on Thursdays from 4:30-6 pm. We will distribute to community members in need of fresh veggies...
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…...
Southwest Colorado Walk to End Alzheimer's
9:00am / Rotary Park
Schedule of Events:
Registration 9am. | Ceremony 10am. | Walk immediately to follow
Are pets, strollers, bicycles and skates allowed...
Durango Cowboy Gathering
7:00pm / Doubletree Hotel
Celebrating our 37th year, the Durango Cowboy Gathering, has been a major part of Durango's western heritage and culture. Held the first weekend of October,...
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...
Animas Palooza “When Pigs Fly”
8:00am / Animas Air Park
This event is free and open to the public. Come check out the unique airplanes and the hangers at Animas Air Park. Learn about Durango Flight Tours, Durango...
33rd Annual Toy Run Before Christmas
10:00am / Bar D Chuckwagon
Beginning at Durango Harley-Davidson and ending at the historic Bar D Chuckwagon, where we’ll host a chili lunch, toy collection, silent auction, door...
Downtown Balloon Glow
6:00pm / 500 Block of Main Avenue
Come to the Downtown Durango Balloon Glow (weather permitting).
Hot air balloons will light up the sky in Downtown Durango at the balloon...
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...
Downtown Balloon Glow
6:00pm / 500 Block of Main Avenue
Come to the Downtown Durango Balloon Glow (weather permitting).
Hot air balloons will light up the sky in Downtown Durango at the balloon...
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!
Downtown Childrens Halloween
4:00pm / Downtown Durango
The little ghost and goblins fill the streets of Downtown Durango on October 31 for the Children's Halloween Event. This is a fun and safe option for kids...
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...
Guys Who Give Quarterly Impact Event
6:00pm / Lola's Place
We invite you to become part of Guys Who Give - Four Corners!
A dynamic and inspired group of local men who are interested in making a meaningful impact...
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…...
Singing with Santa - Reindeer Scavenger Hunt
10:00am / Downtown Durango
Calling all La Plata County littles! Santa's reindeer have escaped and are hiding in Downtown Durango and we need your help to find them all. While you're...
Singing with Santa
5:30pm / Buckley Park
Start off your holiday season with Singing with Santa. This annual family friendly event takes place the day after Thanksgiving.
Come join...
Guys Who Give Quarterly Impact Event
6:00pm / Lola's Place
We invite you to become part of Guys Who Give - Four Corners!
A dynamic and inspired group of local men who are interested in making a meaningful impact...
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...
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...
