Featured Happenings
Art events
Juried Members Show
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Barbara Conrad Gallery
Local member artists have envisioned Colorado - the Next 150 years in a variety of media. The exhibit allows artists and audiences to imagine Colorado’s...
Botanical Watercolor Painting Workshop - Flowers and blooms
5:00pm / Durango Botanic Gardens
Join me for an evening at the Durango Botanic Gardens and learn to capture plants in watercolor!
The workshop will be fluid and will have...
Free Community Sound Bath for Service & Hospitality Workers
5:30pm / The Smiley Building, Room 24
Take an hour to rest, reset, and reconnect with yourself. As part of the Durango Creates! Grant, Solum Life Therapy is offering a free community sound...
Word Honey: Free Poetry Workshop
6:00pm / The Hive
Write and create original works with us!
Join us for a free poetry workshop! All are welcome.
West Coast Swing Beginner Series
6:30pm / The Durango Collective
Start your West Coast Swing journey! Learn the 5 basic patterns of West Coast Swing in a fun, supportive setting. This series is designed to give you a...
Juried Members Show
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Barbara Conrad Gallery
Local member artists have envisioned Colorado - the Next 150 years in a variety of media. The exhibit allows artists and audiences to imagine Colorado’s...
Juried Members Show
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Barbara Conrad Gallery
Local member artists have envisioned Colorado - the Next 150 years in a variety of media. The exhibit allows artists and audiences to imagine Colorado’s...
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...
FuZion Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up
4:00pm / Sustainable Goods + Revival Goods
Kick off your weekend with a little sparkle. Swing by Sustainable Goods after work, bring. a friend, and treat yourself to something fun! Enjoy FuZion...
Glassblowing Demonstration & Artist Social
4:00pm / The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley Bldg
Glassblowing FUN….damentals! Please come join Patricia Davidson for a glassblowing/flame working demonstration. Come learn about the magic, alchemy and...
First Friday Open House: music, art, refreshments
4:30pm / TohAtin Gallery
Live music by Leah Orlikowski
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New jewelry selection by Sylvana Apache and Randy Secatero.
Pottery and paintings by Santa Clara and Kiowa artist Dean...
Tony De Luz: Street Level
5:00pm / Blue Rain Gallery
Join us for August First Friday and an artist reception featuring Street Level, an exhibition of new paintings by Tony De Luz.
Rooted in...
First Friday Poetry
5:00pm / The Rochester Hotel
The Rochester Hotel presents Durango Open Mic Poetry Night
On a hot August evening, come cool off beneath the trees in the beautiful Rochester...
First Friday ArtRoom
5:30pm / ArtRoom Collective at The Smiley
All are welcome to talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired. Hope to see you there!
The...
Improv Comedy: Back to School Improv
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Class is in session, y'all! "Back to School" Improv is taking over the Durango Arts Center! This high-energy night of completely unscripted...
Sidewalk Sale, Wall Art on the Portico
9:00am / Toh-Atin Gallery
In conjunction with Durango Farmer's Market on Main Ave., we are displaying wall art on the covered sidewalk in front of the gallery. 30% off a lot of...
Live Painting Demonstration
10:00am / Blue Rain Gallery
Join us for a live artist demonstration with Tony De Luz, happening alongside Durango Farmers Market Second Saturdays on Main Ave. Stop by to watch Tony...
Juried Members Show
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Barbara Conrad Gallery
Local member artists have envisioned Colorado - the Next 150 years in a variety of media. The exhibit allows artists and audiences to imagine Colorado’s...
Poetry by the River - White Rabbit Books Open Mic
12:00pm / White Rabbit Books & Curiosities
The Summer Season Finale
Join us beside the Animas River as we close a wonderful summer season of poetry, stories, inspiration and community.
This...
The Raven Narratives Live Storytelling Slam; Odd Jobs
7:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ
This is a slam event where audience members tell their stories on the Raven Narratives stage.
Bring your ' odd job' story to share!
Paint and Drip
12:00pm / Just the Drip inside Durango Fitness
Come join us at Just the Drip located inside Durango Fitness. All paint supplies will be provided as well as a complementay lattee. Price is $20/ person....
2026 Durango Open Studio Tour - Call for Artists
8:00am / Artist Studios around town
Your Studio. Your Art. Your Weekend to Shine.
Registration is open for the 2026 Durango Open Studio Tour August 6-21!
The Durango...
Juried Members Show
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Barbara Conrad Gallery
Local member artists have envisioned Colorado - the Next 150 years in a variety of media. The exhibit allows artists and audiences to imagine Colorado’s...
Watercolor Landscape Painting Workshop
5:00pm / Molas Lake
Join me at Molas Lake for an evening of plein air watercolor painting in the mountains! There will be three sessions - every one will be slightly different...
Tuesday Trivia
6:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join us for Trivia Night on the waterfall deck featuring weekly prizes as well as a weekly giveaway for $25 and $50 gift cards to Ernie’s Bar or The...
Coptic Stitch Bookmaking, pt. 1
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
A two-part series!
Part 1: Create a book or journal using the Coptic bookbinding stitch, which allows the book to lay completely flat when...
Juried Members Show
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Barbara Conrad Gallery
Local member artists have envisioned Colorado - the Next 150 years in a variety of media. The exhibit allows artists and audiences to imagine Colorado’s...
Sound Bath for the 2SLGBTQ+ Community
5:30pm / The Smiley Building
Join us for a restorative evening of sound and connection designed to celebrate and support Durango’s 2SLGBTQ+ community. As part of the Durango Creates!...
Sip & Paint
6:00pm / Barons Creek Vineyards
Picasso & Vino and Barons Creek Vineyards team up.
Join us for painting, sipping, and fun!
A different painting idea...
West Coast Swing Beginner Series
6:30pm / The Durango Collective
Start your West Coast Swing journey! Learn the 5 basic patterns of West Coast Swing in a fun, supportive setting. This series is designed to give you a...
Juried Members Show
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Barbara Conrad Gallery
Local member artists have envisioned Colorado - the Next 150 years in a variety of media. The exhibit allows artists and audiences to imagine Colorado’s...
Juried Members Show
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Barbara Conrad Gallery
Local member artists have envisioned Colorado - the Next 150 years in a variety of media. The exhibit allows artists and audiences to imagine Colorado’s...
Friday Afternoon Club Market
3:00pm / Breen Community Building
We are a new growing market in the Breen/Hesperus area and are currently the only market between Durango and Mancos. Come shop with us on the second Friday...
Lake House Soft Opening and Makers Market
10:00am / The Lakehouse
Come join us at beautiful Lake Vallecito for a fun filled day! We have a new venue opening in town that will be available for weddings, parties, and...
Juried Members Show
12:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Barbara Conrad Gallery
Local member artists have envisioned Colorado - the Next 150 years in a variety of media. The exhibit allows artists and audiences to imagine Colorado’s...
Botanical Watercolor Painting Workshop - Capturing the character of plants
5:00pm / Durango Botanic Gardens
Join me for an evening at the Durango Botanic Gardens and learn to capture plants in watercolor!
The workshop will be fluid and will have...
Tuesday Trivia
6:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join us for Trivia Night on the waterfall deck featuring weekly prizes as well as a weekly giveaway for $25 and $50 gift cards to Ernie’s Bar or The...
Garden Gnome Craft Workshop
6:00pm / Durango Winery
Gnome sweet gnome!
Join this crafty class by Smash-a-Craft to paint and personalize your perfect little garden companion.
Each...
Community Sound Bath — Para la Comunidad Hispana / The Hispanic Community
5:30pm / The Smiley Building
Take an hour to rest, breathe, and reconnect through sound. As part of the Durango Creates! Grant, Solum Life Therapy invites Durango’s Hispanic and...
Word Honey: Free Poetry Workshop
6:00pm / The Hive
Write and create original works with us!
Join us for a free poetry workshop! All are welcome.
West Coast Swing Beginner Series
6:30pm / The Durango Collective
Start your West Coast Swing journey! Learn the 5 basic patterns of West Coast Swing in a fun, supportive setting. This series is designed to give you a...
Pondering Pines Maker's Market
10:00am / Weminuche Woodfire Grill
Come to Beautiful Lake Vallecito and enjoy our last Maker's Market of the season! This is sure to be a fabulous day so plan to stay and have lunch ...
Tuesday Trivia
6:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join us for Trivia Night on the waterfall deck featuring weekly prizes as well as a weekly giveaway for $25 and $50 gift cards to Ernie’s Bar or The...
Coptic Stitch Bookmaking, pt. 2
6:00pm / Durango Public Library
A two-part series!
Part 1: Create a book or journal using the Coptic bookbinding stitch, which allows the book to lay completely flat when...
Community Sound Bath for First Responders, Healthcare Providers & Caregivers
5:30pm / The Smiley Building
Take an hour to rest, breathe, and restore. As part of the Durango Creates! Grant, Solum Life Therapy invites Durango’s first responders, healthcare...
Following your Passion: A Woman’s Fly-fishing Journey
6:30pm / Center of Southwest Studies at FLC, Lyceum (Room 120)
Free + Open to All!
Librarian by trade and angler at heart, Shelley Walchak gravitated towards fly-fishing later in life and was inspired in 2012...
West Coast Swing Beginner Series
6:30pm / The Durango Collective
Start your West Coast Swing journey! Learn the 5 basic patterns of West Coast Swing in a fun, supportive setting. This series is designed to give you a...
Watercolor Landscape Painting Workshop
5:00pm / Molas Lake
Join me at Molas Lake for an evening of plein air watercolor painting in the mountains! There will be three sessions - every one will be slightly different...
Durango Poetry Open Mic
5:30pm / The Subterrain (entrance on 9th)
The Secret Entrance: Don’t let the 900 Main Avenue address fool you—the magic happens underground. Look for the “GO DOWN” sandwich board on the...
Stand Up Comedy: Ontonio Kareem (The Tonight Show, Don't Tell Comedy)
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
Get ready for an insanely funny night of comedy right in your backyard!
Debuting on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon & winning the...
Exploring Collage
1:00pm / Durango Public Library
Learn about the art of collage and then make your own!
We will briefly investigate the history and makers of 20 and 21st century collage,...
Botanical Watercolor Painting Workshop - Trees/shrubs
5:00pm / Durango Botanic Gardens
Join me for an evening at the Durango Botanic Gardens and learn to capture plants in watercolor!
The workshop will be fluid and will have...
Botanical Watercolor Painting Workshop - Trees and Shrubs
5:00pm / Durango Botanic Gardens
Join me for an evening at the Durango Botanic Gardens and learn to capture plants in watercolor!
The workshop will be fluid and will have...
Tuesday Trivia
6:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join us for Trivia Night on the waterfall deck featuring weekly prizes as well as a weekly giveaway for $25 and $50 gift cards to Ernie’s Bar or The...
Word Honey: Free Poetry Workshop
6:00pm / The Hive
Write and create original works with us!
Join us for a free poetry workshop! All are welcome.
Deadly Fun Learning: Mysteries that Champion Our National Parks
6:30pm / Center of Southwest Studies at FLC, Lyceum (Room 120)
Free + Open to All!
Scott Graham, National Outdoor Book Award-winning author of the National Park Mystery Series, will share the writing and development...
Improv Comedy: Improv or DIE!
7:00pm / Black Heron Lounge
The last show sold out - so we're bringing back Improv or Die! September 3rd, hosted & refereed by the hilarious Nikki Haverstock! This high-energy night...
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...
FuZion Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up
4:00pm / Sustainable Goods + Revival Goods
Kick off your weekend with a little sparkle. Swing by Sustainable Goods after work, bring. a friend, and treat yourself to something fun! Enjoy FuZion...
First Friday ArtRoom
5:30pm / ArtRoom Collective at The Smiley
All are welcome to talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired. Hope to see you there!
The...
Tuesday Trivia
6:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join us for Trivia Night on the waterfall deck featuring weekly prizes as well as a weekly giveaway for $25 and $50 gift cards to Ernie’s Bar or The...
Sip & Paint
6:00pm / Barons Creek Vineyards
Picasso & Vino and Barons Creek Vineyards team up.
Join us for painting, sipping, and fun!
A different painting idea...
An Evening with John Adams
6:00pm / Ignacio Community Library
Step into the world of America's founding fathers with Brian "Fox" Ellis as he brings John Adams to life in a dynamic historical performance that explores...
Friday Afternoon Club Market
3:00pm / Breen Community Building
We are a new growing market in the Breen/Hesperus area and are currently the only market between Durango and Mancos. Come shop with us on the second Friday...
Sidewalk Wall Art on the Portico
9:00am / Toh-Atin Gallery
In conjunction with Durango Farmer's Market on Main Ave., we are displaying wall art on the covered sidewalk in front of the gallery. 30% off most consigned...
Tuesday Trivia
6:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join us for Trivia Night on the waterfall deck featuring weekly prizes as well as a weekly giveaway for $25 and $50 gift cards to Ernie’s Bar or The...
Word Honey: Free Poetry Workshop
6:00pm / The Hive
Write and create original works with us!
Join us for a free poetry workshop! All are welcome.
Improv-a-rama Comedy Night
6:00pm / American Legion
Every third Wednesday! 6:15pm Sign-up + Warm-Up. 7pm Show. Beginners welcome! Come do some improv or join the audience.
Stand Up Comedy: Susan Rice Headlines
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
With nearly four decades of comedy experience, Susan Rice is an incredible career comedian with stories to tell. From appearances on Portlandia, HBO,...
Durango Autumn Arts Festival
10:00am / Durango Arts Center
Celebrating 32 years of showcasing fine arts and crafts by makers from across the country, the Durango Autumn Arts Festival takes place amidst the vibrant...
Durango Autumn Arts Festival
10:00am / Durango Arts Center
Celebrating 32 years of showcasing fine arts and crafts by makers from across the country, the Durango Autumn Arts Festival takes place amidst the vibrant...
Tuesday Trivia
6:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join us for Trivia Night on the waterfall deck featuring weekly prizes as well as a weekly giveaway for $25 and $50 gift cards to Ernie’s Bar or The...
Durango Poetry Open Mic
5:30pm / The Subterrain (entrance on 9th)
The Secret Entrance: Don’t let the 900 Main Avenue address fool you—the magic happens underground. Look for the “GO DOWN” sandwich board on the...
Woven Landscapes: An Artist Talk with Darby Raymond-Overstreet
6:00pm / Center of Southwest Studies at FLC, Lyceum (Room 120)
Free + Open to All!
Join us for a special presentation by, Darby Raymond-Overstreet, a featured artist in the Center of Southwest Studies’ current...
Tuesday Trivia
6:00pm / 11th Street Station
Join us for Trivia Night on the waterfall deck featuring weekly prizes as well as a weekly giveaway for $25 and $50 gift cards to Ernie’s Bar or The...
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...
FuZion Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up
4:00pm / Sustainable Goods + Revival Goods
Kick off your weekend with a little sparkle. Swing by Sustainable Goods after work, bring. a friend, and treat yourself to something fun! Enjoy FuZion...
First Friday Open House
4:30pm / TohAtin Gallery
Live acoustic music by local musicians
Native artist demonstrations featuring paintings and ceramic art.
An expansive selection of Navajo...
Durango Open Studio Tour Opening Art Exhibition
5:00pm / Durango Creative District
Discover the Art. Meet the Artists. Experience Durango's Creative Spirit.
Begin your experience at the opening, where you'll preview artwork...
First Friday ArtRoom
5:30pm / ArtRoom Collective at The Smiley
All are welcome to talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired. Hope to see you there!
The...
Word Honey: Free Poetry Workshop
6:00pm / The Hive
Write and create original works with us!
Join us for a free poetry workshop! All are welcome.
Friday Afternoon Club Market
3:00pm / Breen Community Building
We are a new growing market in the Breen/Hesperus area and are currently the only market between Durango and Mancos. Come shop with us on the second Friday...
Sidewalk Wall Art on the Portico
9:00am / Toh-Atin Gallery
In conjunction with Durango Farmer's Market on Main Ave., we are displaying wall art on the covered sidewalk in front of the gallery. 30% off most consigned...
Sip & Paint
6:00pm / Barons Creek Vineyards
Picasso & Vino and Barons Creek Vineyards team up.
Join us for painting, sipping, and fun!
A different painting idea...
Durango Open Studio Tour
10:00am / Art Studios throughout Durango -- Info Booth at Durango Creative District
Discover the Art. Meet the Artists. Experience Durango's Creative Spirit.
Explore Durango's vibrant arts community during the 2026 Durango...
Durango Open Studio Tour
10:00am / Art Studios throughout Durango -- Info Booth at Durango Creative District
Discover the Art. Meet the Artists. Experience Durango's Creative Spirit.
Explore Durango's vibrant arts community during the 2026 Durango...
Word Honey: Free Poetry Workshop
6:00pm / The Hive
Write and create original works with us!
Join us for a free poetry workshop! All are welcome.
Improv-a-rama Comedy Night
6:00pm / American Legion
Every third Wednesday! 6:15pm Warm-Up / Sign-ups. 7pm Show.
Beginners welcome! Come do some improv or join the audience.
Imagined Futures: An Artist Talk with Tyrrell Tapaha
6:00pm / Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College (Lyceum, Rm 120)
The Center of Southwest Studies will host an artist talk with Diné weaver, fiber artist, and sixth-generation sheepherder, Tyrrell Tapaha (he/they), who...
Durango Poetry Open Mic
5:30pm / The Subterrain (entrance on 9th)
The Secret Entrance: Don’t let the 900 Main Avenue address fool you—the magic happens underground. Look for the “GO DOWN” sandwich board on the...
Artist Talk: Herstory Printmaking Collective
4:30pm / Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College (Lyceum, Rm 120)
herstory/noun/ - history viewed from a female or specifically feminist perspective with a special attention to the experience of women.
Join...
Word Honey: Free Poetry Workshop
6:00pm / The Hive
Write and create original works with us!
Join us for a free poetry workshop! 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...
First Friday ArtRoom
5:30pm / ArtRoom Collective at The Smiley
All are welcome to talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired. Hope to see you there!
The...
Sip & Paint
6:00pm / Barons Creek Vineyards
Picasso & Vino and Barons Creek Vineyards team up.
Join us for painting, sipping, and fun!
A different painting idea...
Artist Talk & Film Screenings: Charine Pilar Gonzales
6:00pm / Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College (Lyceum, Rm 120)
Join us for an evening of storytelling and film with Charine Pilar Gonzales, Fort Lewis College alum and featured artist in the Center of Southwest Studies’...
Friday Afternoon Club Market
3:00pm / Breen Community Building
We are a new growing market in the Breen/Hesperus area and are currently the only market between Durango and Mancos. Come shop with us on the second Friday...
Word Honey: Free Poetry Workshop
6:00pm / The Hive
Write and create original works with us!
Join us for a free poetry workshop! All are welcome.
Improv-a-rama Comedy Night
6:00pm / American Legion
Every third Wednesday! 6:15pm Sign-up + Warm-Up. 7pm Show. Beginners welcome! Come do some improv or join the audience.
Word Honey: Free Poetry Workshop
6:00pm / The Hive
Write and create original works with us!
Join us for a free poetry workshop! All are welcome.
52nd Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival
1:00pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Start your holiday shopping at the 51st Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival. This three-day festival features 75 regional arts and crafts vendors,...
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...
First Friday Open House
4:30pm / TohAtin Gallery
Live music by local musicians
Featured, Native artists, with a new selection of paintings and ceramic art and jewelry.
An expansive selection of...
First Friday ArtRoom
5:30pm / ArtRoom Collective at The Smiley
All are welcome to talk, laugh, inspire, peruse an open studio, enjoy snacks and purchase local art if inspired. Hope to see you there!
The...
52nd Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival
9:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Start your holiday shopping at the 51st Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival. This three-day festival features 75 regional arts and crafts vendors,...
52nd Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival
10:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Start your holiday shopping at the 52nd Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival. This three-day festival features 75 regional arts and crafts vendors,...
Sip & Paint
6:00pm / Barons Creek Vineyards
Picasso & Vino and Barons Creek Vineyards team up.
Join us for painting, sipping, and fun!
A different painting idea...
Friday Afternoon Club Market
3:00pm / Breen Community Building
We are a new growing market in the Breen/Hesperus area and are currently the only market between Durango and Mancos. Come shop with us on the second Friday...
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...
Word Honey: Free Poetry Workshop
6:00pm / The Hive
Write and create original works with us!
Join us for a free poetry workshop! All are welcome.
Improv-a-rama Comedy Night
6:00pm / American Legion
Every third Wednesday! 6:15pm Sign-up + Warm-Up. 7pm Show. Beginners welcome! Come do some improv or join the audience.
