Featured Happenings
Family events
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Teen Game Zone
3:30pm / Durango Public Library
Enjoy gaming in the library with a variety of games!
Enjoy gaming in the library with a variety of games! Ages 13-17. Don't miss out!!
Opening Reception - Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
5:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Vision Boarding with Tara Jackson
5:30pm / Lola's Place
Vision Boarding with Tara Jackson is back to help you embark on the new year!
What is a Vision Board? It is a collage of images, pictures,...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
PAR Adoption Event
3:00pm / Creature Comforts
Join us for an afternoon of wagging tails, puppy kisses, and potential forever connections.
Whether you’re actively looking to adopt,...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
San Juan Basin Archaeological Society Meeting and Presentation
7:00pm / Fort Lewis Collage Lyceum and Zoom
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,...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Game Night
5:30pm / Sunnyside Library
Play from our selection of board games. For adults, teens, and tweens accompanied by an adult.
Hot Air Balloon Ascensions
8:30am / Uptown in Pagosa Lakes Area
See the balloons fill the winter sky over the Pagosa Lakes area uptown. Grab a cup of coffee or cocoa, and come enjoy the spectacular view! Viewing starts...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Penguin Plunge at Winterfest 2026
1:00pm / Pagosa Springs Visitors Center
Support your favorite non-profits by raising money and plunging into the freezing cold San Juan River, or enjoy the view from the San Juan River Walk....
Kids Follies Shows
7:00pm / Durango Arts Center
The Durango Arts Center presents the Kids Follies with talented youth dancers, singers, musicians, and comedians.
Tickets are $20 for adults...
Contra Dance and Squares
7:30pm / La Plata Senior Center Ballroom
The monthly Durango Contradance and Squares continues! Deb Comly is calling the dances with live music provided by Tom Wards Downfall.
Instruction at...
Durango Contradance Series
7:30pm / La Plata Senior Center Ballroom
The Durango Contradance series continues with Deb Comly calling the dances, live music by the Fractal String Band. All ages welcome. No partner required....
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Teen Mario Kart Tournament
3:30pm / Durango Public Library
Prove your gaming skill in our 2nd Annual Tournament!
Join us for our 2nd Annual Mario Kart Tournament on January 21st, from 3:30 to 5!
Gamers...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Snowdown Treasure Hunt
2:00pm / The Subterrain
Strike it rich, prospectors! The Subterrain is transforming into a Colorado Gold Rush–era treasure quest spanning the entire SNOWDOWN week! This interactive...
Family Paint & Sip - with hot cocoa
3:30pm / Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts
Join us for a fun and creative Family Paint Night! This 90-minute class is designed for ages 7 and up. Younger children may attend if you feel they can...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Snowdown Chess Tournament
12:00pm / The Subterrain
It’s a quiet duel at High Noon! Saddle up for a high-stakes showdown where sharp minds meet Rocky Mountain chill. Single-elimination format with 3 competitive...
Third Annual Hamster Derby
2:00pm / Creature Comforts / Centennial Center
Yee-haw, Colorado style
Join us for the Third Annual Hamster Derby, a Snowdown-inspired, Colorado cowboy-themed event you won’t want to miss!
Come...
Death Cafe
4:00pm / Durango Public Library
At a Death Cafe people gather to eat cake, drink tea and discuss death. Our objective is 'to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Snowdown Adult Craft Event: Colorado Icons
5:00pm / Durango Public Library
Crafting program for adults and teens, while supplies last!
Become a Colorado Icon! Embody the state’s most iconic symbols with our supply...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Teen Escape Room
5:00pm / Durango Public Library
Celebrate Snowdown with a themed escape room!
Join us for a Snowdown Teen Escape Room: The Deadly Search for the Hidden Cache!
Experience...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Friday Fun: All-ages Button Making
3:30pm / Durango Public Library
Celebrate Snowdown by creating buttons with us!
Celebrate Snowdown with a special two-hour edition of Friday Fun - open to all ages! Drop...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Cascade Canyon Winter Train
9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains!
This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Full Moon Howler Snowshoe Hike
6:00pm / Durango Nordic Center
One way to beat the darkness of this time of year is to get outside and enjoy it! While experiencing the alpine glow of the Twilight Peaks and the rise...
Powerhouse Extended Hours
9:00am / The Powerhouse
The Powerhouse will be open extended hours from 9am-5pm today!
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...
Game Night
5:30pm / Sunnyside Library
Play from our selection of board games. For adults, teens, and tweens accompanied by an adult.
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Game Night
5:30pm / Sunnyside Library
Play from our selection of board games. For adults, teens, and tweens accompanied by an adult.
FLC Alumni Ski Day and Apres-Ski Party
9:00am / Purgatory Resort
The annual winter tradition is back! Swing by our tent on The Beach and ski some laps with fellow Skyhawk alumni. In the afternoon, we'll have apres...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Contra Dance and Squares
7:30pm / La Plata Senior Center Ballroom
The monthly Durango Contradance and Squares continues! Deb Comly is calling the dances with live music provided by Tom Wards Downfall.
Instruction at...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Leonard Davies: The Joys of Painting as a Pastime
12:00pm / Barbara Conrad Gallery - Durango Arts Center
Davies retired from a distinguished career as a civil rights attorney, and began oil painting at the age of 70, embracing art as a new and enriching chapter...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
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...
Game Night
5:30pm / Sunnyside Library
Play from our selection of board games. For adults, teens, and tweens accompanied by an adult.
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Game Night
5:30pm / Sunnyside Library
Play from our selection of board games. For adults, teens, and tweens accompanied by an adult.
Contra Dance and Squares
7:30pm / La Plata Senior Center Ballroom
The monthly Durango Contradance and Squares continues! Deb Comly is calling the dances with live music provided by Tom Wards Downfall.
Instruction at...
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...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Contra Dance and Squares
7:30pm / La Plata Senior Center Ballroom
The monthly Durango Contradance and Squares continues! Deb Comly is calling the dances with live music provided by Tom Wards Downfall.
Instruction at...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Powerhouse Extended Hours
9:00am / The Powerhouse
The Powerhouse will be open extended hours from 9am-5pm today!
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...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Contra Dance and Squares
7:30pm / La Plata Senior Center Ballroom
The monthly Durango Contradance and Squares continues! Deb Comly is calling the dances with live music provided by Tom Wards Downfall.
Instruction at...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
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...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
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...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
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...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
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...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
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...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
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...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
2026 Noel Night
10:00am / Downtown Durango
Noel Night is a family-friendly event and community-wide celebration of the holiday shopping season. Hosted by Local First, the event encourages
folks...
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...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
Veterans Benefit Breakfast (Open to Public)
9:00am / VFW Post 4031
Come enjoy some delicious food with your loved ones, local veterans, neighbors, and more! Menu includes Sausage Links, cheesy scrambled eggs, O'Brien...
