Events on this Day

Animas River Days includes these sporting events: river surfing, stand-up paddling, freestyle kayaking, boatercross, raft and kayak slalom, an inflatable rodeo and the local's favorite costumed river parade.   The Animas River is the heart and soul of our community! We are partnering with ?San Juan Citizen's Alliance and other local conservation groups to help you learn about how you can get involved in keeping our local rivers healthy and safe.   We are committed to healthy rivers and healthy people. This is why we have made the commitment to be a Zero Waste event by 2022. Please read more about how you can help us: https://www.animasriverdays.com/zero-waste.html.  

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 steam train plus spend 2 hours 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 train excursions on this 45-mile spur of the Denver & Rio Grande rail line since 1882. Much of the scenery remains unchanged since then. There’s no cell service or Wi-Fi through much of the terrain so you’ll be unplugged from the modern world. 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.

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 steam train plus spend 2 hours 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 train excursions on this 45-mile spur of the Denver & Rio Grande rail line since 1882. Much of the scenery remains unchanged since then. There’s no cell service or Wi-Fi through much of the terrain so you’ll be unplugged from the modern world. 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.

Free mulch! The city will give away mulch until it is gone, FRI, JUNE 4 and SAT, JUNE 5 at the Van Dal Dump Site at the top of Tech Center Drive.    There will be a loader to help load mulch into personal vehicles and trailers 9am-3pm or material may be hand loaded by residents.

1st class FREE! Zumba Gold ® fuses Latin and World rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dynamic fitness program that will leave you wanting more! Performed at a slower pace with lower impact, Zumba Gold® is perfect for beginning exercisers, Seniors, and anyone wanting major F U N at a less intense pace. Class is open to all-1st class free! Multi class discount punch cards available. Your instructor is Durango personal trainer Lynn Beck. Please email lynn@mothertech.net for Zoom link. *Class runs from 9:30-10:15 AM

Experience the world-famous Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad’s iconic canyon views along the highline in just 5 hours. If you are looking for an unforgettable train adventure with incredible geological features and fantastic scenery that is downright jaw-dropping, look no further than these steam train excursions departing from the Durango Depot and traveling deep into the wilderness inaccessible by any roads.

For those seeking the highlight reel of Durango’s Historic Downtown history. 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 summer guests. Both tourists and locals alike will walk away with a very different view of Durango and a deeper appreciation. Were six or more outlaws hung on the hanging tree? Where was the hanging tree? Listen to true stories of outlaws, entrepreneurs, red-light districts, and extraordinary lawmen of the time.    This tour meets at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot (gather at the horse sculptures out front). Please note this is a one-way walk down Main Avenue. We will end at the Jack Dempsey Mural at El Rancho Tavern. On this 60-90 minute tour we will not enter establishments. This makes it an option for those in wheelchairs (be prepared for uneven Durango sidewalks however). 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.    Your fully vaccinated tour guide will not be wearing a mask while outside. We have made this decision so that guests can clearly hear the content; However, for the safety of all our guests we require that you DO wear a mask. It’s safe to assume not everyone on the tours will be vaccinated therefore we are still requiring masks.

Raptors Wild offers an exciting, educational, and entertaining bird display hosted by a master falconer. Several birds are displayed, giving visitors an up close look at these magnificent creatures. You've never seen anything like it!

Open Nightly Memorial Day Weekend thru late September , The Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers in Durango, Colorado offers family entertainment with a stage show and barbecue or steak supper. After supper, The Bar D Wranglers perform their famous old west music stage show with cowboy songs, comedy, and lively instruments. The Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers is a major attraction in Durango, Colorado and a "must do"activity for family entertainment. The restaurant, stage show, shops, train, and activities are set in an old west cowboy village under the red cliffs North of Durango, Colorado.

Witness the spectacle of TFP as they deliver their own brand of Folk, Incorrect Bluegrass and Rock & Roll!   The second set will include their ever unpredictable, "Science Fiction Review." This band is nuts!

Come enjoy a different musician every day and grab a bite to eat!

Come enjoy a different musician every day and grab a bite to eat!

Animas City Theatre & Prohibition Herb Present High Country Hustle   High Country Hustle is a high energy bluegrass group out of Durango, Colorado.   21+ (minors under the age of 21 will not be permitted entry) $20 + fees per ticket (due to our 50 person limited capacity, the Animas City Theatre must increase ticket prices to cover cost of artist and production, thanks for understanding and your support)   50 person capacity, social distance shows   Early Show: Doors 6:00pm / Show 6:45pm-8:00pm   Tickets will be sold as a table package, for example, a table for four will cost $80+fees ($20+fees per ticket) guest will be allowed to dance at their designated table/space, intermingling with other groups will not be permitted at this time. Seating will be on a first come first serve basis, all tables on the dance floor are standing room only, tables in the balcony will be seated. Please arrive with your complete group to be escorted to your table.   All Animas City Theatre Covid-19 protocol will be listed on the ticketing website when ticket link goes live.   PLEASE BE KIND!   The Animas City Theatre has been closed for all events for over a year, and we ask that all attendees please be kind to our staff and to each other, we look forward to the time when we can have full capacity shows with no social distancing or mask regulations, but for the time being the Animas City Theatre will be following ALL state and local Covid-19 restrictions, events that host ten or more people will have mask mandates.

The cost is $10 per person with or without skate rentals. Public skating will be limited to Disco Night at this time.    Reservations are not required.

Music, food and wine. Come enjoy your Friday nights with Fox Fire Farms.

Merely Players present Theatre in the PARKing Lot Yasmina Reza"s delightful comedy ART   Pay What You Wish  No Reservations Required  BYOC (Bring your own chair)   Sponsered by TBK bank   See www.merelyplayers.us for important information regarding this play and the special Covid-19 and venue considerations

The Movie in the Park Series is FREE to the community thanks to our local sponsors. Join us to watch family friendly movies and classics on a 20' movie screen!   Bring your blankets, chairs, family, and friends to enjoy a night at the movies together under the stars.   Popcorn and beverages will be available for purchase at each event. But feel welcome to bring your own meal and snacks.   Movies will begin 15 minutes after sunset with seating beginning at 7:45pm.   View movie titles, dates and locations here: https://www.durangogov.org/1091/Community-Special-Events

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 outside of Hermosa Cafe (738 Main Ave) at dusk. Come early and order a drink from their bar to bring to our first stop. We will be in one of the oldest basements downtown and (spoiler alert!) it's haunted! We have conducted paranormal investigations in the location and have captured quite a bit of evidence. We only have temporary access to this location so don't miss out!!!    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 and Covid guidelines we cap our tours at 10 people. Your fully vaccinated guide will not be wearing a mask while outside in order for guests to better hear the information. We do require our groups to wear their masks in order to ensure safety in the case that not everyone is vaccinated.

Animas City Theatre & Prohibition Herb Present High Country Hustle   High Country Hustle is a high energy bluegrass group out of Durango, Colorado.   21+ (minors under the age of 21 will not be permitted entry) $20 + fees per ticket (due to our 50 person limited capacity, the Animas City Theatre must increase ticket prices to cover cost of artist and production, thanks for understanding and your support)   50 person capacity, social distance shows   Late Show: Doors 9:00pm / Show 9:45pm-11:00pm   Tickets will be sold as a table package, for example, a table for four will cost $80+fees ($20+fees per ticket) guest will be allowed to dance at their designated table/space, intermingling with other groups will not be permitted at this time. Seating will be on a first come first serve basis, all tables on the dance floor are standing room only, tables in the balcony will be seated. Please arrive with your complete group to be escorted to your table.   All Animas City Theatre Covid-19 protocol will be listed on the ticketing website when ticket link goes live.   PLEASE BE KIND!   The Animas City Theatre has been closed for all events for over a year, and we ask that all attendees please be kind to our staff and to each other, we look forward to the time when we can have full capacity shows with no social distancing or mask regulations, but for the time being the Animas City Theatre will be following ALL state and local Covid-19 restrictions, events that host ten or more people will have mask mandates.