Events on this Day

 Monday, May 29th
Silverton Summer Train - Diesel Locomotive
8:00am / Durango & 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 diesel train while spending a nearly 2-hour layover in the historic mining town of Silverton to enjoy the sights, shopping, food, and libations that Silverton offers. Departing from the Durango Depot, this trip takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River on your way to the historic mining town of Silverton. There will be one Silverton Diesel Train departing daily at 8:15 AM from May 20th - August 13th.
Silverton Summer Train - Steam Locomotive
9:00am / Durango & 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 layover in the historic mining town of Silverton to enjoy the sights, shopping, food, and libations that Silverton offers. Departing from the Durango Depot, this trip takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River on your way to the historic mining town of Silverton. There will be up to three steam departures depending on the date. The Silverton Steam Train departs daily at 9:00AM 5/6/23-10/28/23, 8:15AM 8/14/23-10/14/23, and 9:45AM 9/1/23-10/14/23
Exhibition: Anticipation - Two-Person Show with Bryce Pettit & Elsa Sroka
9:30am / Sorrel Sky Gallery
Sorrel Sky will be featuring the sculptures of Bryce Pettit and paintings of Elsa Sroka. While both artists feature domestic and wild animals in their work, the setting and context reflect a distinct individualism. Bryce keeps his pieces reductive in style. "I try to pare each piece down to the minimum necessary to tell the story." Elsa enjoys the playful nature of her images. "If it makes me smile…I know it's right." The exhibition will continue through May 31.
Cascade Canyon Express
9:30am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Experience the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad's iconic canyon views along the Highline on our shortest excursion offered. This steam train excursion is perfect for families with young children, late risers, or anyone looking to experience the historic D&SNGRR with only five hours to spare.    The Cascade Canyon Express departs from Durango and travels deep into the San Juan National Forest about halfway to Silverton, before returning to Durango for a 5-hour highlight reel of spectacular Rocky Mountain and Animas River Canyon scenery.   The Cascade Canyon Express has a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase. Pre-order boxed lunches are also available.   The train will depart from the Durango Depot at 9:45 AM every day and return to Durango at 3 PM from May 26th - May 29th and June 7th - August 13th.
Quick & Dirty Downtown Walking Tour
10:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot
For those seeking the highlight reel of Durango’s early history, beginning in 1881, through the lens of the Historic Downtown Durango District (Main Avenue). 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 guests. Both tourists and locals alike will walk away with a very different view of Durango and a deeper appreciation.   Buffalo soldiers, Native Americans, outlaws, Chinese restaurateurs, railroad works and miners, freed slaves, and "soiled doves" were amongst the melting pot that was Durango. Sometimes things went awry and all hell broke loose. As a result, you will visit the hanging sites and location of the epic gunfight between the Sheriff and the Marshall amongst others.    This tour meets at the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Depot (479 Main Avenue; gather at the horse sculptures out front). Please note this is a one-way walk up Main Avenue. We will end at Maria's Bookstore (960 Main Avenue). On this approximately 1 hour and 15 minute tour we will not enter establishments. This makes it an option for those with disabilities (be prepared for uneven Durango sidewalks however) and well behaved dogs (please give advance notice). 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.    Please do not attend a tour if you are experiencing Covid symptoms. 
VFW Post 4031 Memorial Day: A Vietnam Veterans Remembrance
10:00am / Iris Park
VFW Post 4031 hosts several events on Memorial Day. All events are free and everyone is invited to attend.
VFW Post 4031 Memorial Day: A Veterans Remembrance
11:00am / Greenmount Cemetery
VFW Post 4031 hosts several events on Memorial Day. All events are free and everyone is invited to attend.
VFW Post 4031 Memorial Day: a Veterans Lost At Sea Remembrance
12:00pm / Rotary Park
VFW Post 4031 hosts several events on Memorial Day. The Veterans Lost At Sea Remembrance will be on the bridge behind Rotary Park. All events are free and everyone is invited to attend.
Open House
12:30pm / VFW Post 4031
VFW Post 4031 hosts several events on Memorial Day. All events are free and everyone is invited to attend.
Durango Fiesta Days and Carnival
2:00pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center
Check out the facebook page to get all the information on hours of operations and ticket prices!
From The Ground Up, Life Lessons Through Horsemanship
3:00pm / Horse Empower
From The Ground Up,..  Learn Life Lessons as You Learn Horsemanship.   From horse care on the ground to getting up in a saddle and riding, you will learn to partner with your horse and take those lessons into your everyday life! Each week, you will build on your foundation…setting intentions, making plans, focusing, and communicating with your equine partners. A great way to discover your leadership style and develop and build self-confidence.   Warning: You May Want To Own Your Own Horse After This!   Cost: $420 per person.  4 sessions, pay in advance.  Non-refundable, but transferrable.  Limited to 5 participants, 2:2 facilitation and instruction. Weight Limit: 200 lbs
Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers
4:30pm / Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers
Old West Cowboy Music Show and Chuckwagon Supper. Durango's favorite family entertainment since 1969. Bar D Wranglers perform in concert after supper with music and songs of old west cowboys, comedy, and lively instrumentals. The show is fun for the whole family.    Activities, shops, and ticketing open at 4:30. Supper is at 6:30. Open Memorial Day Weekend through September - Rain or Shine ! Reservations are required.
Happy Hour Yoga
5:30pm / Ska Brewing
Treat yourself to Happy Hour Yoga at Ska Brewing! $10 = Yoga taught by the great Brady Wilson, then a pint. Yoga first!
Live music with local musicians
5:30pm / The Office Spiritorium & Diamond Belle Saloon
Come enjoy some old west entertainment with live music daily!
Open House
5:30pm / American Legion Post 28
Memorial Day Open House and Music by Zach @gingerbeardmanmusic    All welcome.
Intro to Aikido 4-Week Series
6:00pm / DSBK Dojo
Aikido? Ai means harmony. Ki means energy. Do is the way. Thus, ai-ki-do is the way we harmonize energy. Aikido is a Japanese martial art with a do-no-harm approach to self-defense. This 4-week intro series runs Mondays & Thursdays 6-645pm beginning May 8th. Participants experience the fundamental movements that make Aikido so effortlessly powerful.
Mud-Day Madness
6:30pm / Durango Arts Center
Mondays will become your favorite day of the week (Yes, you did read that right)! Learn about the historical evolution of pottery and understand the various methods to create shapes and forms. Walk with your pieces through every step of creation. Together, we will focus on two modes of creating functional ware through hand building and an introduction to wheel throwing, to create functional art for everyday use. We will spend time exploring textures, shapes and colors.   Space is limited to accommodate a small student to teacher ratio. Students will rotate through time on the pottery wheels.
Chess Club
6:30pm / Guild House Games
Come play some chess! Every Monday night 6:30-9 p.m. upstairs in the Durango mall on Main St.   Free!  Drop in! 
Comedy Showcase
7:30pm / Starlight Lounge
Local and National comics perform every Monday!
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