Featured Happenings

Embark on an Incredible Journey through the San Juan Mountains! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon...

4th Annual Gingerbread Lodge

9:00am / The Black Diamond Lodge

The Black Diamond Lodge Invites the Community to the Fourth Annual Gingerbread Lodge! A free holiday open house with family fun, live music,...

4th Annual Holiday Family Drive

9:00am / TBK Bank

Spread holiday cheer by supporting local families in need! TBK Bank is once again partnering with Housing Solutions for the Southwest to collect gifts,...

Dancing Spirit Holiday Market

10:00am / Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts

Discover one-of-a-kind holiday gifts! Everything under $50, all handmade by amazing local artists at Dancing Spirit Center for the Arts.

Holiday Open House

10:00am / Animas Museum

Drop by the Museum between 10am - 4pm for our annual holiday open house. Enjoy the seasonal decorations, some treats, and learn about Christmas in the...

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...

Meet & Greet with Santa

11:00am / Durango Harley-Davidson

Bring the whole family and come meet Santa! We’ll have holiday coloring pages, candy canes, and a build-your-own hot cocoa bar waiting for you.

Gingerbread House Contest - Houses on Display

11:00am / Animas Chocolate Company

View all the entries in our annual Gingerbread House Competition, and admire the winners in each category! Gingerbread homes will be on...

Holiday Gift Gallery

12:00pm / The Durango Arts Center

Fine art, and hand-crafted items from local artists are for sale, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting education programs at the DAC.

Grinchmas at Fun Center Durango

12:00pm / Fun Center Cycles

Grinchmas at Fun Center Durango is a holiday celebration for the whole community. Join us on for photos with the Grinch, a prize wheel with giveaways and...

Folk Jam

1:00pm / Durango Public Library

Let's make music! Come and join us for an informal "jam session" of traditional and contemporary folk music. Bring your voice and/or an...

Afternoon Tea

1:00pm / Animas River Grille @ The DoubleTree

Savor the season with a festive Afternoon Tea....three delightful courses, premium teas, and timeless holiday charm!

Painting Party - Home for the Holidays

2:00pm / Picasso & Vino

Join us for a session of fun & creativity while you follow along step by step to create your own masterpiece! Everything's included...

Evening Holiday Celebration

4:00pm / Moody's on Mill St

Come celebrate the holidays with some of the local farmers, ranchers, bakers, artisans from Bayfield Farmer's Market this Saturday evening. ...

The Polar Express Train Ride

4:30pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Three times to choose from! (4:55pm, 6:30pm, and 8pm) Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical...

Adam Swanson - Ragtime

5:30pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Adam Swanson, our fabulous ragtime in residence, performs ragtime and other favorites. Adam Swanson is one of the world's foremost performers of vintage...

Matt Rupnow

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Matt Rupnow is a Singer/Songwriter who lives in Southwest Colorado. He is writing, recording and performing his unique blend of music he likes to call...

Latin Heat Holiday Party!

7:00pm / Starlight Lounge

7pm Intro to Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue. 8-10pm dance party. Taught by dance coach Nik Ingvar. 20 for class and...

Musicville and Olympus the Greek Rock Musical

7:00pm / Durango Arts Center

The Durango Youth Theater companies at the Durango Arts Center present the double feature Musicville and Olympus the Greek Rock Musical. Directed by Tabatha...

Jazz for the Holidays Swingin' Spectacular

7:00pm / The Lightbox at Stillwater Music

Join us for Jazz for the Holidays! Celebrate the spirit of the season with the Civic Winds Jazz Orchestra. Our concert brings together incredible music,...

Bar-D Wranglers Christmas Jubilee

7:30pm / Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College

Durango's much-beloved cowboy crooners come off the Bar-D Ranch for their traditional Christmas show.

Durango Contradance Series

7:30pm / La Plata Senior Center Ballroom

With Deb Comly calling the dances and live music provided by Tom Wards Downfall. Instruction at 7:30, dance starts at 8pm -10pm. All ages...

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