Featured Happenings

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...

Donny Johnson

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Donny is a self-proclaimed "Troubador!" He plays the guitar and sings - mostly cover tunes of everyone from working musician Willie Nelson to Waylon Jennings,...

Thursday, January 2^nd

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...

Tea & Tinsel Thursdays with Shaheen

1:30pm / Durango Sustainable Goods

Join us every Thursday at Durango Sustainable Goods for "Tea and Tinsel Thursdays". It's a weekly thing where we hang out, sip, and let Shaheen of...

Spanish Conversation Hour

5:30pm / Durango Public Library

Join us for an hour of conversation en español at the library the first and third Thursday of each month! Come practice your Spanish in an informal setting....

Bluegrass Jam Session

6:00pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company

Every Thursday Stop in and enjoy some local Bluegrass jams by your Local bluegrass jammers. $4 pints all day and if you would like to join the...

Tim Sullivan

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Tim Sullivan, singer/songwriter, has been a featured performer with Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette, and Glen Campbell. He has entertained...

Andrew Schuhmann

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Andrew Schuhmann is the San Juanderer, a roaming singer/songwriter and acoustic cover artist celebrating a restlessness in spirit, yet satisfaction with...

Friday, January 3^rd

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...

Fresh Beer Fridays!

3:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ

Every Friday we will tap a one-of-a-kind, unique, special, small-batch brew from our Mod System. Only available at World HQ!

First Friday

4:00pm / Various Locations

Celebrate Durango's creative side! Every First Friday of the month, businesses, galleries, and the spaces in between host local artists of all...

The Polar Express Train Ride

5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...

Artist Demo & Reception with Hyrum Joe

5:00pm / Blue Rain Gallery

Join us at Blue Rain Gallery on Friday, January 3, from 5-7pm, for an artist reception and demonstration with Hyrum Joe (Navajo/Southern Ute/Hopi/White...

The ArtRoom Collective January's First Friday

5:30pm / Smiley Building / ArtRoom Collective

Happy New Year! Please join the ArtRoom Artists for a New Year's Art Roundtable Discussion. We'll have an inspiring conversation about art motivation in...

Larry Carver & Friends

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Local talent Larry Carver's melodic and passionate electric lead guitar work covers a wide range of rock, blues, jazz and country!

Dustin Burley

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Dustin's music is a blend of Outlaw Country/Blues/Classic Rock/Folk. He puts his own twist on old classics and blends his original songs through his performance....

Painting Party ~ Starry Night Over the Animas

6:30pm / 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 for...

Treasure Hunt

7:00pm / The Subterrain

We really like a good treasure hunt... Naturally, we wanted to make one for you to come experience in our one-of-a-kind Subterrain space....

Saturday, January 4^th

First Tracks Brunch Experience

7:30am / Dantes Backside Bistro

Dream of getting those first tracks? Well we have a special treat for you! On select dates this winter, we're offering you the opportunity...

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...

English Conversation Circle

10:00am / Durango Public Library

English speaking practice for adult English learners of all levels. All languages and cultures welcome. Learn about your community, make new friends, and...

Gift Gallery Closing Celebration

12:00pm / Durango Arts Center

Meet the artists! Discounts on artwork! Live Demonstrations!

Painting Party - Winter Aspens

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 for...

The Polar Express Train Ride

5:00pm / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Three time excursions to choose from! Experience the magic this holiday season! Join us for a truly unforgettable immersive theatrical re-creation of the...

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 Music

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...

Sunday, January 5^th

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...

Gift Gallery Closing Celebration

12:00pm / Durango Arts Center

Meet the artists! Discounts on artwork! Live Demonstrations!

Irish jam session

12:30pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company

Come enjoy some Irish Jam! 4$ pints (exclude tulip beers)

Board Game Sundays

2:00pm / Lola's Place

Join us every Sunday afternoon when Guild House Games brings loads of board games to Lola's Place for your pleasure! Compete in your favorite game...

Blue Moon Ramblers

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

The Blue Moon Ramblers have been playing the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years! Join us for this entertaining tradition inside the area's...

Ben Gibson

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Influenced from greats both past and present: Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaugh, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, as well as more contemporary greats such as Joe...

Monday, January 6^th

Christmas Tree Drop Off

8:00am / Santa Rita Park

Christmas tree dropped off has officially begun through Jan. 31, 2025

Joel Racheff

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Joel Racheff was born in Wyoming, raised in New Mexico, and has spent most of his adult life in good ol' Durango. As a young man, Joel was and continues...

Monday Night Swing

7:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Brewery

Grab a drink and learn to dance! Swing dance lesson 7pm, dance to swing & jazz music 8pm-close! $8 cover pays for the lesson,...

Comedy Open-Mic Mondays

8:00pm / The Starlight Lounge

Grab some drinks & join local comedians, first-timers, and storytellers every Monday for their newest jokes & material! Select shows will also feature...

Tuesday, January 7^th

Mornings at El Moro: Networking & Learning Series

8:00am / El Moro Tavern

join us for Mornings at El Moro - the Chamber's morning networking & learning series sponsored by the City of Durango! This month's featured speaker...

Cowboy Tuesdays

12:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Dust off those boots & round up your pals — Cowboy Tuesdays are back in town! Join us at The Diamond Belle Saloon, nestled in the historic...

Book Club: The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron

6:00pm / Durango Public Library

Pick up a copy at the reference desk, then join us to discuss the book at the library! There is a free book available for everyone who registers and attends! About...

Terry Rickard

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Terry has been entertaining Strater guests and locals for years! Terry grew up playing in rock bands around the Boston area before moving to southern California....

Open Mic Night

7:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Open mic every Tuesday, open to performers of all kinds and levels from beginners to experts. Support local live music!

Wednesday, January 8^th

Wonderful Wednesdays for Ages 2 - 5

9:30am / Durango Community Recreation Center

Preschool children will have an opportunity to explore, create, and discover the world around them through engaging, age-appropriate themes. Children will...

Hermosa Paint & Sip

4:00pm / Hermosa Cafe

Sip on your beverage of choice as you are lead through a step by step process by a Visual Arts professional on how to paint your very own landscape painting...

Less Sugar in Your Life

6:00pm / Durango Public Library

Join Jolie Ensign as she shares why you should eat less sugar and how to make that happen in the New Year. Learn practical tips, recipes, and why you can't...

Writers & Scribblers Writing Group

6:00pm / Durango Public Library

W&S is a group for writers of all kinds to learn, practice, and share the art and craft of writing. Our main purpose is to try to help each other through...

Donny Johnson

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Donny is a self-proclaimed "Troubador!" He plays the guitar and sings - mostly cover tunes of everyone from working musician Willie Nelson to Waylon Jennings,...

West Coast Swing Crash Course & Dance

6:30pm / Smiley Building

Join our West Coast Swing community for a night of social dancing! We'll play an assortment of tunes appropriate for West Coast and other dance styles....

San Juan Basin Archaeological Society meeting and presentation

7:00pm / Fort Lewis Collage Lyceum

The San Juan Basin Archaeological Society invites the public to a presentation. At 6:30 we will have social time. Then after a brief business...

Thursday, January 9^th

Memorial Door Signing - honoring Jimmy Carter

10:00am / Habitat ReStore

On Thursday, January 9th, Habitat La Plata will join Habitat organizations around the world by inviting the public to sign doors to celebrate the life...

Crafternoons: Journal Making

4:00pm / Durango Public Library

Crafting isn't just fun, it's fundamental for mental health, relaxation, and happiness! Come and explore our awesome craft supplies each month. In January...

Bluegrass Jam Session

6:00pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company

Every Thursday Stop in and enjoy some local Bluegrass jams by your Local bluegrass jammers. $4 pints all day and if you would like to join the...

Friends of the San Juans: Avalanche Awareness

6:00pm / Durango Public Library

Join FOSJ and the Durango Library for a Know Before You Go presentation to prep for this winter's backcountry season.

Tim Sullivan

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Tim Sullivan, singer/songwriter, has been a featured performer with Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette, and Glen Campbell. He has entertained...

Andrew Schuhmann

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Andrew Schuhmann is the San Juanderer, a roaming singer/songwriter and acoustic cover artist celebrating a restlessness in spirit, yet satisfaction with...

Nerds Night Out Trivia

6:30pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks

Test your Durango knowledge, brush up on Durango history, and municipal government processes. Teams of five will compete for great prizes! Trivia starts...

Painting Party - Morning Light

6:30pm / 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 for...

Trivia Night

7:30pm / Starlight Lounge

Hosted by Aria PettyOne Featuring 3 rounds of trivia, prizes, and local drag performances! Come see if you have the brains to win our grand prize...

Kyle Hollingsworth Band Special Guest Safety Meeting

8:00pm / Animas City Theatre

$28 / $30 / 21+ Tickets also available at Animas Trading Company ($1 Service Fee / Cash Only) Decades ago, Kyle Hollingsworth...

Friday, January 10^th

BIDs Coffee and Conversation Meeting

8:30am / TBK Bank Community Room

BID holds a monthly meeting for business owners on the 2nd Friday of every month from 8:30 to 9:30 am at TBK Bank. The agendas for these meetings will...

Fresh Beer Fridays!

3:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ

Every Friday we will tap a one-of-a-kind, unique, special, small-batch brew from our Mod System. Only available at World HQ!

Larry Carver & Friends

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Local talent Larry Carver's melodic and passionate electric lead guitar work covers a wide range of rock, blues, jazz and country!

Dustin Burley

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Dustin's music is a blend of Outlaw Country/Blues/Classic Rock/Folk. He puts his own twist on old classics and blends his original songs through his...

A Night Of Improv

7:00pm / Durango Arts Center

Join us for an amazing night of short- and long-form improv comedy at the Durango Arts Center! The Lower Left instructors will take the stage with a collection...

Dandu - Second Weekend Series Featuring Yope

8:00pm / The iNDIGO Room

Dandu's music is hard to categorize, with ever-expanding influences that range from jazz to metal, electronica to classical, and beyond. The trio's sound...

Michal Menert with 3420 & Nelli

8:00pm / Animas City Theatre

$30/ $35 / 21+ No Exceptions Michal Menert A youth steeped in a broad swath of both Eastern and Western musical traditions gives...

Saturday, January 11^th

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...

English Conversation Circle

10:00am / Durango Public Library

English speaking practice for adult English learners of all levels. All languages and cultures welcome. Learn about your community, make new friends, and...

Yarn Meetup

1:00pm / Durango Public Library

Calling knitters, crocheters, and fiber artists of all ages and levels! Come work on your current project in an informal group setting!

Snow Science and Social Snowshoe

1:00pm / Andrews Lake Winter Parking Area

Join San Juan Mountains Association and Mountain Studies Institute to learn about forest ecology, watersheds, climate change, and the future of snowpack...

Snowcat Dining Excursion

4:00pm / The Powderhouse & Pitchfork Pub at Purgatory Resort

That’s right, we are back again! Spectacular views, a unique mountaintop culinary experience, and an enclosed snowcat ride, all in one! After your snowcat...

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...

Alpine Bank Full Moon Howler

6:00pm / Durango Nordic Center

One way to beat the darkness of this time of year is to get outside and enjoy it! Experience the alpine glow of the Twilight Peaks and the rise of the...

Ladies Only Night & Clothing Exchange

6:00pm / The Subterrain

Enjoy a glass of wine and visit with just your gals at our ladies only night! Hair tinsel by Beth with Sol Sparkle, jewelry by Fantango Designs, gems...

Matt Rupnow Music

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...

Majik Ham Live

6:00pm / Union Social House

Get ready to feel the energy and excitement as Majik Ham, an electrifying kids' rock band, takes the stage! These young, talented musicians bring big sounds,...

Dandu - Second Weekend Series Featuring Funk Express

8:00pm / The iNDIGO Room

Dandu's music is hard to categorize, with ever-expanding influences that range from jazz to metal, electronica to classical, and beyond. The trio's...

Sunday, January 12^th

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...

Demo Days

9:00am / Ski Beach at Purg

Demo the latest and greatest gear from brands like Salomon, Volkl, Blizzard, Fischer, Meier, Head, K2, Dynastar, Rossignol, Atomic, Voile, DPS, Black Crows,...

Board Game Sundays

2:00pm / Lola's Place

Join us every Sunday afternoon when Guild House Games brings loads of board games to Lola's Place for your pleasure! Compete in your favorite game...

Funk Jam Sessions presented by Jimmy's Music & Supply

5:00pm / 11th Street Station

A jam session for funk, jazz and groove players with a rotating host of bands on the second Sunday of each month. Hosted by Funk Express.

Blue Moon Ramblers

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

The Blue Moon Ramblers have been playing the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years! Join us for this entertaining tradition inside the area's...

Ben Gibson

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Influenced from greats both past and present: Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaugh, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, as well as more contemporary greats such as Joe...

The Motet: Love Time Tour

8:00pm / Animas City Theatre

Performing Two Sets - No Opening Bands Doors 7:00pm / Show 8:00pm / 21+ Formed over two decades ago, the funk six-piece The Motet...

Monday, January 13^th

Christmas Tree Drop Off

8:00am / Santa Rita Park

Christmas tree dropped off has officially begun through Jan. 31, 2025

Mahjong Mondays

5:00pm / Lola's Place

Ready for some fun and games?oin the SW Mahj Club at Lola's Place every second Monday of the month for an exciting afternoon of Mahjong!

Joel Racheff

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Joel Racheff was born in Wyoming, raised in New Mexico, and has spent most of his adult life in good ol' Durango. As a young man, Joel was and continues...

Monday Night Swing

7:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Brewery

Grab a drink and learn to dance! Swing dance lesson 7pm, dance to swing & jazz music 8pm-close! $8 cover pays for the lesson,...

Comedy Open-Mic Mondays

8:00pm / The Starlight Lounge

Grab some drinks & join local comedians, first-timers, and storytellers every Monday for their newest jokes & material! Select shows will also feature...

Tuesday, January 14^th

Three-part fly tying class series: Nymphs

5:00pm / Duranglers Flies and Supplies

Are you looking to level up your fly tying skills? Join us for our three-part fly tying class series, taught by Duranglers own guide Brian. January...

Jason Thies

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Jason Thies is a guitarist, singer and songwriter based out of Durango, Colorado. Since 1999 he has released 5 albums of original music-2 of which (People...

Painting Party - Chimney Rock

6:30pm / 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 for...

Open Mic Night

7:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Open mic every Tuesday, open to performers of all kinds and levels from beginners to experts. Support local live music!

Wednesday, January 15^th

Event Planning Conference

10:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds & Event Center

Share best practices and learn the keys to marketing, permits, safety and available grants at the 2025 Durango Event Planning Conference! Arrive...

Hermosa Paint & Sip

4:00pm / Hermosa Cafe

Sip on your beverage of choice as you are lead through a step by step process by a Visual Arts professional on how to paint your very own landscape painting...

West Slope Startup Week - New Year Launch Party!

5:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks

West Slope Startup Week is kicking off the New Year and celebrating the momentum of Year 3 in Durango! Hosted at EsoTerra Ciderworks--Join Lead Organizer...

Word Honey Poetry Workshop

6:00pm / Durango Public Library

Join us at the library for a free poetry workshop- come write and create original works with us! All are welcome.

Donny Johnson

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Donny is a self-proclaimed "Troubador!" He plays the guitar and sings - mostly cover tunes of everyone from working musician Willie Nelson to Waylon Jennings,...

West Coast Swing 6-Week Basic Course

7:30pm / The Smiley Building | Room 15

In this scaffolded 6-week series, participants will learn the 5 fundamental patterns of West Coast Swing. Each week's lesson builds a foundation for the...

Thursday, January 16^th

Brain Yoga

5:30pm / Durango Public Library

The interactive brain health workshop will cover simple adjustments to boost brain power, tips to improve memory & concentration, brain-boosting foods...

Spanish Conversation Hour

5:30pm / Durango Public Library

Join us for an hour of conversation en español at the library the first and third Thursday of each month! Come practice your Spanish in an informal...

Bluegrass Jam Session

6:00pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company

Every Thursday Stop in and enjoy some local Bluegrass jams by your Local bluegrass jammers. $4 pints all day and if you would like to join the...

Tim Sullivan

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Tim Sullivan, singer/songwriter, has been a featured performer with Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette, and Glen Campbell. He has entertained...

Andrew Schuhmann

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Andrew Schuhmann is the San Juanderer, a roaming singer/songwriter and acoustic cover artist celebrating a restlessness in spirit, yet satisfaction with...

Powerhouse Trivia Night

6:30pm / Powerhouse Science Center

Trivia at the Powerhouse happens every first and third Thursday of each month. Food is provided for purpose by Laura's Artisan, the menu changes each...

Trivia Night

7:30pm / Starlight Lounge

Hosted by Aria PettyOne Featuring 3 rounds of trivia, prizes, and local drag performances! Come see if you have the brains to win our grand prize...

Big Richard - Two Night Run

8:00pm / Animas City Theatre

Animas City Theatre Presents Big Richard - GIRL Dinner Tour Special guest: Birds of Play - Night One Stillhouse String Band - Night...

Friday, January 17^th

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...

Fresh Beer Fridays!

3:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ

Every Friday we will tap a one-of-a-kind, unique, special, small-batch brew from our Mod System. Only available at World HQ!

Kitchen Jam Band

5:00pm / Four Leaves Winery

Local celtic musicians featuring fiddle, whistle accordion/concertina, bodhran. Lively jigs and reels supported with piano and guitar. Check...

Larry Carver & Friends

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Local talent Larry Carver's melodic and passionate electric lead guitar work covers a wide range of rock, blues, jazz and country!

Dustin Burley

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Dustin's music is a blend of Outlaw Country/Blues/Classic Rock/Folk. He puts his own twist on old classics and blends his original songs through his...

Painting Party - Monets Water Lilies

6:30pm / Picasso & Vino

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

Treasure Hunt

7:00pm / The Subterrain

We really like a good treasure hunt... Naturally, we wanted to make one for you to come experience in our one-of-a-kind Subterrain space....

San Juan Symphony Beyond the Concert Hall presents a Chamber Music Series - The Life and Music of Claude Debussy

7:00pm / St. Marks Episcopal Church

Lecture Recital hosted by Dr. Rochelle Mann, San Juan Symphony Principal Flute featuring Debussy's enchanting chamber music.

Swing Social Dance

7:00pm / Florida Grange #306

Swing dancing for all ages! Lindy Hop, Charleston, Shim Sham, ECS to swing music from the 1930's & 40's Jazz Era. Beginner lesson 7pm $5, social dance...

Big Richard - Two Night Run

8:00pm / Animas City Theatre

Animas City Theatre Presents Big Richard - GIRL Dinner Tour Special guest: Birds of Play - Night One Stillhouse String Band - Night...

Saturday, January 18^th

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...

Food Drive for TARA Food Pantry!

9:00am / Albertsons and South City Market grocery stores

MLK weekend, drop off food or cash/check to help Indivisible Durango support TARA Food Pantry in Arboles CO. Jan 18-19 from 9-5pm each day at 3 locations...

English Conversation Circle

10:00am / Durango Public Library

English speaking practice for adult English learners of all levels. All languages and cultures welcome. Learn about your community, make new friends, and...

Live Clay Painting with Eunika Rogers

12:00pm / Blue Rain Gallery

Eunika Rogers is a mixed media artist based in Telluride, CO who composes her paintings of found and foraged materials from nature, collaborating with...

Durango Wedding Expo

12:00pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds

Shop, Sample, plan! In one afternoon, find your dream ceremony & reception location. Book your event planner, caterer, photographer, floral...

Painting Party - Winter Sunset at the River

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 for...

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...

Euchre Tournament

5:30pm / Union Social House

Get ready for an exciting evening of cards, competition, and camaraderie! Whether you're a seasoned euchre pro or just love a good game, this tournament...

Matt Rupnow Music

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...

Sunday, January 19^th

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...

Food Drive for TARA Food Pantry!

9:00am / Albertsons and South City Market grocery stores

MLK weekend, drop off food or cash/check to help Indivisible Durango support TARA Food Pantry in Arboles CO. Jan 18-19 from 9-5pm each day at 3 locations...

Board Game Sundays

2:00pm / Lola's Place

Join us every Sunday afternoon when Guild House Games brings loads of board games to Lola's Place for your pleasure! Compete in your favorite game...

Charlie Henry

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Chuck Hank, the low end force behind Durango's musical revolution, has become an iconic figure under the neon lights of countless venues. With his nimble...

Blue Moon Ramblers

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

The Blue Moon Ramblers have been playing the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years! Join us for this entertaining tradition inside the area's...

Monday, January 20^th

Christmas Tree Drop Off

8:00am / Santa Rita Park

Christmas tree dropped off has officially begun through Jan. 31, 2025

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...

Coke Race #1

9:00am / Durango Nordic Ski Club

This long standing Durango event brings skiers together to celebrate winter from beginning to end. Race Lengths: 9 km (adult); 3 km or...

Joel Racheff

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Joel Racheff was born in Wyoming, raised in New Mexico, and has spent most of his adult life in good ol' Durango. As a young man, Joel was and continues...

Aikido Starter Session Begins

6:00pm / DSBK Dojo

Find your path this year. Try Aikido, Japan's youngest martial art. It teaches flowing through confrontations (rather than crashing or clashing)....

Monday Night Swing

7:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Brewery

Grab a drink and learn to dance! Swing dance lesson 7pm, dance to swing & jazz music 8pm-close! $10 cover pays for the lesson,...

Comedy Open-Mic Mondays

8:00pm / The Starlight Lounge

Grab some drinks & join local comedians, first-timers, and storytellers every Monday for their newest jokes & material! Select shows will also feature...

Tuesday, January 21^st

Headshot Harmony

9:00am / Allison Ragsdale Photography

Unleash your inner star with Allison Ragsdale Photography's dynamic duo, Allison and Hannah! Join our Headshot Harmony Event - where your...

Community Listening Session - Envision the future of The Powerhouse!

9:00am / The Powerhouse

The Powerhouse is hosting several community listening sessions with our Exhibit and Experience Planning partners, Process Curiosity. At these sessions...

Cowboy Tuesdays

12:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Dust off those boots & round up your pals — Cowboy Tuesdays are back in town! Join us at The Diamond Belle Saloon, nestled in the historic...

Three-part fly tying class series: Emergers

5:00pm / Duranglers Flies and Supplies

Are you looking to level up your fly tying skills? Join us for our three-part fly tying class series, taught by Duranglers own guide Brian. January...

Cookbook Club: Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat by Samin Nostrat

6:00pm / Durango Public Library

Let's get together and cook a potluck of recipes from our chosen cookbook! Here's how it works: 1. Register for the club. 2....

Terry Rickard

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Terry has been entertaining Strater guests and locals for years! Terry grew up playing in rock bands around the Boston area before moving to southern California....

Jason Thies

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Jason Thies is a guitarist, singer and songwriter based out of Durango, Colorado. Since 1999 he has released 5 albums of original music-2 of which (People...

Fierce & Fabulous Drag Bingo

7:00pm / Union Social House

Get ready for a night of fierce fun and fabulous vibes at the Union Social House! Hosted by the one and only Aria Pettyone, this event promises multiple...

FLC Artist in Residence

7:00pm / Fort Lewis College, Roshong Recital Hall

Please join us for this wonderful mix of music featuring the talented Dr Eric Millard. Dr. Millard will perform music by Jeffrey Curnow,...

Wednesday, January 22^nd

United Way Day

8:30am / Wolf Creek Ski Area

Offering special rates on full day lift tickets and a portion of ticket sales will benefit our partners at United Way of Southwest Colorado!

Lunch & Learn: How Your Website Can Boost Profits!

12:00pm / Community Room at TBK Bank, SSB

Did you know..... most business websites underperform! Your website is a powerful tool in helping your business grow and make you money. Uncover the...

Hermosa Paint & Sip

4:00pm / Hermosa Cafe

Sip on your beverage of choice as you are lead through a step by step process by a Visual Arts professional on how to paint your very own landscape painting...

Set Your Vision, Ignite Your Purpose

5:00pm / Online

We're now well into 2025—are you keeping the resolutions and intentions you set? If not, would you like to understand why? The answers lie in working...

Internet Safety and Cyberbullying Workshop

5:00pm / Pine River Library

Are you a parent or caregiver interested in learning about internet safety? Join us at Pine River Library from 5:15-7:00pm to Meet with Chris Brown from...

Donny Johnson

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Donny is a self-proclaimed "Troubador!" He plays the guitar and sings - mostly cover tunes of everyone from working musician Willie Nelson to Waylon Jennings,...

West Coast Swing 6-Week Basic Course

7:30pm / The Smiley Building | Room 15

In this scaffolded 6-week series, participants will learn the 5 fundamental patterns of West Coast Swing. Each week's lesson builds a foundation for...

Thursday, January 23^rd

Sip & Stitch - Craft and Wine Thursdays

4:00pm / Durango Winery

Bring a craft to work on and get 25% off glasses of our locally produced wine. Please no projects involving glitter or paint...

The FUN-Official Kickoff of Snowdown - Durango Chamber Business After Hours

5:00pm / DoubleTree by Hilton Durango

It’s time to roll the dice, make your move, and level up the fun at the FUNofficial Kick-Off of Snowdown - the Chamber's Business After Hours! It's...

Bluegrass Jam Session

6:00pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company

Every Thursday Stop in and enjoy some local Bluegrass jams by your Local bluegrass jammers. $4 pints all day and if you would like to join the...

Rob Webster

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Originally from Chicago-land, Rob is one of our favorite entertainers and also thinks The Office Spiritorium is one of the "coolest rooms in Durango!"...

Tim Sullivan

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Tim Sullivan, singer/songwriter, has been a featured performer with Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette, and Glen Campbell. He has entertained...

Powerhouse Trivia Night

6:30pm / The Powerhouse

Join us for Powerhouse trivia night on the first and third Thursday of every month! Trivia night features four rounds of questions, always including a...

Trivia Night

7:30pm / Starlight Lounge

Hosted by Aria PettyOne Featuring 3 rounds of trivia, prizes, and local drag performances! Come see if you have the brains to win our grand prize...

Friday, January 24^th

Snowdown Tshirt Day

8:30am / Magpies Newsstand & Cafe

Are you "game" to play dress-up? Time to don your official SNOWDOWN 2025 themed shirt. No merch you say? We got you covered! Stop at Magpie's for your...

Snowdown Theme Contest

9:00am / Magpies Newsstand & Cafe

Submit your idea for SNOWDOWN 2026 themes are chosen 2 years in advance. The winner will be announced during the Purgatory opening ceremony. Let your imagination...

Build-a-Bong

10:00am / Prohibition Herb

Level up your game with this year's Build-a-Bong contest at Prohibition Herb! Drop off your creation at Prohibition Herb Friday Jan 24 through Saturday...

Spin To Win

11:00am / Grassburger

Step up and spin to win for your chance to win exciting prizes! With every order placed in the dining room during the SNOWDOWN time frame, one lucky player...

Poetry Rhyming Game

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

Snowdown rhyming showdown. There will be a Poetry Rhyming Board game that will move you forward with each rhyming word. The player with the most rhymes...

Puzzle Contest

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

The timer has started! There will be puzzles for contestants to choose from. Each time a puzzle is chosen to put together it will be timed so don't...

Costume Monopoly

12:00pm / Skyridge Soaps & Suds

Come in your costume and let's play! Participants will role a single dice and land on a corresponding tile. Do not pass go and do not go to jail! Must...

Save The Chicken! Egg Drop

1:00pm / Gazpacho New Mexican Restaurant

Teams of 4 people will compete in The Egg Drop. Up to 15 teams can participate. All teams will be given a box full of random items to build a shelter to...

Live Action Hungry Hungry Hippos

3:30pm / Durango Public Library, Youth Services

Join us for an exciting, larger-than-life version of the classic game Hungry Hungry Hippos! For ages 5-12.

The Gable House Presents: Clue - A Murder Mystery

4:00pm / The Gable House

Live a Detective Thriller: Do You Have What It Takes to Solve the Crime? Experience a live-action whodunit inspired by the classic game...

Mustache Roulette

4:00pm / The Subterrain

Gentleman! Grow out your scruff and trust your facial fate to our mustache wheel and barbers. Ladies! Or clean shavers... be part of the fun and give the...

Clue Beer Dinner

5:00pm / Carver Brewing Company

3-courses inspired by Clue characters. Can you guess the craft beer pairing for each course?! A delightful part of SNOWDOWN, don't miss...

Annual Bartenders Contest

5:30pm / Starlight Lounge

Calling bartenders…Shake, pour and blend your way to create the best cocktail. The winning concoction will be the official cocktail of SNOWDOWN. Must...

Twist and Shout

6:00pm / Union Social House

Be prepared to twist, bend, and contort on our oversized Twister board as you twist and shout your way to stay alive on the board. 40 participants will...

Mike Testa

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Mike was raised in Rockaway, New Jersey and he came to Durango, Colorado to get his BA in Exercise Science from Fort Lewis College in Durango. By day,...

Larry Carver & Friends

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Local talent Larry Carver's melodic and passionate electric lead guitar work covers a wide range of rock, blues, jazz and country!

Magic The Gathering: Innistrad Remastered Draft

6:00pm / Guild House Games

Three rounds played with the best of 3 declaring sweet victory! Must be 11+. Start time is 6:15 Entry Cost: $40 Prizes: Booster...

Painting Party - Powder Day

6:30pm / 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 for...

41st Annual Snowdown Follies

7:00pm / Durango Arts Center Theatre

SNOWDOWN Follies are back for the 41st year for more fun, laughter, outlandish entertainment, games,and local commentary! This event is brought to you...

Sleepover Party Game

7:00pm / Durango Dance

You're invited to a 90s style slumber dance event. Wear your favorite PJs and come prepared to dance to your favorite 90s hits as we create our favorite...

Cornhole Friday Night Switch

7:00pm / American Legion Post 28

Guaranteed 6 games, 4 games round robin and then tournament of 2 games or more spin wheel for a partner. Please download the App prior scoreholio.com....

Limbo Contest

7:00pm / EsoTerra

Welcome to the Limbo Contest! Join us as we find out just how low you can go in the grooviest limbo contest around. How low can you go? We'll see who can...

Clue Beer Dinner

7:30pm / Carver Brewing Company

3-courses inspired by Clue characters. Can you guess the craft beer pairing for each course?! A delightful part of SNOWDOWN, don't miss...

41st Annual Snowdown Follies

10:00pm / Durango Arts Center Theatre

SNOWDOWN Follies are back for the 41st year for more fun, laughter, outlandish entertainment, games,and local commentary! This event is brought to you...

Karaoke Contest

10:00pm / 8th Avenue Tavern

Come on in and sing your hearts out! contestants will be judged based on vocalization, performance, and showmanship! Come sing, laugh, dance, and party...

Saturday, January 25^th

Homebuyer Education Class

8:30am / Fort Lewis Campus

Tired of renting? Join our Homebuyer Education Class. Learn what it takes to become a homeowner and gain access to local down payment assistance funds....

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...

Venture Snowboards - Demo Day

9:00am / Purgatory Resort

Give yourself the gift of a day out with Venture Snowboards based in Silverton, Colorado. With their love for the sport and attention to detail, you might...

Snowdown Theme Contest

9:00am / Magpies Newsstand & Cafe

Submit your idea for SNOWDOWN 2026 themes are chosen 2 years in advance. The winner will be announced during the Purgatory opening ceremony. Let your imagination...

English Conversation Circle

10:00am / Durango Public Library

English speaking practice for adult English learners of all levels. All languages and cultures welcome. Learn about your community, make new friends, and...

VNTRbirds Good Vibes Ride

10:00am / Purgatory Village Express Lift

Join VNTRbirds on Saturday, January 25th for Good Vibes Ride Day! VNTRbirds loves to bring together and continue to build our outdoor community. We host...

Build-a-Bong

10:00am / Prohibition Herb

Level up your game with this year's Build-a-Bong contest at Prohibition Herb! Drop off your creation at Prohibition Herb Friday Jan 24 through Saturday...

Cornhole Tournament

11:00am / American Legion Post 28

Bags fly at 11AM. Teams that were formed Friday night guaranteed 6 games if an individual shows up, we will try to find a partner for you. Get to 21 points...

Spin To Win

11:00am / Grassburger

Step up and spin to win for your chance to win exciting prizes! With every order placed in the dining room during the SNOWDOWN time frame, one lucky player...

Puzzle Contest

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

The timer has started! There will be puzzles for contestants to choose from. Each time a puzzle is chosen to put together it will be timed so don't...

Poetry Rhyming Game

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

Snowdown rhyming showdown. There will be a Poetry Rhyming Board game that will move you forward with each rhyming word. The player with the most rhymes...

Bingo At The Bee's

12:00pm / Applebee's

B-4 you know it you have Connect 4 in a row and now the anticipation. Do not get twitchy with Ants in the Pants until you can Spill the Beans and yell...

Costume Monopoly

12:00pm / Skyridge Soaps & Suds

Come in your costume and let's play! Participants will role a single dice and land on a corresponding tile. Do not pass go and do not go to jail! Must...

Puzzle Tournament

12:00pm / Guild House Games

Grab a partner this is a 2-player team competition, teams can be 2 adults or 1 adult and 1 child. The big challenge is not having a Clue on what the end...

How Well Do You Know Y(our) Wine?

12:00pm / Four Leaves Winery

A game, just for wine? Sign me up! Walk on in and let the games begin! This will not be any Trouble using our descriptive menu get a Clue, detect, identify...

Yarn Meetup

1:00pm / Durango Public Library

Calling knitters, crocheters, and fiber artists of all ages and levels! Come work on your current project in an informal group setting!

Snow Science & Social Snowshoe

1:00pm / Lizard Head Pass

Join San Juan Mountains Association and Mountain Studies Institute to learn about forest ecology, watersheds, climate change, and the future of snowpack...

Outhouse Stuffing

1:00pm / Gazpacho New Mexican Restaurant

What would a Game of Life be without SNOWDOWN outhouse stuffing? The team that stacks and squeezes the most people into the outhouse within 2 minutes and...

Poetry Duels Junior

1:00pm / The Subterrain

Join the Durango Poet Laureates, Esther Belin and Zoe Golden, hosts of this fast furious head-to-head tournament style battle. Contestants will get a random...

Rollin' For The Win: Giant Yahtzee

1:00pm / Sun Sapphires

Join us for an exciting game of Giant Yahtzee test your luck and strategy as you use your dice-rolling expertise with oversized dice for a chance to win...

Stretching with Cats

2:00pm / Cat Care Durango

We're thrilled to announce our second Stretching with Cats event! For just a $25 suggested donation, you can enjoy a relaxing stretch session...

Paper Airplane Toss

2:00pm / Office Depot

Life is so much fun with paper airplanes. Participants will be provided the 24lb paper to create and fold at the event; no clips, tape, weights, or glue,...

Texas Hold-em Poker Tournament

2:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Do not be looking for Trouble or you may get a Ticket to Ride out of town. Who will have the best poker face, can bluff beautifully, or just be the best...

Warhammer 40K 1000 - Point Tournament

3:00pm / Guild House Games

"In the grim darkness of the far future, there is only war" and now SNOWDOWN! Move your warriors through 2-hour rounds with preset terrain on each table,...

Name That Tune Bingo

4:00pm / Barons Creek Vineyards

Picture this: as music plays you test your musical knowledge by marking off songs on your card. It is the perfect fusion of a music quiz and the classic...

Most Wholesome Compliment Battle

4:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks

Join us for the word Battle Royale. Where sweet words flow like Catan resources, and compliments stack higher than Jenga towers! In this roast-battle turned...

Ping Pong Tournament

4:30pm / Starlight Lounge

Ready for paddling? Come on in for the best Ping Pong challenge in town. Lots of back-and-forth action with thrills and spills a physical Chess game. ...

Clue Beer Dinner

5:00pm / Carver Brewing Company

3-courses inspired by Clue characters. Can you guess the craft beer pairing for each course?! A delightful part of SNOWDOWN, don't miss...

Corkers

5:00pm / Durango Winery

Play the classic bar game Quarters, but with a twist. Instead of playing with quarters we will be playing with CORKS! Sound difficult? It is. Show up as...

Glow Climbing Night

5:00pm / Gravity Lab

Neon Glow Night is a blacklight event with live DJ sets, glow in the dark climbing, backlights, and decorations. Games and events include: Climber Twister,...

Word Warriors

5:30pm / Union Social House

A scrabble competition where word enthusiasts nd strategists come together to test their vocabulary, spelling skills, and tactical thinking. Players compete...

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 Music

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...

Poetry Duels

6:00pm / The Subterrain

Join the Durango Poet Laureates, Esther Belin and Zoe Golden, hosts of this fast and furious head-to-head tournament style poetry battle. Participants...

Painting Party - The Cardinal

6:30pm / 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 for...

Crokinole Tournament

6:30pm / VFW Post 4031

Older than Monopoly and more fun than shuffle board, a Canadian board game of dexterity and tactics. Beginners are welcome; It may be simple to learn but...

All The Right Moves Dance Night

7:00pm / Lola's Place

Get ready for an unforgettable night of dancing! We are turning up the music and transforming the dance floor into the ultimate party—where the only...

41st Annual Snowdown Follies

7:00pm / Durango Arts Center Theatre

SNOWDOWN Follies are back for the 41st year for more fun, laughter, outlandish entertainment, games,and local commentary! This event is brought to you...

Clue Beer Dinner

7:30pm / Carver Brewing Company

3-courses inspired by Clue characters. Can you guess the craft beer pairing for each course?! A delightful part of SNOWDOWN, don't miss...

Blindfold Dance Challenge feat. 'DJ Chef Donnie'

8:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks

Ready, Set, Go! The ultimate showdown dancing to a mashup of tunes with your partner, smooth and easy. Sorry, it is the Game of Life with funky moves and...

41st Annual Snowdown Follies

10:00pm / Durango Arts Center Theatre

SNOWDOWN Follies are back for the 41st year for more fun, laughter, outlandish entertainment, games,and local commentary! This event is brought to you...

Karaoke Contest

10:00pm / 8th Avenue Tavern

Come on in and sing your hearts out! contestants will be judged based on vocalization, performance, and showmanship! Come sing, laugh, dance, and party...

Sunday, January 26^th

First Tracks Brunch Experience

7:30am / Dantes Backside Bistro

Dream of getting those first tracks? Well we have a special treat for you! On select dates this winter, we're offering you the opportunity...

Know the Snow Rando (Skimo) Race

8:00am / Purgatory

Join us for the Annual Rando Race, a fantastic benefit event for the Know the Snow Fund! This incredible local nonprofit is committed to building a safer...

Backcountry Basics with VNTR Birds

8:30am / Purgatory Village Express Lift

Avalanche education is the best piece of gear you can have in the backcountry. Whether you’re splitboarding, AT skiing, or snowmobiling,...

Cascade Canyon Winter Train

9:00am / Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel...

Snowdown Theme Contest

9:00am / Magpies Newsstand & Cafe

Submit your idea for SNOWDOWN 2026 themes are chosen 2 years in advance. The winner will be announced during the Purgatory opening ceremony. Let your imagination...

Build-a-Bong

10:00am / Prohibition Herb

Level up your game with this year's Build-a-Bong contest at Prohibition Herb! Drop off your creation at Prohibition Herb Friday Jan 24 through Saturday...

Spikeball Tournament

11:00am / Santa Rita Park

Spikeball aka "that yellow trampoline game" aka "if volleyball and foursquare had a baby" is a game played by teams-of-two, volleyball-style (think bump,...

Giant Jenga Family Competition Brunch

11:00am / The Tangled Horn

Come have Brunch with us and compete with other families to build the tallest Giant Jenga tower! Only 10 slots available!
Entry Cost: FREE
Entry...

Spin To Win

11:00am / Grassburger

Step up and spin to win for your chance to win exciting prizes! With every order placed in the dining room during the SNOWDOWN time frame, one lucky player...

Poetry Rhyming Game

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

Snowdown rhyming showdown. There will be a Poetry Rhyming Board game that will move you forward with each rhyming word. The player with the most rhymes...

Puzzle Contest

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

The timer has started! There will be puzzles for contestants to choose from. Each time a puzzle is chosen to put together it will be timed so don't...

Ski Parade & Opening Ceremony

1:00pm / Purgys Patio Purgatory Resort - On the Beach

Give a toast to the most amazing winter celebration in the universe with this kickoff celebration that not only celebrates the start of Snowdown but announces...

Hopscotch

1:00pm / Gazpacho New Mexican Restaurant

Ahhh the ultimate playground test of balance and aim. The rules are simple: throw an object and hop through numbered squares to retrieve said object without...

One Piece Trading Card Game

1:00pm / Guild House Games

The One Piece Trading Card Game is your chance to assemble the ultimate pirate crew, except instead of treasure, you're hoarding shiny cards and smug victories....

Chess Tournament

1:00pm / Durango Winery

The stakes are high, the moves are slow, and the tension is palpable. It's a thrilling combo of intellectual warfare and quiet staring contests—perfect...

Euchre Tournament

1:00pm / VFW Post 4031

A card game that’s all about calling the shots, sometimes bluffing, and occasionally pretending you understand what’s happening. It's a fast-paced...

2nd Annual Hamster Derby Race

2:00pm / Creature Comforts - Centennial Center

We are SO excited to be a part of Snowdown 2025! Our event will be a Hamster Derby at Creature Comforts. This event is open to all small pets that safely...

Blood On The Clocktower

2:00pm / Lola's Place

Hosted by Guild House Games, gather at Lola’s for an afternoon of mystery and deduction. Each player receives either a ‘good’ or ‘evil’ token...

Y2K Blind Singalong

3:00pm / Lizard Head Trading Company

Hey Ya! Drop It Like It's Hot when you take the stage and sing alongside your favorite Y2K song accompaniments. The only catch: the lyrics will be behind...

Warhammer 40K 1000 - Point Tournament

3:00pm / Guild House Games

"In the grim darkness of the far future, there is only war" and now SNOWDOWN! Move your warriors through 2-hour rounds with preset terrain on each table,...

Apples to Apples

4:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks

Apples to Apples is a fun, fast-paced card game of unexpected comparisons and endless laughter. Players take turns acting as the judge, presenting a green...

Blue Moon Ramblers

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

The Blue Moon Ramblers have been playing the Diamond Belle Saloon every Sunday for over 30 years! Join us for this entertaining tradition inside the area's...

Ben Gibson

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Influenced from greats both past and present: Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaugh, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, as well as more contemporary greats such as Joe...

Monday, January 27^th

Christmas Tree Drop Off

8:00am / Santa Rita Park

Christmas tree dropped off has officially begun through Jan. 31, 2025

Search For The Silver Bullet

9:00am / Durango area

Hosted by A & L Coors & Four Corners Broadcasting Now in its 26th year, this event challenges all players in the game of SNOWDOWN to find...

Snowdown Theme Contest

9:00am / Magpies Newsstand & Cafe

Submit your idea for SNOWDOWN 2026 themes are chosen 2 years in advance. The winner will be announced during the Purgatory opening ceremony. Let your imagination...

Build-a-Bong

10:00am / Prohibition Herb

Level up your game with this year's Build-a-Bong contest at Prohibition Herb! Drop off your creation at Prohibition Herb Friday Jan 24 through Saturday...

Spin To Win

11:00am / Grassburger

Step up and spin to win for your chance to win exciting prizes! With every order placed in the dining room during the SNOWDOWN time frame, one lucky player...

Poetry Rhyming Game

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

Snowdown rhyming showdown. There will be a Poetry Rhyming Board game that will move you forward with each rhyming word. The player with the most rhymes...

Puzzle Contest

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

The timer has started! There will be puzzles for contestants to choose from. Each time a puzzle is chosen to put together it will be timed so don't...

Coaster Coasting

2:00pm / 8th Avenue Tavern

Teams of two compete in a ten-hole challenge, aiming to toss coasters into buckets set up around the bar. Scoring varies with hit or sink. Heckling encouraged...

Death Cafe

4:00pm / Durango Public Library

A Death Café is a group directed discussion of death; it is not a grief support group. Our objective is to increase awareness of death with a view to...

Board Game Crafts

4:00pm / Durango Public Library

Get your game on- literally! Design your own accessories and jewelry with our supply of surplus board game pieces! The possibilities are...

What's In the Box Family Game Night

4:00pm / Lola's Place

Bring your friends and family to enjoy food, drinks, and board games in partnership with Guild House Games. Try classics or new releases, with a board...

Joel Racheff

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Joel Racheff was born in Wyoming, raised in New Mexico, and has spent most of his adult life in good ol' Durango. As a young man, Joel was and continues...

Pajama Party Night

6:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks

Slip into your comfiest PJs for our ultimate slumber party zone! A night of Scooby-Doo cartoons, Ouija boards, and a Build Your Own Mac n' Cheese bar....

Monkey Tail

6:30pm / Starlight Lounge

Channel your inner primate! Don a monkey tail and collect bananas scattered throughout the "jungle." Must be 21+. Event Cost: FREE Prizes!

Chess Open Play

6:30pm / Guild House Games

Meet and greet, enjoy open chess play for enthusiasts of all levels. Ages 13+. Entry Cost: Free

Monday Night Swing

7:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Brewery

Grab a drink and learn to dance! Swing dance lesson 7pm, dance to swing & jazz music 8pm-close! $10 cover pays for the lesson,...

Comedy Roast

8:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Step up to the mic and play the ultimate comedy game of wit as you roast Durango like a pro! Roll the dice on your best jokes and fire off your funniest...

Tuesday, January 28^th

Search For The Silver Bullet

9:00am / Durango area

Hosted by A & L Coors & Four Corners Broadcasting Now in its 26th year, this event challenges all players in the game of SNOWDOWN to find...

Snowdown Theme Contest

9:00am / Magpies Newsstand & Cafe

Submit your idea for SNOWDOWN 2026 themes are chosen 2 years in advance. The winner will be announced during the Purgatory opening ceremony. Let your imagination...

Build-a-Bong

10:00am / Prohibition Herb

Level up your game with this year's Build-a-Bong contest at Prohibition Herb! Drop off your creation at Prohibition Herb Friday Jan 24 through Saturday...

Puzzle Contest

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

The timer has started! There will be puzzles for contestants to choose from. Each time a puzzle is chosen to put together it will be timed so don't let...

Spin To Win

11:00am / Grassburger

Step up and spin to win for your chance to win exciting prizes! With every order placed in the dining room during the SNOWDOWN time frame, one lucky player...

Poetry Rhyming Game

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

Snowdown rhyming showdown. There will be a Poetry Rhyming Board game that will move you forward with each rhyming word. The player with the most rhymes...

Great Decisions Durango

11:30am / Durango Public Library

The Great Decisions Durango discussion group will meet at the Durango Public Library from 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. to discuss "India: between China, the...

4 Klask Tournament

12:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks

Calling all players ages 10 to 110! Make your move in this Klask-tacular showdown! This magnetic tabletop game blends skill, luck, and fun—imagine mini...

Guess Who - Stoner Edition

1:00pm / Telluride Bud Company

Players take turns asking yes or no questions about the character's appearance. After each question, players turn over the cards that have been eliminated....

Coaster Coasting

2:00pm / 8th Avenue Tavern

Teams of two compete in a ten-hole challenge, aiming to toss coasters into buckets set up around the bar. Scoring varies with hit or sink. Heckling encouraged...

Pokemon Club

3:00pm / Guild House Games

Learn to play Pokemon and trade w/ others. Must be able to read. All ages and levels are welcome! Entry Cost: Free Prizes!

Three-part fly tying class series: Dries

5:00pm / Duranglers Flies and Supplies

Are you looking to level up your fly tying skills? Join us for our three-part fly tying class series, taught by Duranglers own guide Brian. Classes...

Broadway Blind Singalong

5:00pm / Lizard Head Trading Company

Wilkommen! Take the stage and belt your favorite theatre songs alongside accompaniment. The only catch: the lyrics will be behind you! Sing the correct...

Engage Forum Durango

5:00pm / Durango Community Recreation Center

Connect with the City's departmental directors on issues or questions pertaining to local government. Mike French the City's Prosperity Officer will be...

Pinball Board Game Olympics

6:00pm / Union Social House

This will be a pinball smorgasboard/game of events. There will be 4 or 5 mini events held for fun and prizes. There will be a small game of 2 v 2, players...

D&D&D&D

6:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Dungeons and Dragons dual to the death. Single elimination dual to the death tournament. Must be 21+. Event Cost: FREE Prizes!

Fashion Monopoly - The Chicken Edition

6:00pm / 11th Street Station

The Cluck Stop has a brand new event this year at 11th Street Station. Have you always wanted to be in a fashion show? This is your chance! With just one...

Check And Mate - High Five Contest

6:00pm / Durango Craft Spirits

A classic high five competition! All you kings and queens come on down for a classic high five competition. You and a partner will complete a series of...

Snowdown Follies Gala Premier Performance

8:00pm / Durango Arts Center Theatre

The Follies Grand Gala Performance – returning for the 41st year of entertainment with more fun, laughter, games and local commentary! To purchase tickets...

Air Guitar Contest

8:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Open air, open mic, rockers only. Show your moves on the floor with your air guitar. Must be 21+. Event Cost: FREE Prizes!

Wednesday, January 29^th

Search For The Silver Bullet

9:00am / Durango area

Hosted by A & L Coors & Four Corners Broadcasting Now in its 26th year, this event challenges all players in the game of Snowdown to find...

Snowdown Theme Contest

9:00am / Magpies Newsstand & Cafe

Submit your idea for SNOWDOWN 2026 themes are chosen 2 years in advance. The winner will be announced during the Purgatory opening ceremony. Let your imagination...

Build-a-Bong

10:00am / Prohibition Herb

Level up your game with this year's Build-a-Bong contest at Prohibition Herb! Drop off your creation at Prohibition Herb Friday Jan 24 through Saturday...

Spin To Win

11:00am / Grassburger

Step up and spin to win for your chance to win exciting prizes! With every order placed in the dining room during the SNOWDOWN time frame, one lucky player...

Puzzle Contest

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

The timer has started! There will be puzzles for contestants to choose from. Each time a puzzle is chosen to put together it will be timed so don't...

Poetry Rhyming Game

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

Snowdown rhyming showdown. There will be a Poetry Rhyming Board game that will move you forward with each rhyming word. The player with the most rhymes...

Fashion Do's & Dont's

12:00pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds & Event Center

Behold, as our elite models display why Durango was voted “Worst Dressed Community” by USA Today. This isn’t the boardwalk, honey, it’s the catwalk!...

Scavenger Hunt

12:00pm / Durango American Legion

The Scavenger Hunt is venturing back to Durango, and we are ready to roll the dice and hide the game pieces to keep the hunt alive. Judging is on Friday...

Coaster Coasting

2:00pm / 8th Avenue Tavern

Teams of two compete in a ten-hole challenge, aiming to toss coasters into buckets set up around the bar. Scoring varies with hit or sink. Heckling encouraged...

Keg Cap Frisbee

2:00pm / Balcony Bar & Grill

The backyard sport that combines the precision of frisbee with the questionable aim of people who’ve been hanging out near a keg all day. The game is...

Union Arena Trading Card Game - Learn To Play

3:00pm / Guild House Games

Learn to play this brand new game from Bandai Entertainment where your favorite characters from different franchises team up – or battle it out – in...

What's Crackin' Lego Walk

3:00pm / 11th Street Station

Sprint across a minefield of legos, in a timed AND barefoot race! No need for panic, it's over in a jiffy. Perfect for thrill seekers and anyone who’s...

Buttonmaking

4:00pm / Durango Public Library

Looking for a little extra Snowdown flavored flair? The library has you covered with our annual Snowdown Button Making event. Create your...

Hermosa Paint & Sip

4:00pm / Hermosa Cafe

Sip on your beverage of choice as you are lead through a step by step process by a Visual Arts professional on how to paint your very own landscape painting...

Hot Wing Eating Contest

4:00pm / Animas City Theatre

A competition where the winner gets glory and possibly a night of questionable digestion and a lifetime aversion to buffalo sauce. Come hungry, come happy....

How Local Are You?

4:00pm / Animas Chocolate Co

If you understand every joke in the Follies, this event might be for you. Calling all history buffs and keepers of local lore, this trivia contest is sure...

Coaster Crafter Workshop

5:00pm / Lola's Place

Join us for a unique board game-themed coaster-making workshop. Reserve your spot to receive all the supplies you need, including two blank coasters. An...

Stop & Go Showdown

5:00pm / 11th Street Station

Join us for a giant tournament of the classic Red Light, Green Light game - the chaotic freeze-frame competition of awkward poses from our youth. Grab...

Bicycle Roller Races

5:00pm / Zia Taqueria North

Calling all two wheel enthusiasts to the only race where you can cross the finish line without actually going anywhere. Grab your bike of choice, hop on...

Cribbage Tournament

5:00pm / Elks Lodge #507

Are you good at math? Are you good at math and some lighthearted trash talking Entry tickets are available starting Monday, Jan 27 at the Elks Lodge until...

Ska Double Trouble Darts

5:30pm / Union Social House

Possibly the only time it's acceptable to throw sharp objects in a bar. Bring a partner or connect with another solo soul to form a dynamic duo. The first...

Dancing Board Game

5:30pm / Durango Dance

Charades, Twister, and Freeze mesh together for a fun glow dance and obstacle course. At least one parent or guardian must stay with each group of children....

Spellebration

5:30pm / The Powerhouse Science Center

Spellebration is a fun adult spelling bee fundraiser that benefits the Durango Adult Education Center. Spellebration features Snowdown-themed words, audience-participation,...

Donny Johnson

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Donny is a self-proclaimed "Troubador!" He plays the guitar and sings - mostly cover tunes of everyone from working musician Willie Nelson to Waylon Jennings,...

Giant Jenga

6:00pm / Starlight Lounge

The ultimate boss battle of stacking games that will leave you yelling “Sorry!” if you’re responsible for the tower collapse. Must be 21+. Event...

Scotch Doubles Billiards

6:00pm / The Garage

Required Registration! https://forms.gle/qrF33eDS3vfKtmVF7 Are you playing chess while they’re playing checkers? Wrong answer -...

Family Feud

6:00pm / Anarchy Brewing

We asked 100 of Durango locals the most pressing questions of our time and you know what they said? You'll have to come and find out! A classic game of...

Pinball Tournament

6:00pm / J Bos Pizza

A bonafide pinball tournament that is sponsored by the International Pinball Flipper Association. Format will be 3 strikes, you're out! The winner?...

Magical Musical Mystery Tour

6:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ

Join us for SNOWDOWN’S longest-running music trivia contest! Each round is like drawing a card from the Uno deck—will you land on a genre you know...

Beyond The Board Butt Darts

7:00pm / 11th Street Station

A perennial SNOWDOWN favorite, we take the classic party Quarters to the next level! Teams of 4 will compete against each other in a tournament-style bracket,...

Pick Up Line Contest

7:00pm / Animas City Theater

Do you have lines so smooth people think they’re from a rom-com? Have you successfully challenged someone to a game of Twister with just one line? Then...

West Coast Swing 6-Week Basic Course

7:30pm / The Smiley Building | Room 15

In this scaffolded 6-week series, participants will learn the 5 fundamental patterns of West Coast Swing. Each week's lesson builds a foundation for...

Joke Down

8:00pm / VFW Post 4031

Do you think you’re funny? Better question, do your friends think you’re funny? Well then, time to put your jokes to the test! Tell your funniest joke...

Lip Sync Contest

8:00pm / El Rancho Tavern

Armed with exaggerated facial expressions and wildly enthusiastic dance moves, it’s like charades gone rogue. Best performance and crowd favorite takes...

Sports Trivia

8:00pm / The Roost

What better way to achieve the zen of peace and love than contact sports! Test your sports knowledge at Durango’s home for sports. Teams of no more than...

MC Battle

10:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Two competitors face off in a lyrical showdown, spitting rhyme like they’ve unlocked cheat codes for the English language. Crowd noise chooses the best...

Thursday, January 30^th

Search For The Silver Bullet

9:00am / Durango area

Hosted by A & L Coors & Four Corners Broadcasting Now in its 26th year, this event challenges all players in the game of SNOWDOWN to find...

Snowdown Theme Contest

9:00am / Magpies Newsstand & Cafe

Submit your idea for SNOWDOWN 2026 themes are chosen 2 years in advance. The winner will be announced during the Purgatory opening ceremony. Let your imagination...

Build-a-Bong

10:00am / Prohibition Herb

Level up your game with this year's Build-a-Bong contest at Prohibition Herb! Drop off your creation at Prohibition Herb Friday Jan 24 through Saturday...

Spin To Win

11:00am / Grassburger

Step up and spin to win for your chance to win exciting prizes! With every order placed in the dining room during the SNOWDOWN time frame, one lucky player...

Puzzle Contest

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

The timer has started! There will be puzzles for contestants to choose from. Each time a puzzle is chosen to put together it will be timed so don't...

Poetry Rhyming Game

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

Snowdown rhyming showdown. There will be a Poetry Rhyming Board game that will move you forward with each rhyming word. The player with the most rhymes...

Big Wheel Derby

1:00pm / Balcony Bar and Grill

Race to the finish! Best time for one lap wins. Come out and play to beat your time from last year - it's game on! Must be 21+. Entry Cost:...

Lifesize Board Game Contest

1:00pm / Fort Lewis College Student Life Center

Participants will be competing in a life size board game as if they were the game pieces and players as one. Prizes awarded to winners. Must be 18+ and...

Dragons, Cracks And Bams! Oh My! It's Mah Jongg!

1:00pm / Dalton Ranch Clubhouse Restaurant

Don't Risk missing out or you'll be Sorry! No one gets in Trouble here. Although you might experience a little Aggravation! Enjoy an afternoon playing...

Warming Hut

2:00pm / Grassburger Downtown

Hosted by Radio101 and Grassburger. Go directly to the Radio101 Warming Hut, do not pass Grassburger downtown! Do not miss your chance for SNOWDOWN Follies...

Painting Party

3:00pm / Picasso & Vino

Paint your own commemorative 2025 SNOWDOWN painting! We'll teach you step by step. No experience necessary! This will be the only time we ever offer...

Tic Tac Go

3:00pm / Cross Fit Durango

Teams of 2 play tic tac toe with medicine balls and kettle bells. You can move the other team's marker if you are faster than they are. Round robin...

Snow Down Painting Party!

3:00pm / Picasso & Vino

Paint your own commemorative 2025 SNOWDOWN painting! We'll teach you step by step. No experience necessary! This will be the only time we ever offer this...

Teen Live Action Clue

3:30pm / Durango Public Library, Youth Services

Join us for an exciting afternoon of mystery and intrigue at our Teen Live Action Clue event! Work together with friends to solve puzzles, gather clues...

Footdown & Bunny Hop Bike Contests

4:00pm / Lola's Place

Get ready for a wheel-spinning evening of epic fun with Lola's Place and Pedal Durango! We're hosting Footdown and Bunny Hop competitions that will test...

Good Vibes Operation Competition

4:00pm / 11th Street Station

Test your jitters and skill at our Operation board game classic! Go head-to-head in a single lady/dude tournament. Speed and steadiness will be key to...

Name That Tune

4:00pm / 8th Avenue Tavern

Contestants will be given clips of songs to listen to. They will then be asked to name the song and artist of the song. Each correct answer earns one point....

Sip & Stitch - Craft and wine Thursdays!

4:00pm / Durango Winery

Bring a craft to work on and get 25% off glasses of our locally produced wine. Please no projects involving glitter or paint...

Snowdown Jr King and Queen Contest

4:30pm / Best Western Rio Grande Inn

Hosted by McDonald’s and Best Western Rio Grande Inn. This one is for the 7–10 year olds from Durango elementary schools. Winning royalty will ride...

Opening Reception - An Imagined Almanac: A Future for the Colorado Plateau

4:30pm / The Gallery at Fort Lewis College

The Gallery at Fort Lewis College is excited to welcome Kate Aitchison and her exhibition An Imagined Almanac: A Future for the Colorado Plateau. Aitchison's...

Tye Off - Fly Tying Contest

5:00pm / The San Juan Angler

Test your tying skills on a small (size 22), medium (size 12) and large (size 2) hook to develop 3 unique fly patterns. All materials and tools included,...

It's Your Move Connect 4

5:00pm / 11th Street Station

Take it back to the good ol' days with a classic game of Connect 4. Join us for a speed-timed, tournament style battle of Connect 4! Come one, come all!...

Cocktails for Conservation

5:00pm / Public House 701

Join us in celebrating 33 years of La Plata Open Space Conservancy at our annual SNOWDOWN fundraiser! Cocktails for Conservation is a lively, elegant event...

Beer Trivia at Carver's

5:30pm / Carver Brewing Company

Calling all beer lovers! Get ready for an evening of brain-teasing fun at our "Beer Trivia". Whether you're a beer expert or just love a local craft brew,...

Rock-em-Sock-em Snowbots

5:30pm / The Good Fight Boxing Gym

Game on!! PILLOW FIGHTING returns to The Good Fight. Contestants will be matched, according to age, weight, and let's face it… availability. Contestants...

Sober Paint & Sip

5:30pm / Durango Coffee Company

Hosted by Durango Coffee Company. Presented by Advocates for Recovery Colorado. Get ready to unleash your inner artist at our Sober Paint and Sip, where...

Cards Against Snowdown

5:30pm / VFW

Have you ever wanted to be rewarded for being the most politically incorrect and offensive person in the room? Then come on down to this year's most encapsulating...

Bluegrass Jam Session

6:00pm / Durango Beer & Ice Company

Every Thursday Stop in and enjoy some local Bluegrass jams by your Local bluegrass jammers. $4 pints all day and if you would like to join the...

S-P-O-O-N-S

6:00pm / Union Social House

Grab those spoons! Calling all Midwestern Revelers to the game of the region. Join us in a masterful night of rowdy spoons as we battle for the coveted...

Tim Sullivan

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Tim Sullivan, singer/songwriter, has been a featured performer with Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette, and Glen Campbell. He has entertained...

Andrew Schuhmann

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Andrew Schuhmann is the San Juanderer, a roaming singer/songwriter and acoustic cover artist celebrating a restlessness in spirit, yet satisfaction with...

Beer Pong

6:00pm / The Garage

Required Registration! https://forms.gle/7xohTugQ48Ni8nNEA Teams of 2 will square off in this double elimination tournament played...

Boot Skoot'n Boogie Dance Off

6:00pm / The Tangled Horn

Dance Battle with Cowboy Boots Required. Can you out Boot-Skoot your opponent? Join us for this classic dance battle featuring everything from Gangsta...

Hungry Hungry Sliders

6:00pm / 11th Street Station

Limited seats at this speed eating, single elimination eating competition. Chow down through the rounds with different Backcountry Gourmet sliders for...

Down With The Yahtzee

6:00pm / 11th Street Station

Got the right vibes and a lucky roll? Time to shake the dice and go for the Yahtzee! Test your luck, plan your moves and show off your strategy skills!...

Creek Games

6:00pm / Antlers on the Creek

Join us at Antlers on the Creek, the historic Bed and Breakfast on Lightner Creek, for an evening filled with fun and games, delicious snacks, beer, wine...

Champagne Pong

6:00pm / DoubleTree by Hilton

Teams of 2 will face off in a single elimination tournament of Champagne Pong. Get the ping pong ball in the champagne glass and Bingo – you score! Must...

Magical Musical Mystery Tour

6:00pm / Ska Brewing World HQ

Join us for SNOWDOWN’S longest-running music trivia contest! Each round is like drawing a card from the Uno deck—will you land on a genre you...

Snow Job, Blow Job

6:30pm / Starlight Lounge

Who can blow the best? First person to blow a cup across a table wins the round and claims victory. Like a giant Twister coming through! Must be 21+. Event...

Trivia Night

6:30pm / Powerhouse Science Center

The Powerhouse is back with its annual SNOWDOWN Trivia! Known for its tricky questions, this year’s game gets even tougher with a SNOWDOWN twist and...

Ecstatic Dance

6:30pm / Durango American Legion

It's your move at Ecstatic Dance. Come join the movement where we dance our way into the game of Life. Featuring a pro DJ, high quality sound and...

80's Video Dance & Costume Party

7:00pm / Animas City Theatre

Dress up in your 80's attire and come enjoy your favorite 80's videos playing on our movie screen, music ranging from Ah-Ha to ZZ Top, and every one between. ...

Drag Trivia

7:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Trivia contest hosted by everyone’s favorite drag queen, the amazing Aria PettyOne. A Trivial Pursuit of the finest kind! Must be 21+. Event...

Strong Showdown

7:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks

Think you’ve got what it takes to hold your own? Welcome to the Stein-Strong Showdown, where your strength, stamina, and cider-loving spirit are put...

Doughminoes Disc Golf

7:00pm / 11th Street Station

Here's the lowdown...come test out your throwing arm with a SNOWDOWN fan favorite, Pizza Dough Disc Golf! You only get one dough ball and three baskets,...

Drag Race And Fashion Show

8:00pm / El Rancho Tavern

Don’t get your panties in a Twister! Come strut your stuff. Must be 21+. Entry Cost: FREE Entry Deadline: 60 minutes before event Prizes:...

Snowdown Follies Gala Premier Performance

8:00pm / Durango Arts Center Theatre

The Follies Grand Gala Performance – returning for the 41st year of entertainment with more fun, laughter, games and local commentary! To purchase tickets...

Line Dancing Competition

9:00pm / Wild Horse Saloon

Ages 18-80 get to battle it out on the dance floor!! One Line Dance at a time! Must be 18+. Entry Cost: No registration fee. There will...

Durango Drag Dance

10:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Dance the night away with DJ Aria PettyOne! Must be 21+. Entry Cost: No registration fee. There will be $5 cover at the door. Prizes:...

Karaoke Contest

10:00pm / 8th Avenue Tavern

Come on in and sing your hearts out! contestants will be judged based on vocalization, performance, and showmanship! Come sing, laugh, dance, and party...

Friday, January 31^st

Balloon Rally and Mass Ascension

8:00am / Animas Valley

You won’t be “Sorry” if you get up early to view the beautiful hot air balloons flying in the Hermosa Creek area. This spectacular event is sponsored...

Snowdown Tshirt Day

8:30am / Magpies Newsstand & Cafe

Are you "game" to play dress-up? Time to don your official SNOWDOWN 2025 themed shirt. No merch you say? We got you covered! Stop at Magpie's for your...

USASA Boardercross Competition

9:00am / Purgatory Resort

Come watch as snowboarders race simultaneously down the same inclined course with various features that test the competitors’ balance and control at...

Search For The Silver Bullet

9:00am / Durango area

Hosted by A & L Coors & Four Corners Broadcasting Now in its 26th year, this event challenges all players in the game of SNOWDOWN to find...

Snowdown Theme Contest

9:00am / Magpies Newsstand & Cafe

Submit your idea for SNOWDOWN 2026 themes are chosen 2 years in advance. The winner will be announced during the Purgatory opening ceremony. Let your imagination...

Build-a-Bong

10:00am / Prohibition Herb

Level up your game with this year's Build-a-Bong contest at Prohibition Herb! Drop off your creation at Prohibition Herb Friday Jan 24 through Saturday...

Scavenger Hunt Judging

10:00am / Durango American Legion

The Scavenger Hunt is venturing back to Durango, and we are ready to roll the dice and hide the game pieces to keep the hunt alive. Judging is on Friday...

Spin To Win

11:00am / Grassburger

Step up and spin to win for your chance to win exciting prizes! With every order placed in the dining room during the SNOWDOWN time frame, one lucky player...

Puzzle Contest

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

The timer has started! There will be puzzles for contestants to choose from. Each time a puzzle is chosen to put together it will be timed so don't...

Poetry Rhyming Game

11:00am / Create Art and Tea

Snowdown rhyming showdown. There will be a Poetry Rhyming Board game that will move you forward with each rhyming word. The player with the most rhymes...

Kan Jam

12:00pm / Balcony Bar and Grill

Grab a partner and toss the frisbee but not your cookies. Be the winning team for our annual event KAN JAM! Must be 18+. Entry Cost: FREE Prizes!

Costume Monopoly

12:00pm / Skyridge Soaps & Suds

Come in your costume and let's play! Participants will role a single dice and land on a corresponding tile. Do not pass go and do not go to jail! Must...

Operation: Super Sexy Car Wash

2:00pm / 11th Street Station

Show off your best moves in this SNOWDOWN event! You will have 3 minutes to show the judges and the crowd your best threads and your winning dance moves....

Get Parade Ready

2:00pm / The ArtRoom Collective at the Smiley

Get parade ready in the Smiley Building ArtRoom! Life's A Game, so come get crafty with us. Score early parking, get decorated, grab food, then walk...

Chili Cook Off & Bloody Mary Presale Tickets

3:30pm / The Garage

You can avoid long lines and get your tickets early, for tomorrow we eat chili and drink a Bloody Mary, or a few. Must be 21+. Entry Cost:...

Friday Fun: Crafternoons For Kids

3:30pm / Durango Public Library, Youth Services

We’re celebrating SNOWDOWN with a special "Crafternoon for Kids" where you can unleash your creativity and prepare for the parade! All materials...

In It To Win It

3:30pm / The Powerhouse

Join us at The Powerhouse for an exciting, family-friendly event during SNOWDOWN! Families will compete in a series of fun and fast-paced "Minute to Win...

Beer Puppeteer at Carver's

4:00pm / Carver Brewing Company

"Beer Puppeteer" - where the art of puppetry meets the world of craft beer. Immerse yourself in a unique experience that combines the whimsical wonder...

Peanut Butter Tic-Tac-Toe

4:00pm / EsoTerra

Get ready to dive into the world's most epic mashup - Tic Tac Toe meets Beer Pong! In this rowdy, laugh-out-loud competition, 10 teams of two battle it...

Hand On The Van

4:30pm / In front of Durango Coffee Company

Hosted by Mayor’s Youth Advisory Commission. Ages 4-12 We have the “Monopoly” on this contest, so come join us! Hand on the van is a Mr.-Beast inspired...

Red Ball Express

5:00pm / Hosted by Rotary Clubs of La Plata County and Alpine Bank

Event begins at 5:15 Hosted by Rotary Clubs of La Plata County and Alpine Bank. Red Ball Express is a local fundraising event organized...

Rock, Paper, Scissors

5:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Don’t get caught between a rock and hard place!! Rock breaks scissors, paper covers rock, and scissors cut paper! Sounds simple right? The game is played...

Spaghetti Dinner

5:00pm / Elks Lodge

Pasta la vista baby! Spaghetti Dinner before and after the parade or until sold out. Spaghetti, meatballs, salad and bread. All ages welcome. Entry...

Dress To Impress IRL Edition

5:00pm / Lizard Head Trading Company

Bring your favorite online fashion game to life and create your own Project Runway! Using clothing on our racks, put together outfits based on several...

Mocktails & Minis

5:00pm / Picasso & Vino

We have a great view from our studio on Main Ave for the parade! Join us for MOCKTAILS & MUSIC & learn about our sessions of fun & creativity. MINI...

Snowdown Light Parade

6:00pm / Downtown Durango

Hosted by Purgatory Resort. This is Durango’s only nighttime parade where lit floats cover Main Avenue. The parade will be showcasing all sorts of board...

Larry Carver & Friends

6:00pm / The Diamond Belle Saloon

Local talent Larry Carver's melodic and passionate electric lead guitar work covers a wide range of rock, blues, jazz and country!

Dustin Burley

6:00pm / The Office Spiritorium

Dustin's music is a blend of Outlaw Country/Blues/Classic Rock/Folk. He puts his own twist on old classics and blends his original songs through his...

Magic Carpet Ride

6:00pm / Starlight Lounge

Come on and take a free ride! Race to the finish on your magic carpet! Must be 21+. Event Cost: FREE Prizes!

Chutes And Ladders Rail Jam

6:00pm / Chapman Hill

Come show off your terrain park skills as you climb and grind your way to the top of the podium! Awards will be given to the top male and female ski and...

Beer Bingo

6:00pm / Durango Beer and Ice Company

Sit back, grab a bingo sheet & join in on the bingo game that can score prizes. Don't be a square, join in the fun! Whether you win by straight...

Snowdown Follies Videocast (Early Show!)

7:00pm / Animas City Theatre

Doors open 6:30PM / Show 7:00PM 21+ If you missed the ticket sales for the Snowdown Follies live event, watch the show on the big...

41st Annual Snowdown Follies

7:00pm / Durango Arts Center Theatre

SNOWDOWN Follies are back for the 41st year for more fun, laughter, outlandish entertainment, games,and local commentary! This event is brought to you...

Twisted Sister Twister

7:00pm / The Subterrain

Get twisted with Aria PettyOne in an all-out SNOWDOWN style ‘80’s themed Twister tournament! That’s a tongue twister, but don’t let it bend you...

Drunken Dictionary

7:00pm / EsoTerra Ciderworks

Do you eschew obfuscation? Here’s your chance to prove it! Join EsoTerra Ciderworks for the Drunken Dictionary Showdown, where we’ll uncover if your...

Fight Club

7:00pm / The Tangled Horn

The Fight Club That Durango has been waiting for! Come watch local amateur bad***es duke it out for glory! Heavy sparring, 1 minute boxing rounds with...

The Maker Lab Dance Float

7:00pm / Durango American Legion

Come get a closer look at the awesome float constructed by the Maker Lab. If you don't know what the Maker Lab is, you will, after you follow it up...

Fusion Partner Dancing

7:30pm / Rotary Park Gazebo

Come dressed in your favorite game board attire and learn to sexy partner dance consensually and get down! Don't get confused, just fused! We will start...

Tortilla Slap

8:00pm / Los Amigos Del Sur (inside the Main Mall)

Atencion amigos y amigas! The moment you’ve all been waiting for is here, the second annual Tortilla. Boy, have we spiced things up! We’ve amped up...

Black Reunion Tour-sing Along Guess That Song

8:00pm / Derailed Pour House

From SNOWDOWN of years past...Back in black! Mr. Black has returned!! Join us for their rock & roll reunion tour. 80s & 90s is their jam, sing along if...

Flip Cup Contest

8:30pm / Starlight Lounge

Worried about getting “flipped off”? Don’t be, come join the fun. Place a cup on the table slightly off the edge then flip the cup. Must be 21+. Event...

Pole Dancing Competition

9:00pm / Wild Horse Saloon

Contestants 18 and over will battle for the title of King or Queen of the POLE! This is not your mother’s May pole! Wild horses shouldn’t keep you...

Risky Rhythms - A Head-To-Head Silent Disco

9:00pm / 11th Street Station

Are you ready for some “Friday Night Fever?” Join us for the return of our Silent Disco Head to Head Tournament. Whether you're joining us to showcase...

Snowdown Follies Videocast (Late Show!)

10:00pm / Animas City Theatre

Doors 9:30PM / Show 10:00PM 21+ If you missed the ticket sales for the Snowdown Follies live event, watch the show on the big screen...

41st Annual Snowdown Follies

10:00pm / Durango Arts Center Theatre

SNOWDOWN Follies are back for the 41st year for more fun, laughter, outlandish entertainment, games,and local commentary! This event is brought to you...

Cake Walk

10:00pm / Starlight Lounge

This is not your old fashioned cake walk. It’s all about that bass! Baby got back? Show us your junk in the trunk and see how the crowd reacts to this...

Karaoke Contest

10:00pm / 8th Avenue Tavern

Come on in and sing your hearts out! contestants will be judged based on vocalization, performance, and showmanship! Come sing, laugh, dance, and party...

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