January 2022 Events

Embark on an incredible train journey through the southwest Rocky Mountains. This unforgettable Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad's steam train excursion whisks passengers to and from Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and Canyon as it climbs through the San Juan Mountains, much of which is inaccessible by any other vehicle. It's a 52 mile roundtrip journey into a winter wonderland with a 60 minute layover at Cascade Canyon just enough time to take a winter walk along the river, take photos or have lunch by the fire in the pavilion.    Departure time is 9:15am and return time is 2:30pm. All trains have a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase.

Trains departs at 5:15pm and 6:50pm.    THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride is our most popular event of the year and is an annual holiday tradition for many riders. While the train excursion is roughly 65 minutes in duration, we recommend allowing 2 hours for the entire adventure so you can enjoy the full experience! The weather can be cold at the North Pole, so we recommend layering properly, even though all the cabins are heated aboard the train. As always, we recommend wearing pajamas to capture the Christmas spirit! Click below for more frequently asked questions about THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train.

Embark on an incredible train journey through the southwest Rocky Mountains. This unforgettable Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad's steam train excursion whisks passengers to and from Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and Canyon as it climbs through the San Juan Mountains, much of which is inaccessible by any other vehicle. It's a 52 mile roundtrip journey into a winter wonderland with a 60 minute layover at Cascade Canyon just enough time to take a winter walk along the river, take photos or have lunch by the fire in the pavilion.    Departure time is 9:15am and return time is 2:30pm. All trains have a concession car with a variety of snacks and drinks available for purchase.

Weekly yoga times: M/W/F 9-10am W/F/SAT 1:30-2:30pm Meditation SAT 3pm check out mindBodySOLEiL.com for class updates A yoga-esque flow, but NOT just yoga. here we focus on alignment, dynamics, flexibility and strength

Winter has well and truly stuck in and while It may be cold and dreary outside, we will be cozy inside, making beautiful plant and flower themed projects! Chose from Tuesday afternoon (when the kiddos are in school), or Wednesday evening classes!

Zumba Gold is a modified Zumba class for active older adults or anyone else interested in the same fun, but low impact, moves to music from around the world, and at a lower-intensity. The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Your instructor is Kathi MacNaughton.   This is a virtual class streamed through the Zumba website; you are not onscreen. Please email zumbawithkathi@gmail.com for weekly class link. (FIRST CLASS IS FREE)   *Class runs from 10:30am-11:30am

Latin Dance Durango will be offering a new 6 week session for salsa dance lessons. Beginner and advanced classes available. Beginner/level 1 starts at 7pm and advanced lessons start at 6pm. Social dance starts at 8pm after classes. We are offering this 6 week session for the price of our normal 4 week sessions as a new years special. To sign up or for more information please go to https://www.salsadancedurango.com/

The 1st Wednesday of every month is Community Day at The Powerhouse! Free admission to the science center from 9am-11am.    Thank you to our sponsor Dan Korman of Alpenglow Properties LLC.

Weekly yoga times: M/W/F 9-10am W/F/SAT 1:30-2:30pm Meditation SAT 3pm check out mindBodySOLEiL.com for class updates A yoga-esque flow, but NOT just yoga. here we focus on alignment, dynamics, flexibility and strength

Weekly yoga times: M/W/F 9-10am W/F/SAT 1:30-2:30pm Meditation SAT 3pm check out mindBodySOLEiL.com for class updates A yoga-esque flow, but NOT just yoga. here we focus on alignment, dynamics, flexibility and strength

Did you know that too little stomach acid rather than too much is a common reason for acid reflux? Especially when you're older?  Reflux can literally and figuratively be a pain. Chronic reflux (GERD) also damages the esophagus and increases the risk of esophageal cancer. Some folks have reflux without even realizing it. A sign of this can be a frequent urge to clear one's throat.  Join us to learn why reflux happens and some simple tips on how to deal with it.  You will receive a Zoom link the day before class. 

Zumba Gold is a modified Zumba class for active older adults or anyone else interested in the same fun, but low impact, moves to music from around the world, and at a lower-intensity. Zumba Gold Toning uses light weights while dancing (if desired; not required). This class format is approximately 50% regular Gold and 50% Gold Toning.   The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Your instructor is Kathi MacNaughton.   *Class runs from 6:45pm-7:45pm

Zumba Gold is a modified Zumba class for active older adults or anyone else interested in the same fun, but low impact, moves to music from around the world, and at a lower-intensity. The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Your instructor is Kathi MacNaughton.   This is a virtual class streamed through the Zumba website; you are not onscreen. Please email zumbawithkathi@gmail.com for weekly class link. (FIRST CLASS IS FREE)   *Class runs from 10:30am-11:30am

Join The Hive and In The Weeds in supporting local families with financial assistance through the winter! In partnership with Lola's Cafe and The Soup Pallete, we will be having a local Guest Chef cook up fresh soup every other week to sell for a $10 minimum donation per quart. Come warm your hearts with delicious soup at 725 E 2nd Ave every other Thursday starting December 9th!

Join us inside The Powerhouse exhibit gallery for Trivia night every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month. Our trivia includes four rounds- general trivia, science, pictures, and music. Bar open for drink purchases, and food available from Juicy's Shanty.

Weekly yoga times: M/W/F 9-10am W/F/SAT 1:30-2:30pm Meditation SAT 3pm check out mindBodySOLEiL.com for class updates A yoga-esque flow, but NOT just yoga. here we focus on alignment, dynamics, flexibility and strength

Join Cooling Bridges for a weekend of healing. Finding inner peace through forgiveness, clarity and strength.    This weekend will be full of professionals teaching about how to heal and let go of emotions that no longer serve you. From 1-1 forgiveness coaching to energy healing and so much more. go to coolingbridges.com to apply.    spots are limited due to keeping the sacredness of the event.

Weekly yoga times: M/W/F 9-10am W/F/SAT 1:30-2:30pm Meditation SAT 3pm check out mindBodySOLEiL.com for class updates A yoga-esque flow, but NOT just yoga. here we focus on alignment, dynamics, flexibility and strength

Zumba Gold is a modified Zumba class for active older adults or anyone else interested in the same fun, but low impact, moves to music from around the world, and at a lower-intensity. The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Your instructor is Kathi MacNaughton.   *Class runs from 2:30pm-3:30pm

come check out your new downtown Durango fitness studio: yoga, hiit, strength, flexibility, massage & all the awesomeness Join us for yoga 1:30-2:30 then stay for our mind Body SOLEiL Meet & Greet. Holiday Raffle with awesome prizes, refreshments provided by Stimulus Café and Coffee House (cafestimulus.com) and ask all your fitness, meditation, massage and wellness questions. We are here for YOU!

EVENT CANCELED DUE TO COMPLICATIONS WITH COVID 19 We are very sad to have to cancel this event. We are working to set up a regional Zoom Q&A to answer any questions about the program. Please stay tuned and thanks for understanding. Join SCAPE and our mentors for a night of Q&A! This is a great opportunity to connect with SCAPE's network and learn more about the program. Hear from SCAPE Champions, John Wolgamott, Jasper Welch, and more about their role in helping startup companies take their business to the next level. Learn how the SCAPE program can help you with your bright idea! https://www.goscape.org/events/road-tour-durango

Get your grub on the first Saturday of the month through March. The Black Sheep Christian Motorcycle Ministry will be providing a FREE breakfast for the community @ Durango Harley-Davidson starting at 9AM until we run out of food. All are welcome to come!

Please join us on Zoom Saturday, January 8th at 1pm for the Animas Museum's Second Saturday Seminar Series. Dr. John Boyd will present the second part of his talk "The Bankers of St Mark's." There is no charge for the webinar, but registration is required at animasmuseum.org/events.html. The webinar will be recorded, and all registrants will receive a link within 24 hours. You can view Part 1 at animasmuseum.org/events.html.

Weekly yoga times: M/W/F 9-10am W/F/SAT 1:30-2:30pm Meditation SAT 3pm check out mindBodySOLEiL.com for class updates A yoga-esque flow, but NOT just yoga. here we focus on alignment, dynamics, flexibility and strength

You hear meditation is "good for you", but what's it all about and how do you get started? In this class we explain the "why" so the how becomes easier. Marie Soleil has been a practitioner of martial and energy arts for over 20 years and believes there are many paths to mindfulness. Every week we explore different techniques to help you discover your personal relationship with meditation

Please call to reserve your table for dinner reservations. There is open seating at the bar and bar tables. To learn more about us or see all of our events follow us on Instagram @basecampdurango or Facebook "basecampdurango"

6:00pm and 9:00 pm    The iNDIGO Room is a small intimate venue located inside of the iAM MUSIC Institute in the heart of Downtown Durango across main street from Buckley Park. These small house concert style shows provide a concert experience that allows the crowd and artist to interact in a way that feels like they are performing in your own living room.

Weekly yoga times: M/W/F 9-10am W/F/SAT 1:30-2:30pm Meditation SAT 3pm check out mindBodySOLEiL.com for class updates A yoga-esque flow, but NOT just yoga. here we focus on alignment, dynamics, flexibility and strength

At Durango Cafe au Play we know how hard it is these days to make connections and true friendships with other parents of young children. The vision of Cafe au Play is community, friendship and peer support. Our mission is to provide a safe space for parents and youth to gather, share ideas, find friends and nurture healthy relationships. We have three private, fenced in play areas for different ages (infant, toddler, pre-school) and an indoor playspace and gathering center. Cafe au Play services include: - Toddler-friendly enclosed play space - - Mindfulness & Yoga - - Classes, playgroups and support for parents of young children - - Childbirth Education - - Breastfeeding Support and Parenting Skills - Cafe au Play is a non-profit organization with fiscal sponsorship through the Community Foundation serving SW Colorado that is free for all. The Durango Cafe au Play is now co-located with the La Plata Family Centers Coalition at 495 Florida Road in downtown Durango. To access our outdoor play area, walk to the left of the building.

The San Juan Basin Archaeological Society invites the public to a Zoom presentation on Wednesday, January 12th at 7:00 pm. After a brief business meeting, Dr Anna Osterholtz will present a discussion on Sacred Ridge, a Pueblo I site now under Lake Nighthorse. This talk will be recorded. For log-in information, go to sjbas.org.

BID's monthly meeting is your opportunity to find out what is happening in Downtown Durango and in the North Main District. Join us for great networking and timely information! Held every month on the second Friday from 8:30 to 9:30 am at TBK Bank, 259 W. 9th Street, in the Community Room. The Community Room is located on the east side of the building.

Skyhawks vs Chadron State College  Womens @ 5:30, Mens @ 7:30

Come see the talented Durango youth perform in this annual Snowdown variety show! **Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or a negative PCR test from within 72 hours of the event will be required to enter the theatre.**

Calling all kids! The Durango Elks Lodge will be hosting it's annual Hoop Shoot Competition on 1/15/22 at St. Columba Catholic School gym! This is a fun event and winners in each category have the chance to go on to compete at the state and national levels! The age categories and contest rules are below. If you would like more information, contact Dewey Waldron at 970-769-8636 or dbw54@frontier.net. Thank you! CONTEST RULES 1. The 8-9 year old divisions shoot four feet in front of the regulation foul line. 2. The 12-13 year old Boys division shoots with a 29.5" basketball. All other divisions shoot with a 28.5" basketball. 3. All contestants should be given an official opportunity to warm up. Ten minutes is recommended. 4. Each contestant should be given up to five warm-up shots, if desired, before shooting for score. The number of shots for score is left to the discretion of the contest coordinator. However, it is recommended that at least five shots are offered. 5. Contestants cannot make a controlled bounce more than four times. If this happens, the shot is void. 6. After a contestant is handed the ball, s/he has 10 seconds to make a free throw attempt. A free throw begins when the ball is given to the contestant at the free throw line. It ends when the try is successful, when it is certain that the try will be unsuccessful, or when the ball becomes dead. 7. The contestant must stay behind the foul line until the ball has touched the hoop, backboard or net. If the line is touched before this happens, a penalty occurs and the shot is void. 8. Ties will be broken by taking five additional shots in the same shooting order until the winner is determined. AGE REQUIREMENTS 1. The Elks Hoop Shoot is open to all children, ages 8 to 13. The age group is based on the contestant age on April 1, 2022. 2. If the contestant will be age 7 on April 1, 2022, s/he is too young to participate. If the contestant will be age 14 on April 1, 2022, s/he is too old to participate. 3. There are six divisions: 4. Be sure to accurately assign contestants to the correct age group. Winners who do not shoot in their correct age group will be disqualified from participating in the next level of competition. No exceptions. 5. Visit elks.org/hoopshoot for an Age Group calculator to assign contestants age group. COVID REQUIREMENTS 1. Participants are encouraged to bring their own ball based on size requirements above for their category. 2. Masks will be required. 3. Sanitizer will be provided by the Elks Lodge at the event. 4. Judging and Elk personnel will be required to wear gloves.

Find everything you'll need to plan YOUR perfect wedding day... all in one place... all in one day! Browse breathtaking decor & floral displays, view the hottest party trends of 2022. Sip on mocktails, listen to music & sample decadent treats. Browse gorgeous exhibits, shop for dresses, and find all your wedding day vendors. Join us for one incredible afternoon dedicated to planning your dream wedding!

Learn to cut and polish a cabochon. In this class you will learn how to operate a large slab saw. From the slab you will be able to cut out an oval blank which you will learn to grind to shape and polish. You will have created a stone that is ready to set in jewelry. You will also learn how to drill a hole in a stone and how to make a matched pair of earrings out of rock. Cost of the class is $80. All materials are provided. To register contact Joel Arnold.

One way to beat the darkness of this time of year is to get outside and enjoy it! While experiencing the alpine glow of the Twilight Peaks and the rise of the full moon, strap on your snowshoes and join SJMA staff for an 60-90 minute interpretive walk. Afterwards, take in the beauty of the moonlit landscape and mingle with like-minded folks while warming by the bonfire and sipping a nice hot beverage (hot cocoa and mulled wine will be provided by the Nordic Center).   This is an event for the whole family.

Don't let the word yoga scare you, THIS yoga is focused on stretching & sports therapy. No yoga skills required Weekly yoga times: M/W/F 9-10am & 1:30-2:30pm Beginning Meditation 101 SAT 3pm check out mindBodySOLEiL.com for class updates Elements of yoga, but NOT JUST YOGA. here we focus on alignment, dynamics, flexibility and strength

Join us virtually for the first of our three part vaccine speaker series. During this event speaker Marc Masor will be teaching about the immune response in the body, and how it reacts to viruses and vaccines. Learn about how this relates to covid-19 and about the three vaccines available to the public. Q & A following the event.   Check our facebook page for updates, and tune into our livestream for the event.

Come join us for Hatha YOGA with chair assist at our neighborhood Florida Grange every Wednesday!   We will focus on stretching, strengthening and balance along with a warm-up, sun salutations and yoga poses.   Cost: 1st class Free, $7.00 Drop-in; $55.00 for class 10 pass.

Grieving the loss of a spouse, friend, sibling, parent - is a difficult time. Although grieving is a very personal experience, no one should grieve alone. Living with Loss offers the opportunity to learn about grief, the myths our society believes about grief, and find comfort among others who are experiencing loss.   The Summit Church, upstairs meeting room

We will have live music with Joel Racheff. Come enjoy great food and drink specials for the whole family to enjoy.

Come get fit & fabulous at the Durango Parks & Rec Community Center! 5 rounds of serious exercise moves to get you strong, toned and confident in your workout game.   Let by Marie Soleil Tuesdays & Thursdays 12Noon in aerobics

Join The Hive and In The Weeds in supporting local families with financial assistance through the winter! In partnership with Lola's Cafe and The Soup Pallete, we will be having a local Guest Chef cook up fresh soup every other week to sell for a $10 minimum donation per quart. Come warm your hearts with delicious soup at 725 E 2nd Ave every other Thursday starting December 9th!

We will have live music with Dustin Burley. Come enjoy great food and drink specials for the whole family to enjoy.

Come on by for some great music, food and drink!

Learn the basics of earring wire techniques and metal stamping! In this class we will make multiple different types of earrings: posts, long wire, and French wire addition (each student will go home with 2- 3 pairs of unique handmade earrings). We will also learn basic silver, copper, and brass soldering for those who are new to silversmithing. The earrings we make will be using simple decorative stamping techniques. There will be opportunities to use a drill press and become familiar with soldering torches. This class will be great for learning jewelry design and creativity! All supplies included. Class cost is $135, $75 deposit required. Please contact Emma Cooley.

We will have live music with Joel Racheff. Come enjoy great food and drink specials for the whole family to enjoy.

Tired of renting? Learn what it takes to become a Homeowner. The HomesFund (a local non-profit) offers monthly Homebuyer Education Classes in Durango. Topics covered include: Budgeting, Credit, Insurance, Lending and Local Down Payment Assistance programs, Real Estate, Inspection, and Home Maintenance. Space is limited, so please visit www.homesfund.org to register. Questions can be directed at 970-259-1418 ext. 1 or info@homesfund.org.

Curious about the lost wax process of casting… Here is your chance to explore & practice this creative art. A group of six individuals in a one-on-one personal instruction for 2 whole days. You will create your own design, carve that design into purple wax, then we encase it into a special type of casting investment. I personally bake it overnight within a kiln. Afterwards, you will melt your provided sterling silver & feel the floor Rumble…. Clean your artwork & Voilà your piece is ready to wear.   MATERIALS I will provide: Wax, 1oz of silver per person, one-on-one instruction.   TOTAL COST: $225.00- $100.00 to reserved place, (Check, PayPal, Cash)

We will have live music with Joel Racheff. Come enjoy great food and drink specials for the whole family to enjoy.

Animas City Theatre Presents Late Night Radio with Motifv Tickets on Sale Now 18+ / $18 / $20 Proof of vaccination (Physical card or picture of card on phone is accepted) or a negative PCR test with 72 hour time stamp needed to enter venue Alex Medellin aka Late Night Radio is a Denver-based musician, producer, and pillar of the Colorado electronic music scene. His unique hybrid electronic sound is inspired by classic soul and third coast hip-hop, paying tribute to the sounds of the past while seamlessly ushering in the sounds of the future "The easiest way to describe my music is, 'Electronic music for people who don't really like electronic music'," Alex explains. "There's hip-hop bass and beats, which keep it relevant. However, I'm taking it into new territory." It's also a style he's been working towards perfecting for nearly a decade. The Houston native bounced from New Orleans to Austin to Temecula and eventually Big Bear. During 2011, he started composing music for online videos and commercials before relocating to Colorado and seriously pursuing the art as a career, going full-time in 2014. Along the way, he released a series of fan favorite EPs—Concrete College [2012], Far Into the Night [2013], Soap Box [2014], and Reflective Tangents [2016]. The latter yielded "Find the Love" [feat. Borahm Lee], which clocked over 1.3mil Spotify streams as the EP cumulatively tallied 3 million-plus. Emotionally charged and explosive live sets transformed Late Night Radio into a Denver sensation Through nationwide tours with GRiZ, The Floozies, Gramatik, Lettuce, and BoomBox, Late Night Radio expedited his position at the forefront of electro-groove. His performances at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Electric Forest, Shambhala, Hulaween, and Camp Bisco have intoxicated attendees from all walks of life. Praised by tastemakers like Live For Live Music, EDM.com, EARMILK, and many more, it's no secret that the visionary producer is crafting something unique. Having clocked in at #1 on HypeMachine's popular remix chart with his official flip of Break Science's "Anthemy Mason" and a #1 slot on Canadian College Radio Hip-Hop charts for his production work on Def3's Small World album, his steeple-sized influence has transformed into something both atmospheric and quantifiable.?

Curious about the lost wax process of casting… Here is your chance to explore & practice this creative art. A group of six individuals in a one-on-one personal instruction for 2 whole days. You will create your own design, carve that design into purple wax, then we encase it into a special type of casting investment. I personally bake it overnight within a kiln. Afterwards, you will melt your provided sterling silver & feel the floor Rumble…. Clean your artwork & Voilà your piece is ready to wear.   MATERIALS I will provide: Wax, 1oz of silver per person, one-on-one instruction.   TOTAL COST: $225.00- $100.00 to reserved place, (Check, PayPal, Cash)

Don't let the word yoga scare you, THIS yoga is focused on stretching & sports therapy. No yoga skills required Weekly yoga times: M/W/F 9-10am & 1:30-2:30pm Beginning Meditation 101 SAT 3pm check out mindBodySOLEiL.com for class updates Elements of yoga, but NOT JUST YOGA. here we focus on alignment, dynamics, flexibility and strength

Typical Event: Join us for an evening out with a purpose! Womenade is a grassroots financial assistance program offering one-time grants of up to $500 to women who are normally self-sufficient, but are experiencing unexpected hardship. Bring a friend and a minimum $35 donation to this event. Light appetizers will be available and all people who donate that evening will get to vote on who will be funded with the money raised. Not able to attend? Write your check payable to "Womenade" and mail it to 679 E 2nd Ave, Unit 6, Durango, CO 81301. In-Person Event Canceled (January & March): Event canceled - BUT WE STILL NEED YOUR DONATION! Womenade is a grassroots financial assistance program offering one-time grants of up to $500 to women who are normally self-sufficient, but are experiencing unexpected hardship. Though the in-person event is canceled, your donation will still go to local women and their families this month! Please write your check payable to "Womenade" and mail it to 679 E 2nd Ave, Unit 6, Durango, CO 81301.

Come and enjoy live entertainment by various musicians while having some food and drink!

Come and enjoy live entertainment by various musicians while having some food and drink!

Come get fit & fabulous at the Durango Parks & Rec Community Center! 5 rounds of serious exercise moves to get you strong, toned and confident in your workout game.   Let by Marie Soleil Tuesdays & Thursdays 12Noon in aerobics

Magical and Mystical!!! Visit snowdown.org for a complete and updated schedule!

Come join us for Hatha YOGA with chair assist at our neighborhood Florida Grange every Wednesday!   We will focus on stretching, strengthening and balance along with a warm-up, sun salutations and yoga poses.   Cost: 1st class Free, $7.00 Drop-in; $55.00 for class 10 pass.

Hosted by Aiko Aiko Sound. This is SNOWDOWN’S oldest music trivia contest! Teams of 4 will test their knowledge of music trivia in a variety of musical genres, from Top 40 and heavy metal to classic Broadway show tunes!    Finals will be held on Thursday Jan 27. Must be 21+.

Live, interactive Zoom class. Class will be recorded for folks who can't make the time/date. $15.50   Fungal skin infections can be a persistent nuisance, whether it's athlete's foot, jock itch, dandruff, ringworm, and the like. The spray on drug store meds often lack efficacy, while other meds such as ketoconazole can be downright toxic. Part of the reason for toxicity is that fungal cells have a lot in common with our own, leading to unwanted effects in us.    Dealing with fungal skin infections is one area where an herbal approach can kick butt.    Learn foods that make your body an uninviting habitat and my favorite botanical allies for focused support.

The Animas City Theatre Presents The Mysto Really Big Magic Show A Family Friendly Snowdown Event Wednesday January 26th All Ages Doors 6:30pm / Show 7:30pm Mysto's Really Big Magic Show is a vaudeville style magic production featuring fantastically, mind-blowing magic illusions, comedy, fun, and featured circus performers. This is a family event that you won't soon forget. See the magic of 2-time award winning stage magician and entertainer: Mysto the Magi and his troupe of wildly weird assistants. Tickets: $25 (only available online) COVID Safety: Proof of vaccination (Physical card or picture of card on phone is accepted) or a negative PCR test with 72 hour time stamp needed to enter venue All attendees 2 years of age + are requested to wear a mask regardless of vaccination status. We will be screening for symptoms at the door.

Magical and Mystical!!! Visit snowdown.org for a complete and updated schedule!.

Come get fit & fabulous at the Durango Parks & Rec Community Center! 5 rounds of serious exercise moves to get you strong, toned and confident in your workout game.   Let by Marie Soleil Tuesdays & Thursdays 12Noon in aerobics

Magical and Mystical!!! Visit snowdown.org for a complete and updated schedule!

We will have live music with Joel Racheff. Come enjoy great food and drink specials for the whole family to enjoy.

Hosted by Purgatory Resort. Join the Magical Mystical beings on the streets for the SNOWDOWN Light Parade. It's Durango's only nighttime parade where light-bedecked floats create a dazzling delight in Durango's most spectacular and entertaining procession along Main Avenue. Miracles will abound while wizards, witches, fairies, magicians and all things mystical show their supernatural creativity on lighted floats. Floats compete for trophies in 10 divisions with special emphasis on lights and theme.

Two Shows! 6:30 and 9:30! If you missed the ticket sales for the Snowdown Follies live event, watch the show on the big screen at the Animas City Theatre! It's almost as good as the real thing - at half the price!  Tickets are $12.50

Nicolò returns to Durango for a rare and special concert on the ten-string guitar featuring works by Biber, Ohana and Bach. Nicolò is one of the few guitarists in the world to perform on both six-string and ten-string guitars, as well as on the theorbo, a plucked string instrument of the lute family.

Annual Veterans Benefit Dance. With the Jelly Belly Boogie Band.    $12 in advance or $15 at the door.    Starts right after the Parade!

Magical and Mystical!!! Visit snowdown.org for a complete and updated schedule!

In this one-day class (please choose either Saturday or Sunday), learn how to inlay copper, silver, brass or bronze designs into precious and base metal backgrounds. This class involves jewelry design, sawing metal, sweat soldering and stone setting. Prior soldering or silver smithing is highly recommended.   All supplies (silver, base metals and stones) are included. Tuition is $140. To register email the instructor Jama Crawford.   Students only need to sign up for one day.

Youth Program Fundraiser!   Team Format: Anything goes! Find three people, form a team, and let's have some fun. We strongly encourage people who don't typically race to join a team.   Race Format: Teams of 3 racers. Each racer will complete one 3k lap. Mass start with social distancing in mind. The clock starts when the starting gun fires. Times will be logged when the third member of the team crosses the line.

Calling all alchemists! Time to dust off that cauldron for the annual chili cook off. Bring your hunger and your sense of adventure to enjoy samples of red and green chili, salsas and vegetarian chili. Brews and soft drinks will be available to tame those fiery tongues. Doors open at 7 AM to decorate booths/stands/cookers and to start cooking your favorite recipes! Judging begins at 10:30 AM. Tasting cups on sale at 12 NOON with proceeds supporting SNOWDOWN! Witches and warlocks can vote for the people's choice award. Prizes generously underwritten by Sunny Side Meats Market.

Those who lay claim to Durango’s best Bloody Mary can show off their goods at this bloody good time! The Bloody Mary Contest takes place during the SNOWDOWN Chili Cook-off. Ice, cups and Vodka will be provided by Ironton Distillery & Crafthouse. Contestants bring the rest to prepare their Bloody Marys and decorate their booth AND themselves, for costumes are always encouraged!

Bring your glittery self to this brilliant game. Cornhole (aka bags, sack toss, or bean bag toss) is a lawn game in which players take turns throwing 16 ounce bags of corn kernels at a raised platform (board) with a hole in the far end. A bag in the hole scores 3 points, while one on the board scores 1 point. Play continues until a team or player reaches or exceeds the score of 21.   Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Friday, Jan 28  Prizes: 1st, 2nd 

For the first time ever, join SJMA, Mountain Studies Institute, local experts and winter athletes for a special winter education series, "Après Ski Science & Social". After you play in the mountains, meet us at SJMA's Outdoor Research tiny house at Andrew's Lake parking area to learn about forest health, watersheds, climate change, and the future of snowpack in the San Juans.   Hiking will start at 2:00 pm, so be geared up and ready to go by then. SJMA staff will be at the Andrew's Lake parking area by 1:30 pm to provide snowshoes to anyone who needs a pair. Hikers will return to the parking area at 4:00 PM and are welcome to stay for a hot beverage, bonfire, and good company. Registration required.

Three Shows! 3:30, 6:30 and 9:30! If you missed the ticket sales for the Snowdown Follies live event, watch the show on the big screen at the Animas City Theatre! It's almost as good as the real thing - at half the price!  Tickets are $12.50

Magical and Mystical!!! Visit snowdown.org for a complete and updated schedule!

In this one-day class (please choose either Saturday or Sunday), learn how to inlay copper, silver, brass or bronze designs into precious and base metal backgrounds. This class involves jewelry design, sawing metal, sweat soldering and stone setting. Prior soldering or silver smithing is highly recommended.   All supplies (silver, base metals and stones) are included. Tuition is $140. To register email the instructor Jama Crawford.   Students only need to sign up for one day.

Two Shows! 6:30 and 9:30! If you missed the ticket sales for the Snowdown Follies live event, watch the show on the big screen at the Animas City Theatre! It's almost as good as the real thing - at half the price!  Tickets are $12.50

The Durango Nordic Ski Club hosts the McDonald's Winter Triathlon at the Durango Nordic Center! Individuals or teams compete in a winter triathlon consisting of a ski, fat bike, and snowshoe leg.    Race categories include Adult Male, Female and Coed, and Youth Male, Female and Coed (Youth is 18 and under). Adults race a 5k ski, 10k fat bike, and 3k snowshoe. Youth race a 3k ski, 6k fat bike, and 2k snowshoe. Prizes for top finishers in each event.   Registration closes at 2 PM on Friday, February 4th. After 2 PM on Friday, late registrations may be considered for a $5 fee.

Friday 1/28 9am-10am Don't let the word yoga scare you, THIS yoga is focused on stretching & sports therapy. No yoga skills required Weekly yoga times: M/W/F and SATURDAY 12Noon-1pm check out mindBodySOLEiL.com for class updates Elements of yoga, but NOT JUST YOGA. here we focus on alignment, dynamics, flexibility and strength

3 Spots available for the February series!

Come and enjoy live entertainment by various musicians while having some food and drink!

Come and enjoy live entertainment by various musicians while having some food and drink!