February 2024 Events

In his solo show, artist Joseph Magnano presents his original artwork, Vibrant Cows and These Places Untold.   Vibrant Cows are award-winning and well-collected. The cows have been Joe's focus for the past 10 years. The titles are presented on the front of the paintings, which offer a connection to basic goodness. These Places Untold, Joseph's new work, are quite unique and being exhibited in Durango for the first time. Every These Places Untold painting begins as scraps fabric that are playfully laid out and sewn together into quilted collages. Each quilt becomes a reference for the painting and are on display for viewing at the gallery. These Places Untold are colorful acrylic paintings that bring to life a curious world of mystery.   Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday 11am-6pm

Tune in, turn on but don’t drop out in this scavenger hunt on campus at FLC. There will be a list of clues given to FLC students who will then look for the items around campus. Based on time and number of artifacts collected, prizes will be awarded to the top finishers. Must be a Fort Lewis College student. Must be 18+.   Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Come out and Support DHS Hockey for home games at Chapman Hill Ice Arena!   DHS JV vs. Battle Mountain  1:45 PM(1h 45m)

Hosted by Radio101 and Grassburger. Loveshack Baby! Too Cool For School? It can get mighty chilly during SNOWDOWN, so come in to Grassburger downtown and warmup at Radio101’s Warming Hut! Join the groovy Radio101 crew for a game of ball toss. The more accurate you are the more entries you get for a chance to win the hippest tickets in town, a pair of tickets to the 2024 SNOWDOWN Follies! Come in from the cold, warmup and play ball toss at the Radio101 Warming Hut. Must be 21+.   Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: Grassburger gift cards and swag. Grand Prize 2024 SNOWDOWN Follies tickets!

Big Wheel Keep On Turnin’! Proud Derby Keep On Burnin’! Best time for one loop wins. Come out and beat your time from last year! Must wear a helmet and be 21+.   Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 60 minutes before event  Prizes!

Lovin', Touchin' n' Eatin'! Let's confab about this! Limited seats at this speed eating, single elimination competition. Keep trucking through the rounds with different Backcountry Gourmet sliders for each round....come with an empty belly and make it to the final three standing for the grand prize! Must be 18+.   Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: NOON, day of event  Prizes!

Do you have WHEELY good balance? This is a bike event in a confined area to see who can stay balanced on their bike the longest without putting their feet down or going outside of the boundary. Two-wheeled bicycles only. Helmets required. A panel of judges will referee the event and select best costume. All ages.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st, 2nd and Best Costume

Hey dude, looking to create a little extra SNOWDOWN flavored flair? You won’t have to go too far out! The library has you covered with our annual SNOWDOWN Button Making event. Create your own design or choose from one of ours, either way the results will be groovy. All supplies provided. No registration required. All ages.  Entry Cost: FREE

Whether you are “Busted Flat in Baton Rouge” or “Livin’ in a Yellow Submarine” you can tune in and turn on for this musical happening. Contestants wil listen to clips of songs and they will then be asked to name the song and artist of the song. Each correct answer earns one point. Every four or five songs, contestants will be asked to name the year the song came out to earn a bonus point. Highest point total wins! Come show us your musical knowledge. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Doctor, doctor, gimme the news, I got a surgical contest just for you! 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 your key to success. Come join us for this (to say the least) entertaining event. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Hosted by McDonald's and Best Western Rio Grande Inn. Peace out young royalty! This one is for the 7-10-year-olds from Durango grade schools! Winning royalty will ride in the SNOWDOWN Light Parade Friday night! All ages are welcome to attend the final selection of SNOWDOWN'S Junior King and Queen competition at the Best Western Rio Grande Inn to cheer for their schools' selection.  Entry Cost: FREE

Brothers and sisters, come on "Join Together" with a classic game of Connect 4. Join us for a speed timed, tournament style battle of Connect 4! Come one, come all. Must be 21+.   Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Hosted by Public House 701. Totally see the light man! A collision of libations and life-saving skills incorporating teamwork, knowledge of the downtown bar scene and skills with an avalanche beacon that will send teams out across Durango in a competition to out-track one another. The goals? Hone your beacon skills and socialize with others in an easy-going, booze-imbued, avalanche burial setting. This year we will be holding a raffle for ALL contestants for a chance to win a free Recreational Level 1 Avalanche Course! Must be 21+.   Entry Cost: $40 per team  Entry Deadline: Day before event. REGISTER EARLY!! Spots fill up fast!  Prizes: Bragging Rights…. annnnnnnd 1st Place - Heroic honors to hold and decorate the 1st place trophy for next year. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place and Best Dressed!

Go with the flow and get hooked! Tye your best 3 flies on a small, medium and large hook. All ages welcome!  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st, 2nd and 3rd for mens, womens and youth divisions

Are you a pushover for building things? Wanna get high (and low)? Test your serenity and nerves of steel in a groovy giant Jenga contest. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st $50 Bar tab, 2nd $25 Bar tab, 3rd FREE drink

Get totally “hoppy” man. (Do you remember the sixties? If so you weren’t there!) Calling all beer lovers! Get ready for an evening of brain-teasing fun at "Beer Trivia." Whether you're a beer expert or just love a local craft brew, test your knowledge against the brewmaster. Teams of 4 compete for prizes. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: $40 per team  Prizes: Keg of Beer, Six packs and Carver’s swag

Hey, cosmic cats and music wizards, it's time to hop on the Magical Musical Mystery Tour at SNOWDOWN's longest-running groovy gathering! Gather your tribe of 4 and dive into the kaleidoscope of musical knowledge, man. It's a far-out journey through the vibes of various genres and mind-bending musical trivia. From rock 'n' roll riddles to psychedelic soundtracks, this contest is all about tuning into the cosmic frequencies of musical wisdom. This mystical quest is for those 18+.   6:00-9:30pm Entry Cost: $40/team Prizes: Best team name, Best costume, Crowd participation

Toast or get toasted! Teams of 2 will compete in a single elimination tournament of Champagne Pong. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: $10 per team  Entry Deadline: NOON, day of event  Prizes!

Lovin’ spoonful anyone? 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 spoon crown. Ten tables will play elimination style for 4 rounds until the final round when we crown the free spirited one. All ages welcome.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Are you a Yahtzee Guru? Do you have the good vibes and luck on your side to roll the famous Yahtzee? Test your luck and flash your strategy skills! Only good vibes for this competitive tournament! Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Don’t drop acid or your pong man. Teams of two will square off in this double elimination tournament played with traditional beer pong rules. This is a 64-team bracket and teams should sign up early, this event fills up! Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: $20  Entry Deadline: Sign up early, this event fills up!  Prizes!

Hey, cosmic cats and music wizards, it's time to hop on the Magical Musical Mystery Tour at SNOWDOWN's longest-running groovy gathering! Gather your tribe of 4 and dive into the kaleidoscope of musical knowledge, man. It's a far-out journey through the vibes of various genres and mind-bending musical trivia. From rock 'n' roll riddles to psychedelic soundtracks, this contest is all about tuning into the cosmic frequencies of musical wisdom. This mystical quest is for those 18+.   6:00-9:30pm  Finals will be held on Thursday February 1st.  Entry Cost: $40/team  Prizes: Best team name, Best costume, Crowd participation

Make love not war at The Powerhouse for a radical evening of trivia! This annual event features four rounds of trivia, always including a science and music round. Teams of five eligible to win. Bar open for drink purchases. Must be 18+.  Entry Cost: $5 suggested team donation

Got a totally rad talent? Show us your best (stupid?) human trick/talent/joke/performance. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st $50 Bar tab, 2nd $25 Bar tab, 3rd FREE drink

Come out and Support DHS Hockey for home games at Chapman Hill Ice Arena!   DHS VARSITY vs. Battle Mountain  6:30 PM(2h)    Entry fee for this game. (see previous post for details.)  Varsity Game Gate fees- (cash or Venmo)  $1-for DHS Students, $5- Students/military/Sr. Citizens, $7- Adults Children under 7 free. Children 13 and under need to be supervised by their parents while at the rink. No backpacks.

Ever drop some far-out words, man? Well, here's your chance to groove into the world of words and their meanings! Join EsoTerra Ciderworks and a panel of local judges to see if you actually know what that vocabulary you're using means. This 60's-themed contest will get you a large cider pour of your choice, and then we'll send you up on stage spelling bee elimination round style.   We'll toss each contestant a word, and you've got to tune in and let us know what it really means. Our judges and the crowd will be the vibe-checkers, and you'll even get a shot to spread your wisdom and convince 'em. Audience will throw ping pong balls to 'cast their vote'! The one who rides the word wave to the highest vibrations will score a fab EsoTerra prize!   $10 entry (includes your beverage!)

Early Show  Doors 6:00pm / Show 7:00pm / 21+  Steely Dead: A National Touring Band with a Unique Fusion of Grateful Dead and Steely Dan   Hailing from the vibrant music scene of Denver, Colorado, Steely Dead is a national touring band that has satisfied the curiosity of music lovers with their unique blend of Grateful Dead and Steely Dan. Comprised of four exceptionally talented musicians - Dave Abear on guitar, Matt Abear on bass, Chris Sheldon on drums, and Dylan Teifer on keys - Steely Dead has gained a dedicated following with their electrifying performances and soulful interpretations of classic tunes.   Steely Dead's repertoire is a carefully crafted fusion of Grateful Dead and Steely Dan songs, between the arrangement and precision studio recordings of rock legends Steely Dan, cross-pollinated with the Grateful Dead's free-flowing, melodic improvisation and masterful song segues. Steely Dead merges these major concepts together infusing the influence into each band, all the while creating an original jam element with the song segues. Steely Dead's performances are a musical journey that takes audiences on a nostalgic trip through the golden era of rock and roll.   As a national touring band, Steely Dead has built a loyal fan base that eagerly anticipates their shows and follows them from city to city. Their performances are not just concerts, but communal gatherings where fans come together to celebrate the music they love, dance, and create lasting memories. Steely Dead's performances are a testament to the power of live music, bringing people together and creating an unforgettable experience that resonates long after the last note fades.   Steely Dead is not just a band; it's a musical experience that captures the hearts and souls of music lovers everywhere.

Here's the lowdown..throwdown for SNOWDOWN and you won't need a lot of "dough" man! Come test out your throwing arm with our new event, Pizza Dough Disc Golf. You only get one dough ball for three baskets so go big or play it safe! The last basket is sure to be a doozy! You get one play on the field to earn the lowest score amongst all competitors. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: Lowest 3 scores and ALL eagles

Make clothes, not war; at Lizard Head's first annual "Anything But Clothes" fashion show! Come dressed in your finest threads, made of anything but actual clothing. Must be 18+.   Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st, 2nd and 3rd place

Don't blow your mind man, just your cup! The first person to blow a cup across a table is the winner. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st $50 Bar tab, 2nd $25 Bar tab, 3rd FREE drink

A SNOWDOWN tradition that’s older than your bell bottoms! Tell your best joke or present your best stand-up! Must be 21+.  Event Cost: FREE  Prizes

Don’t ban the bra or flip your wig. Let your freak flag fly, don your paisleys and get with it! Come strut your stuff. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 60 minutes before event  Prizes: Best Queen, King and overall favorite

What bettter 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 6. Prizes for the top 3 teams. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

The Grand Gala of the Snowdown Follies - back for the 40th year for more fun, laughter, groovy entertainment and local commentary! This event is brought to you by an outstanding all-volunteer cast and crew, many of whom audition year after year. This notoriously irreverent event is adult entertainment and to purchase tickets for this event, you must place your name on the official gala wait list and wait for years and years and years!    To get on the list, email snowdownfollies@gmail.com. Must be 18+.

Don’t space out this totally cool event. It’s a flippin’ lovin’ cup. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st $50 Bar tab, 2nd $25 Bar tab, 3rd FREE drink

Join the Peace Pole! Unisex pole dancing contest. Must be 18+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

(LSD) Love-In SNOWDOWN Dance! Groove to the hip dance party featuring music by winner of the DJ battle the night before. Kind of like Woodstock but without the mud and naked people. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Singers, crooners, and cosmic warblers, come together under the kaleidoscopic lights and let your inner songbird soar. It's a trippy quest for the most far-out vocal virtuoso to channel the spirit of peace, love, and lyrical liberation. Contestants will be judged based on vocalization, performance, and showmanship! Must be 21+.   Event Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st - $50, 2nd - $25, 3rd - FREE drink

Show your Peace and Love for SNOWDOWN by dressing in the super groovy SNOWDOWN 2024 themed shirt. What's that you say? No shirt, no hat, no button?! Worry no further! Stop by Magpie's, or various other outlets to get yours. Here's to a far-out SNOWDOWN!

Embark on a journey of peace, love, and discovery with our Scavenger Hunt. Between NOON and 8 PM, swing by and pick up your Scavenger List—a psychedelic roadmap to 100 items waiting to be discovered. Here's the groovy part—all your scavenger treasures must fit snugly into a City of Durango blue recycling box. So, gather your fellow peace warriors, put on your most colorful attire, and set forth on a quest. May the good vibes guide you! The team who returns the most items to the Billy Goat by 10 AM on Friday wins. Must be 21+.   Entry Cost: $20 per team of 4  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Grab a partner and be the winning team for our annual event KAN JAM! Must be 18+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Come out and Support DHS Hockey for home games at Chapman Hill Ice Arena!   DHS JV vs. Battle Mountain  1:30 PM(1h 45m)

Get ready to embrace your inner Apple Tree Hugger! At EsoTerra, we're taking the love for apples to a whole new level with a far-out timed contest. The mission? Move 69 apples from one side of the room to the other, using only your arms and clothes attached to your body...and a whole lot of positive vibes.   Drop by anytime and take your shot at apple-moving glory. We'll keep a groovy leaderboard going throughout the event, so you can track your progress and see who's leading the charge. At the end of this fruity adventure, we'll announce the ultimate Apple Tree Hugger, and they'll score a fab EsoTerra prize. It's all about good times, good vibes, and showing some love to those apples!   All ages welcome -- FREE entry!

Only good vibes for this suds and bubbles SNOWDOWN event. Boogie down all you foxy mamas and casanovas out there. You will have 3 minutes to show the judges and the crowd your best threads and your radical dance moves. Judging will be on your groovy dance moves, attire and ability to wash a car. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st - $350, 2nd - $150, 3rd - $50, Crowd Favorite - $50

Get decked out for the Snowdown Parade with the ArtRoom artists with cosmic body art and henna tattoos, make God's eye necklaces, decorated headbands and belts, decorated fringe vests, a Photo Booth and more! All ages are welcome.   FREE to participate, but donations for Snowdown art supplies are welcome.   Peace and Love craft booths for parade costumes (while supplies last): • God's Eyes: Cindy  • Cosmic Body Art: Henna Tattoos: Zoe  • Flare Bell Bottom "Additions": Christy  • Cosmic Body Art & Face Painting: Stacy  • Groovy Vests: Emily  • Peace and Love Headbands & Belts: Val and Porter  • Peace Out Decorated Necklaces and Paper Flower Power: Deborah  • Far Out Photo Booth: Ray   The ArtRoom Collective at The Smiley is a diverse, working studio gallery where 22 artists, jewelers, potters, hat makers and others create, display and sell their handmade goods. Creating, collaborating and sharing their passion with the community.

We Come In Peace: The Alien Invasion At The Powerhouse! Groovy aliens from planet the Sci have landed at The Powerhouse! Bring the whole family for a night of spectacular space-themed science silliness! Have fun with the forces of physics and build your own spaceships and aliens. Pizza is included with admission, so you can grab dinner before you peace out and invade the parade afterwards!   Tickets are $10 per human.   All ages welcome.  Entry Cost: $10  Prizes!

You can avoid long lines and get your tickets early. Now you have your tickets go and enjoy the SNOWDOWN parade. For tomorrow we eat chili and drink a Bloody Mary or a few.   Entry Cost: .50 per ticket/chili, $2 per/ticket Bloody Mary (CASH ONLY)

"Beer Puppeteer" - where the art of puppetry meets the world of craft beer. Immerse yourself in a unique experience that combines the whimsical wonder of puppetry with the delicious complexity of craft brews. Compete in teams of two. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes

Get in the crib of chickens, can you keep your screaming chicken in it's cage while testing your threshold for rubber band slaps - location on da body TBD! Must be 18+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st and 2nd

RedBall Express is a local fundraising event organized by the Rotary Clubs of La Plata County. All proceeds from the event support Rotary projects in La Plata County and local programs for people in need or at risk.   Adoption tickets are available for a $5 donation that allows the participant to adopt two of the red balls. The first two balls down the course win that adoption ticket holder $5,000. The second pair wins that adoption ticket holder $2,000, and the third pair wins that adoption ticket holder $1,000.   Since the arrival of the Rotary Redball Express in La Plata County, the Rotary Clubs of Durango and Bayfield have raised over $500,000 for county wide service projects and donated funds to many local non-profits.

Join us on Durango's First Friday Walk! Featuring a curated selection of paintings by Roseta Santiago.

Rochambeau - rock crushes scissors, scissors cuts paper, and paper covers rock. The game is played in a best-of series, and the player who wins the most rounds is declared the overall winner. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st - $50 Bar tab, 2nd - $25 Bar tab, 3rd FREE drink

Hosted by The Mayors Youth Advisory Commission. Competition between kids under ten completing fun challenges while trying to keep their hand on a Durango Police car! Prizes will be awarded to the 3 kids who last the longest. Ages 10 and under.  Entry Cost: FREE Prizes!

Spaghetti Dinner before and after the SNOWDOWN light parade. This dinner is characterized by a laid-back and communal atmosphere, emphasizing peace, love, and togetherness. Bring your appetite for this amazing meal of spaghetti & meatballs, salad, and garlic bread. Serving will start at 5 PM and go until the spaghetti runs out or by 8 PM. Hope you can all make it! This is a fundraising event for the Elks Lodge.   Entry Cost: $10adults /$5 kids (10 & under)

Come out and Support DHS Hockey for home games at Chapman Hill Ice Arena!   DHS VARSITY vs. Battle Mountain  5:00 PM(2h)    Entry fee for this game.   Varsity Game Gate fees- (cash or Venmo)  $1-for DHS Students, $5- Students/military/Sr. Citizens, $7- Adults Children under 7 free. Children 13 and under need to be supervised by their parents while at the rink. No backpacks.

Shagadelic, rug races without the carpet burns! Your pad or mine? Be the first to cross the finish line! Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st - $50 Bar tab, 2nd - $25 Bar tab, 3rd FREE drink

Hosted by Purgatory Resort. This is Durango’s only nighttime parade where lit floats cover Main Avenue. The parade will be showcasing vibrant colors, peace symbols, tie-dye, and flower power motifs for everyone to enjoy. You will see the blend of traditional winter festival elements with the carefree and creative expressions associated with hippie ideals. There will be groovy music and dancing! All ages.    Entry Cost: $100 per entry  Entry Deadline: Friday Jan 26 or when parade roster is full. Entry forms available online at SNOWDOWN.ORG  Prizes: Winners are chosen by judges for the "best of" in these categories: What the F? was that float?, Children's float, Best in Parade float, Best Party float, Best Use of Theme float, Best use of Lights and Best Overall float

Ever drop some far-out words, man? Well, here's your chance to groove into the world of words and their meanings! Join EsoTerra Ciderworks and a panel of local judges to see if you actually know what that vocabulary you're using means. This 60's-themed contest will get you a large cider pour of your choice, and then we'll send you up on stage spelling bee elimination round style.   Round 2 - Lightening Round!    We'll toss each contestant a word, and you've got to tune in and let us know what it really means. Our judges and the crowd will be the vibe-checkers, and you'll even get a shot to spread your wisdom and convince 'em. Audience will throw ping pong balls to 'cast their vote'! The one who rides the word wave to the highest vibrations will score a fab EsoTerra prize!   $7 entry (includes your beverage!)

Doors: 6:30pm / Show 7:00pm   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 / $15 Cash only at the door   PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU PURCHASE FOR THE CORRECT DAY & TIME - WE CAN'T EXCHANGE OR REFUND TICKETS!   Tickets will be available for purchase ONLINE ONLY beginning 1:00pm Saturday, 1/13/2023 for all showings. Limit 4 per person!

The SNOWDOWN Follies are back for the 40th year for more fun, laughter, groovy entertainment, and local commentary! This event is brought to you by an outstanding all-volunteer cast and crew, many of whom audition year after year. This notoriously irreverent event is adult entertainment and has some of the most sought-after tickets of SNOWDOWN. Ticket purchases are therefore limited to four per person. Visit www.snowdownfollies.org for complete details on the 3 different ways to purchase tickets: mail-in lottery (Dec 2, 2023), secret box office (Jan 13, 2024), and Follies Marketplace at Bank of the San Juans (Jan 16, 2024.) Must be 18+.   Event Cost: $25 .

Join us at Lola's Place for a groovy dance party with great energy, drinks, and music! Spread the love, rock your tie-dye threads, and let your inner flower child bloom at this righteous happening. All ages welcome.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Join us for a far-out gathering of love, peace, and music with Ben Gibson Band playing theme related music for your entertainment and dancing pleasure. 7 PM - 12 AM. Door money to go to Veterans projects in LaPlata county. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: $10 per person

Our annual Softball game is back! Immediately after the Snowdown Parade! For 45 years our Ski School and Ski Patrol teams have lined up for a game of Softball on skis/board for anyone to enjoy! Free!

Prepare to be transported to a groovy, mind-bending world at EsoTerra's Lava Lamp Dance Party! Step inside our cider wonderland, where the entire room will pulse and groove like you're dancing inside a gigantic, living lava lamp!   As you move to the rhythm, our live band Nu Bass Theory will serenade you, setting the mood for an unforgettable evening. Let the swirling colors and trippy vibes envelop you as you boogie the night away. It's a dance party like no other, where peace, love, and pure psychedelic fun collide during Snowdown 2024!   Free entry - ages 18+ welcome!

Atencion amigos y amigas! The moment you've all been waiting for is here, the second annual Tortilla Slap is BACK, and boy have we spiced things up! We've amped up the fun, improved our efficiency and dialed up the flavor for an event that'll have you shouting Ole! Get ready for a fiesta that'll have you slapping tortillas like a pro and laughing till your guac spills over! Contestants will have to hold liquid in their mouth while their counterpart will take a crack at their cheeks with a tortilla, in hopes of knocking the drink out as well as them from the competition. Must be 18+.  Entry Cost: $10  Prizes!

Free! All night jugglin' and tacos served until 1am!

Darn tootin', we'll be rootin', in a classic line-dance competition. Get those hips and boots swingin' to your favorite groovy tunes as our judges swoon to your knowledge and style in performing many different line dances. Must be 18+.   Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Doors 9:30pm / show 10:00pm   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 / $15 Cash only at the door   PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU PURCHASE FOR THE CORRECT DAY & TIME - WE CAN'T EXCHANGE OR REFUND TICKETS!   Tickets will be available for purchase ONLINE ONLY beginning 1:00pm Saturday, 1/13/2023 for all showings. Limit 4 per person!

Dance with DJ Kaibo wear anything but pants. Wear ANYTHING but pants and get your dancing shoes on. Bring your peace beads, and let's all get down in harmony, spreading love and positivity through our groovy dance moves. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Singers, crooners, and cosmic warblers, come together under the kaleidoscopic lights and let your inner songbird soar. It's a trippy quest for the most far-out vocal virtuoso to channel the spirit of peace, love, and lyrical liberation. Contestants will be judged based on vocalization, performance, and showmanship! Must be 21+.   Event Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st - $50, 2nd - $25, 3rd - FREE drink

The SNOWDOWN Follies are back for the 40th year for more fun, laughter, groovy entertainment, and local commentary! This event is brought to you by an outstanding all-volunteer cast and crew, many of whom audition year after year. This notoriously irreverent event is adult entertainment and has some of the most sought-after tickets of SNOWDOWN. Ticket purchases are therefore limited to four per person. Visit www.snowdownfollies.org for complete details on the 3 different ways to purchase tickets: mail-in lottery (Dec 2, 2023), secret box office (Jan 13, 2024), and Follies Marketplace at Bank of the San Juans (Jan 16, 2024.) Must be 18+.   Event Cost: $25 .

This spectacular event features a beautiful display of colorful hot air balloons ascending in the early morning frost. Enjoy the beauty of seeing balloons climb skyward and float down the Animas Valley. The Saturday Mass Ascension will be held adjacent to the railroad tracks on HWY 550 N. What a way to wake up! Many thanks to the Durango & Silverton RR, the General Palmer and Basin Coop. See also Sunday 8 AM.  Event Criteria: Pilots by invitation; Sponsors: first 20 applicants

The 2024 Winter GOAL Program, Cultural Guards of Durango's Magical History, will occur the first Saturday of January, February and March. Ages 11 to 17   As cultural guards, we will continue creating a book of Illustrations from the stories of Durango's Forgotten Pioneers. Stories in order to preserve the historical significance of Durango. We will be visiting the Elks Lodge, in January, the Rochester Hotel in February, and the 1880's Durango High School Building in March. Students will enjoy learning illustrative drawing techniques, skills in ink drawing and colored inks used in illustrating and painting with gauche.    Each month, you will also learn lessons on leadership by memorable seniors of Durango!   Please Join Us, this is a program you don't want to miss! For questions, please email Deena Carney, Director of Art Education, at deena@durangoarts.org. Scholarships Available! GOAL offers young people, ages 11 to 17, regardless of expression or identity, the opportunity to experience art, leadership and art-based opportunities.

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

Players will play through these classic games of Knockout and Around the World. Randomly assigned pool. Play will qualify players to championship rounds of each game. Full details and rules will be emailed to participants leading into the event.    Ages 7 through adult.  Event Cost: $25  Event Deadline: Registered participants only, 30 min before event  Prizes!

Do you enjoy being in nature? Do you value attention and focus? Join us for an Introduction to Nature Journaling. I will introduce a journaling practice that uses numbers, pictures, and words to record observations of nature. The practice will magnify gratitude, help make connections and increase your sense of wonder. It's enjoyable, accessible, and a practice you can take anywhere. Don't worry if you don't consider yourself good at drawing. Everyone is welcome and all supplies provided. $40

The ever-popular cornhole tournament returns! May the boards be portals to good vibes, and the bags float through the air like love-infused clouds! ACA Rules will govern all scoring and outcomes. Single elimination. Bracket of 32 teams. Must be 21+. .   <strong>Event Coordinators:</strong> Gene 970-903-6577, Yolanda 970-769-9490  <strong>Entry Cost:</strong> $25  <strong>Prizes!</strong>

Hosted by McDonald’s. This super silly SNOWDOWN event is now entertaining a second generation of kiddos! There will be tug o' war, broomball, kickball frisbee golf, a balloon pop and even an obstacle course. Bring all the children from 3 years old up to 5th grade! Let’s rock out to the good vibes and have fun, peace and love as young’uns. Ages 3 through 5th grade.   Event Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Hey humans…. Don’t miss this totally awesome (and only) foosball tournament at the Garage. Bring your own buddy/partner. 32 teams will compete, double elimination until the final team wins! Must be 21+.  Event Cost: $20  Entry Deadline: 30 minutes before event  Prizes!

The ever-popular cornhole tournament returns! May the boards be portals to good vibes, and the bags float through the air like love-infused clouds! ACA Rules will govern all scoring and outcomes. Single elimination. Bracket of 32 teams. Must be 21+. .   <strong>Event Coordinators:</strong> Gene 970-903-6577, Yolanda 970-769-9490  <strong>Entry Cost:</strong> $25  <strong>Prizes!</strong>

Embark on a groovy adventure where the clinking of pinballs mingles with the sounds of the 60s, and the spirit of peace and love infuses every game. Welcome to Peace, Love, and Pinball, an immersive arcade experience that combines the timeless joy of pinball with the free-spirited vibes of a bygone era. Like the beloved game of baseball, three strikes and you are OUT! Kids 12 and under.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Come have a groovy cool time boogying down at the library. Little ones and their families are invited to don their most groovy getup and dance the morning away to the favorite tunes. Ages 10 and under.  Event Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Today is your day to go all the way! Caffeinate your judges with a unique flavor that none have seen in decades…or ever! A plethora of fun and delicious ingredients will be provided. Should you have a special request, you must let us know in advance! Only ICED coffee drink contestants need enter. A groovy name must be in play as the best judged doffee drink will be on our drink menu through the summer. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Hosted by The San Juan Angler. Bring your most mellow mindset and test your bodacoius casting accurance at various distances within the time limit. All ages welcome.   Event Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: Show up 20 minutes before the event   Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd - Mens, Womens, and Youth Division

Hosted by the Mac Ranch. RC car enthusiast of all ages are welcome to bring their RC cars to race on our SNOWDOWN inspired RC track. Various prizes will be given. Do not have an RC car? Don't worry! We will have cars available for a moderate donation to the Mountain Middle School RC Car Club. All ages welcome.  Event Cost: $2, proceeds support Mountain Middle School  Prizes!

Calling all dudes and dudettes…this is a SNOWDOWN favorite! The annual epic golf outing takes place in Downtown Durango’s finest watering holes; Balcony Bar & Grill, Gazpacho Restaurant, Starlight Lounge, Elks Lodge, Public House 701, Fired Up Pizzeria, 11th Street Station, Carver Brewing Co, Lola’s Place, Durango Craft Spirits, Diamond Belle Saloon, Cuckoo’s Chicken House, The Roost, 2nd Ave Deli, Father’s Daughters Pizza, The Oxford, The Garage, Derailed Pour House, Seasons and El Rancho Tavern. Spectators, these are all great places to watch the golfers compete. Participants, get your groovy self and and meet at the Elks Lodge Ballroom wearing your most Peaceful, Loving, and SNOWDOWNish attire. You tee off at NOON with your own putter and golf ball. Must be 21+.  Event Cost: $80 per 4-person team   Prizes!

Hosted by Guild House Games. Puzzle this… teams are either 2 adults OR one adult and one child. Working together to complete a 500-piece puzzle. Puzzle box will not be visible to participants. All teams start at the same time. Race ends when the first 3 teams complete the puzzle. Adult (16+) child (15 & under).  Event Cost: FREE

Don’t be a whine(o)! Come taste 4 samples of wine. If you can correctly identify 3 of the 4 samples, using our description menu, you will receive a FREE glass of wine. If you correctly ID all 4 samples, you will receive a FREE bottle of wine… and lots of cheering. Totally man – its peace and love everywhere! Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: $10

No time for putzing around, protect your potato from falling to its demise. You will be sent through an obstacle course made especially to see if you can make it to the flip side! Must be 18+.  Event Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Hosted by Ting and SNOWDOWN. Sample various red and green chili, salsa and vegetarian chili made by the greatest chili masters of this land. Doors open at 7 AM to decorate booths and cooks! and to start cooking. Judging begins at 10:30 AM. Tasting cups on sale at 12 NOON. Cast your vote for the people’s choice award. All ages welcome! Soda and water will be for sale ($1) as a fund raiser for Animas High School.   Event Cost: FREE for contestants, samples .50 cents, CASH ONLY  Entry Deadline: 7 AM day of event, see SNOWDOWN.org for rules and registration  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd - each category

Hosted by Star Liquor. Bring your Bloody Mary ingredients to fabricate your best drink. Ice and cups will be provided. Star Liquor will provide vodka to all contestants! Animas high school students will be selling Sodas and Waters as a fundraiser for the school for $1. Be sure to decorate your booth and yourselves for this fun and frolicky event. Must be 21+.    Event Cost: FREE for contestants, samples $2, CASH ONLY  Entry Deadline: 7 AM day of event, see SNOWDOWN.org for rules and registration  Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd - each category

In a groovy twist on the traditional winter sport, embrace the spirit of peace and love with the introduction of Hippie Broomball. All participants must wear a helmet and have a wood handled straw broom and nonabrasive footwear. Must be 18+.  Entry Cost: $70 per team  Entry Deadline: Thursday Feb 1  Prizes!

Hosted by McDonald's. Bring your best furry friend or borrow someone else's and show 'em off in this hysterical fashion show. Durango may have been voted the "worst dressed community," but let it be known - USA Today was NOT referring to our canines! The categories are funniest, dressed alike and SNOWDOWN theme related. It's a howling good time! Canine of all ages welcome but please keep your leashes on. All ages.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: Trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd - each category!

New to SNOWDOWN this year, we challenge you to create the best smoothie - only using provided ingredients! Judges, embodying the free-spirited vibe of the event, evaluated each smoothie based on creativity, taste, and the overall "peace and love" factor. Sign up to see the list of provided ingredients. You will have 5 minutes to produce the grooviest smoothie in town, to be judged by 3 local celebrities. Judging will be on taste and name. The winner will not only receive a grand prize but will have their winning concoction on the menu for spring and summer! Must be 18+.   Entry Cost: FREE

Hosted by Patron and Eagle Rock. Gazpachos Tri-Games done in SNOWDOWN style! 3 games for your competitive side. A “Fireball” Basketball Hoop 3-point shooting contest followed by Cornhole and Ladder-Ball.   Entry Cost: FREE   Prizes!

Listen up, all you groovy Durango servers! The Server Obstacle Course is back at EsoTerra Ciderworks!   Dig this - you, the server extraordinaire, navigating your way through a psychedelic obstacle course. Will you conquer the limbo, master the 'floor is lava,' or find your center amidst the dizzy bat service challenge? We double-dare you to join us on this adventure, where peace, love, and wild times await. Show us your inner server superhero and let's make this a legendary day of fun and friendly competition at EsoTerra Ciderworks!   FREE entry, 18+

Boogie on down with the dudes and dudettes in this annual fab favorite SNOWDOWN event. Test your bangin' moves and beer chugging abilities in this fast paced, fun and entertaining event. Can you dig it? Watch as teams of 4 battle it out in the their stellar attire while battling head to head showcasing creativity and speedy drinking! Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: $40 per team of 4  Prizes!

Boogie on down to Maria’s Bookshop for some groovy book and literature-themed games for a chance to win gift cards and bragging rights. Do yourself a solid and come in your SNOWDOWN threads for a far out time testing your knowledge, skills, and balance. All ages.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Contestants armed with cans of whipped cream transform their facial hair into whimsical works of art, shaping intricate patterns and designs that range from psychedelic swirls to retro-inspired motifs in the return of our family-friendly Whip Cream Beard Contest! Each member of your two-person team will compete to see who can create the best "beard" using whipped cream and our standard drink decorating condiments (e.g chocolate shavings, sprinkles, and the like. Judges will decide the winner in each timed round with one team being named the triumphant overall winner!  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Did you miss the stellar, groovy part of SNOWDOWN? Check out the best groovy fashions SNOWDOWN has ever seen!    Tickets will be on sale beginning January 13th at 1 PM - Online Only. Animascitytheatre.com. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: $10  Prizes!

Calling all dudes and dudettes…this is a SNOWDOWN favorite! The annual epic golf outing takes place in Downtown Durango’s finest watering holes; Balcony Bar & Grill, Gazpacho Restaurant, Starlight Lounge, Elks Lodge, Public House 701, Fired Up Pizzeria, 11th Street Station, Carver Brewing Co, Lola’s Place, Durango Craft Spirits, Diamond Belle Saloon, Cuckoo’s Chicken House, The Roost, 2nd Ave Deli, Father’s Daughters Pizza, The Oxford, The Garage, Derailed Pour House, Seasons and El Rancho Tavern. Spectators, these are all great places to watch the golfers compete. Participants, get your groovy self and and meet at the Elks Lodge Ballroom wearing your most Peaceful, Loving, and SNOWDOWNish attire. You tee off at NOON with your own putter and golf ball. Must be 21+.  Event Cost: $80 per 4-person team   Prizes!

Take a step back in time and elevate the classic beer pong experience with a groovy twist on the Retro Revival: Giant Beer Pong Bonanza. This larger-than-life event brings back the nostalgia of the past, combining the excitement of beer pong with the retro vibes that defined an era.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st - $50 Bar tab, 2nd - $25 Bar tab, 3rd - FREE drink

Use your imagination to build the grooviest bong that the whole wide world has ever laid eyes on! The sky's the limit baby!    Entries shall be judged by our esteemed panel of judges; winners will be picked on Saturday Feb 3 at 4:20 PM. Must be 21+.

Come expand your knowledge at Durango's COOLEST new art venue, The Subterrain! Learn the foundations of tie-dye and its color theory, while receiving one-on-one instruction at this hour-long workshop. Participants will be provided with one tee-shirt and one additional dyeable item and up to five dye colors, as quantities allow. Space is limited for this workshop, so book now for an early-bird discount!    This workshop is open to the public, and ideal for participants aged 8 or older (those under 18 will require parental or guardian consent).    Only service animals are allowed on the premises. This venue is not wheelchair accessible. We apologize for the inconvenience.    *Special thanks to The Subterrain for allowing us to rent this space!*

Now in its 25th year, this event challenges all area hippies to find the Coors Light "Silver Bullet"! Somewhere among the cliffs and canyons, mountains and meadows of La Plata County, the Coors Light "Silver Bullet" will be hidden. Find the "Silver Bullet" before anyone else and win $250 cash, glory and other groovy prizes! How it works - each day, starting Monday Jan 29th, clues will be released on RADIO 101.3 FM & KRSJ 100.5 FM radio stations that will help you in your search. You must be creative and smart in your solution of these clues to find the "Silver Bullet" and claim your veritable plethora of prizes. Remember there is no second place in this contest…there is only one "Silver Bullet"! Registration is not required but you must be 21+ to win.

In a world where the night sky becomes a canvas for vibrant colors and the air is filled with the whimsical glow of Groovy Glow Balloons. Four tethered hot air balloons, and three candlesticks like you see in the SNOWDOWN Light Parade, will be glowing in the 500 block of Main. This is a FREE event that is fun for families, and a unique sight in historic Downtown Durango. The Glowdown at SNOWDOWN is weather dependent, so keep your fingers crossed for a wind-free evening.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Our Hacky Sack Smackdown is here to take things up a notch. Can you keep that sack afloat, all while holding onto your drink (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available)? We're looking for the ultimate balance and style points in this game.   As you groove to the beat, see who can keep the sack flying the longest without letting it touch the ground. But here's the kicker: as soon as you spill your drink, man, you're out! It's a test of your skill, style, and beverage-handling prowess. The last man, or groovy chick, still standing is the one who'll be crowned the Hacky Sack Champion and receive the prize!   All ages welcome - FREE entry!

Put the peace vibes aside, we need to know who has the strongest arms! Bonus points if you have a peace symbol tattooed on your bicep.   Event Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st - $50, 2nd - 4-pack of craft beer

Hosted by Avalanche Bowl Co. In a throwback to the glory days of arcades, the local amusement park unveiled a Retro Skee Ball extravaganza, transporting players to a neon-lit world of nostalgia. Test your old school skee ball skills! Each player gets 6 rice balls, with a selection of targets, worth assigned points. Just like back in the day, you will get tickets to use for assorted gift cards and fun prizes! First come first serve, or sign up early! Must be 18+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Entry Deadline: 12 NOON  Prizes!

Prepare to embark on a nostalgic journey through the pixelated landscapes of the Mushroom Kingdom with the Retro Rumble: Mario Kart 64 Throwback Tournament. This event is a celebration of the classic racing game that defined a generation, bringing together players to relive the iconic tracks and thrilling moments of Mario Kart 64. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st - $50 Bar tab, 2nd - $25 Bar tab, 3rd - FREE drink

Join us for a free-spirited gathering of laughter and connection at the VFW for a Cards Against Humanity tournament! Show us how radical and ridiculous you can be in this annual event. Climb the ranks with other Card Connoisseurs through several rounds to determine who is the “worst” card player of them all! Must be 18+.  Entry Cost: $5  Prizes!

Doors: 6:30pm / Show 7:00pm   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 / $15 Cash only at the door   PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU PURCHASE FOR THE CORRECT DAY & TIME - WE CAN'T EXCHANGE OR REFUND TICKETS!   Tickets will be available for purchase ONLINE ONLY beginning 1:00pm Saturday, 1/13/2023 for all showings. Limit 4 per person!

The SNOWDOWN Follies are back for the 40th year for more fun, laughter, groovy entertainment, and local commentary! This event is brought to you by an outstanding all-volunteer cast and crew, many of whom audition year after year. This notoriously irreverent event is adult entertainment and has some of the most sought-after tickets of SNOWDOWN. Ticket purchases are therefore limited to four per person. Visit www.snowdownfollies.org for complete details on the 3 different ways to purchase tickets: mail-in lottery (Dec 2, 2023), secret box office (Jan 13, 2024), and Follies Marketplace at Bank of the San Juans (Jan 16, 2024.) Must be 18+.   Event Cost: $25 .

It's time for another Dance Party at EsoTerra Ciderworks! We're turning up the cosmic glow with UV lights and body paint tattoos that we provide, you just bring your dazzling bodies!   DJ Baby Pearl will be spinning the hottest modern + '60s tracks. Let your creativity flow, your body move, and your spirit shine as we unite for a night of uninhibited fun and pure cosmic energy. So, get your boogie shoes on, 'cause the dance floor is waiting for your glow!   FREE entry - ages 18+ welcome!   Bonus! All You Can Eat Mac n Cheese Late Night Snack from 8pm - midnight!

Teams of two will compete to see who is the hungriest of the hungry hippos. Single elimination trournament. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: $10 per team  Entry Deadline: 15 minutes before event  Prizes!

Get your goove on with our unisex booty shaking contest. How low can you go? Bring it on and win PRIZES!!!! Must be 18+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Join us for a freakidy deakidy, only good vibes silent disco party featuring 3 top DJ's. Pick your channel for your favorite DJ! We will be slammin' some hot beats, with fun giveaways. Must be 21+.   Entry Cost: FREE

Doors 9:30pm / show 10:00pm   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 / $15 Cash only at the door   PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU PURCHASE FOR THE CORRECT DAY & TIME - WE CAN'T EXCHANGE OR REFUND TICKETS!   Tickets will be available for purchase ONLINE ONLY beginning 1:00pm Saturday, 1/13/2023 for all showings. Limit 4 per person!

The SNOWDOWN Follies are back for the 40th year for more fun, laughter, groovy entertainment, and local commentary! This event is brought to you by an outstanding all-volunteer cast and crew, many of whom audition year after year. This notoriously irreverent event is adult entertainment and has some of the most sought-after tickets of SNOWDOWN. Ticket purchases are therefore limited to four per person. Visit www.snowdownfollies.org for complete details on the 3 different ways to purchase tickets: mail-in lottery (Dec 2, 2023), secret box office (Jan 13, 2024), and Follies Marketplace at Bank of the San Juans (Jan 16, 2024.) Must be 18+.   Event Cost: $25 .

Singers, crooners, and cosmic warblers, come together under the kaleidoscopic lights and let your inner songbird soar. It's a trippy quest for the most far-out vocal virtuoso to channel the spirit of peace, love, and lyrical liberation. Contestants will be judged based on vocalization, performance, and showmanship! Must be 21+.   Event Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st - $50, 2nd - $25, 3rd - FREE drink

Get it on with love and dance. Show your inner soul and groovy moves as the music transports you to an epic soul dimension while you dance with DJ Hakan. Must be 21+.  Entry Cost: FREE  Prizes!

Bare those boobies and show us what you've got! No bras allowed! Best chest judged by audience reaction. Must be 21+.  Event Cost: FREE  Prizes: 1st - $50 Bar tab, 2nd - $25 Bar tab, 3rd - FREE drink

Eat yummy pancakes, eggs, ham, coffee and juice while supporting our local heros, La Plata County Search and Rescue. Come to our breakfast and we’ll come to your rescue!  Event Cost: $10 Adults, $6 Children (7-10), Under 6 FREE

We’re offering the opportunity for a limited number of guests to board Lift 1 at 7:30 am and ski a few laps on Lift 3 before the mountain opens. Celebrate at the Backside Bistro afterwards with Champagne, warm pastries and a plated brunch, served up fresh.

This spectacular event features a beautiful display of colorful hot air balloons ascending in the early morning frost. Enjoy the beauty of seeing balloons climb skyward and float down the Animas Valley. The Saturday Mass Ascension will be held adjacent to the railroad tracks on HWY 550 N. What a way to wake up! Many thanks to the Durango & Silverton RR, the General Palmer and Basin Coop. See also Sunday 8 AM.  Event Criteria: Pilots by invitation; Sponsors: first 20 applicants

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

Great opportunity to support your local veterans while enjoying a delicious breakfast! Open to the public, this event is held every 1st & 3rd Sunday. Donations of only $9 for adults, $8 for veterans, and $6 for kids 12 and under. All proceeds help support local veterans!

Demo the latest and greatest gear from brands like Salomon, Volkl, Blizzard, Fischer, Meier, Head, K2, Dynastar, Rossignol, Atomic, Voile, DPS, Black Crows, and more! Participating shops: Pine Needle MountaineeringBackcountry Experience2nd Ave SportsThe Boarding HausSki Barn

The ever-popular cornhole tournament returns! May the boards be portals to good vibes, and the bags float through the air like love-infused clouds! ACA Rules will govern all scoring and outcomes. Single elimination. Bracket of 32 teams. Must be 21+. .   <strong>Event Coordinators:</strong> Gene 970-903-6577, Yolanda 970-769-9490  <strong>Entry Cost:</strong> $25  <strong>Prizes!</strong>

A worship service exploring the power of peace and love. All ages welcome.  Event Cost: FREE

Spread the love to your special Valentine, Galentine, or anybody who could use a little hug. Come create 4 unique, customizable cards bursting with love and affection!

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 or try a new one! Meet new friends and enjoy a taco and beverage! It's so easy...just show up and we do the rest!

Groovy times are ahead, man! It's the Leap Frog Slushie Slam at EsoTerra Ciderworks, and we're calling on teams of two, from the young to the young at heart, to join us in this far-out winter escapade.   Here's the deal: you and your partner, leapfrogging, all while sipping on a frosty apple juice slushie. It's a test of unity, balance, and spreading those good vibes. We'll time your journey, and the fastest duo will be hailed as the lords of the leap.   This event is open to all ages, so bring your circle, your kids, and your inner flower child. For $6, you'll be armed with a slushie to slam!

In his solo show, artist Joseph Magnano presents his original artwork, Vibrant Cows and These Places Untold. Vibrant Cows are award-winning and well-collected. The cows have been Joe's focus for the past 10 years. The titles are presented on the front of the paintings, which offer a connection to basic goodness. These Places Untold, Joseph's new work, are quite unique and being exhibited in Durango for the first time. Every These Places Untold painting begins as scraps fabric that are playfully laid out and sewn together into quilted collages. Each quilt becomes a reference for the painting and are on display for viewing at the gallery. These Places Untold are colorful acrylic paintings that bring to life a curious world of mystery. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday 11am-6pm

Show will be up from February 2nd-16th, 2024

Couples who play together, stay together!   In Durango, we are always searching for new and uplifting things to do on our date nights - you needn't look further, we have you covered! We invite you to join us for a unique, fun-filled horse experience for your next Date Night, focusing on communication, trust and keeping the spark alive through our engaging, fun, problem-solving exercises with our horses. Together, with your partner and the horses on the ground, you will work through challenges and learn how the horses share their perspectives to help us learn and discover some new things about each other! This unforgettable horse experience is guaranteed fun as you test and challenge each other to accomplish goals, all the while growing closer together. You will be laughing for years to come!   Space is limited - Book Now!

Local and National comics perform every Monday!

Join Ben Frihauf of Farmers Insurance and the Wells Group of Durango for this interactive session centered on home insurance. Learn the issues surrounding underwriting, tips for homeowners trying to get home insurance, and ample time to ask your burning questions.   This event is FREE for all Chamber members, but reservations are required!

To reserve your space: call or email!    Beginners welcome.   In each session, we will explore, with curiosity, the nature of our own minds. We will investigate our experience through mindfulness practice in a wakeful, attentive, open, free and loving way. The purpose is to learn to become aware of mental, emotional and physical phenomena in our experience, and cultivate joy in daily living that brings profound ease, freedom and intimate connection with life.

Classes held daily between the hours of 11:00 am and 3:00 pm. Noon on Sundays. Closed Mondays.    Explore our diverse range of glass art supplies and unleash your creativity! Join us for a fun and unique activity suitable for all ages, where you can craft fused glass art in various forms such as wall decorations, window pieces, bowls, plates, and more. Enjoy complimentary instruction and the first two hours on us! Simply pay for the size of your creation and any additional time. Fused glass entails arranging and layering colored glass pieces into designs, then heating them in a specialized kiln. Under the guidance of our experienced glass artist, discover the fundamental techniques of fused glass and experiment with vibrant colors to bring your vision to life. While you can't take your artwork home the same day, we do offer shipping options.

Come over to Paradise Pizza for refreshing samples from La Cumbre brewing!

Dive into a world of flavors with steaming hot MOMOs (House made authentic Himalayan Dumplings).   Show us your SKI Pass, get 20% OFF on all your favorite Momos.    Happening every Tuesday at Sherpa Momo Ghar located behind Union Social House at 3062 Main Ave.

You will be wowed with a four course, prefixed meal using as many local/regional ingredients as possible. During this culinary experience, you will be joined by two invited guests that have produced one or more of the ingredients on your plate that are going to share their journey in producing the ingredients we are privileged to serve that evening. This is a time to connect and honor our farmers, ranchers, producers, bakers and purveyors that go beyond what most of us can conceive in order to accomplish what they do. This memorable evening has limited seating. Prepaid Reservations only. Reservations are closed two days prior to event date for preparation time.

Are you a beginner/intermediate acoustic music player looking to play more? This weekly jam is welcoming to all players, with a focus on slower tempo improvisation solos and chord changes. If you can play the I, IV and V chords in G, D and A then you know enough to play at this jam!

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

Wednesdays | 11:30 - 4:00   In this comprehensive 4-hour workshop, you'll dive into the world of stained glass crafting and take home your masterpiece the same day. Get ready to learn essential skills as we provide guidance on workspace setup, safety measures for glass cutting and grinding, and a list of fundamental materials. You'll have the opportunity to choose from a variety of patterns, with room for skill advancement. Throughout the class, you'll master techniques such as pattern transferring, copper foiling, & soldering. All materials are included, so you can focus on unleashing your creativity. By appointment only, secure your spot and embark on a journey of artistic exploration with us!

Help Commemorate Nation's, State's Anniversaries.   The local organizing committee (LOC) of America 150 - Colorado 150, a commission created by legislation to support events and activities that honor the two anniversaries, will meet on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, from 4:00-5:30pm at the LaPlata County Exhibit Building. In 2026 the United States and Colorado will commemorate two founding events: the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence creating our nation in tandem with Colorado honoring its 150th year of statehood. This is an opportunity for interested individuals and organizations to learn more about the kinds of activities and events our region is hoping to produce in 2026. While 2026 is two years away, the planning begins now. Attend if you wish to learn more about how you or your organization can become involved.

Come and joins us for a tasting of Wine, Liquor, or Beer every Wednesday during happy hour. Come taste our crews favorite products!   Wine 15% off, Spirits 10% off, and Beer 5% off during happy hour.

Join us for the official 2024 Durango Independent Film Festival Beer release. Cranberry Apple Spritz Ale. Tapping at Ska Brewing World HQ!

This short track race is for Nordic skiers, fat bikers, and snowshoers to battle it out in the dark at the Durango Nordic Center!    This event will consist of three separate races. Skate skiers, fat bikers, and snowshoers will follow courses laid out for each discipline. The courses are around 3 km and will take racers 20-30 minutes to complete. A triathlon option will also be available.    Prizes will be awarded to the winners in each category.   The entry fee is $5/participant per race.    4:45 PM: Registration & bib pick-up  6:00 PM: Races start

Free Event! Maestro Heuser will present an hour-long presentation and deep dive into our weekend concert PASSIONATE. Learn the stories behind the music and ignite your concert experience. Wednesday's talk will focus on indigenous composer Jerod Tate, British Sierra Leonean composer Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, and Czech composer Antonin Dvorak. A cash bar and complimentary appetizers will be available for your enjoyment.

Sing a song get a free shot!

Think its just trivia? Think again!

Join us every Thursday at Durango Sustainable Goods for "Tea and Tinsel Thursdays." It's a weekly thing where we hang out, have tea, and watch Shaheen do her magic. Shaheen makes hair look like a shimmering work of art. Come by Durango Sustainable Goods every Thursday to chill, get some sparkle, and a cool new look.

End a perfect day on the slopes with a fireside treat. Join us on Purgy's patio for Sazerac and Southern by the fire.

Join us in our tasting room with live music from Randy Crumbaugh.

Join us for some wine, finger foods and a good time! Each ticket will include one OR two glasses of wine (please select the option you would like), charcuterie style finger foods to enjoy, and a speed networking style event. Bring business cards if you'd like-- you can network for business or friendships! Limited spacing is available. We will have a special private shopping discount of 20% for all in -store purchases AS WELL AS a raffle of a gift basket at the end of the event. This is going to be one fun way to meet friends & have a great time supporting two local businesses!   *there are ticket options which do not include any wine

Free showing of "Common Ground", the award-winning documentary about regenerative agriculture. Followed by Q&A with Joe Wheeling of James Ranch. Sponsored by Citizens Climate Lobby and FLC Environmental Center. "Saving the planet, one acre at a time."

Come out and Support DHS Hockey for home games at Chapman Hill Ice Arena! 
Against Caprock  Game: 7:15

Join the City of Durango and others in Winter Bike to Work Day 2024. This is a day to try to leave your car at home and walk, ride, ride transit, or carpool to work or wherever. The goal of Winter Bike to Work Day is to reduce the number of single occupancy vehicles on the road. Download the Way to Go Durango app for commuter challenges and prizes. The Business Commuter Challenge is Feb. 3-9. There will be stations downtown with hot drinks for those who can make it there 7-9am on the 9th.

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 be posted below a few days before the meeting date.   Check website for the agenda and meeting dates https://www.downtowndurango.org/meetings   Meeting dates subject to change, contact Tim Walsworth at timw@downtowndurango.org with any questions.

Join the City of Durango in celebrating sustainable transportation with Winter Bike to Work Day 2024 Friday, Feb. 9. Bike, walk, carpool, roll, or ride Durango Transit to multiple stations throughout Durango and enjoy hot drinks and breakfast! Sustainable Goods and Durango Natural Foods will provide FREE coffee, tea, and cookies until 11am and $8 mocktails 4-6pm.

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

Celebrate Valentine's Day, as you experience turn-of-the-century ambiance with your loved one onboard a historic narrow gauge train as we travel along the Animas River. Enjoy a beautiful day riding the vintage train through the pristine wilderness to Cascade Canyon. All cars will be decorated with special Valentine flair!   Special "Love Basket*" available for purchase* for $50 and includes the following:  1 box of Sea Salt Caramels from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory  1 bottle of prosecco  2 stemless flutes  1 rose   * "Love Basket" is only available for purchase for those 21 and older. Please call 1-888-872-4607 for more information.

Come out and Support DHS Hockey for home games at Chapman Hill Ice Arena!   Against Caprock

We are partnering with TESStastic for "warming spirit" mocktail evenings every Friday from 3:30-6 pm! Come down to the shop to sample or purchase New/Old Fashions & Hot TessToddy's with tea or Wild Margaritas, and/or Cosmos (available in cranberry, orange, raspberry, and hibiscus flavors). There will be free tastings, single drinks for $5, and bottles of the mixers available for purchase. Make it a date night or bring your friends to to discover the fun sober side of Durango. Plus, you'll wake up the next day hydrated and replenished.

Come get your hands dirty as you create a unique Goblet. We will mix creativity with pleasure as we unwind from a busy week, enjoy happy hour drinks, spend time with community artists, and most importantly hand-build a unique piece of pottery. By the end of the evening your piece will be ready for glazing. You will select a glaze which will be applied to your ceramic piece when fired. Look for an email telling you when your piece is ready for pick-up and use. (about 21 days) Let the fun begin!    $35.00 Per Participant  *One complimentary drink included with class

Children enjoy a fun evening of dance plus dinner and show while parents get a night out!   $30/child   Sign up at durangodance.com and click "register"

The Ute Mountain Ute Tribe and MS1, Inc. is hosting a public meeting to introduce the Sun Bear Solar Project and invite public feedback. The 971MW Sun Bear Solar project is set to be constructed on Ute Mountain Ute Lands in Montezuma County, and would be the third largest solar energy project in US. Public comment ends February 23.

Learn the whole process from start to finish, of the "Tiffany" copper foil method in the creation of your own stained glass Suncatcher. You will be introduced to glass cutting techniques, glass grinding, glass foiling, and soldering using a pattern that you select (from 6 pre-selected patterns we have for you to choose from) that you will make and take with you. There will be a short introduction to the types of glass there are to choose from and some basic guidance on how to use the tools needed in the process of creating a stained glass sun catcher. I will provide all the tools and supplies needed , including all the safety gear.

A night of improv with Mary and Cindy! Join us for some short- and long-form comedy as we make up scenes on the spot based upon audience suggestions. And we're proud to be joined on stage by our talented friends!

A Luminous play by Beth Wohl  Tickets $26-30

$23 / $25 / 21+  Unify Mountain Soundz providing HSD Sound System Subs Tickets on sale now online at www.animascitytheatre.com   Josh Teed is a versatile, classically trained, and technical musician. His productions pay tribute to some of his electronic influences such as Charlesthefirst, CloZee, and Govinda while still remaining unique and properly showcasing his vast expertise in instrumentalism.   He picked up the violin at the tender age of 3 years old, going on to win the Florida Fiddle Championship at 9. His live sets incorporate violin, didgeridoo, and live analog synthesis overlaid on top of every element of a great DJ set, keeping listeners engaged and entranced for every second he has on the stage.

We have live DJs playing house and techno all night, from 9pm-2am. Food served late night as well! Great drinks, great vibes, no cover! 21+    Featuring Spark Madden, Ravenous, and Mad Beats.

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

Celebrate Valentine's Day, as you experience turn-of-the-century ambiance with your loved one onboard a historic narrow gauge train as we travel along the Animas River. Enjoy a beautiful day riding the vintage train through the pristine wilderness to Cascade Canyon. All cars will be decorated with special Valentine flair!   Special "Love Basket*" available for purchase* for $50 and includes the following:  1 box of Sea Salt Caramels from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory  1 bottle of prosecco  2 stemless flutes  1 rose   * "Love Basket" is only available for purchase for those 21 and older. Please call 1-888-872-4607 for more information.

The beauty of Uncle Clyde's Run & Slide is in its simplicity. Teams complete as many up-down relay laps as they can on Purgatory's tubing hill in 90 minutes. It sounds ridiculous, possibly strenuous and undoubtedly fun.

Learn the whole process from start to finish, of the "Tiffany" copper foil method in the creation of your own stained glass Suncatcher. You will be introduced to glass cutting techniques, glass grinding, glass foiling, and soldering using a pattern that you select (from 6 pre-selected patterns we have for you to choose from) that you will make and take with you. There will be a short introduction to the types of glass there are to choose from and some basic guidance on how to use the tools needed in the process of creating a stained glass sun catcher. I will provide all the tools and supplies needed , including all the safety gear.

Get comfortable with simple drawing techniques and enjoy the process of Figure Drawing with Man's Best Friend!   The La Plata Humane Society has agreed to provide our lovely dog "models" for the class. All supplies are included, and an experienced teacher will be there to give you guidance along the way. We will mix creativity with pleasure as we unwind from a busy week, enjoy a happy hour drink, spend time with other artists, and most importantly enjoy the opportunity to sit, relax and draw a very patient dog.   Figure drawing is the practice of drawing from a live model in different poses. It trains your eye to see things that photographs just can't capture. This makes you more perceptive in all of your work—The biggest reason to practice with live animals is because it has so much to offer. Mastering the animal form is about more than just shapes and muscles and bones.   A $10 Tip or Chew Toy is Required for our models and will go directly to the LaPlata County Humane Society. Beginners are welcome! This class is also perfect for adults with previous drawing experience.

Love to play in the snow? Want to learn more about winter in the San Juans? Join SJMA and Mountain Studies Institute for our special winter hike series, Snow Science & Social! Back by popular demand, these snowshoe hikes are a great opportunity to explore the snowy landscape and learn more about winter in the San Juans.   On select weekends this winter, our education team will host snowshoe interpretive hikes, then welcome you back to our new mobile basecamp in the Andrews Lake Winter Parking Lot for a bonfire, hot drinks, and good conversation. Topics will include forest ecology, watersheds, climate change, and the future of snowpack in the San Juans. These popular events are FREE to the public, but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

Join us on Saturday, February 10th to celebrate La Plata County's 150th birthday! We'll be opening a new exhibit at the Animas Museum, and we'll have birthday cake all day long. At 1pm our Second Saturday Seminar Series will be a talk about the beginnings of the county. Join local historians Charles DiFerdinando and Susan Jones on Zoom or you can watch the presentation on the big screen in the museum classroom. There is no charge for the event which will be recorded.    Register for Zoom at animasmuseum.org/events.html.

Discover the ancient traditions of using plants, fruits and flowers to enhance sensuality. Aphrodisiacs have many medicinal properties that support the reproductive system, improve heart health, relieve stress and anxiety. Join this fun workshop and practice the art of blending delicious herbal aphrodisiac elixirs and making delicious chocolate truffles. We have beautiful bottles for you or you can bring your own special one to fill and take home some love potions for yourself and your Valentine. Perfect for couples, friends, or the curious.

Tickets are $75 in advance, and $85 day of event. They can be purchased online or at the Habitat ReStore in person until February 9th, on the day of event tickets can only be purchased at the door.   Get ready to immerse yourself in an evening of Mardi Gras festivities as we don our vibrant masks and revel in the spirit of this celebratory occasion. This event promises to be a night filled with masquerade mystery, and a touch of New Orleans magic. Indulge in delicious creole inspired appetizers while sipping on the evenings signature cocktail that will transport you straight to Bourbon Street. Dance the night away to live music performed by the band Broke with Expensive Tastes.    Dressed up, or dressed for fun, we have masks and beads at the door for all attendees. Even so, there will be a prize for best mask of the masquerade, so bringing your own bit of mystery could really pay off! Store bought, or handmade, we appreciate them all.    But wait, there's more! Our silent auction will feature an array of exclusive items up for bidding. From unique experiences to luxurious getaways, and awesome donations from favorite local businesses, there is something for everyone.   By participating in this auction, you not only have a chance to win incredible prizes but also contribute towards a noble cause. All proceeds from this event will go towards building affordable homes for Habitat partner families in La Plata County. This spring we will break ground on our next Fox Farm Village duplex in Bayfield.    Together, let's make a difference and empower those in need. So mark your calendars now and secure your tickets early! Don't miss out on this extraordinary evening that combines festivity with philanthropy. Let's celebrate Mardi Gras like never before while making a positive impact on our community!   See you at the Mardi Gras Masquerade & Silent Auction Fundraiser!

Join us for good ole' fashion Euchre Tournament. 6 nights Round Robin. Feb 10th/24th March 9th/23rd April 6th/27th. Come single or with a partner. No experience needed. 3 food trucks available.

Heyyyy ladieeees!!!! Decompress with your favorite gals over a glass of locally made wine or cider, get a chair massage, some reiki or hair tinsel, shop local artisan vendors or participate in our clothing swap- bring some take some, and hang out in the coolest environment Durango has to offer

Dance the night away at The Light Box! Learn popular Latin dance moves from professional dance instructor Suzy DiSanto and enjoy live music from Stillwater Music's own Latin funk band, Seven Sharp 11.

A Luminous play by Beth Wohl  Tickets $26-30

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

Celebrate Valentine's Day, as you experience turn-of-the-century ambiance with your loved one onboard a historic narrow gauge train as we travel along the Animas River. Enjoy a beautiful day riding the vintage train through the pristine wilderness to Cascade Canyon. All cars will be decorated with special Valentine flair!   Special "Love Basket*" available for purchase* for $50 and includes the following:  1 box of Sea Salt Caramels from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory  1 bottle of prosecco  2 stemless flutes  1 rose   * "Love Basket" is only available for purchase for those 21 and older. Please call 1-888-872-4607 for more information.

Sundays | 12:00 - 4:00    In this comprehensive 4-hour workshop, you'll dive into the world of stained glass crafting and take home your masterpiece the same day. Get ready to learn essential skills as we provide guidance on workspace setup, safety measures for glass cutting and grinding, and a list of fundamental materials. You'll have the opportunity to choose from a variety of patterns, with room for skill advancement. Throughout the class, you'll master techniques such as pattern transferring, copper foiling, & soldering. All materials are included, so you can focus on unleashing your creativity. By appointment only, secure your spot and embark on a journey of artistic exploration with us!

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

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 or try a new one! Meet new friends and enjoy a taco and beverage! It's so easy...just show up and we do the rest!

A Luminous play by Beth Wohl  Tickets $26-30

Join us for a "Gal"entine's earring making afternoon! Ani Silversprings of Lotus Vibes Creative will guide you through how to make stunning seed bead earrings. Gather your Gals and sign up together for this fun-filled, beginner level workshop. Included in this 2 hour class is a special Valentine's botanical mocktail, all of the materials to make a pair of stunning, one-of-a-kind seed bead earrings and the skills (plus a how-to handout) of how to make more at home. Leave the workshop lit up from gathering together with other amazing, local women, making your very own pair of earrings, and enjoying tasty mocktails. Mocktails are included in the price.

Come Celebrate Superbowl 58 with us at Purgatory! Our screens will be showing the big game! (no matter who makes it in). Show up with your team pride and celebrate the football event of the year!

In his solo show, artist Joseph Magnano presents his original artwork, Vibrant Cows and These Places Untold. Vibrant Cows are award-winning and well-collected. The cows have been Joe's focus for the past 10 years. The titles are presented on the front of the paintings, which offer a connection to basic goodness. These Places Untold, Joseph's new work, are quite unique and being exhibited in Durango for the first time. Every These Places Untold painting begins as scraps fabric that are playfully laid out and sewn together into quilted collages. Each quilt becomes a reference for the painting and are on display for viewing at the gallery. These Places Untold are colorful acrylic paintings that bring to life a curious world of mystery. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday 11am-6pm

A 3- week lunch hour series every Monday in February from 12:30-1:30pm. Perfect for start-ups, entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and marketing teams (working on a re-brand) launching a new business. All 3 sessions are required as they build upon one another. You'll come away with a brand identity and strategy you love at the end of the month. We start our 3- week series with an " idea-storm" to clarify or discover your purpose and why purpose matters to your culture and brand. The 2nd week we dive into identifying your brand's audience, tone, messaging, and look and feel. The final week we focus on building a brand identity guideline document, plus play with examples of your new brand identity applied to marketing collateral and channels (i.e. social/digital, web, print, etc.) The result: A powerful brand identity that allows you to clearly and consistently communicate your business proposition and what differentiates you.

Couples who play together, stay together!   In Durango, we are always searching for new and uplifting things to do on our date nights - you needn't look further, we have you covered! We invite you to join us for a unique, fun-filled horse experience for your next Date Night, focusing on communication, trust and keeping the spark alive through our engaging, fun, problem-solving exercises with our horses. Together, with your partner and the horses on the ground, you will work through challenges and learn how the horses share their perspectives to help us learn and discover some new things about each other! This unforgettable horse experience is guaranteed fun as you test and challenge each other to accomplish goals, all the while growing closer together. You will be laughing for years to come!   Space is limited - Book Now!

Local and National comics perform every Monday!

Be Part of the Conversation! At the heart of La Plata County's economic pulse, these gatherings are the most significant meetings in the county, fostering a dynamic space where business leaders, government officials, and visionaries unite to shape the future of our thriving community. This Month's updates will include: • Keren Chesser, Superintendent, Durango 9R School District • Dr. Nate Peach, Prof. of Economics, FLC • Chris Pearson, CEO, Agile Space Industries, Inc. • La Plata, Durango, Bayfield, and Ignacio governments This month's sponsor: Animas Surgical Hospital Join us on the 2nd Tuesday of every month for our Membership Meetings, where innovation meets collaboration. Doors open at 7:30 for food, coffee, and networking. Guests and visitors are welcome! The La Plata Economic Development Alliance is a non-profit dedicated to enabling La Plata County to be one of the most vital, vibrant communities in the country to live, work, learn, and play.

Party at Purg! New Orleans most iconic Carnival is hitting the slopes. Come see all the fun treats we've prepared for our guests.

Come celebrate Mardi Gras with us!    We will have $8 Hurricanes all day and we will be serving Jambalaya, Etouffee, Cajun bbq Shrimp, Boudin Balls, Crawfishm and tasso hand pies, cajun meat pies smokes chicken and andouille sausage, shrimp bisque, poboys, bread pudding and king cake!!   Get here early to not miss out on your favorites. We will be close Ash Wednesday/Valentines Day so bring your sweetheart out on FAT TUESDAY!

From 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., the Great Decisions Durango will meet to discuss "Pandemic Preparedness." Moderator Mike Todt will present background materials and a film by the Foreign Policy Association, and lead participants in a discussion of the issues. The public is invited to attend this free discussion and participants are welcome to bring a sack lunch.

Join us for some good Western entertainment. Music, stories, cowboy poetry, and who knows what else. From noon to three at the Diamond Belle Saloon.    We also invite anyone with a Western poem, story, or song to join us on stage. Just check in with us when you arrive and we will put you up there. It is a good event to practice and have fun whether you are a professional, a novice, or anywhere in between.

Celebrate the love!   Please join us for a fun portrait session celebrating your relationship(s).   Despite its name, anyone and everyone can celebrate Galentine's Day. At its gooey heart, Galentine's Day is a celebration of friendship. Like the holiday it precedes, it's a day dedicated to showing the most important people in your life how much you care about them. It's corny. It's cheesy. And that's what makes it great.   So, get dolled up, grab a glass of bubbles, and shower your best friend(s), partner, coworkers, etc with love.

This is a hands-on workshop and requires that you bring your lap top and be ready to make every aspect of eCommerce easier for you and your customers. This workshop is perfect for entrepreneurs, small business owners, artists, and square point of sale (POS) users ready to create an on-brand website that connects to your Square POS.   The workshop will cover:  Square themes: New website themes give your on-brand design a head start. Whatever your brand, whatever your business, there's a theme waiting for you.   Considerations for setting up an on-brand website —from fonts, pictures, tone, content, and navigation   Sync all sides of your business: Seamless integration between Square Online and Square POS (point of sale) means you can efficiently manage online and in-store sales from a single unified system.   Create product categories on your website.   How to add new products (with pics and descriptions) to your POS so that they automatically populate on your website in the right category. Create product links for your social media posts.

Next in the continuing free series at Durango Senior Center, we will talk about ways to avoid someone taking your decision-making abilities away through guardianship. Please join us!

Dive into a world of flavors with steaming hot MOMOs (House made authentic Himalayan Dumplings).   Show us your SKI Pass, get 20% OFF on all your favorite Momos.    Happening every Tuesday at Sherpa Momo Ghar located behind Union Social House at 3062 Main Ave.

Are you a beginner/intermediate acoustic music player looking to play more? This weekly jam is welcoming to all players, with a focus on slower tempo improvisation solos and chord changes. If you can play the I, IV and V chords in G, D and A then you know enough to play at this jam!

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

A Luminous play by Beth Wohl  Tickets $26-30

Come out and support the Durango High School Hockey Team as they take on Crested Butte on home ice at Chapman Hill Ice Arena. This is the last home game of the season.    Varsity Game Gate fees- (cash or Venmo)  $1-for DHS Students, $5- Students/military/Sr. Citizens, $7- Adults  Children under 7 free. Children 13 and under need to be supervised by their parents while at the rink. No backpacks  Go Demons!

Join us for Durango's infamous networking lunch, providing the movers and shakers of our community with a space to innovate, inspire, and eat a delicious lunch while they're at it.

Come and joins us for a tasting of Wine, Liquor, or Beer every Wednesday during happy hour. Come taste our crews favorite products!   Wine 15% off, Spirits 10% off, and Beer 5% off during happy hour.

Show your love with independently crafted beer & chocolate! Join us for Valentine’s Day fora Stout & Dessert Pairing. $16 includes: Assorted Hand-Crafted Love Biteschocolates from Animas Chocolate & Coffee Co. Two (2) House-MadePeanut Butter Stout Cannoli*allergen alert - made with peanuts* AND Choice of 2 limited edition stouts: Peanut Butter Stout (10oz. pour)Smooth, dark, mild stout brewed with peanut butter*allergen alert - made with peanuts* Easy Does It Coffee Stout (10oz. pour)Smooth, medium-bodied espresso stout brewedwith locally roasted cold brew coffee. *81301 Coffee Shop & Easy Coffee Roasters* Available at 4pm on Valentine’s Day at Ska Brewing.

Mix creativity with love this Valentine's Day, & enjoy happy hour drinks, while learning how to make your own fused glass 5" square plate or heart! By the end of the evening, your decorated piece will be ready for firing and done 2-10 days later for pick up! 21+

Couples who play together, stay together!   In Durango, we are always searching for new and uplifting things to do on our date nights - you needn't look further, we have you covered! We invite you to join us for a unique, fun-filled horse experience for your next Date Night, focusing on communication, trust and keeping the spark alive through our engaging, fun, problem-solving exercises with our horses. Together, with your partner and the horses on the ground, you will work through challenges and learn how the horses share their perspectives to help us learn and discover some new things about each other! This unforgettable horse experience is guaranteed fun as you test and challenge each other to accomplish goals, all the while growing closer together. You will be laughing for years to come!   Space is limited - Book Now!

Indulge in love and local flavors this Valentine's Day!   Join us on a progressive dinner curated with the heart and soul of our community. From appetizers to dessert, each course is a celebration of local businesses and love. Give us a call for more information or make your reservation online.   Begin your Experience at Perbacco (505 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301) with their Tagliere Misto charcuterie - imported meats, cheeses, with mixed olives, caponata and homemade jams paired with two glasses of delicious wine. Choose from red, white, and sparkling.   Then proceed to Sutcliffe Tasting Room (120 W 8th St, Durango, CO 81301) where you will enjoy a creative atmosphere and a fabulous tasting of Colorado's most acclaimed wines from Sutcliffe vineyards.   End your culinary journey in the charming atmosphere of Public House 701 (701 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO 81301) where you'll each enjoy a Valentines Day special entree, a craft cocktail of choice, and dessert.   Adela Floral, Durango's favorite local florist, is creating one of a kind stunning flower arrangement to be delivered to you at Public House 701 for your special occasion.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a twist at EsoTerra Ciderworks! Tired of the stress of planning the perfect Valentine's Day dinner? Let us take care of it all for you at our special edition of 'Wine 101.   Indulge in an evening filled with laughter, exquisite ciders and wines, with delectable gourmet bites. Walk away not only with a newfound appreciation for wine but also with the satisfaction of having your Valentine's Day celebration expertly curated. Tickets are all-inclusive. Join us for an unforgettable experience hosted by EsoTerra's Co-Founder, Elizabeth Philbrick. Cheers to love and laughter at EsoTerra!

The San Juan Basin Archaeological Society invites the public to a presentation in the Lyceum at the Center of Southwest Studies and on Zoom on Wednesday, February 14 at 7:00 pm. At 6:30 we will have social time, then after a brief business meeting, Dr. Bonnie Clark, Curator for Archaeology of the University of Denver Museum of Anthropology, will present "Finding Solace in the Soil: The Archaeology of Gardens and Gardeners at Colorado's Japanese American Incarceration Camp.'. For log-in information go to SJBAS.ORG.    During World War II, Americans of Japanese ancestry were removed from their homes and placed into confinement camps throughout the western US. This presentation overviews the methods and results of six seasons of landscape archaeology at one of those sites—Amache—located in southeastern Colorado. The site contains an incredibly well-preserved record of how the people incarcerated there transformed a hostile landscape through strategy and skill. By integrating a program of historical research, community engagement, and intensive garden archaeology, the University of Denver Amache project is expanding the view of what incarceree gardens are, how they were created, and their import, both to those who made them and us today.   Dr. Bonnie Clark is committed to using tangible history - objects, sites, and landscape - to broaden understanding of our diverse past. She began her career as a professional archaeologist and now serves as Professor in the Anthropology Dept. at the U of Denver (DU), as well as the Curator for Archaeology of the DU Museum of Anthropology. She is the author or editor of numerous publications including "Finding Solace in Soil: An Archaeology of Gardens and Gardeners at Amache:" and "On the Edge of Purgatory: An Archaeology of Place in Hispanic Colorado." Dr. Clark leads the DU Amache Project, a community collaboration committee to researching, preserving and interpreting the physical history of Amache, Colorado's WWII -era Japanese American internment camp. That work has been highlighted in numerous venues, including Archeology and American Archaeology magazines. In 2011, Dr. Clark's work was recognized by her peers with DU's Teacher/Scholar of the year award.

Sing a song get a free shot!

Join us every Thursday at Durango Sustainable Goods for "Tea and Tinsel Thursdays." It's a weekly thing where we hang out, have tea, and watch Shaheen do her magic. Shaheen makes hair look like a shimmering work of art. Come by Durango Sustainable Goods every Thursday to chill, get some sparkle, and a cool new look.

Join us in our tasting room with live music from the Larry Carver Duo.

Five rounds of questions always including a science round and music round. Teams of 5 eligible for prizes, food and drinks available for purchase. $5 suggested team donation

A Luminous play by Beth Wohl  Tickets $26-30

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

Apres fun with sweet door prizes from Osprey and More!

We are partnering with TESStastic for "warming spirit" mocktail evenings every Friday from 3:30-6 pm! Come down to the shop to sample or purchase New/Old Fashions & Hot TessToddy's with tea or Wild Margaritas, and/or Cosmos (available in cranberry, orange, raspberry, and hibiscus flavors). There will be free tastings, single drinks for $5, and bottles of the mixers available for purchase. Make it a date night or bring your friends to to discover the fun sober side of Durango. Plus, you'll wake up the next day hydrated and replenished.

Come get your hands dirty as you create a unique Paint Palette/Tray . We will mix creativity with pleasure as we unwind from a busy week, enjoy happy hour drinks, spend time with community artists, and most importantly hand-build a unique piece of pottery. By the end of the evening your piece will be ready for glazing. You will select a glaze which will be applied to your ceramic piece when fired. Look for an email telling you when your piece is ready for pick-up and use. (about 21 days) Let the fun begin!    $35.00 Per Participant  *One complimentary drink included with class

Back by popular demand! Ashleigh Bennett returns to EsoTerra  Free entry -- all ages welcome!   Ashleigh's performances are a musical journey through genres, showcasing her skills as a singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. Having graced wineries, breweries, restaurants, venues, and weddings across Pennsylvania, Ohio, and New York, Ashleigh's eclectic repertoire covers artists like Ed Sheeran, Stevie Nicks, Joni Mitchell, Elvis, and many more.

A Luminous play by Beth Wohl  Tickets $26-30

$22 / $25 / 21+   Doors 7:00pm / Show 8:00pm   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.   "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 going full-time in 2014. Along the way, he released a series of fan favorite albums—Concrete College [2012], Far Into the Night [2013], Soap Box [2014], Reflective Tangents [2016], Sunday [2018], Further Into the Night [2019], plus two collaborative albums with Canadian rapper Def3, Small World [2017] and Weddings & Funerals [2021]. In 2022, Late Night Radio released the bass EP Back Around on Philos Records and the 10th installment of his Vinyl Restoration series.    2023 has started off with several collaborations - "Hold On" with Motifv, a remix of Maddy O'Neal's "Climb On", "Blindfold Yourself" and "Storm Clouds Rising" on Daily Bread's new LP Invisible Cinema, "Emerald City" with Michal Menert, and now a new full-length album on the way - Pocket Full of Dreams, out October 20th on Philos Records.   In the end, the moniker Late Night Radio reflects the vibrant versatility at the heart of the sound. "At 3AM, DJs will play whatever they want on the radio," he leaves off. "That's what I'm doing. It's a very eclectic mix. It's who I am."   https://www.facebook.com/l8nightradio/  https://lnrtunes.com/ 

Squoze and Ravenous are bringing the heat to the dance floor this Friday at Roxy's! Join us for the very freshest in house, techno, and electro.    No cover, 21+, food served until late.

The Nordic Center's toughest endeavor, the Pine Needle Langlauf freestyle event offers big climbs, scenic views, thrilling descents, and excellent snow conditions. There will be live music, prizes for winners, and schwag for all!

Come celebrate a day of Telemark skiing. We'll have free gear demos from several shops and manufacturers. Whether you are an experienced Telemark skier or looking to give it a try for the first time, this is the day for you.

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

During this program we will be exploring our community in Durango and how we can give back as creatives. On December 16th they will be focusing on the art of cooking as we learn about food handling safety, how to cook meals and distribute them to the community as a fun creative pop up. On January 20th they will be learning a plethora of art skills from a variety of different guest instructors. In February we will take some of those skills in January to paint a Mural to help beautify our community. For our last two sessions in March and April we will focus on finding the value in another man's trash as we travel down the river trail finding materials to turn into found object sculptures. During these trips we will explore the local art and learn how it helps make a difference in our society.   During each session the students will also have the option of taking a creative break to learn circus skills so they can exercise both their body and minds.   This is a great program to help young artists find their confidence, learn valuable life skills all the while having fun and making new friends for years to come.   For questions, please email Mr. B, at ben@durangoarts.org. Scholarships are available. BART offers young people, ages 11 to 17, regardless of expression or identity, the opportunity to experience art, leadership and art-based opportunities.

10am: Mandatory Participant Meeting @ Coffee Bear  11am-4pm: 12th Street/Vendor Row  High Noon: Opening Ceremony  12:15pm: Open/Sport/Novice/Snowmobile Classes  5pm: Post Race Celebration & Awards @ Lacey Rose Saloon   Special thanks to Golden Block Brewery, Coffee Bear Silverton & Lacey Rose Saloon for hosting registration and awards!

We are giving away a custom Ska Venture Snowboards at the Purgatory Resort Bear Bar. Join us at 3pm for beer, games, swag, and of course, our SNOWBOARD GIVEAWAY.

Kokedama, (Japanese for "moss ball") is akin to bonsai. Learn out how to create this unique method of displaying and growing plants, taught by Janine of Botanical Concepts. Kokedama is a fun way to display indoor plants with a fresh organic feeling. Kokedama originated with the Nearai bonsai method, an art form centuries old. Create your own Kokedama and bring nature inside your home.

Take the night off, Drop your kid off at The Powerhouse for an evening of science activities, free exploration, and pizza while you get a well deserved break!   $30/child   Children age Kindergarten - 12 years old   Pre-registration required!

A Luminous play by Beth Wohl  Tickets $26-30

Doors: 7:00pm /Show 8:00pm   What's thicker, our eyeliner or our guitar strings? The Surfrajettes are a four-piece instrumental combo from Toronto, ON, Canada. Since forming in late 2015, the band has charmed audiences with their clever mix of psychedelic rock and reverb-drenched surf music, sky-high beehives, go-go boots, and eyeliner as thick as their guitar strings. The band achieved viral online notoriety from their home-made performance videos and their feature by Norman's Rare Guitars in LA. The debut 45 single "Party Line / Toxic" released late 2018 on Hi-Tide Recordings to immediate success. The band has toured extensively in its support, including performances on The Beach Boys Cruise, The Melissa Etheridge Cruise, at Sea.Hear.Now, Nashville Boogie, Wild O Fest in Mexico City, The New England Shake Up!, Surf Guitar 101 Convention, Tiki Oasis & Hi-Tide Summer Holiday: Asbury Park. The band released the follow up single "Hale'iwa Hustle / Banzai Pipeline" in 2020, supported by a festival appearance at Hi-Tide Winter Holiday: Pittsburgh. The group spent the rest of 2020 and most of 2021 writing and recording their debut LP "Roller Fink" - in stores worldwide April 22, 2022 from Hi-Tide Recordings / Virgin Music. The album will be available for purchase for the very first time following their performance at the Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekend 25 car show. The Surfrajettes are guitarists Shermy Freeman and Nicole Damof, bassist Sarah Butler, and drummer Samantha Maloney. When not on tour, the group is busy woodshedding in their secret beach hut, sewing new miniskirts, debating vintage gear, and daydreaming about performing in a Quentin Tarantino movie.   The Tailspins' debut EP is a dazzling fusion of jump blues, pre-war jazz, 1950s rock, and swing that transports listeners back to the golden eras of American music. Drawing inspiration from legends like Cab Calloway, Louis Prima and C.W. Stoneking, The Tailspins infuse their sound with a modern energy, creating a vibrant and irresistible sonic experience. Their talent and versatility were recognized by Jack White, who invited the duo to support his "Supply Chain Issues" tour in 2022. With their debut EP, The Tailspins solidify their place as a rising force in the contemporary music scene, revitalizing and reinventing the sounds of the past for a new generation

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

Great opportunity to support your local veterans while enjoying a delicious breakfast! Open to the public, this event is held every 1st & 3rd Sunday. Donations of only $9 for adults, $8 for veterans, and $6 for kids 12 and under. All proceeds help support local veterans!

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 just find your next trusty steed. They’ll be around all day Saturday, December 16th for free demos.   Venture was founded in 1999 and all of their boards are crafted by snowboarders in their Silverton, Colorado factory then tested in some of the most demanding terrain in the lower 48.   A lift ticket or pass is required to ride.

10am: Mandatory Participant Meeting @ Coffee Bear  11am-4pm: 12th Street/Vendor Row  High Noon: Opening Ceremony  12:15pm: Open/Sport/Novice/Snowmobile Classes  5pm: Post Race Celebration & Awards @ Lacey Rose Saloon   Special thanks to Golden Block Brewery, Coffee Bear Silverton & Lacey Rose Saloon for hosting registration and awards!

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

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 or try a new one! Meet new friends and enjoy a taco and beverage! It's so easy...just show up and we do the rest!

A Luminous play by Beth Wohl  Tickets $26-30

Join us for an afternoon of painting and sipping tasty mocktails! Artist Caroline Golarz of Waving Pine Design will guide you through the process of creating a painting from start to finish. We will be using an earth friendly and bio-based 'akrylic' paint and locally sourced ponderosa wood as our canvas. The wood will be prepped ahead of time for easy paint application. A seat in this class includes the supplies needed for your painting and step-by-step instructions on how to create your artwork. No painting experience necessary!

Come enjoy a Sunday afternoon with silent film classics accompanied live by professional pianist Adam Swanson! In February, we will screen the feature film WHY BE GOOD?, allowing Adam to play many of the Charleston-era, Prohibition jazz age dance hits with which he is very familiar. The movie will be broken into two pieces with an intermission. All films will be accompanied with original period music LIVE on the DAC's beautiful 9-foot grand piano. These events will be family friendly, so bring your kids and enjoy this fun and unique opportunity.   WHY BE GOOD? (Warner Brothers, 1929)  Starring Colleen Moore   Released right at the end of the silent era, WHY BE GOOD? is one of the most thrilling feature films of the jazz age. Colleen Moore was the epitome of a flapper girl during the 1920s, which is demonstrated to great effect in the first half of this picture. After a night of debauchery, however, she discovers that she is in love with her boss. What kind of a girl is Pert Kelly? Watch WHY BE GOOD? on the big screen to find out.

Join us for an afternoon of painting and sipping tasty mocktails! Artist Caroline Golarz of Waving Pine Design will guide you through the process of creating a painting from start to finish. We will be using an earth friendly and bio-based 'akrylic' paint and locally sourced ponderosa wood as our canvas. The wood will be prepped ahead of time for easy paint application. A seat in this class includes the supplies needed for your painting and step-by-step instructions on how to create your artwork. No painting experience necessary!   $55.00

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays | 8:00 - 10:00 | Ends March 4 Aikido boosts self-discovery through self-defense. Registration is now open for Durango Aikido's Intro Aikido series on Mondays 6-8pm starting March 4th. Explore Japan's youngest martial art, also known as the art of peace. Develop better balance, poise, and confidence. Register online at durangoaikido.com or text/call questions to 970-426-5257.   Durango Shin Budo Kai Aikido (501c3) has offered affordable classes in the art of peace since 2002.

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

Mondays | weekly | 10:00 - 10:45 | Feb 19 - April 22 In Music Together class, students ages 0-5 and their caregivers are led by a trained Music Together teacher in an inspiring and energetic mixed-age class where you'll sing and dance and have a blast!   Classes are held weekly from 10-10:45am   Registration required.

In his solo show, artist Joseph Magnano presents his original artwork, Vibrant Cows and These Places Untold. Vibrant Cows are award-winning and well-collected. The cows have been Joe's focus for the past 10 years. The titles are presented on the front of the paintings, which offer a connection to basic goodness. These Places Untold, Joseph's new work, are quite unique and being exhibited in Durango for the first time. Every These Places Untold painting begins as scraps fabric that are playfully laid out and sewn together into quilted collages. Each quilt becomes a reference for the painting and are on display for viewing at the gallery. These Places Untold are colorful acrylic paintings that bring to life a curious world of mystery. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday 11am-6pm

A 3- week lunch hour series every Monday in February from 12:30-1:30pm. Perfect for start-ups, entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and marketing teams (working on a re-brand) launching a new business. All 3 sessions are required as they build upon one another. You'll come away with a brand identity and strategy you love at the end of the month. We start our 3- week series with an " idea-storm" to clarify or discover your purpose and why purpose matters to your culture and brand. The 2nd week we dive into identifying your brand's audience, tone, messaging, and look and feel. The final week we focus on building a brand identity guideline document, plus play with examples of your new brand identity applied to marketing collateral and channels (i.e. social/digital, web, print, etc.) The result: A powerful brand identity that allows you to clearly and consistently communicate your business proposition and what differentiates you.

Local and National comics perform every Monday!

Youth Program Fundraiser! 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.

Cost: $20 per session  To reserve your space: call or email!   In each session, we will explore, with curiosity, the nature of our own minds. We will investigate our experience through mindfulness practice in a wakeful, attentive, open, free and loving way. The purpose is to learn to become aware of mental, emotional and physical phenomena in our experience, and cultivate joy in daily living that brings profound ease, freedom and intimate connection with life.

This is a hands-on workshop and requires that you bring your lap top and be ready to make every aspect of eCommerce easier for you and your customers. This workshop is perfect for entrepreneurs, small business owners, artists, and square point of sale (POS) users ready to create an on-brand website that connects to your Square POS.   The workshop will cover:  Square themes: New website themes give your on-brand design a head start. Whatever your brand, whatever your business, there's a theme waiting for you.   Considerations for setting up an on-brand website —from fonts, pictures, tone, content, and navigation   Sync all sides of your business: Seamless integration between Square Online and Square POS (point of sale) means you can efficiently manage online and in-store sales from a single unified system.   Create product categories on your website.   How to add new products (with pics and descriptions) to your POS so that they automatically populate on your website in the right category. Create product links for your social media posts.

Pine River Library is one of many groups in 79 countries across the world that host Death Cafés. A Death Cafe is a time and place where people come to share food, drink tea or coffee, and discuss death openly and honestly. The aim is to increase awareness about death in order to help people make the most of their (finite) lives. There is never an intention of leading participants to any conclusion, product or course of action. A Death Café is not a bereavement support or grief counseling setting, nor is it a place to give people information about death and dying. It is not for people who, for whatever reason, are unwilling to discuss the subject of death comfortably and openly. Interesting conversations are guaranteed! These events are facilitated by Lola Montano, a registered nurse who is pursuing her hospice certification and is interested in becoming a death doula.    Join us every third Tuesday of the month from 1-2:30 pm.

Dive into a world of flavors with steaming hot MOMOs (House made authentic Himalayan Dumplings).   Show us your SKI Pass, get 20% OFF on all your favorite Momos.    Happening every Tuesday at Sherpa Momo Ghar located behind Union Social House at 3062 Main Ave.

Discover your authentic direction forward: Unlock the Power of Your Nervous System's Natural Response to Stress.   A 1-hour workshop to tap into your roots and become the woman you were born to be..    Learn somatic exercises and boundaries to break free from patterns that keep you stuck. Take control of your life, buy your ticket now!

Are you a beginner/intermediate acoustic music player looking to play more? This weekly jam is welcoming to all players, with a focus on slower tempo improvisation solos and chord changes. If you can play the I, IV and V chords in G, D and A then you know enough to play at this jam!

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

Headshot Mini Session Event! Hello, Durango! Exciting news - I'm hosting Headshot Mini Sessions at my studio!    In a visual world, your images will tell a story to potential clients about who you are, what you do, and why they should hire you. Professional photography is the extra edge that will elevate you above the competition and is an investment that will quickly pay for itself.   Refresh your professional image with a quick and fabulous headshot session! Perfect for professionals, creatives, or anyone wanting a polished and personalized look.   What's Included:  15-minute session  1 high-resolution retouched photo  Option to purchase additional poses at just $45 each  Online gallery for easy selection  All for $95 (normally $250)   Limited slots are available, so book yours now! DM or visit the booking link in the comments to secure your spot. Let's capture your best self!

Them Apples is a free, casual way to get your marketing questions answered by experts and meet other entrepreneurs facing similar challenges. Pro tip: Get there early and order EsoTerra's delicious charcuterie, cider, sandwiches, and more.   This month's topic ?? How to Use Data as a Freelancer or Small Local Business   We will be joined by guest speaker, MaryBeth Maskovas, Founder and Lead Analytics & Optimization Consultant of Insight Lime Analytics in Durango.   Discover how leveraging data can empower you to make informed decisions, gaining a strategic advantage over your competition. From deciphering customer preferences to optimizing operations, learn how to harness the potential of data to propel your business forward. Data and AI are not just for big companies, you can benefit too!

Come and joins us for a tasting of Wine, Liquor, or Beer every Wednesday during happy hour. Come taste our crews favorite products!   Wine 15% off, Spirits 10% off, and Beer 5% off during happy hour.

We are having our first 2024 BASH (Business Alliance Social Hour) at Animas Chocolate Company at 920 Main Ave. This bi-monthly event is for local business owners, nonprofit leaders, local first members and localists alike to learn more about two featured businesses!   Tyler VanGemert of the Community Wellness Center, one of Local First's newest members, will be speaking. They offer various services from physical therapy to jin shin jyutsu. Come learn more!   Animas Chocolate Company Owners Carley and Marc Snider will be speaking on their ten year journey as chocolate-makers as well as their space on Main Ave, which is available to rent for events! Come meet others in the Local First family and bring a friend! Refreshments will be provided.

Join us for a fabulous evening with friends, painting and wine!   The Teacher:: Kayleigh Weir is an artist and art educator in Durango, CO. She teaches art full time at Durango High School. She grew up in the Chicagoland area and graduated from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago with a degree in art education. In her spare time, she loves to create art ranging from paintings to pottery.   All supplies provided.

Join us at the Fort Lewis College Center for Innovation for our Speaker Series event: "Keep Calm and Grind On" with Matt Martensen, founder of User Cooperative. Matt will share practical insights from his 18 years of entrepreneurial experience, helping you navigate the challenges of starting something new.

Everyone longs for a successful and fulfilling life. Yet many of us may experience success only in certain areas of our life. For instance, we may do well at work yet struggle in our home life. We may enjoy certain comforts yet suffer from depression, anxiety, or addictions. How can we experience success and well-being across our life? We can learn to clear the blocks and fears that are holding us in unhealthy patterns. Bringing the power of mindfulness and psychology together, we can locate the roots of our limiting patterns to heal them, clearing the way for us to reconnect with our own Essence, a wellspring of inner composure and wisdom that serves as our inner compass, guiding us to choices and actions that create a happy, fulfilling life. When we are in connection with our Essence, we reclaim the aliveness, confidence and freedom we experienced as young children, inspired to live as we are meant to live.   About Maureen  Maureen is a is a graduate of Smith College School for Social Work and a certified Hakomi Therapist. For more than 30 years, she has offered mindfulness-based psychotherapy to people of all ages, specializing in trauma, somatic release, and depth psychology.   Maureen also served on the teaching council of the Durango Dharma Center for eight years, teaching classes in meditation, mindful parenting, mindfulness 12-Step healing, and compassionate living.   Together with her husband, Mark, they have been developing True Success For All, a program that brings new perspectives on successful living, empowering us to realize our true potential.    When Maureen and Mark are not teaching True Success, they enjoy playing in the Colorado mountains with their family and friends.

Wednesdays | 6 sessions | 6:15 & 7:30pm | Feb 21 - March 27 The West Slope Westies invite the public to swing into spring in the upcoming West Coast Swing 6-week class series. Discover a dance built on boing, stretch, and constant creativity between partners. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes are on Wednesday nights starting at 6:15 & 7:30pm.    Full details and registration are at westslopewesties.com. Call or text questions to Nash at 970-880-1565.

Join us at the Hive for a poetry writing workshop! Meet us in the skatepark and bring a friend! Open to all!

Sing a song get a free shot!

Join us every Thursday at Durango Sustainable Goods for "Tea and Tinsel Thursdays." It's a weekly thing where we hang out, have tea, and watch Shaheen do her magic. Shaheen makes hair look like a shimmering work of art. Come by Durango Sustainable Goods every Thursday to chill, get some sparkle, and a cool new look.

Join the League of Women Voters and Fort Lewis College on Thursday, February 22 from 4:30-6:00pm at the Durango Public Library for a lively discussion on Media Literacy in an Age of Information, Misinformation and Disinformation.    The event features Dr. Justin McBrayer, Professor of Philosophy and author of Beyond Fake News, Dr. Michele Malach, Professor of English and Media Literacy expert, and Dr. Erich Reisen, Visiting Professor, and specialist in the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence.    The panel will bring their perspectives, answer audience questions, and provide attendees with more tools to deal with news fatigue and an improved ability to access and analyze media messages.   The event is free and advance registration is not required. For more information go to: www.lwvlaplata.org.

Can you believe it? iAM MUSIC is celebrating 10 years as a 501c3 non-profit organization as of 2023! We are asking our donors & community to join us at Eolus for a uniquely elegant soiree, including sushi, incredible entree selections, libations, good company, and live music at Eolus on February 22nd, 2024. Join the iAM MUSIC Founders, Board of Directors & Staff, and select students! We have so much history and exciting news to share with our donors and community! Evening at Eolus is a benefit for iAM MUSIC, and students will share stories, we will showcase live performances, our gratitude, and an official growth plan for 2024 and our vision forward. All donations from this event will be directly invested in iAM MUSIC program expansion, at-no-cost-to-student Outreach programming, free instrument rentals, production & recording space, and, as well as new platforms to connect and inspire young musicians. Reservations are now open! **$150 – 3 Course Meal** - Each guest has sushi, mixed greens, choice of entree, assorted desserts - 1 designer cocktail, 1 glass of wine or beer, 1 cider **$200 – VIP Experience** - Includes 3 course meal - Assorted chef appetizers - 5pm-6pm Rooftop Champagne Toast - Seating closer to the music

Join us for live music in our Tasting Room from Rob Webster!

Southwest Handmade and April's Garden are officially celebrating their grand opening/ re-opening from 5:15 - 7:30PM    Southwest Handmade has been serving our community since 2017, specializing in custom heirloom furniture and built-ins.    April's garden has been serving our community since 1884, specializing in floral arrangements and gifts for your life time events and celebrations.    Come celebrate the opening of our new showroom and retail space with us!   Join both of our businesses for a celebration of new beginnings, in our new shared space. We will kick off the night with a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Chamber of Commerce, followed by snacks and refreshments. Everyone is welcome to attend this free event. We hope to see you there!

Free showing of "Common Ground", the award-winning documentary about regenerative agriculture - "Saving the planet, one acre at a time." Sponsored by Citizens Climate Lobby and FLC Environmental Center. Followed by presentation on Carbon Fee & Dividend by John Purser of CCL.

We invite you to join us for our Winter Wonderland Gala at the Powerhouse Museum. There will be entertainment, food and drinks, and a fabulous silent auction. We can't do what we do without your generosity and support. Durango dressy/cocktail attire is encouraged.    The Durango High School Parent Teacher Organization's mission is to support the teachers, staff, and students in their journey to becoming the top performing public school in Colorado. We are committed to enriching the educational and social experiences for the students of DHS, as well as fostering a positive work culture for the staff. We will promote and encourage communication between parents, teachers, and school administration to work collaboratively. The PTO will organize fundraising efforts that will focus on supplemental classroom supplies, teacher appreciation and student-led organizations/activities to enhance a feeling of school and community spirit.

Calling all poets & writers! Sustainable Goods is delighted to host the High Desert Garden Open Mic Night! $5 donation appreciated.

Birds of Play return to the Durango Art Center Theater for another intimate evening of songs and stories. This will be their last tour for a little while so grab your tickets early and come catch the flock while you can. Caw!!   "This Americawna flock is in full flight already, and the sky is indeed the limit. Building upon themes of love, connection, and wonder, Birds of Play continue to specialize in bringing people together with their authentically brewed anthems."  - Maddie Fry, Music Mecca   General Admission:  Online Advance: $23  At the Door: $25

Historian and explorer Steve Allen will discuss his many years investigating the canyon country of Southern Utah, addressing his family's history of desert exploration, his interest in documenting history on the ground, and his thoughts about the ongoing battles over land protection in Utah.   Steve is a widely recognized expert on the human history of the canyon lands of Southern Utah. His popular 'Canyoneering' series of hiking guides is considered a "go-to" source for accurate information.

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 tonight! Get there early to get your seat inside!

Join us for an engaging Customer Education Networking Event at the Center for Innovation! Discover valuable insights and strategies to enhance your product knowledge and customer interactions. This interactive session aims to empower you with the skills to provide exceptional customer service. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your expertise! See you there!

We are partnering with TESStastic for "warming spirit" mocktail evenings every Friday from 3:30-6 pm! Come down to the shop to sample or purchase New/Old Fashions & Hot TessToddy's with tea or Wild Margaritas, and/or Cosmos (available in cranberry, orange, raspberry, and hibiscus flavors). There will be free tastings, single drinks for $5, and bottles of the mixers available for purchase. Make it a date night or bring your friends to to discover the fun sober side of Durango. Plus, you'll wake up the next day hydrated and replenished.

Presented by La Plata Youth Services. Please join us for the public viewing of art created by over 50 youth artists. Support up-and-coming youth by purchasing and supporting these young creative minds!!

Come get your hands dirty as you create a unique Planter . We will mix creativity with pleasure as we unwind from a busy week, enjoy happy hour drinks, spend time with community artists, and most importantly hand-build a unique piece of pottery. By the end of the evening your piece will be ready for glazing. You will select a glaze which will be applied to your ceramic piece when fired. Look for an email telling you when your piece is ready for pick-up and use. (about 21 days) Let the fun begin!    $35.00 Per Participant  *One complimentary drink included with class

Calling all Women!! Join Summit Church for an amazing 2 day worship! What is IF:Gathering? We are so glad you asked! IF gathering began with three words: disciple a generation. We gather because we need each other. We equip because we need to understand who God is. Then we unleash you to your places because you are the most effective way to spread the message and hope of Jesus Christ. Free childcare for this event is available. For more information, and to register for this event, visit summitdurango.org/ifgatheringdurango

Join us for a kickoff party to celebrate the 26th annual Dave Spencer Classic. Skip the line at registration on Saturday morning and stop by to pick up your race bib and lift tickets. We will have a few bites to nibble on and some refreshing drinks.

Monthly event! The last friday of every month- show your ID at the bar, if it's your birthday month get $2 off each drink, a birthday hat and a cupcake! Bring your friends and we'll throw the party.

We have live DJs playing house and techno all night, from 9pm-2am. Food served late night as well! Great drinks, great vibes, no cover! 21+    Featuring Spark Madden, Ravenous, and Mad Beats.

Calling all Women!! Join Summit Church for an amazing 2 day worship! What is IF:Gathering? We are so glad you asked! IF gathering began with three words: disciple a generation. We gather because we need each other. We equip because we need to understand who God is. Then we unleash you to your places because you are the most effective way to spread the message and hope of Jesus Christ. Free childcare for this event is available. For more information, and to register for this event, visit summitdurango.org/ifgatheringdurango

Our annual online auction fundraiser!  February 24th through March 4th, 2024  Benefiting Parker's Animal Rescue!   Thank you for our sponsors:  Tile & Light Art of Durango   Maynes, Bradford, Shipps and Sheftel LLP  Tina Miely - Real Estate | Durango, CO  Title Durango  Alpine Bank  Durango Motor Company  Creature Comforts

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

Breakfast burritos are done buffet-style here at the dealership!! Join us for food, juice, coffee, and good company!

If you haven't already picked up your race bib, start the day by checking in at Dave Spencer Classic Registration in front of the Dave Spencer Center, ASA's Mountain Office. Registration opens at 8:30 am. You can pick up a lift ticket (purchase with your registration or the day of) and your race number. We'll have snow fencing and seating available outside.   The race isn't just about speed. Take as many practice runs as you'd like in the morning to nail down your time on the racecourse. Make your predictions after lunch, and try to stay as consistent as possible! The racecourse will be open for practice runs from 9a-12p, with the main event kicking off at 1p. Please make sure you and your team have completed your race run by 2:30p.    Lunch will be provided by Zia Taqueria!

Ski Purgatory Resort with FLC Alumni!    Alumni who RSVP in advance can get lift tickets for just $70!   Meet up with fellow Alumni at the FLC Alumni tent located on 'The Beach' at the base of Lift 1. We will be hanging out on The Beach most of the day, then head over to our après-ski event at Hoody's with pizza, beverages, and giveaways.   While registering in the form below, make sure to enter-to-win a free Purgatory lift ticket that can be picked up at the FLC alumni tent on 2/24. Winners will be announced on 2/22!   Make an overnight or weekend out of it and use promo code 'FLCalumni24' for a discounted hotel stay!

Headshot Mini Session Event! Hello, Durango! Exciting news - I'm hosting Headshot Mini Sessions at my studio!    In a visual world, your images will tell a story to potential clients about who you are, what you do, and why they should hire you. Professional photography is the extra edge that will elevate you above the competition and is an investment that will quickly pay for itself.   Refresh your professional image with a quick and fabulous headshot session! Perfect for professionals, creatives, or anyone wanting a polished and personalized look.   What's Included:  15-minute session  1 high-resolution retouched photo  Option to purchase additional poses at just $45 each  Online gallery for easy selection  All for $95 (normally $250)   Limited slots are available, so book yours now! DM or visit the booking link in the comments to secure your spot. Let's capture your best self!

Love to play in the snow? Want to learn more about winter in the San Juans? Join SJMA and Mountain Studies Institute for our special winter hike series, Snow Science & Social! Back by popular demand, these snowshoe hikes are a great opportunity to explore the snowy landscape and learn more about winter in the San Juans.   On select weekends this winter, our education team will host snowshoe interpretive hikes, then welcome you back to our new mobile basecamp in the Andrews Lake Winter Parking Lot for a bonfire, hot drinks, and good conversation. Topics will include forest ecology, watersheds, climate change, and the future of snowpack in the San Juans. These popular events are FREE to the public, but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.

A handcrafted five-course dining experience at 9,000 feet. Back by popular demand! Enjoy this rare opportunity for spectacular views and a unique mountaintop culinary experience by booking a Snowcat Dinner Excursion. Guests will enjoy views of the alpenglow over the Needles Mountains from an enclosed snowcat as it ascends the trails on the way to a five-course meal. The only guests in the restaurant will be those who arrive by snowcat, providing an intimate and exciting feel — plus our Executive Chef will create entrees that are sure to impress even the most decadent diners.   The dinner begins with mulled wine or champagne while guests are allowed time to socialize and select their seats. Guests will then savor a sophisticated five-course tasting menu, complete with beverage pairings from our wine or beer partners.

Indulge in a delightful fusion of creativity and relaxation, while enjoying happy hour drinks, & learning how to make your own fused glass night light! By the end of the evening, your decorated piece will be ready for firing and done 2-10 days later for pick up! Must be 21 or older.

Join us for good ole' fashion Euchre Tournament. 6 nights Round Robin. Feb 10th/24th March 9th/23rd April 6th/27th. Come single or with a partner. No experience needed. 3 food trucks available.

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.   (snow dependent)   What to Bring: Snowshoes, if you have them. SJMA will have a couple of snowshoes for your use if you don't.   Cost: If you are a member of SJMA or a DNSC season passholder, you receive a 50% discount on the Howler.   More info / register through Durango Nordic Center today!

Andrew Schuhmann returns to EsoTerra Ciderworks!  FREE entry -- open to all ages   With over six hours of solo material spanning decades and genres, Andrew delivers a unique musical experience that caters to diverse tastes. Expect soul-stirring interpretations and medleys of classic favorites, showcasing his versatility as a performer.

Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00pm  21+ / $20 / $25   Elder Grown  Funk meets Rock, Pop meets Hip Hop. Elder Grown combines the freedom of improvisational Jams with their Captivating, Original songs. From the First Song to the Fourth Hour, Elder Grown encourages you to break down your idea of genre and tempo with your hips and heartbeat. A personal Pandora station, Elder Grown rollercoasters listeners through seamless, rule-breaking sound.    Switching instruments mid-song, you never know who is going to sing or play what next. Join Elder Grown and journey into the unrecognizable familiar.

Numerous departure times! Please check the website for more details! This unforgettable roundtrip excursion departs from Durango and journeys to Cascade Canyon offering magnificent views of the Animas River and the snowclad peaks of the Rocky Mountains of southwest Colorado.

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

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 or try a new one! Meet new friends and enjoy a taco and beverage! It's so easy...just show up and we do the rest!

Kicking off their 12th Season, the Southwest Civic Winds presents "Universal". Showcasing some of the most prolific contemporary composers of the later 20th century, (E. Whitacre, S. Melillo, L. Bernstein), the band will perform music that stirs the imagination and moves us emotionally. Join us as we explore why we connect with each other musically and how the concept of vibration is truly a constant from a universal perspective.   Jared Wright, Director

It's time to celebrate! Join us for an awards party to celebrate the success of the event! Dinner will be provided and we will have some tasty beverages. We will hand out awards and plenty of hugs and high-fives to celebrate the weekend.

Our annual online auction fundraiser!  February 24th through March 4th, 2024  Benefiting Parker's Animal Rescue!   Thank you for our sponsors:  Tile & Light Art of Durango   Maynes, Bradford, Shipps and Sheftel LLP  Tina Miely - Real Estate | Durango, CO  Title Durango  Alpine Bank  Durango Motor Company  Creature Comforts

Aikido boosts self-discovery through self-defense. Registration is now open for Durango Aikido's Intro Aikido series on Mondays 6-8pm starting March 4th. Explore Japan's youngest martial art, also known as the art of peace. Develop better balance, poise, and confidence. Register online at durangoaikido.com or text/call questions to 970-426-5257.   Durango Shin Budo Kai Aikido (501c3) has offered affordable classes in the art of peace since 2002.

Want to contribute to water conservation in the southwest? Then, purchase one or even two Ivy 50-gallon water barrels!    $95 dollars for one and $180 dollars for two barrels.    Pickup will be on May 18th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the La Plata County Fairgrounds & Events Center.    Purchasing now open until May 5th, 2024!

In his solo show, artist Joseph Magnano presents his original artwork, Vibrant Cows and These Places Untold. Vibrant Cows are award-winning and well-collected. The cows have been Joe's focus for the past 10 years. The titles are presented on the front of the paintings, which offer a connection to basic goodness. These Places Untold, Joseph's new work, are quite unique and being exhibited in Durango for the first time. Every These Places Untold painting begins as scraps fabric that are playfully laid out and sewn together into quilted collages. Each quilt becomes a reference for the painting and are on display for viewing at the gallery. These Places Untold are colorful acrylic paintings that bring to life a curious world of mystery. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday 11am-6pm

A 3- week lunch hour series every Monday in February from 12:30-1:30pm. Perfect for start-ups, entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and marketing teams (working on a re-brand) launching a new business. All 3 sessions are required as they build upon one another. You'll come away with a brand identity and strategy you love at the end of the month. We start our 3- week series with an " idea-storm" to clarify or discover your purpose and why purpose matters to your culture and brand. The 2nd week we dive into identifying your brand's audience, tone, messaging, and look and feel. The final week we focus on building a brand identity guideline document, plus play with examples of your new brand identity applied to marketing collateral and channels (i.e. social/digital, web, print, etc.) The result: A powerful brand identity that allows you to clearly and consistently communicate your business proposition and what differentiates you.

A Death Cafe is a time and place where people come to share food, drink tea or coffee, and discuss death openly and honestly. The aim is to increase awareness about death in order to help people make the most of their (finite) lives. There is never an intention of leading participants to any conclusion, product or course of action. A Death Café is not a bereavement support or grief counseling setting, nor is it a place to give people information about death and dying. It is not for people who, for whatever reason, are unwilling to discuss the subject of death comfortably and openly. Interesting conversations are guaranteed! These events are facilitated by Lola Montano, a registered nurse who is pursuing her hospice certification and is interested in becoming a death doula.    Join us every fourth Monday of the month from 4-5:30 pm.

Come out and meet your new Poet Laureates, Durango! Join us for a short reading, followed by a Q+A with Esther Belin and Zoe Golden. Light refreshments will be served.

Local and National comics perform every Monday!

The Great Decisions Durango discussion group will meet from 11:45 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. to discuss "Climate Technology and Competition." Moderator Dick White will present background materials and a film by the Foreign Policy Association, and lead participants in a discussion of the issues.    The public is invited to attend this free discussion.

Join us for some good Western entertainment. Music, stories, cowboy poetry, and who knows what else. From noon to three at the Diamond Belle Saloon.    We also invite anyone with a Western poem, story, or song to join us on stage. Just check in with us when you arrive and we will put you up there. It is a good event to practice and have fun whether you are a professional, a novice, or anywhere in between.

Come hang out at Purgy's and try some samples provided by local favorite, Ska Brewing.

Dive into a world of flavors with steaming hot MOMOs (House made authentic Himalayan Dumplings).   Show us your SKI Pass, get 20% OFF on all your favorite Momos.    Happening every Tuesday at Sherpa Momo Ghar located behind Union Social House at 3062 Main Ave.

Are you a beginner/intermediate acoustic music player looking to play more? This weekly jam is welcoming to all players, with a focus on slower tempo improvisation solos and chord changes. If you can play the I, IV and V chords in G, D and A then you know enough to play at this jam!

Come learn about a project that may be on the ballot in November! The City of Durango is hosting a public forum to provide information and gather feedback about the new Police Department and City Hall (the historic high school building located at 201 E.12th St.). Free food, childcare, and interpretation will be provided.

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

DHS Varsity will take on Cheyenne Mountain on Tuesday for the quarterfinals' playoff game at Chapman Hill Ice Arena.    2023-2024 CHSAA Post-Season Ice Hockey Ticket Prices   QUARTERFINALS  General Admission: $12.00 (Ages 18-59)  Students K-12: $9.00 (Ages 6-18 - MUST show student ID)   Senior Citizen: $9.00 (60 and older)  Children 5 and under = FREE  Spectators - Cash at the Door Or Pre-Purchase Tickets at https://primoticketingadmin.com/client/durango-high-school Come out and support DHS Hockey! Wear Red to show your support!!

21+ / $20 / $25   AJ Lee and Blue Summit made their first appearance in Santa Cruz in 2015. Led by singer, songwriter, and mandolinist, AJ Lee, the bluegrass band has performed all over the world, but finds home in California's Bay Area.   The latest full length project, I'll Come Back, debuted August 2021 - with national touring in support of the record ongoing. Although falling loosely under the bluegrass label, AJLBS generally plays sans banjo, with Sullivan Tuttle and Scott Gates on steel stringed acoustic guitars, AJ on mandolin, Jan Purat on fiddle, and Chad Bowen on upright bass - a configuration effectively used to create unique space and texture in the arrangements not as commonly found in the music of their peers. Drawing from influences such as country, soul, swing, rock, and jam music, the band uses the lens of bluegrass as a vessel through which to express and explore the thread that binds and unifies all great music.   "AJ Lee & Blue Summit are pure, beautiful American music. Soaring harmonies, top notch picking and strumming as well as a healthy respect and reverence for the classic country, bluegrass and folk music of the past all add up to a band who are masters of the genre. That's not to say that AJ Lee & Blue Summit are antiquated in anyway. While the band tips a hat to the American masters of the past, their sound is modern and thoroughly of today. The band are great torch bearers of the music that helped build America. "   -Eric Oblander - Musician, Producer of Rise Up on BCAN (Buckeye Community Arts network)   La La Bones is a creative bluegrass band featuring original compositions and high energy performances. Rooted in Durango, the band has played throughout Colorado at local venues, festivals, and private events. At first glance, La La Bones is reminiscent of a traditional bluegrass band, passing around breaks and harmonizing melodies. With a closer look, listeners can see how the band draws inspiration from a myriad of musical genres, ranging from punk, pop, to bluegrass. Listeners can also enjoy the songwriting and vocal skills of all band members, as each individual brings original music to the table. La La Bones recorded their first self-titled album in 2016, an 11-track record of originals. In 2023, the band recorded their second album, Bones Hit the Ground. La La Bones is Kyle Siesser on guitar, Tommy Frederico on banjo, Kathy Hilimire on fiddle, and Scott Roberts on mandolin.

The 19th annual Durango Independent Film Festival takes place Feb. 28-March 3 at the Durango Arts Center and Gaslight Twin Cinemas, with free events throughout the festival!

This "Lunch and Learn" will be packed with tactics you can launch right in the workshop. AI serves as a great new tool for marketing, yet many do not know how the best approach or how to train AI to be more effective. Knowing how AI works in the background will allow you to more effectively use AI to find solutions for marketing problems, outline marketing strategies, and become more comfortable with using AI as an advisor.

Enjoy a cider sampling from Fenceline Cidery out of Mancos, Colorado. They'll be posted up at Purgy's at the end of the ski day.

Come and joins us for a tasting of Wine, Liquor, or Beer every Wednesday during happy hour. Come taste our crews favorite products!   Wine 15% off, Spirits 10% off, and Beer 5% off during happy hour.

Bring your talent! Play alone, or with friends. This open mic is run up by the phenomenally talented musicians of ShadowTrapp! So, you are always guaranteed a great show! The floor is open to all varieties of music, and levels of expertise. Come show off, or simply enjoy the music. Sign-ups begin at 6:30pm at the bar, show is 7-9pm.

Featuring the DHS Chamber Orchestra, Symphonic Orchestra, Concert Band and Jazz Band<Br><Br> Concert, dessert bar and silent auction!

Opening night of the Durango Independent Film Festival 6:30 & 7pm at the Durango Arts Center & Gaslight Twin Cinema.  Seating is first come, first served.  Sponsored by Ballantine Communications

Opening night of the Durango Independent Film Festival 6:30 & 7pm at the Durango Arts Center & Gaslight Twin Cinema.  Seating is first come, first served.  Sponsored by Ballantine Communications

$35 / $40 / 21+ No Exceptions  8 Max tickets per House Hold   Brett Dennen's endearing and adventurous Lift Series is back this winter. In its seventh year, the annual tour is set against the backdrop of Brett's favorite, and the country's best, ski towns. When asked why Brett continues to play winters in the mountains, he responds, "Because mountain people are my favorite people. They know the secret to making the best kind of community that is centered around their love of the mountains and stoke. It gives me a chance to connect with amazing people and ski in some thrilling and maybe even some dangerous terrain. It is a source of inspiration for me to be a better person and make more music." The concerts will be intimate solo acoustic sets of songs and stories that are sure to be heartwarming and funny.

Sing a song get a free shot!