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June 2012 Events

 Friday, June 1st
10th Annual Adopt-a-thon
8:00am / La Plata County Humane Society
Join us on the first weekend of June to celebrate saving lives of homeless animals! For the Adopt-a-thon our goal is to find as many homes for the dogs...
Firkin Friday
3:00pm / Steamworks Brewing Co.
“Happy Days” are here again, as Steamworks’ brewers have imagined the brew that the Fonz’s squeeze Pinky Tuscadero would have...
Jelly Bellys
6:00pm / Wild Horse Saloon
Jelly Bellys perform at the Wild Horse Saloon.
Diamond Belle Gunfights
7:00pm / Strater Hotel
Old fashion gunfights outside the Strater Hotel.
Little Sister Band
7:00pm / Derailed Saloon
Little Sister Band performs at Derailed Saloon.
First Frday w/ Marinade & live visual artist
9:30pm / The Summit
Marinade calls itself a “juicy” band that gets fans moving to the beat. Members of the local quintet — which travels from show to show in a sparkly,...
 Saturday, June 2nd
10th Annual Adopt-a-thon
8:00am / La Plata County Humane Society
Join us on the first weekend of June to celebrate saving lives of homeless animals! For the Adopt-a-thon our goal is to find as many homes for the dogs...
The Hunter
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
In The Hunter, Willem Dafoe plays a mercenary sent to Tasmania by a mysterious European biotech company. Once there, he's supposed to hunt a rare tiger...
Durango Blues Train
5:45pm / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad and the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival present the 2nd Annual Durango Blues Train this June 2, 2012. This...
Wild Country
6:00pm / Wild Horse Saloon
Wild Country perform at the Wild Horse Saloon.
Comedy Night
6:30pm / Abbey Theatre
Marc Yafee and Adam Stone perform
43rd Annual Barbershop Harmony Show
7:00pm / Smiley Building
The Durango Barbershop Quartet presents the 43rd annual Barbershop Harmony Show Saturday at the Smiley Auditorium. The show starts at 7 and will feature...
Tab Benoit
8:00pm / Abbey Theatre
Tab Benoit performs at the Abbey
 Sunday, June 3rd
Traditional Irish Music Jam Session
12:30pm / The Irish Embassy Pub
Performers sing and play traditional songs and tunes from the Irish, English and Scottish traditions, using instruments such as the fiddle, accordion,...
Summer of Sundays Music on the Lawn
1:00pm / Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs
Summer Music on the Lawn welcomes Freeplay at Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs.   Join us this Sunday for a fabulous performance from...
Circles
3:00pm / St. Mark's Episcopal Church
The Durango Women's Choir is joined by the Santa Fe Women's Ensemble for a beautiful concert of works celebrating wit, wisdom, and worship. This performance...
The Hunter
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
In The Hunter, Willem Dafoe plays a mercenary sent to Tasmania by a mysterious European biotech company. Once there, he's supposed to hunt a rare tiger...
 Monday, June 4th
Diamond Belle Gunfights
7:00pm / Strater Hotel
Old fashion gunfights outside the Strater Hotel.
 Tuesday, June 5th
Venus Viewing Party
4:00pm / Durango Discovery Museum
The Durango Discovery Museum is hosting a Venus Transit viewing event on Tuesday June 5th from 4-8 pm. Solar telescopes will be set-up and guest speakers...
The Hunter
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
In The Hunter, Willem Dafoe plays a mercenary sent to Tasmania by a mysterious European biotech company. Once there, he's supposed to hunt a rare tiger...
 Wednesday, June 6th
The Hunter
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
In The Hunter, Willem Dafoe plays a mercenary sent to Tasmania by a mysterious European biotech company. Once there, he's supposed to hunt a rare tiger...
Diamond Belle Gunfights
7:00pm / Strater Hotel
Old fashion gunfights outside the Strater Hotel.
 Thursday, June 7th
The Hunter
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
In The Hunter, Willem Dafoe plays a mercenary sent to Tasmania by a mysterious European biotech company. Once there, he's supposed to hunt a rare tiger...
Comedy Night
7:00pm / Abbey Theatre
Keith Lenart and Adam London perform
A Dub Rock Band
9:30pm / The Summit
HIGH UP IN THE SAN JUAN MOUNTAINS OF COLORADO, WHERE THE AIR IS THIN AND THE ROCK FORMATIONS ARE MAJESTIC, WHERE THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF EARTH PROJECTS THE...
 Friday, June 8th
Animas River Days
6:00pm / Santa Rita Park / Various Locations
Annual Celebration of Durango's River   Kayak slalom race  Downriver race  Kayak and inflatable rodeos  Boatercross  Up-Down...
Trout Unlimited Annual Banquet
6:30pm / Durango Discovery Museum
The Five Rivers chapter of Trout Unlimited will hold its annual banquet and silent auction Friday at 6:30 p.m. at the Durango Discovery Museum. Tickets...
Diamond Belle Saloon Gunfights
7:00pm / Strater Hotel
Old fashion gunfights outside the Strater Hotel.
Otter 501
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
A storm grows, a sea otter pup is separated from her mother, and a young woman bound for adventure blows in to town. On a wild and windswept beach these...
Dj Ralpsta & friends
9:30pm / The Summit
For the last eleven years Ralph5ta has been on both sides of the industry- as a producer he incorporates more of a feeling from music, not so much as from...
 Saturday, June 9th
Animas River Days
8:00am / Santa Rita Park / Various Locations
Annual Celebration of Durango's River   Kayak slalom race  Downriver race  Kayak and inflatable rodeos  Boatercross  Up-Down...
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Sale
9:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory will have a sale at the La Plata Country Fair Grounds.
Greenmount Cemetery Tour
10:30am / Greenmount Cemetery
Join us at Greenmount Cemetery for a tour of the Catholic section of the cemetery. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle as we hear the stories...
Otter 501
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
A storm grows, a sea otter pup is separated from her mother, and a young woman bound for adventure blows in to town. On a wild and windswept beach these...
Otter 501
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
A storm grows, a sea otter pup is separated from her mother, and a young woman bound for adventure blows in to town. On a wild and windswept beach these...
Strange Jerome
9:30pm / The Summit
Seattle based Strange Jerome combines the right amount of grit and edge with dynamic harmonies and gripping melodies. By blending alternative country,...
 Sunday, June 10th
Animas River Days
8:00am / Santa Rita Park / Various Locations
Annual Celebration of Durango's River   Kayak slalom race  Downriver race  Kayak and inflatable rodeos  Boatercross  Up-Down...
Traditional Irish Music Jam Session
12:30pm / The Irish Embassy Pub
Performers sing and play traditional songs and tunes from the Irish, English and Scottish traditions, using instruments such as the fiddle, accordion,...
Summer of Sundays Music on the Lawn
1:00pm / Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs
Summer Music on the Lawn welcomes Ashley and Caitlin at Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs.   Join us this Sunday for a fabulous performance...
Otter 501
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
A storm grows, a sea otter pup is separated from her mother, and a young woman bound for adventure blows in to town. On a wild and windswept beach these...
Otter 501
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
A storm grows, a sea otter pup is separated from her mother, and a young woman bound for adventure blows in to town. On a wild and windswept beach these...
 Monday, June 11th
Otter 501
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
A storm grows, a sea otter pup is separated from her mother, and a young woman bound for adventure blows in to town. On a wild and windswept beach these...
Diamond Belle Saloon Gunfights
7:00pm / Strater Hotel
Old fashion gunfights outside the Strater Hotel.
 Tuesday, June 12th
Otter 501
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
A storm grows, a sea otter pup is separated from her mother, and a young woman bound for adventure blows in to town. On a wild and windswept beach these...
 Wednesday, June 13th
Darryl Purpose
4:00pm / Rochester Hotel
The Rochester Hotel hosts a happy hour concert in the courtyard. Stop on by and enjoy light snacks and signature cocktails. Happy Hour starts at 4:00...
Otter 501
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
A storm grows, a sea otter pup is separated from her mother, and a young woman bound for adventure blows in to town. On a wild and windswept beach these...
Diamond Belle Saloon Gunfights
7:00pm / Strater Hotel
Old fashion gunfights outside the Strater Hotel.
 Thursday, June 14th
Otter 501
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
A storm grows, a sea otter pup is separated from her mother, and a young woman bound for adventure blows in to town. On a wild and windswept beach these...
 Friday, June 15th
Dinosaur Train
10:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Join us for the inaugural year the D&SNG will host this new event! Based on the hit PBS Kids Television series, Jim Henson's Dinosaur Trainâ„¢, you...
Hammers and High Heels
6:00pm / La Plata County Fairgrounds
Kick up your heels, leave the tool belts at home and join us for this social evening of builder's networking! Friday, June 15th from 6-9pm. Live music,...
Fools Gold
6:00pm / Wild Horse Saloon
Fools Gold performs at the Wild Horse Saloon.
Beehive, the '60s Musical
8:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Theater
Don’t miss the 1960’s summer extravaganza at the Durango Arts Center. Beehive the ‘60s musical, by Larry Gallagher, will open Friday,...
Aftergrass
9:30pm / The Summit
In the wilds of Southwest Colorado, 5 feral children crawled out of the dusty forest and began hitting each other with broken boughs. This hitting eventually...
 Saturday, June 16th
Durango Farmers Market
8:00am / First National Bank
The Durango Farmers Market is from 8am to 12noon every Saturday. We are located at the First National Bank parking lot, on 8th street between Main and...
Durango Old Car Expo
9:00am / Main Avenue
The Durango Old Car Club presents the 2012 Durango Motor Expo, Saturday June 16th on Main Avenue between College Drive and 10th Street from 9-3. The event...
Canines for the Cure
9:00am / Santa Rita Park
A day of activities will be offered at Santa Rita Park, courtesy of Canines for a Cure. Schedule of events include:   Registration: 9-10am   Dog...
Daddy Fest 2012
10:00am / Downtown Durango
The eighth annual celebration of dads will be a maker's + tinkerer's playground. Mark your calendar for June 16, 2012, become a sponsor, and bring the...
Dinosaur Train
10:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Join us for the inaugural year the D&SNG will host this new event! Based on the hit PBS Kids Television series, Jim Henson's Dinosaur Trainâ„¢, you...
The Island President
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Jon Shenk’s The Island President is the story of President Mohamed Nasheed of the Maldives, a man confronting a problem greater than any other world...
Largo
6:00pm / Wild Horse Saloon
Largo performs at the Wild Horse Saloon.
The Island President
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Jon Shenk’s The Island President is the story of President Mohamed Nasheed of the Maldives, a man confronting a problem greater than any other world...
Beehive, the '60s Musical
8:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Theater
Don’t miss the 1960’s summer extravaganza at the Durango Arts Center. Beehive the ‘60s musical, by Larry Gallagher, will open Friday,...
The Great Funktier
9:30pm / The Summit
Most bands have a really interesting, slightly funny story about how they got their start and found their sound. We don't. In November of 2010, the four...
 Sunday, June 17th
Dinosaur Train
10:00am / Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Join us for the inaugural year the D&SNG will host this new event! Based on the hit PBS Kids Television series, Jim Henson's Dinosaur Trainâ„¢, you...
Traditional Irish Music Jam Session
12:30pm / The Irish Embassy Pub
Performers sing and play traditional songs and tunes from the Irish, English and Scottish traditions, using instruments such as the fiddle, accordion,...
Summer of Sundays Music on the Lawn
1:00pm / Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs
Summer Music on the Lawn welcomes The Assortments at Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs.   Join us this Sunday for a fabulous performance...
The Island President
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Jon Shenk’s The Island President is the story of President Mohamed Nasheed of the Maldives, a man confronting a problem greater than any other world...
The Island President
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Jon Shenk’s The Island President is the story of President Mohamed Nasheed of the Maldives, a man confronting a problem greater than any other world...
 Monday, June 18th
The Island President
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Jon Shenk’s The Island President is the story of President Mohamed Nasheed of the Maldives, a man confronting a problem greater than any other world...
 Tuesday, June 19th
The Island President
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Jon Shenk’s The Island President is the story of President Mohamed Nasheed of the Maldives, a man confronting a problem greater than any other world...
 Wednesday, June 20th
Wayward Vessel
4:00pm / Rochester Hotel Courtyard
The Rochester Hotel hosts a happy hour concert in the courtyard. Stop on by and enjoy light snacks and signature cocktails. Happy Hour starts at 4:00...
The Island President
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Jon Shenk’s The Island President is the story of President Mohamed Nasheed of the Maldives, a man confronting a problem greater than any other world...
 Thursday, June 21st
Third Time Charmed
6:00pm / Wild Horse Saloon
Third Time Charmed performs at the Wild Horse Saloon.
The Island President
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
Jon Shenk’s The Island President is the story of President Mohamed Nasheed of the Maldives, a man confronting a problem greater than any other world...
Bump The System: One Year Anniversary
9:30pm / The Summit
We got some of our favorite DJ's from the past year of BTS shows to come celebrate our ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!!
 Friday, June 22nd
Movin' On
6:00pm / Wild Horse Saloon
Movin' On performs at the Wild Horse Saloon.
Wish Me Away
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
After a lifetime of hiding, Chely Wright becomes the first commercial country music singer to come out as gay, shattering cultural stereotypes within Nashville,...
Beehive, the '60s Musical
8:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Theater
Don’t miss the 1960’s summer extravaganza at the Durango Arts Center. Beehive the ‘60s musical, by Larry Gallagher, will open Friday,...
D-Funk't
9:30pm / The Summit
D-Funk't is a all new FRESH, dance Funk band with a hard rock edge. This is the main differents between a straight funk band and ours, we throw down hard...
 Saturday, June 23rd
Annual Building Supply Yard Sale
8:00am / Three Springs Plaza
Bring your truck and trailers and get ready to haul off some fantastic deals.
Durango Farmers Market
8:00am / First National Bank
The Durango Farmers Market is from 8am to 12noon every Saturday. We are located at the First National Bank parking lot, on 8th street between Main and...
Hummingbird Festival
10:00am / For the Birds, Durango's Own Nature Shop
Hummingbird Festival at For the Birds, Saturday, June 23 – Join the folks at For the Birds for a variety of activities throughout the day, including: 10...
Wish Me Away
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
After a lifetime of hiding, Chely Wright becomes the first commercial country music singer to come out as gay, shattering cultural stereotypes within Nashville,...
7th Annual Wine and Music Fest
6:00pm / Durango Discovery Museum
Alternative Horizons 7th Annual Wine and Music Fest takes place at the Durango Discovery Museum Saturday from 6 to 9. The evening includes a wine tasting,...
Movin' On
6:00pm / Wild Horse Saloon
Movin' On performs at the Wild Horse Saloon.
Wish Me Away
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
After a lifetime of hiding, Chely Wright becomes the first commercial country music singer to come out as gay, shattering cultural stereotypes within Nashville,...
Beehive, the '60s Musical
8:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Theater
Don’t miss the 1960’s summer extravaganza at the Durango Arts Center. Beehive the ‘60s musical, by Larry Gallagher, will open Friday,...
J.P. Harris and The Tough Choices
9:30pm / The Summit
You thought country music ain't what it used to be. Think again. J.P. Harris and The Tough Choices have been resurrecting the ghosts of a time when real,...
 Sunday, June 24th
Traditional Irish Music Jam Session
12:30pm / The Irish Embassy Pub
Performers sing and play traditional songs and tunes from the Irish, English and Scottish traditions, using instruments such as the fiddle, accordion,...
Summer of Sundays Music on the Lawn
1:00pm / Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs
Summer Music on the Lawn welcomes Katrina and Cook at Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs.   Join us this Sunday for a fabulous performance...
Wish Me Away
4:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
After a lifetime of hiding, Chely Wright becomes the first commercial country music singer to come out as gay, shattering cultural stereotypes within Nashville,...
Wish Me Away
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
After a lifetime of hiding, Chely Wright becomes the first commercial country music singer to come out as gay, shattering cultural stereotypes within Nashville,...
 Monday, June 25th
Wish Me Away
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
After a lifetime of hiding, Chely Wright becomes the first commercial country music singer to come out as gay, shattering cultural stereotypes within Nashville,...
 Tuesday, June 26th
Maria's Bookshop Presents Terry Tempest Williams
6:30pm / Durango Arts Center - Theater
In celebration of her new book, "When Women Were Birds: Fifty-Four Variations on Voice," Maria’s Bookshop will host a special event in the DAC theater...
Wish Me Away
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
After a lifetime of hiding, Chely Wright becomes the first commercial country music singer to come out as gay, shattering cultural stereotypes within Nashville,...
 Wednesday, June 27th
Bruce Mandel
4:00pm / Rochester Hotel Courtyard
The Rochester Hotel hosts a happy hour concert in the courtyard. Stop on by and enjoy light snacks and signature cocktails. Happy Hour starts at 4:00...
Catlin Cannon
6:00pm / Derailed Saloon
Catlin Cannon performs at Derailed Saloon.
Dave Luna
6:00pm / Derailed Saloon
Dave Luna performs at Derailed Saloon.
Wish Me Away
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
After a lifetime of hiding, Chely Wright becomes the first commercial country music singer to come out as gay, shattering cultural stereotypes within Nashville,...
 Thursday, June 28th
High Rollers with Special Guest
6:00pm / Wild Horse Saloon
High Rollers with Special Gues perform at the Wild Horse Saloon.
Music on the Lawn
6:30pm / Trimble Spa and Natural Hot Springs
Singer-songwriter Jill Holly will deliver a solo performance between the pools at 6:30 pm this Thursday June 28 at Trimble Hot Springs. Jill's performance...
Wish Me Away
7:00pm / The Back Space Theatre
After a lifetime of hiding, Chely Wright becomes the first commercial country music singer to come out as gay, shattering cultural stereotypes within Nashville,...
Old North State
9:30pm / The Summit
The Coast Into Summer Tour: Old North State w/ Rookie of The Year, Eryn Woods and Challanger The Brothers Wray know hard work, dedication, and determination...
 Friday, June 29th
Fun In the Sun Arts & Crafts Show
10:00am / Buckley Park
Fun In the Sun Arts & Crafts Show
High Rollers with Special Guest
6:00pm / Wild Horse Saloon
High Rollers with Special Gues perform at the Wild Horse Saloon.
Three Springs Plaza Pics
7:00pm / Three Springs Plaza
A Poker Walk with FANTASTIC PRIZES and FREE OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT!   Come early and walk the short route to great locations, get cards and play...
Beehive, the '60s Musical
8:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Theater
Don’t miss the 1960’s summer extravaganza at the Durango Arts Center. Beehive the ‘60s musical, by Larry Gallagher, will open Friday,...
D.Bess w/ Eric Kiefer
9:30pm / The Summit
These days D. Bess rocks face by utilizing the best in modern technology to perform all of his beats, bass and funk LIVE! Using a cajon as his seat and...
 Saturday, June 30th
Meet The Trucks
10:00am / La Plata County Fairgrounds
This event benefits Skills for Living and Learning, a local non-profit organization that offers several programs for children to ensure their success at...
Fun In the Sun Arts & Crafts Show
10:00am / Buckley Park
Fun In the Sun Arts & Crafts Show
Night Owl
6:00pm / Wild Horse Saloon
Night Owl performs at the Wild Horse Saloon.
Beehive, the '60s Musical
8:00pm / Durango Arts Center - Theater
Don’t miss the 1960’s summer extravaganza at the Durango Arts Center. Beehive the ‘60s musical, by Larry Gallagher, will open Friday,...
Rob Wester
8:30pm / Derailed Saloon
Rob Wester performs at Derailed Saloon.
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