Downtown Durango Blog

Events not to miss on Halloween!

Tuesday, October 30, 2018

Here are a few fun events happening in Downtown Durango on Halloween!

Spooktacular Halloween party at Supernova Furniture Durango from 10-6pm. An old-fashioned Halloween party that includes a costume contest, pumpkin decorating, bouncy house, face painting and more. Free to all kids of all ages. Food, beverages and spooktacular savings on select items. FOr more information click here.
Children’s Halloween Event, Downtown Durango from 4-6pm. Over 80 merchants will be giving out treats to kids 10 and under. Check out a full list of participating merchants here
Trunk or Treat with Police, Firefighters and CDOT in Downtown Durango from 4-6pm. Kids will be able to explore safety vehicles, tour the haunted mobile command unit and visit with officers. Here is where they will be located: the Durango Police Department will be at 10^th and Main Avenue, Durango Fire and Rescue will be at 9^th and Main Avenue, The La Plata County Sheriff’s office will be at 8^th and Main Avenue, and Colorado State patrol and Colorado Department of Transportation will be at 7^th and Main Avenue.
Nightmare on Elks Street Haunted House, Durango Elks Lodge at 6pm-10pm. Check out the Haunted House at the Elks lodge. Not recommended for young children. Adults are $7. Click here for more information.
Rocky Horror Show, Henry Strater Theatre, 7-12am. The Rocky Horror is back and better than ever! For tickets and more information please visit: https://henrystratertheatre.com/
For more events visit https://www.downtowndurango.org/events

Don't Miss the Animas Valley Balloon Rally!

Wednesday, October 10, 2018

The Animas Valley Balloon Rally is back with events taking place Friday October 19 and Saturday October 21. All events are free to the public and offer a great opportunity to get up close to the beautiful balloons. First event takes place on Friday, October 19 with the Downtown Balloon Glow on the 500 block of Main Avenue. - READ MORE

Top 10 things you should know before you go to the San Juan Brewfest 2018

Thursday, August 16, 2018

The San Juan Brewfest is the biggest and best beer festival in the Four Corners. 50 breweries, three live bands, and lots of fun! It's a great benefit for United Way of Southwest Colorado and an event not to be missed. All the details are at SanJuanBrewfest.com. Date is Saturday August 25, 1 to 5 pm, and we'll be at Buckley Park in Historic Downtown Durango. Here are our top 10 things you should know before you go. - READ MORE

It's the La Plata County Fair! Great Tips plus Events not to miss!

Wednesday, August 08, 2018

The La Plata County Fair is five days of fun. Here are some tips to make your "Fair Experience" the best ever: - READ MORE

Top 10 Events for August

Tuesday, July 31, 2018

Durango's event calendar is always pretty full with activities every day of the week. Here is a highlight of Top 10 events coming in August to mark on your calendar. - READ MORE

Top 10 Events in July

Tuesday, July 10, 2018

The July calendar is packed full with some amazing events. Check out our top 10 events not to miss this month. There are many more fantastic events happening this month so be sure to check out our calendar at www.DowntownDurango.org or www.whatshappeningdurango.com - READ MORE

Summer guide for things to do with Kids.

Monday, June 04, 2018

Durango offers an array of events that are fun for the whole family. We have put together a list of some family friendly events that you won't want to miss this summer. And for more great ideas check out our activities list for some great options the kids are sure to love! - READ MORE

Top 10 Events in June!

Friday, June 01, 2018

The June calendar is packed full with some amazing events. Check out our top 10 events not to miss this month. - READ MORE

Tim's Top Ten Tips for the Taste!

Wednesday, May 16, 2018

I have been to the Taste of Durango every year for over 10 years. It is a favorite event for my family, and we never miss it. It�s also a great way to really kick off the event season in Downtown Durango. Here are Tim�s Top Ten Tips for the Taste! - READ MORE

Mother's Day shopping guide

Monday, May 07, 2018

Looking for a special gift for Mom? Look no further than Downtown Durango. Our many galleries, gift shops and specialty boutiques offer lots of unique items for your mom for Mother's Day. All of these items can be found on our online shopping guide: http://www.downtowndurango.org/mothers-day-gifts. - READ MORE

Top 10 Events for May!

Monday, April 30, 2018

Durango's event calendar is always pretty full with activities every day of the week. This month the calendar has some really fantastic events you won't want to miss, so mark your calendar and share this with your friends. Here is a highlight of the top 10 events in May. - READ MORE

10 Events not to miss in April.

Friday, April 06, 2018

Durango's event calendar is always pretty full with activities every day of the week. Here is a highlight of the top 10 events in April that you need to mark on your calendar. - READ MORE

10 Events not to miss in February

Monday, February 05, 2018

Durango's event calendar is always pretty full with activities every day of the week. Here is a highlight of the top 10 events in February that you need to mark on your calendar. - READ MORE

Snowdown Events you don't want to miss!

Tuesday, January 30, 2018

Snowdown Events you don't want to miss! There are so many fantastic events to choose from during the week of Snowdown. We put together a list of some of our favorites. Be a participant or just go and watch, there is something for everyone! - READ MORE

Snowdown Kid-friendly Events

Thursday, January 25, 2018

Kids can have loads of fun during Snowdown at many family-friendly events. For a full list of activities, visit Snowdown.org, or pick up an official Snowdown guide at Magpie's Newsstand or other locations Downtown. Here are some of best kid friendly activities you don't want to miss! - READ MORE

Durango lights up the holidays!

Wednesday, December 13, 2017

Looking for cool lighting displays? Look no further than Downtown and Uptown Durango. Durango is ready for the holidays! More than 35 merchants are participating in the Durango Business Improvement District's Holiday Decorating Contest, and we need YOU to vote for your favorites on our Facebook page. - READ MORE

Top 10 Holiday Events in Durango

Monday, November 20, 2017

Durango rings in the holiday season with many fantastic events- something for everyone to help inspire the holiday spirit. Our Top 10 holiday events take place from late November into December. And for more events, make sure to check our calendar at DowntownDurango.org. - READ MORE

Top 10 Events for November

Wednesday, November 01, 2017

November is packed with some fantastic events! Check out our Top 10 events for this month. There are many more fantastic events happening in November, so be sure to also review our calendar at DowntownDurango.org. - READ MORE

Don't Miss the Animas Valley Balloon Rally!

Monday, October 16, 2017

The Animas Valley Balloon Rally is back with events taking place Friday October 20 and Saturday October 21. All events are free to the public and offer a great opportunity to get up close to the beautiful balloons. - READ MORE

Spooktacular Fall in Downtown Durango

Monday, October 16, 2017

Fall is in the air! The leaves are changing and the weather is getting cooler. It�s a beautiful time to come Downtown to enjoy some autumn activities and do some shopping along the way. We put together a shopping and activities guide just in time for Halloween. - READ MORE

Durango's Top Shelf Happy Hours

Monday, October 09, 2017

Durango is known for the endless outdoor activities, community involvement, and a thriving tourism industry. At the end of the day, it's nice to be able to kick back and bask in all that is Durango. Why not throw in a deal or two? The Durango gastronomy scene caters to a wide audience, and many establishments boast unique specials and discounts in that window of opportunity aptly named the "Happy Hour." With all the options out there, I took it upon myself to explore the different offerings in order to learn something new about our town, and met friends along the way. - READ MORE

Top 10 events not to miss in October

Thursday, September 28, 2017

Durango’s event calendar is always pretty full with activities every day of the week. Here is a highlight of Top 10 events coming in October to mark on your calendar. - READ MORE

Check out the 23rd annual Autumn Arts Festival this weekend!

Tuesday, September 12, 2017

The 23rd annual Autumn Arts Festival kicks off this weekend, featuring over 100 artists and artisans throughout the country. It’s one of the best fall events, and is not to be missed with something for everyone! This fun fall event includes live music, food and special activity station for the kids. Best of all it’s a free event open to everyone! Here are a couple key things you should know when you are heading down to the festival this weekend. - READ MORE

10 events not to miss in September

Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Durango’s event calendar is always pretty full with activities every day of the week. Here is a highlight of the top 10 events coming in September that you need to mark on your calendar. - READ MORE

Top 10 things you should know before you go to the San Juan Brewfest

Monday, August 21, 2017

The San Juan Brewfest is the biggest and best beer festival in the Four Corners. 50 breweries, two live bands, and lots of fun! It’s a great benefit for United Way of Southwest Colorado and an event not to be missed. All the details are at SanJuanBrewfest.com. Here are our top 10 things you should know before you go this weekend. - READ MORE

Five best spots to dine with your pooch in Durango

Thursday, August 17, 2017

Durango is a dog-lovers’ haven, and that includes great restaurants where you can dine out with your furry friend. No need to take your buddy home after a long day before enjoying and adult beverage or a meal out! Here are some hot spots to remember the next time you are Downtown with your dog. - READ MORE

Labor Day Weekend in Downtown Durango

Monday, August 14, 2017

Labor Day Weekend in Downtown Durango - READ MORE

Top 7 events happening in Durango in August!

Wednesday, August 09, 2017

Durango’s event calendar is always pretty full with activities every day of the week. Here is a highlight of the top 7 events coming in August that you need to mark on your calendar. - READ MORE

Top 10 things NOT TO MISS when visiting Durango.

Tuesday, August 08, 2017

Durango has something for everyone throughout the year, but to get you started on an exciting exploration of our town, here’s a list of the top 10 things not to miss during your visit to Durango. - READ MORE

Durango Restaurant Guide made easy

Tuesday, August 08, 2017

Durango has more fantastic restaurants per capita than San Francisco! Whatever tastes are tempting you, we probably have it. From fine dining to a casual night out, to kid-friendly establishments, here’s a primer to get you started during your visit to Durango. - READ MORE

San Juan Brewfest Celebrates 19 Years!

Monday, July 24, 2017

The San Juan Brewfest is the premier beer festival in the Four Corners! - READ MORE