Durango Area Events Calendar

Join United Rentals in Durango, CO for its Spring Used Equipment Sale on March 23rd. Get the high quality, expertly maintained equipment you need such as scissor lifts, boom lifts, skid steers, forklifts and more.

Join us as author Shelley Read shares from her debut novel, Go As A River. Set amid the beauty and wilderness of the Colorado mountains, an unforgettable and deeply moving story of a young woman who follows her heart.Seventeen-year-old Victoria Nash runs the household on her family's peach farm in the small ranch town of Iola, Colorado--the sole surviving female in a family of troubled men. Wilson Moon is a young drifter with a mysterious past, displaced from his tribal land but determined to live as he chooses.Victoria encounters Wil by chance on a street corner, profoundly altering both of their young lives, unknowingly igniting as much passion as danger. When tragedy strikes, Victoria leaves the only life she has ever known, fleeing into the nearby mountains. Taking shelter in a small hut, she struggles to survive in the wilderness, with no clear notion of what her future will bring. As the seasons change, she also charts the changes in herself, finding in the natural world the strength and meaning that sets her on a quest to regain all that she has lost, even as the Gunnison River rises to submerge her homeland--its ranches, farms, and the beloved peach orchard that has been in her family for generations.Inspired by true events surrounding the destruction of the town of Iola in the 1960s, Go as a River is a story of deeply held love in the midst of hardship and loss, but also of finding courage, resilience, friendship, and, finally, home--where least expected. This stunning debut explores what it means to lead your life as if it were a river--gathering and flowing, finding a way forward even when a river is dammed.

Shelley Read is a fifth generation Coloradoan who lives with her family in the Elk Mountains of the Western Slope. She was a Senior Lecturer at Western Colorado University for nearly three decades, where she taught writing, literature, environmental studies, and Honors, and was a founder of the Environment & Sustainability major and a support program for first-generation and at-risk students. Shelley holds degrees in writing and literary studies from the University of Denver and Temple University's Graduate Program in Creative Writing. She is a regular contributor to Crested Butte Magazine and Gunnison Valley Journal, and has written for the Denver Post and a variety of publications.

The Pine River Library is proud to be hosting an exhibition of art by Bayfield High Schoolers from the classroom of Kathleen Neal. The multimedia works of over 30 artists will be on display until the end of the March, with a special artists’ reception on Thursday, March 9 from 5:30-6:30 PM.

For more information call the library at 970-884-2222 ext. 1.

SJMA's Spring Break Camp will spend the days outdoors exploring the mountains, rivers, ecosystems, and ancestral ways of life of the southwest.

Enjoy 25% off all WYLD products during the month of March! Stop by Sante and enjoy some sweet savings.

Save 25% on all Bonanza products during the month of March, stop by Sante and enjoy the savings.

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River while relaxing in heated coaches. Cascade Canyon is a destination like no other and is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities or a walk along the Animas River during your 60-minute layover. Spanning 26 miles each way, this 5.25 hour round trip experience is offered on select dates from November 19 through May 5.

30% OFF while supplies last

Need a break from lunch? Come by 11th Street Station for some fresh air, food and a drink. Between 11am and 1pm receive $1 off Lo-Octanes & Mocktails. Or just splurge for that lunch drink, you've been working hard all day after all.

$1 OFF
- Draft Beers
- Cocktails on Tap
- Wells

Because once a day is not enough!

Specialty Mules - $5
Chardonnay or Rose - $5
Homemade Bar Snacks - $3

Get in here ... you know you want to!

Humanity for Homelessness SW Colorado is a public forum over 3-days in March 2023 where you will hear the Voices of Lived-Experiences.

Their journeys span over decades of surviving the traumas of which many of us arent aware, until they share their stories.
Listen to their remarkable journeys in recovery from drug and alcohol addictions changes our perspectives.
Community Compassion Outreach and its partners are working to make homelessness in Southwest Colorado rare, brief when it occurs, and to make sure that no one gets left behind.

Change of attitudes toward someone different than ourselves is to realize the humanity of an unhoused person.

$6 Draft Beer + Shot

Industry Specials and Late-Nite Happy Hours

We’re stoked to host this a Slalom, Giant Slalom and Super G race event.

Thursday is the sanctioned training day.
Friday is the Super G race day on Upper Hades
Saturday is a Giant Slalom race on Deadspike and
Sunday is the Slalom race, also down Deadspike

This event is open to USSA competitors of all ages.

These races are great for spectating and watching the competition unfold.

Revel in Play: seize the moment features all new abstract paintings by Durango local artist, Heather Freeman. The opening reception is Friday, January 27th 5-8pm at Stillwater Music’s new art and performance venue. This event is in partnership with Durango Creative District’s Incubator for Emerging Artists and is available for viewing from January 27 - March 31, 2023.

In honor of Irish traditional music, On The Lash creates timeless sounds through original voices.
With new takes on classic songs and original constructions of established standards, OTL aims
to explore the inherent energy and versatility of the genre. Getting their start playing in the
nationally recognized folk band The Founding, this compact ensemble delivers a high caliber
performance worthy of the big stage. During their time in The Founding these musicians have
traveled coast to coast, performing at the Yachats Celtic Festival in Oregon, the Austin Celtic
Festival, the Boston Irish Festival, the Michigan Irish Music Festival, and many more. Now,
within On The Lash’s first year on stage, they will be making appearances across the Midwest
and beyond at venues in MI, IN, PA, DE, MD, and VA. Their recorded works include The
Founding’s award-winning album Form. (2017), as well OTL’s new single Dog in the Distance
(2022)

Animas City Theatre Presents
Daniel Rodriguez
Thursday March 24th
21+ / Doors 7:00pm / Show 8:00pm
Tickets on sale online Friday January 20th at 10:00am MT

Daniel Rodriguez
“A timeless voice, deep and hearty, weathered but comforting.” - Boulder Weekly
Daniel Rodriguez is a singer-songwriter from Lyons, Colorado. He was a founding member of the band Elephant Revival, and in 2019 he began touring under his own name and released his first EP, ‘Your Heart The Stars The Milky Way’ (2019).
“It’s just got something that you want to hear again, something healing and good at its core. Do yourself a favor and play the whole EP, and do that again. And again.”
Wesley Schultz (Lumineers)
Daniel Rodriguez tours as a trio or quartet and is booked for an exciting 2020 with both headlining and support tours. His first full album, ‘Sojourn of the Burning Sun,’ is set for Summer 2020 release.

Jack Cloonan has been playing music for as long as he can remember, having learned it from his grandfather in Chicago. For the past five years, Jack has been professionally touring though out this country as well as many others including India, Ireland, Switzerland, France, and many more.
Since graduating Fort Lewis College in 2015, Jack has released one studio album, with another one set to release this year. On top of that, a UK tour is planned for April followed by some world class festivals such as Tico Time Bluegrass Fest and Summer Camp Music Festival. Keep and eye out this year for more dates and music as Jack blends bluegrass, blues, folk, Celtic, and many more genres to create his own unique sound and style.

Celebrating 14 years together as a band, Celtic-American Roots music “super group”, RUNA,
continues to push the boundaries of Irish folk music into the Americana and roots music
formats. Interweaving the haunting melodies and exuberant tunes of Ireland and Scotland with
the lush harmonies and intoxicating rhythms of jazz, bluegrass, flamenco and blues, they offer a
thrilling and redefining take on traditional music. Seeking to preserve and continue a traditional
culture in a modern age, RUNA creates the backbone of its signature roots sound from the
musical and geographical diversity of its individually established band members. Their strive for
excellence and creativity blazes a trail for the future of folk music, earning them the reputation
as one of the most innovative Irish folk groups of this generation.

Late night session hosted by The Jeremiahs and Téada

The Pine River Library is proud to be hosting an exhibition of art by Bayfield High Schoolers from the classroom of Kathleen Neal. The multimedia works of over 30 artists will be on display until the end of the March, with a special artists’ reception on Thursday, March 9 from 5:30-6:30 PM.

For more information call the library at 970-884-2222 ext. 1.

SJMA's Spring Break Camp will spend the days outdoors exploring the mountains, rivers, ecosystems, and ancestral ways of life of the southwest.

Enjoy 25% off all WYLD products during the month of March! Stop by Sante and enjoy some sweet savings.

Save 25% on all Bonanza products during the month of March, stop by Sante and enjoy the savings.

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River while relaxing in heated coaches. Cascade Canyon is a destination like no other and is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities or a walk along the Animas River during your 60-minute layover. Spanning 26 miles each way, this 5.25 hour round trip experience is offered on select dates from November 19 through May 5.

30% OFF while supplies last

Need a break from lunch? Come by 11th Street Station for some fresh air, food and a drink. Between 11am and 1pm receive $1 off Lo-Octanes & Mocktails. Or just splurge for that lunch drink, you've been working hard all day after all.

$1 OFF
- Draft Beers
- Cocktails on Tap
- Wells

Because once a day is not enough!

Specialty Mules - $5
Chardonnay or Rose - $5
Homemade Bar Snacks - $3

Get in here ... you know you want to!

$6 Draft Beer + Shot

Industry Specials and Late-Nite Happy Hours

We’re stoked to host this a Slalom, Giant Slalom and Super G race event.

Thursday is the sanctioned training day.
Friday is the Super G race day on Upper Hades
Saturday is a Giant Slalom race on Deadspike and
Sunday is the Slalom race, also down Deadspike

This event is open to USSA competitors of all ages.

These races are great for spectating and watching the competition unfold.

Revel in Play: seize the moment features all new abstract paintings by Durango local artist, Heather Freeman. The opening reception is Friday, January 27th 5-8pm at Stillwater Music’s new art and performance venue. This event is in partnership with Durango Creative District’s Incubator for Emerging Artists and is available for viewing from January 27 - March 31, 2023.

This concealed carry class fulfills the training requirements set forth in section 18-12-203 of the Colorado State firearms statute to qualify for a Colorado Concealed Handgun Permit. Class eligibility is determined at the state level and our class is state-approved, therefore all Colorado county sheriffs will honor our course curriculum.

Class Class length: 3 hours
Range time: none
(not required for permit)
What to bring:
Pre-registration ticket or receipt
Something to take notes with
State-issued photo ID
Do NOT bring weapons or ammunition into the classroom
You do not need to own a gun to take this class
Class topics include:
The safe loading, unloading, storage, and carrying of firearms to be concealed
Current laws defining lawful self defense, use of force by private citizens, including use of deadly force, transportation, and concealment.
Pistol operation
Pistol cartridges and components
Ammunition malfunctions
Maintenance and cleaning
Holster selection / concealment techniques

Save the Date and RSVP! Rally season is here and we want to celebrate 120 years of Harley-Davidson with some live music, food, scavenger hunt, tons of giveaways, and prizes including the opportunity to register to win a 2023 H-D Breakout! You can only register if you come to the party so RSVP at the following link and mark your calendars:

https://www.durangoharley.com/--spring-season-opener-rsvp

All attendees will be entered to additionally win a VIP package to the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally valued at over $300 and includes: a free camping spot, two rally passes, and two tickets to the Flat Track Race!

9-5 Doors open, sweepstakes registration, scavenger hunt, prizes

12-2 Free food from the grill on the back patio

1-3 Live music from Yope, San Juan's newest psychadelic/punk/rock band!

The McDonald’s Cardboard Derby at Purgatory Resort is a classic winter competition you won’t want to miss! Build your derby racer out of cardboard and duct tape only, and pilot it down the slopes during one of the most fun days on the mountain!
$15 REGISTER BY NOON THURSDAY 3/23!
$20 if you register day-of

Want to have your first choice in summer camps for your young scientist?! Join as a Powerhouse member today and register a week early Saturday, March 25th. For the first time ever members also gain early access to all @durango.devo bike/science camp offerings

Learn from the Pros at April's Garden about how to create this type of floral arrangement. All the materials - flowers, vase, etc. - are supplied. The Registration fee of $65.00 covers everything for the class, and you'll take home your new creation after the class.

RSVP required by phone 970.247.1633 or email aprilsgardendurango@gmail.com, limited seats available.

Let’s wrap up another epic winter season with one last goggle giveaway with Coors Light! We hope to see you for a big ole cheers up at the Powderhouse on Saturday, March 25th.

Anyone who shows up can get a raffle ticket.
Drawing will occur toward the end of the event.
Cheers!

Téada March 2023 US & Canada Tour
supported by Culture Ireland

Line-up
Oisín Mac Diarmada - fiddle
Seán Gavin - flute / uilleann pipes
Patrick Doocey - guitar
Caitríona Sherlock - vocals

A traditional band with a truly worldwide reach since 2001, Téada has appeared as a frequent headliner at major music festivals throughout the US, Canada, Mexico, Europe, Africa, Russia, the Middle East and Australia.

Téada's latest album - released in May 2022 - on the Gael Linn label marks a high point for the group celebrating 21 years together.

Famed Irish-American actor, producer and musician John C. Reilly – recently named as the International Guest of Honour at the 2022 St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Dublin – features as a special guest vocalist alongside Séamus Begley on this new Téada album, singing the Percy French song 'Eileen Óg'.

March 21st is Rosie the Riveter Day and we will be celebrating with a pop-up exhibit. Come by the Animas Museum on Saturday, March 25th from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. for the "grand opening." We'll be serving coffee and doughnuts in the morning.

The Jeremiahs are an Irish folk band that comprises four musicians who have come together
with the common goal of writing, composing and performing folk songs and music. They have
travelled extensively, bringing their music far and wide and are heralded as a live band not to
be missed. With a wonderful mixture of newly composed songs and tunes in the folk genre and
a well selected catalogue of older folk songs, they are sure to rouse all the emotions. Hailing
from County Dublin is singer Joe Gibney on vocals. On fiddle, viola and vocals is County Cork’s
Niamh Varian-Barry (formerly of Solas). On flutes and whistles is the French born Julien
Bruneteau and on Guitar is Dublin born James Ryan. Winners of the 2015 Best Vocal &
Instrumental Album Live/ IrelandMale Vocalist of the Year 2015 Chicago Irish American
News/Winners of the 2015 Christy Moore Songwriter Showcase/ Winners of the 2013
Ballyshannon Folk Festival Showcase.

Dj Spark Madden will be mixing up variety of House, Techno, Electro, Disco, 80's, 90's & raregrooves!

Late night session hosted by Runa and On the Lash

We live in a world of perpetual motion and change. The 5 Elements Theory of Correspondences recognizes the interrelationship and continual transmutation of Yin and Yang within the perpetual evolutionary cycles of The 5 Elements; Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water. When you are in dynamic 5 Element balance, life is harmonic and flourishes. You respond appropriately to a wide variety of challenges in a way that insures maintaining equilibrium and integrity. Dis-harmony, the failure to adapt to challenges, disrupts your overall equilibrium, creates imbalances and energetic disturbances expressing mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Living in 5 Element Flow honors your unique constitution and offers you tools, techniques and awarenesses to balance the inner process of nurturing the self (yin) with being engaged in the exterior work of the world (yang), being in the world, in your divine sovereignty sharing your unique gifts!
In this interactive class you will:
-Recognize the correspondences and archetypes of each Element
-Learn integrative movements that support the dynamic Yin/Yang balance of each Element
-Experience the Shen; creation/nurturing cycle and Ko; controlling/regulating cycle
-Receive Vibrational Sound Tuning Attunements for each Element
3 Times to choose from: 9:30-11:30 am or 1-3 pm 0r 6-8pm

The Pine River Library is proud to be hosting an exhibition of art by Bayfield High Schoolers from the classroom of Kathleen Neal. The multimedia works of over 30 artists will be on display until the end of the March, with a special artists’ reception on Thursday, March 9 from 5:30-6:30 PM.

For more information call the library at 970-884-2222 ext. 1.

Enjoy 25% off all WYLD products during the month of March! Stop by Sante and enjoy some sweet savings.

Save 25% on all Bonanza products during the month of March, stop by Sante and enjoy the savings.

Departing from the Durango Depot, this excursion takes you up into the Rocky Mountains with incredible views of the San Juan National Forest as you travel alongside the beautiful Animas River while relaxing in heated coaches. Cascade Canyon is a destination like no other and is the perfect setting for a fire-side lunch, photo opportunities or a walk along the Animas River during your 60-minute layover. Spanning 26 miles each way, this 5.25 hour round trip experience is offered on select dates from November 19 through May 5.

30% OFF while supplies last

Need a break from lunch? Come by 11th Street Station for some fresh air, food and a drink. Between 11am and 1pm receive $1 off Lo-Octanes & Mocktails. Or just splurge for that lunch drink, you've been working hard all day after all.

$1 OFF
- Draft Beers
- Cocktails on Tap
- Wells

Because once a day is not enough!

Specialty Mules - $5
Chardonnay or Rose - $5
Homemade Bar Snacks - $3

Get in here ... you know you want to!

$6 Draft Beer + Shot

Industry Specials and Late-Nite Happy Hours

We’re stoked to host this a Slalom, Giant Slalom and Super G race event.

Thursday is the sanctioned training day.
Friday is the Super G race day on Upper Hades
Saturday is a Giant Slalom race on Deadspike and
Sunday is the Slalom race, also down Deadspike

This event is open to USSA competitors of all ages.

These races are great for spectating and watching the competition unfold.

Revel in Play: seize the moment features all new abstract paintings by Durango local artist, Heather Freeman. The opening reception is Friday, January 27th 5-8pm at Stillwater Music’s new art and performance venue. This event is in partnership with Durango Creative District’s Incubator for Emerging Artists and is available for viewing from January 27 - March 31, 2023.