Arts and Entertainment
Narrow Gauge 10 mile & 5K Run
Since 1978 the Narrow Gauge 10 Mile Run has been one of Durango’s oldest Memorial Day traditions. The 10-mile course showcases the Fort Lewis College rim, the Animas River Trail and great views of Durango!
Arts Center Rises from Pandemic Ashes – Literally
Like most nonprofits across the nation, the Durango Arts Center struggled to keep programs alive during the pandemic. But as the community begins to reopen and recover, the arts center will rise out of the ashes with plans to become bigger, stronger and more vibrant than ever. Sponsored by Alpine Bank
Humane Society Expecting; Time for a Baby Shower
Hundreds of baby animals will soon be raining on the La Plata County Humane Society with the annual springtime deluge of just-born puppies and kittens. They’ll need food, health care, toys, and warm blankets, so the humane society is throwing a baby shower May 1-8. Sponsored by Durango Party Rental and Carver Brewing Company.
Pandemic Bump-Outs Allow Restaurants to Survive
Derailed Pour House owner Lisa Gibson says the ability to add seats outdoors in city-approved bump-outs has allowed her restaurant to survive the pandemic, and she hopes they’re here to stay. Sponsored by Durango Party Rental and Whole Health Family Medicine.
Hometown Sound: Stillhouse Junkies Burn Down The Distillery
Stillhouse Junkies returns to the very distillery where it all began for this band. Guitarist and Mandolinist Fred Kosak, Fiddler Alissa Wolf, and Bassist Cody Tinnin, perform original songs rich with the sounds of blues, roots, bluegrass and a vibe distinctive of Southwest Colorado. Featured Songs: “Johnny Mac” “Burn It Down” Special thank you to Durango Craft Spirits Audio Engineer: Jeff Jones Videography: Zachary Marqua, Cooper Stowers, Gabe Powel
Classic Cars Owners Passionate about Their Rides
With shiny re-built motors and new paint jobs, classic cars are certainly works of art – and works of the heart. Sponsored by Kessee Motors and Choice Building Supply.
Silverton Excursions Resume
All aboard! The Durango & Silverton Train will resume round-trip excursions to Silverton this summer. Sponsored Carver’s Brewing and The Timbers at Edgemont Highlands
Durango Herald News
- Rain along the Gulf Coast could become the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season June 16, 2026
- Trump signals swift return of sanctions on Russian oil as G7 refocuses on Ukraine June 16, 2026
- Federal prosecutors charge 15 people it says impeded agents during Minnesota immigration crackdown June 16, 2026