Art gives voice to the voiceless and fame to the ignored. You can learn various forms of art from dancing to sketching in Durango. There are designated classes, drama workshops, and art events in Durango for the same. If you just want to be a mere spectator you can attend theatre events and art exhibitions in Durango too.
Ever wanted to volunteer in those nukkad, nataks or street shows? Wish to learn the basics of painting? Well, just explore through the art & theatre events in Durango.
## Art Events in Durango - **Event Name**: Deadly Fun Learning: Mysteries that Champion Our National Parks - **Description**: CSWS Lyceum (Room 120) Free + Open to All! Scott Graham, National Outdoor Book Award-winning author of the National Park Mystery Series, will share the writing and development over the last decade of his successful National Park Mystery Series, publish - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Wed Sep 02 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed Sep 02 2026 at 07:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durango/deadly-fun-learning-mysteries-that-champion-our-national-parks/200030192207942 - **Venue**: Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy9iNjljODEzMzI0ZjlmMjIzOTVmOGQ4ZTE3Mjc1NDdhOGI4NzM2NDM0MDAwYzVjZDc5ZjViMDE3Y2Q2NDFlZjFiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2U4ZThkOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjczMjYyMA.avif - **Categories**: sports, art, literary-art, trips-adventures, kids - **Event Name**: Durango Open Studio Tour Opening Art Exhibition - **Description**: 2026 Durango Open Studio Tour Discover the Art. Meet the Artists. Experience Durango's Creative Spirit. Explore Durango's vibrant arts community during the 2026 Durango Open Studio Tour, a free, self-guided weekend event that opens the doors to ~25 worki - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 3 - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri Oct 02 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durango/durango-open-studio-tour-opening-art-exhibition/200030421167229 - **Venue**: 1135 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301-5135, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy9kOTI4MWU4NzZhZWQyNzE5MWNmNGNlZGIzNzAxNzE2MTQwYTFmMWJkMzk0YWY1MjM0NDI4NGIyMmUxNWFlYTJkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDUyNy1kYzQ4Mjg2OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjQyMjQ0NA.avif - **Categories**: art, exhibitions, photography - **Event Name**: Nature’s Tapestry in Plein Air 2026 - **Description**: The Durango Arts Center is proud to announce a juried exhibit for members of the Plein Air Painters of the Four Corners, running from August 21 – October 10, 2026. We will host a grand opening celebration in the DAC Gallery on August 21, 5:00-7:00pm, with - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Fri Aug 21 2026 at 12:00 pm – Fri Aug 21 2026 at 07:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durango/natures-tapestry-in-plein-air-2026/200030521235201 - **Venue**: 802 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO, United States, Colorado 81301 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8wNTM4MTIxMDRkZGI4Yzg2NDMzZDcwYjBkOGVmMzk1YTc1MDA5NGQxM2UyMGVkOGI3NGMzOTVjZDJjNDRmNjFjLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzc4YThkOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4Njc0NTI0Nw.avif - **Categories**: Art, fine-arts, Contests, Meetups - **Event Name**: Durango Open Studio Tour - **Description**: 2026 Durango Open Studio Tour Discover the Art. Meet the Artists. Experience Durango's Creative Spirit. Explore Durango's vibrant arts community during the 2026 Durango Open Studio Tour, a free, self-guided weekend event that opens the doors to ~25 worki - **Date**: Sat Oct 17 2026 at 10:00 am – Sun Oct 18 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durango/durango-open-studio-tour/200030543808401 - **Venue**: 1135 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301-5135, United States - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9iMjRhMWU0MzVkNWNiMjdjZDUyNzdlZTI4ZWUzYmNhYzY3N2QwMDE0NjRhNjdlZjEzZGUxYTQ5ZGJiMGQzYzc1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDUyNy1kYzQ4Mjg2OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjQ5NjU4MQ.avif - **Categories**: Art, Exhibitions, Photography - **Event Name**: Following your Passion: A Woman’s Fly-fishing Journey - **Description**: CSWS Lyceum (Room 120) Free + Open to All! Librarian by trade and angler at heart, Shelley Walchak gravitated towards fly-fishing later in life and was inspired in 2012 to leave her post at the Colorado State Library to take up the challenge of fishing a - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 7 - **Date**: Wed Aug 26 2026 at 06:30 pm – Wed Aug 26 2026 at 07:30 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durango/following-your-passion-a-womans-fly-fishing-journey/200030163083746 - **Venue**: Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8wMDFhOGNiZTE1NTQ2OTk0YTY1NmE5YWQ3NjQ2MWQ5Njk5NjRjNzAwZjVhZDYyNWU0YjQ1Y2VhZDYyMDM3ZWY3LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2Q4ZDhlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjczMjYyMQ.avif - **Categories**: art, literary-art, contests, trips-adventures - **Event Name**: The Mountain and Valley Fiber Arts Festival - **Description**: The Mountain and Valley Wool Association is pleased to present the Mountain and Valley Fiber Arts Festival in it's new forever home. Marketplace with fiber oriented vendors, Free and open to the public. Watch class registrations and payment info. - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 17 - **Date**: Sat Oct 03 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun Oct 04 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durango/the-mountain-and-valley-fiber-arts-festival/200030357448614 - **Venue**: La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czUvYmFubmVycy8xNTgzNjE4OGRhMzVhMGNiMzIxYTAzMzFlYWNlYjliODUzYWFhMzg3NjA3YmE2ZDk2Y2UxNWUwNDUyZjI0ZjYxLXJpbWctdzcyMC1oNDA1LWRjZDhjOGI4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg2ODU5MDM3.avif - **Categories**: festivals, workshops, art - **Event Name**: Mountain and Valley Fiber Arts Festival (formerly the Taos Wool Festival) - **Description**: La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center Register and pay in advance for classes October 2-4 October 3-4 Vendor Marketplace open and free to the public, free parking, watch sheep shearing, Fleece show, demonstrations. https://www.mavwafiberartsfest.o - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 30 - **Date**: Thu Oct 01 2026 at 09:00 am – Sun Oct 04 2026 at 04:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durango/mountain-and-valley-fiber-arts-festival-formerly-the-taos-wool-festival/200029986305016 - **Venue**: La Plata County Fairgrounds and Event Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8zNDA3ZjNlNTM3YTRkMTliMjQ3ZjZiZjFkZTFiY2U2MDJkODQ3NDcxZTRhY2ZlNTk0ODY4ZDAxOTk2Yzc2MWZmLXJpbWctdzcyMC1oNDA1LWRjZDhjOGI4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg2ODU5MDMx.avif - **Categories**: festivals, workshops, art - **Event Name**: Woven Landscapes: An Artist Talk with Darby Raymond-Overstreet - **Description**: CSWS Lyceum (Room 120) Free + Open to All! “I am a Diné/Navajo artist inspired by the strength and resilience of the generations that came before me and by the lands that have been home to my people for countless generations. Through my practice of in - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 4 - **Date**: Thu Sep 24 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durango/woven-landscapes-an-artist-talk-with-darby-raymond-overstreet/200030325738922 - **Venue**: Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy80NTYxMGQ3ZWE0YWNhZDVmZDA0NzgzOWU5MzJhMDVkOGEzN2Q5M2UzNWZlYzQ1YmZhYjI4M2Q5MTQxZWJiMTZkLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kYzY4NTg1OC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NjI5NTk3NQ.avif - **Categories**: art, exhibitions, science-fair - **Event Name**: Andy Nelson & His Laughing Stock - **Description**: Andy Nelson’s energetic and high-spirited cowboy poetry and storytelling will make you smile, laugh and cry.About this EventAndy Nelson is an energetic and high-spirited cowboy poet and humorist from Pinedale - **Date**: Fri Oct 02 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Oct 02 2026 at 09:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durango/andy-nelson-and-his-laughing-stock/100001992010673548 - **Venue**: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Durango - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy8yNDhkNjE3NzMzODk0MjE1MTAyZTQ4N2FkMWQyYTc1ZjQ4YjIxZjljNjNjOTIwYjRkMWM5YTAyYTcwMGVhYjQwLXJpbWctdzUxMi1oNTEyLWRjMmUxYzE1LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4Mjg3NDg3MQ.avif - **Price**: USD 39 to 50 - **Categories**: fitness, Art, literary-art - **Event Name**: Artist Talk: Herstory Printmaking Collective - **Description**: CSWS Lyceum (Room 120) Free + Open to All! herstory/noun/ -- history viewed from a female or specifically feminist perspective with a special attention to the experience of women. Join us for a special presentation by members of the Herstory Printmak - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 6 - **Date**: Thu Oct 29 2026 at 04:30 pm – Thu Oct 29 2026 at 06:00 pm (-06:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/durango/artist-talk-herstory-printmaking-collective/200030492875153 - **Venue**: 1000 Rim Dr, Durango, CO, United States, Colorado 81301 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy9hN2VmYmJiNWYxMjllMGExZDJkOThjNmViNGVjMGY1N2ViZDgxNzAwMDcxNDczYzA2NjZlNmI0MmEzYTA1ODA1LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2Y4ZjhlOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4Njk0ODE1MQ.avif - **Categories**: art, workshops, exhibitions ## Trending Events in Durango - **Event Name**: 2026 San Juan Brewfest - **Description**: Thank you to all the patrons, breweries, and musicians who helped make the 2025 San Juan Brewfest one for the ages 🙏🍺🎵 Mark your calendar for next year's Brewfest: Friday, August 28th and Saturday, August 29th 2026 🗓️ Stay tuned to the San Juan Brewfest - **Venue**: Buckley Park In Durango, CO - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/d77bcb40ec358e9b7c7149dabd9a2e555cab4addb4a88e2949b165d6230a0ba1-rimg-w1200-h674-dc2e3117-gmir?v=1776407763 - **Event Name**: Durango Blues Train - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad 🏠 Address: 479 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301 🌆 City: Durango 📍 Location: 37.2681, -107.883✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Durango Blues Train, where every moment tells a st - **Venue**: Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad - **Event Name**: 2026 Durango Hat Tournament - **Description**: Your favorite Durango Ultimate Hat Tournament is BACK Labor Day Weekend 2026!About this EventFormat: 2-day mixed gender ultimate frisbee hat tournament (Sat-Sun) in Durango, Colorado. All - **Venue**: Smith Sports Complex, Durango Colorado - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/c7ac302060476182185bc48735c58c2603208da5f141fbdbde355ee0bcebaa2a-rimg-w1200-h617-dc5f7445-gmir.jpg?v=1783823107 - **Event Name**: San Juan Brewfest - **Venue**: Buckley Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/cb117140-9999-11f1-9a40-7b90de720125-rimg-w1200-h514-dcc8d8d8-gmir.jpg?v=1786902125 - **Event Name**: Black Heron WET Burlesque - **Description**: 120 tix. Wet burlesque. Rain stage, fire dancers, foam pits, open bar. Come watch. Stay to play. DJ closes it out. ️About this EventWET BURLESQUE**Burlesque returns to Black Heron Lounge—and this time, we've d - **Venue**: Black Heron Lounge - **Event Name**: Steely Dead - A Sonic Fusion of The Grateful Dead and Steely Dan - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Animas City Theatre 🏠 Address: 128 E College Drive, Durango, CO 81301 🌆 City: Durango 📍 Location: 37.2698, -107.881🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Steely Dead - A Sonic Fusion of The Grateful Dead and Steely Dan, the most anticipated - **Venue**: Animas City Theatre - **Event Name**: KSUT 50th Anniversary Party: An Evening With Drivin N Cryin - **Description**: Join us for An Evening With Drivin N Cryin to celebrate 50 amazing years of KSUT with great music, Ska Beer, food, and fun!About this EventKSUT 50th Anniversary Party: An Evening With Drivin N CryinJoin us fo - **Venue**: Ska Brewing Co - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/f0ce6f94ec9048f82612ef92f350a6b103a6d30ccab0e890b5022a9ffae9d025-rimg-w1200-h801-dcf3f4f4-gmir.jpg?v=1781313064 - **Event Name**: 6th Annual Harvest Fest - **Description**: Come join us for Durango Natural Foods Co-op's 6th Annual Harvest Fest! This is a FREE & family friendly event with live music, vendors, face painting and more! Dinner and drinks will be available for purchase with dinner brought to you by the DNF D - **Venue**: Rotary Park - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/dd60dc9c6d58ef0e12630b5a9c12b09acdce744a43ec3202ca8ca68ab4fd336a-rimg-w1200-h628-dcf88868-gmir?v=1786714655 - **Event Name**: Durango Blues Train with The Boneshakers - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad 🏠 Address: 479 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301 🌆 City: Durango 📍 Location: 37.2681, -107.883🌟 Journey into wonder at Durango Blues Train with The Boneshakers, where extraordinary experie - **Venue**: Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad ## Browse Art Events by Date - [Art Events Today in Durango](https://allevents.in/durango/art--today) - [Art Events This Weekend in Durango](https://allevents.in/durango/art--this-weekend) - [Art Events in August in Durango](https://allevents.in/durango/art--august) - [Art Events in September in Durango](https://allevents.in/durango/art--september) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Art events in Durango? - **A:** Deadly Fun Learning: Mysteries that Champion Our National Parks (Wed Sep 02 2026 at 06:30 pm at Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College), Durango Open Studio Tour Opening Art Exhibition (Fri Oct 02 2026 at 05:00 pm at 1135 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301-5135, United States), Nature’s Tapestry in Plein Air 2026 (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 12:00 pm at 802 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO, United States, Colorado 81301), Durango Open Studio Tour (Sat Oct 17 2026 at 10:00 am at 1135 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301-5135, United States), Following your Passion: A Woman’s Fly-fishing Journey (Wed Aug 26 2026 at 06:30 pm at Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College). - **Q**: What Art events are happening in Durango in August 2026? - **A:** Nature’s Tapestry in Plein Air 2026 (Fri Aug 21 2026 at 12:00 pm at 802 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO, United States, Colorado 81301), Following your Passion: A Woman’s Fly-fishing Journey (Wed Aug 26 2026 at 06:30 pm at Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College). - **Q**: How can I find Art events in Durango? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Art events in Durango on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Art events in Durango? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Art events in Durango? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Art events in Durango include Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College, 1135 Main Ave, Durango, CO 81301-5135, United States, 802 E 2nd Ave, Durango, CO, United States, Colorado 81301. - **Q**: What is the price range for Art events in Durango? - **A:** Prices for Art events in Durango range from USD 39 to USD 50. Many events also offer free entry. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Art events in Durango? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Art events in Durango include Center of Southwest Studies at Fort Lewis College, Durango Open Studio Tour, Durango Arts Center. - **Q**: Are there any online Art events available? - **A:** Yes, many Art events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Art events in Durango? - **A:** Follow the Art category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Art events are listed in Durango. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/fa/62c63e1af3495c9493152cf57d2048/art.png ## Arts events from nearby cities - [Arts events in Bayfield](https://allevents.in/bayfield-co/art) - [Arts events in Silverton](https://allevents.in/silverton-co/art) - [Arts events in Cortez](https://allevents.in/cortez-co/art)