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2Free things to do
93New spots
101New stories

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This week in Durango

Five picks from this week's calendar. See all 10 events, day by day →

Andrew Schumann

Friday 6pm · Union Social House

Cortez Wild West Ghost Tour

Friday 7pm · Downtown Cortez

Sober Sand Volleyball

Friday 7:30pm · Santa Rita Park

Nifty on 550

Saturday 8am · North Main Avenue Extension

Shiva, Shakti & Shadow: The Art of Becoming Fully Human

Tuesday 6pm · Maria's Reading Room · Free

New in Durango

Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.

Animas City Park

Parks & Outdoors

Riverside breather, anyone? When you need a low-key moment that still feels like Durango, Animas City Park delivers with mellow river views, big shade, and just-enough space to let the kids sprint while you sip coffee.

durangogov.org ↗

Serious Texas BBQ South Durango, CO.

Restaurants

Craving smoky goodness: Serious Texas BBQ South nails the no-fuss, all-flavor vibe with smoked ribs, pulled pork, and tacos that actually justify a second napkin.

serioustexasbbq.com ↗

Durango’s best businesses

Every spot worth knowing, in one place.

The restaurants, shops, and services the newsletter recommends, all in one place — every listing checked, and paid pins marked every time.

Browse Durango’s best →

Most read in Durango

The five stories Durango readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.

  1. Nearly 2,000 acres of private land in Durango are becoming a public park

    Nearly 2,000 acres of private land in Durango, Colorado, are being transformed into a public park.

    Full story at rmpbs.org ↗

  2. Local business joining Durango-La Plata County Airport set to open in the fall

    Local businesses are set to open at Durango-La Plata County Airport in the fall, with a Steamworks Brewing Co.

    Full story at durangoherald.com ↗

  3. Mercy Hospice change in operator created conditions that posed ‘immediate jeopardy’ to patient well-being, state regulators say

    The ownership transition of Durango's Mercy Hospice program has been found to have caused serious problems in patient care and organizational oversight, according to state inspections.

    Full story at durangoherald.com ↗

  4. Chocolate Fantasia is back for its 40th anniversary, with a new format

    Chocolate Fantasia is returning to Durango for its 40th anniversary, with a new format and new competitors after a hiatus.

    Full story at durangoherald.com ↗

  5. Bear euthanized after being found with trash blocking intestines

    Bear was euthanized after being found with its stomach and upper intestine completely blocked by trash, including plastic garbage bags and non-flushable wipes.

    Full story at 9news.com ↗

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