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SPONSOR LISTINGS
Visit the official site for the Durango & Silverton Railroad
or call 877-872-4607
Bar D Chuckwagon
970.247.5753 - 888.800.5753
Great Western stage show and delicious barbeque supper. Open nightly Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Reservations required.
Boot Barn
830 S. Camino Del Rio,
Durango 970-247-7720 www.bootbarn.com
While you're in Colorado, skip the souvenir shops. Instead, take home the real - the Wild - the west from Boot Barn.This is where cowboys find everything you want incouding shirts, jeans, hats and accessories.
Soaring Tree Top Adventures
970-769-2357
www.soaringcolorado.com
Tree Top Adventures, the largest, safest zipline tour available anywhere, has just gotten larger. In 2011, three new spans will open to the public, making a total of 27 ziplines in the ecofriendly course.
Grumpy's Restaurant & Saloon
at The Grand Imperial Hotel
1219 Greene St., Silverton 81433
1-800-341-3340 • www.grandimperialhotel.com
World-famous French Onion soup. Live honky tonk piano. Featured in John Feilder's "Best of Colorado." Open year-round. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Full bar with microbrews on tap. Located at the Grand Imperial Hotel.
Natalia's Family Restaurant
970.387.5300 - Silverton
Just 60 feet from where the train stops! Affordable family dining, serving hot American, Italian, and Mexican favorites.
Strater Hotel
699 Main Ave. - Durango
970.247.4431
Get on board and experience the charm, history and excitement.
Inside the Strater:
Mahogany Grille
Henry Strater Theater
The Jewelry Works
965 Main Ave - Durangp
970.247.3173
Creators of custom one-of-a-kind jewelry.
Southern Ute
Cultural Center & Museum
www.southernutemuseum.com
Come Live Our Story. Opening June 2011
Stay the Trail
www.staythetrail.org
The mission of Stay The Trail Colorado is to encourage the responsible use of the roads and trails that are open to motorized recreation in Colorado. Stay The Trail Colorado is a program of the Responsible Recreation Foundation. Looking for resources and information aout the use of off-highway vehicles? visit Stay The Trail for maps and up-todate information.
Visit the official site for the Durango & Silverton Railroad
or call 877-872-4607
Bar D Chuckwagon
970.247.5753 - 888.800.5753
Great Western stage show and delicious barbeque supper. Open nightly Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Reservations required.
Boot Barn
830 S. Camino Del Rio,
Durango 970-247-7720 www.bootbarn.com
While you're in Colorado, skip the souvenir shops. Instead, take home the real - the Wild - the west from Boot Barn.This is where cowboys find everything you want incouding shirts, jeans, hats and accessories.
Soaring Tree Top Adventures
970-769-2357
www.soaringcolorado.com
Tree Top Adventures, the largest, safest zipline tour available anywhere, has just gotten larger. In 2011, three new spans will open to the public, making a total of 27 ziplines in the ecofriendly course.
Grumpy's Restaurant & Saloon
at The Grand Imperial Hotel
1219 Greene St., Silverton 81433
1-800-341-3340 • www.grandimperialhotel.com
World-famous French Onion soup. Live honky tonk piano. Featured in John Feilder's "Best of Colorado." Open year-round. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Full bar with microbrews on tap. Located at the Grand Imperial Hotel.
Natalia's Family Restaurant
970.387.5300 - Silverton
Just 60 feet from where the train stops! Affordable family dining, serving hot American, Italian, and Mexican favorites.
Strater Hotel
699 Main Ave. - Durango
970.247.4431
Get on board and experience the charm, history and excitement.
Inside the Strater:
Mahogany Grille
Henry Strater Theater
The Jewelry Works
965 Main Ave - Durangp
970.247.3173
Creators of custom one-of-a-kind jewelry.
Southern Ute
Cultural Center & Museum
www.southernutemuseum.com
Come Live Our Story. Opening June 2011
Stay the Trail
www.staythetrail.org
The mission of Stay The Trail Colorado is to encourage the responsible use of the roads and trails that are open to motorized recreation in Colorado. Stay The Trail Colorado is a program of the Responsible Recreation Foundation. Looking for resources and information aout the use of off-highway vehicles? visit Stay The Trail for maps and up-todate information.
Visit the official site for the Durango & Silverton Railroad
or call 877-872-4607
Bar D Chuckwagon
970.247.5753 - 888.800.5753
Great Western stage show and delicious barbeque supper. Open nightly Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. Reservations required.
Boot Barn
830 S. Camino Del Rio,
Durango 970-247-7720 www.bootbarn.com
While you're in Colorado, skip the souvenir shops. Instead, take home the real - the Wild - the west from Boot Barn.This is where cowboys find everything you want incouding shirts, jeans, hats and accessories.
Soaring Tree Top Adventures
970-769-2357
www.soaringcolorado.com
Tree Top Adventures, the largest, safest zipline tour available anywhere, has just gotten larger. In 2011, three new spans will open to the public, making a total of 27 ziplines in the ecofriendly course.
Grumpy's Restaurant & Saloon
at The Grand Imperial Hotel
1219 Greene St., Silverton 81433
1-800-341-3340 • www.grandimperialhotel.com
World-famous French Onion soup. Live honky tonk piano. Featured in John Feilder's "Best of Colorado." Open year-round. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Full bar with microbrews on tap. Located at the Grand Imperial Hotel.
Natalia's Family Restaurant
970.387.5300 - Silverton
Just 60 feet from where the train stops! Affordable family dining, serving hot American, Italian, and Mexican favorites.
Strater Hotel
699 Main Ave. - Durango
970.247.4431
Get on board and experience the charm, history and excitement.
Inside the Strater:
Mahogany Grille
Henry Strater Theater
The Jewelry Works
965 Main Ave - Durangp
970.247.3173
Creators of custom one-of-a-kind jewelry.
Southern Ute
Cultural Center & Museum
www.southernutemuseum.com
Come Live Our Story. Opening June 2011
Stay the Trail
www.staythetrail.org
The mission of Stay The Trail Colorado is to encourage the responsible use of the roads and trails that are open to motorized recreation in Colorado. Stay The Trail Colorado is a program of the Responsible Recreation Foundation. Looking for resources and information aout the use of off-highway vehicles? visit Stay The Trail for maps and up-todate information.
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All Aboard - Durango & Silverton Train Guide
2011 Events Calendar
 to learn about updates
D&SNG Railroad Events
Bluegrass Express, Friday, April 8, The Bluegrass Express Bluegrass Musicianside "The Bluegrass Express!" Ride in the comfort of one of our Premium-class cars behind a steam locomotive on the train to Cascade Canyon while listening to live bluegrass music! www.durangotrain.com/events/bluegrass-express
Peanuts™ The Easter Beagle Express, Saturday, April 23, Ride the train to Cascade Canyon to meet Snoopy the Easter Beagle! You'll enjoy storytelling, musical entertainment, refreshments and other Easter-themed activities.
Native American Heritage Train, June 5, Ride the train to Cascade Canyon and experience theheritage of the Southern Ute culture with dancers, singers and drummers.
The Lone Ranger®, June 6 - August 11, Special appearances by the Lone Ranger on specific
dates and times. Please call or check our Web site
for details.
Day Out With Thomas™, June 17, 18, & 19, 2011,Join Thomas on his 2011 "Leader of the Track Tour!" A fun-filled event for the entire family. There's a 30-minute ride with Thomas, a chance to meet Sir Topham Hatt, live music and storytelling, and much more! www.durangotrain.com/events/day-out-thomas-1
2011 Native American Heritage Train, Sunday, June 5, 2011, Native Dancers with Train. Ride the train to Cascade Canyon and experience the heritage of the Southern Ute culture. www.durangotrain.com/events/native-american-heritage-train
Independence Day Express, Monday, July 4th, 2011. Celebrate America's birthday riding the Independence Day Express where you can enjoy the afternoon festivities in Silverton and stay for one of the largest fireworks display on the Western Slope! After the fireworks are over, relax and enjoy a rare late-night trip by train back to Durango! This train package includes live music and a barbeque under the tent next to the Silverton Depot. www.durangotrain.com/events/independence-day-express
Annual Railfest, August 18 - 21, Join railroad enthusiasts, history buffs and locals to celebrate narrow gauge railroading with a variety of visiting equipment, excursions and activities.
World Fast Draw Association, August 19 - 21, Shooting Competition. Watch the fastest guns in the West during the annual Celebrity Shoot Out and Fast Draw Balloon Elimination Championships.
22nd Annual Fall Photo Train, September 24 & 25, 2011. Fall train at Needleton. Join amateur and professional photographers as we take you into the wilderness for you to capture the train with a backdrop of autumn foliage! www.durangotrain.com/events/22nd-annual-fall-photo-train
Cowboy Poet Train, September 30, Cowboy poets and entertainment onboard this Cascade Canyon train. Enjoy a BBQ lunch during the break at the Pavilion.
Durango Heritage Train, October 8, Step back in time for a train adventure. Victorian or
Western attire required!
Peanuts™, October 15, 16, 22 & 23, The Great Pumpkin Patch Express
Ride the train and bring home the perfect pumpkin. Meet Charlie Brown, Lucy, and Snoopy!
The Polar Express, November 18 - December 28, The Polar Express comes to life when the train
departs the Durango depot for a round-trip journey to the North Pole. Call for specific excursion dates.
New Year's Eve Presidential Train, December 31, Enjoy a festive evening on board a turn-of-thecentury
train. Entertainment and a cash bar.
Durango Events
Year Round Henry Strater Theatre
www.henrystratertheatre.com or 970-375-7160
Year Round Community Concert Hall at FLC
www.durangoconcerts.com
Year Round Mountain Lion Exhibit at FLC
www.swcenter.fortlewis.edu
Durango Wine Experience May 5-7, 2011
Annual Narrow Gauge Days May 6, 2011
Taste of Durango May 15, 2011, Main Avenue offers samples from local restaurants plus
music and fun.
Circle of Life World Wide Welcome, May 21, The Grand Opening of the Southern Ute Cultural Center &
Museum. 970-563-9583 or www.southernutemuseum.org
Gunfight at the Diamond Belle Saloon Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays starting May 23 thru Sept. 5, 7PM - 7:30PM - Don't miss a "real cowboy shootout" at 7th and Main Ave.
Fiesta Days Carnival, May 24-29, 2011, La Plata County Fairgrounds
Iron Horse Bicycle Classic May 28-30, 2011. This year marks 40 years of the well known bicycle race in Durango started by 2 brothers racing to Silverton, one on bicycle and one on train. If you're up for the challenge sign up today!
33rd Annual Narrow Gauge 10-mile and 5k Races, May 29 A scenic Durango race. 970-382-2549 or www.go-dmt.org
Fun in the Sun Arts and Crafts Show, June 3-4. Held at Buckley Park at 12th and Main. Friday noon - 6:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Climb to Conquer Cancer of LaPlata County, June 4. Join us at 9:00 a.m. at Smelter Mountain for the Climb. Climb to Conquer Cancer is a non-competitive walk/hike to raise awareness and dollars to fight cancer. Canines for the Cure festival will also be going all day at Santa Rita Park with a 2 mile dog walk by the river. It will be a day full of live music, canine demonstrations, entertainment, food and a whole lot of fun. It will run until 5:00 pm or until the frisbee has been caught!
San Juan Shrine Circus at the Fairgrounds, June 4
Men Who Grill, June 4, Featuring amateur grilling teams who create their best grilled delights for you to sample. Music and fun for the whole family. 970-247-1242 or www.durango.org.
Vallecito Lake Chamber Fishing Tournament June 5-7, Enjoy a day on the Lake fishing, eating and having fun. 970.769.0309 • www.vallecitolakechamber.com
Trimble Fest, June 5, Unique performers on the lawn at Trimble Hot Springs. 970-247-0111 or www.trimblehotsprings.com
Lucky Seven Rodeo Every Tuesday - June and July Durango - Lucky Seven Rodeo July 6, 13, 20, 27, 2011
Crossroads Durango Pro Rodeo Series Saturdays in June, 2011
Animas River Days June 10-12, 2011. All kinds of river races and fun at Santa Rita Park. Friday evening, Saturday and Sunday from 9AM till 5PM. 970-259-3583
Western Heritage Day Saturday, June 11, 2011 2:00 P.M. to 10:30 P.M. - Live music from 2PM till closing with Native American dancers, kid's activities and a cash bar. BBQ from 4-9, Rodeo from 4:30-9:30. Proceeds benefit Community and International Service Projects. 970-259-3934
Ladies Mountain Bike Clinic Saturday, June 11-12, July 9-10, Sept. 10-11, 9AM-4:00PM. - A weekend with friends, old and new. Groups are divided according to ability. Basic skills training followed by lunch and a ride with coaching. 970-247-8758 patti@waterfallranch.com
Youth Camp at Wilderness Trails, June 13-17, For kids ages 6-17. 970-527-2624 or www.wildernesstrails.com
Durango Motor Expo, June 17-18, 970-247-8761 or www.durangomotorexpo.com
Race Across America, June 17-23, www.raceacrossamerica.org
Wine and Music Fest Saturday, June 25, 2011 12:00 A.M. to 12:00 A.M.
Durango Bike Week June 2011
Crossroads Durango Pro Rodeo Series Saturdays, 2011
Colorado Peace Ride, July 1
Independence Day Express July 4, 2011
Gem and Mineral Show Friday, July 8-10, 10AM- 5PM. Located at the La Plata County Fairgrounds. Featuring kids' activities, a silent auction, raffle, mineral displays, and about 40 vendors. 970-385-6850.
Art on the Animas, July 8-10, 970-247-2117 or www.durango.org
Music in the Mountains July 9-31, 2011 02:00 P.M. to 10:30 P.M. - The 25th festival season features orchestra, chamber music and conservatory performances of classical and world music. Venues at Durango Mountain Resort, Durango and Pagosa Springs, CO.
Youth Camp at Wilderness Trails, July 18-22, For kids ages 6-17. 970-527-2624 or www.wildernesstrails.com
Music in the Mountains TBA
Fiesta Days July 25-31, 2011, Rodeos, a parade and more to celebrate Durango's history.
970-769-0538 or www.durangofiestadays.com
Colorado Peace Ride, July 29-August 1, www.ThePeaceRide.com
30th Annual Art at the Park (Buckley) AugTBA
La Plata County Fair, August 10-14 www.co.laplata.co.us/fairgrounds
12th Annual Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railfest
August 18-22, 2011
11th Annual San Juan Brew Fest August 27, 2011
Four Corners' Biker Rally September 1-5 2011
Gallery Walk, September 9
Parade Of Homes Saturday, September 10-11, 10AM- 4PM. - Visit homes throughout La Plata County. 800-572-0011
Whole Expo Saturday, September 10-11, 10AM-7PM - The Holistic Health and Ecological Conference & Exposition for You Whole Life, conducts its 16th annual event in Durango on Saturday September 10th, 10 AM-7PM and Sunday September 11th 10AM-5PM at La Plata County Fairgrounds-2500 N Main Ave.. Contact Herb Irle for more information: (970) 259-4027.
Durango Coffeefest, September 10, Come for your morning COFFEE, food and music at 8th St.
and Main Ave. 970-385-4354 or www.durangoaec.org
2010 Showcase of the Arts September 10-25, 2011
Autumn Arts Festival, September 17-18
OktoberFest September 24-25, 2011
Durango Cowboy Gathering September 29 - October 2, 2011. Poetry, Music and a Parade highlight the events downtown.
Durango Heritage Celebration Thursday, October 6-9. Wonderful events such as, Period Re-enactments, 1880's heritage train ride, a Promenade on the Boulevard in period fashions, a Grand Victorian Ball and more. Visit the website for more information.
Pumpkin Patch Express October 2011
The Rocky Horror Show, October 27-31, Join in on the Time Warp in O'Briens cult classic at The
Henry Strater Theatre. 970-375-7160
Durango Turkey Trot, November 24
Singing with Santa & Holiday Tree Lighting, November 25
36th Annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Festival, Dec. 2-4, 970-247-2117 or www.durango.org
Noel Night, December 9, Downtown open late with refreshments, music and Santa.
www.downtowndurango.org
Visit www.durango.org or feel free to contact us: 800.525.8855 for more information.
PLEASE NOTE: Schedule is subject to change. Call or visit our Web site at www.durangotrain.com for updated schedules & information on events. Also visit these sites:
Summer Bar-D Wranglers
www.bardchuckwagon.com or (888) 800-5753
Year Round Henry Strater Theatre
www.henrystratertheatre.com or (970) 375-7160
Year Round Community Concert Hall at FLC
www.durangoconcerts.com
Year Round Mountain Lion Exhibit at FLC
www.swcenter.fortlewis.edu
Summer/Winter Durango Mountain Resort
Snow events in the winter, fun in the summer
durangomountainresort.com
Silverton Events
Summer Silverton Brass Band
Every Sunday, May-September, weather permitting.
Year-Round A Theatre Group Productions
www.atheatregroup.org or (970) 375-7160
May 7 D&SNGRR Train to Silverton Opening Day
Silverton Salutations
May 15 Bar D Chamber Dinner - Open to Public
May 29 Annual Iron Horse Bicycle Classic
Race the train to Silverton on your bicycle.
www.ironhorsebicycleclassic.com
June 19 Taste of Silverton
June 23 Army Reserve Concert Band
June 26-26 Silverton All School Reunion
July 4 Fourth of July Festivities
Blue Ribbon 10K, Ducky Derby, Hardrock 100 potluck,
International Rhubarb Festival, Old Fashioned Picnic, Parade,
Silverton Brass Band, Firefighters' water fights, Theatre
Matinee, Blair Street Gunfights, Fireworks.
July 9-11 Hardrock 100 Endurance Run
July 17 Annual Kendall Mountain Run
July 17 Silverton Barbershop Concert Silvertons
July 29-August 1 Colorado Peace Ride
www.thepeaceride.com
July 30-August 7 Mile High Jeep
August 7-8 Mountain Man Softball Tournament
August 8-13 Telluride Science Research
Center Conference
August 12-15 Pecos Archeological Conference
August 13-15 Hardrockers Festival
August 20-22 Brass Band Festival
August 20-22 Annual Silverton Masonic Weekend
August 20-24 Annual Durango & Silverton
Narrow Gauge Railroad Railfest
August 26-29 Horizon Unlimited
August 27 100th Anniversary First Car to Silverton
August 28 Silverton Alpine Marathon & 50K
August 31-September 6 1, 2, 3 & 6 Day Runs
August 31-Oct. 10 Silverton 1,000 Mile Challenge
September 10-12 Colorfest Quilt Show & Sale
September 25-26 D&SNGRR Photographer's Special
www.durangotrain.com • 888-TRAIN-07
October 2 Annual Dinner Crawl to the Bordello
October 2 Bordello Ball
October 30 D&SNGRR Last Train to Silverton
October 31 D&SNGRR Silverton Appreciation Train
December 4 Yule Log Celebration & Sugar Plum Festival
December 4 Town Christmas Tree Trimming
December 11 Silverton's Holiday Bazaar
December 18 Dinner & Celebration
December 19 Winter Wonderland Holiday
December 24 Santa Comes to Town
WINTERTIME FUN IN SILVERTON
Snowscape Winter Festival. Winter Follies. Skiing. Sledding.
Ice Skating. Ski Joring. Snowmobile Tours. Cross Country
Skiing. Kicksled Races. Snowshoe Race. Cardboard Derby.
Horseshoe Tournament. Snow Golf . Shovel Races. Silverton
is a wonderland of winter fun!
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