Good morning, Durango.

City officials released the meeting schedule for the week of August 4, 2025 (posted on August 1) and it shows the Council will vote on a partnership to bring back the mountain bike championship, Councilor Shirley Gonzales will hold office hours on August 6, and water service on 8th Avenue will be interrupted on August 5; meeting agendas and minutes are available online (via the city website) for review.

The new 15,500 square foot fire station at 1235 Camino Del Rio in downtown opened today for the Durango Fire Department to house a ladder truck, an engine, two ambulances, an EMS captain and eight crew members.

Construction continues to add safety features and extra space — including improved road access, parking, and gardens — with a public open house planned for October once the work is completed.

Councilor Shirley Gonzales will hold Council Office Hours at the Durango Public Library (1900 East Third Ave.) on Wednesday, Aug.

6 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Secret Circus Summer Series

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — $25 early, $30 day of show, $60 VIP — Experience a thrilling blend of magic, acrobatics, and storytelling in a unique circus spectacle.

Bar D Chuckwagon Suppers

4:30-7:30 p.m. — Bar D Chuckwagon — Reservations recommended — Enjoy a hearty supper followed by an Old West cowboy music show in a family-friendly setting.

BabyDel Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Animas City Theatre — Tickets from $71 — Enjoy a live performance by BabyDel in a vibrant local venue.

Durango Blues Train

12:00 AM – 10:30 PM — Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad — Ticket prices vary — Experience an iconic blues journey through the scenic landscapes of Durango.

Pokey LaFarge Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — $30/$35 — Experience a vibrant night of music blending Rhumba Country with a touch of Americana by Pokey LaFarge and Moses Guest Duo.

2025 New Colo Bikepacking Event

10 AM – 12 PM — Durango Cyclery — Self-supported bikepacking challenge — Experience a thrilling 1,000 mile route through Colorado and New Mexico's rugged landscape.