Good morning, Durango.

Durango city leaders will host the Engage Durango Forum on Tuesday, Sept.

23 at the Durango Recreation Center at 2700 Main Avenue from 5-6:30 p.m. Residents are invited to share feedback directly with city executives — an important opportunity to shape local government decisions.

The Upper Pine River Fire Protection District seeks voter approval for a 1% sales tax increase on the November ballot to raise about $490,000 annually for staffing and equipment as demand has grown since 2019— the Four Corners Office for Resource Efficiency will host its Beyond Solar Tour on September 21st to highlight local solar projects, and HomeToGo ranked Durango as 11th on its Fall Foliage Index.

iLL.Gates & Friends Live Performance

8 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — $25 / $30 — Experience a high-energy electronic music journey with iLL.Gates, n00nz, Teknique, and Nuffsaid.

31st Annual Durango Autumn Arts Festival

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Durango Arts Center — Free entry — Explore 80 artist booths featuring diverse artworks and enjoy live demonstrations and food vendors.

Secret Circus Summer Series

7-8:30 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — $25-$60 — Experience an electrifying circus performance featuring magic, acrobatics, and storytelling.

Aurorawave Album Release Tour

8-9:30 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — $22 / $25 — Experience the boundary-pushing sounds of Aurorawave alongside Brace Yourself at their album release event.

Open Mic Night

6-9 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — No cover charge — Showcase local talent in a vibrant atmosphere for adults 21 and over.

Horizons Fall Photography Conference

Oct 3-5 — 14324 CO-172, Ignacio, CO — Event fees apply — Elevate your photography skills while connecting with renowned photographers in stunning fall landscapes.

San Juan Symphony Weekend 1: Tromba Mundi and Pines of Rome

7:30-9 p.m. — Community Concert Hall — Tickets available — Experience the World Premiere of San Juan Sketches by Tromba Mundi followed by the grand Pines of Rome.

TBRI® Caregiver Training Series

2:30 PM – 11 PM — 1440 Florida Rd, Durango, CO — Registration required — Gain practical tools to support children who've experienced trauma through TBRI® principles.

Open Mic Night

6-9 p.m. — Animas City Theatre — No cover charge — Enjoy a variety of musical performances in a vibrant open mic setting.

Swing Days Ablaze 2025

1 AM - 5 AM — The Light Box at Stillwater Music — Weekend Passing Options Available — Experience a vibrant celebration of West Coast Swing amidst the golden autumn landscapes of Durango.