While Thursday may be all about that flashy Tom Turkey and the ensuing tryptophan, Friday officially kicks off the season of the Big Guy.
And as is the tradition in downtown Durango, he and the missus will be making a special guest appearance, so if you’re riding the line between Santa’s naughty and nice lists, this would be a good time to score some points by giving him the old howdy do.
Singing with Santa will begin at around 5:30 p.m., when you can make your way to Buckley Park, 1200 Main Ave., to score some free hot chocolate and cookies while they last.
If you can, bring your own hot chocolate mug, or complete a scavenger hunt to win a commemorative Singing with Santa mug.
Sing Christmas carols until just before 6 p.m., when Santa will make his grand entrance. After he arrives, it will be time to light the Community Christmas tree. Free photos with Santa will also be available until 7:15 p.m. – be sure to bring your own camera.
For more information, visit singingwithsanta.org/event-info.
Donny Johnson, 6 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.
Terry Rickard, 6 p.m., Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
Singing with Santa Hot Cocoa Party, 4-5:30 p.m., Durango Sustainable Goods, 1259 Main Ave. $2.
Singing With Santa, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Buckley Park, 1200 Main Ave. Free. Gift card drawing, scavenger hunt, caroling, hot chocolate, cookies, light the tree and Santa. Details: https://singingwithsanta.org.
Jack Ellis and Larry Carver, 6 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.
Dustin Burley, 6 p.m., Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
Adam Swanson, 5:30 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.
Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
Bradley and Danny, noon, Bomdiggity, 106 Grand Ave., Mancos. Free. Live music by Bradley and Danny from Afrobeatniks.
Blue Moon Ramblers, 6 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.
Joel Racheff, 6 p.m., Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
Joel Racheff, 6 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.
Leah Orlikowski, 6 p.m., Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
Cinematic Creations, noon-1 p.m., 835 Main Ave. Suite 225 (second floor of the Main Mall).
Engage Durango Forum, 5-6:30 p.m., Durango Library Programs Room, 1900 East Third Ave. Free. The public is invited to bring questions to the city’s departmental directors regarding local government. On-site child care and translator provided.
Jason Thies, 6 p.m., Diamond Belle Saloon, 699 Main Ave.
Andrew Schuhmann, 6 p.m., Office Spiritorium, 699 Main Ave.
Daybreak Rotary Club of Durango, 7 a.m., La Plata County Fairgrounds Pine Room, 2500 Main Ave.
Letter like a Graphic Novelist, 5-7 p.m., 1437 East Second Ave. $40. All experience levels welcome. Ages 16 and older. All supplies included. Details: https://tinyurl.com/letteratodyssey.
Brooke Pasmick, Piano, Junior Recital, 7 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free. Details: music@fortlewis.edu.
Low-Tech Stream Restoration for Landowners: The Benefits, Water Rights Issues and Reducing Risks, noon-1:15 p.m., Zoom. Free. Webinar on stream restoration, Colorado legislation, and techniques for landowners to increase water availability. Details: https://tinyurl.com/yvs63tud.
The ArtRoom Collective First Friday Noel Night, 4-7. p.m.., 1309 East Third Ave. Shop locally for art, special handmade gifts or stocking stuffers. Experience the work of 22 local artists, live holiday music, an art exhibit from Animas High School, special offers for warm Smiley Cafe drinks and more. Details: www.theartroomcollective.com.
Fill Your Bowl For Art, 4-8 p.m., Dancing Spirit Community Arts Center at The ELHI, 115 Ute St., Ignacio. $5-$20. Details: https://tinyurl.com/bdk563ze.
Noel Night: Winter Wonderland, 4-9 p.m., Durango Sustainable Goods, 1259 Main Ave. $1.
Noel Night at the Durango Botanic Gardens, 5:30-7 p.m., Durango Botanic Gardens, 1900 East Third Ave. Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Gardens, warm up with hot chocolate and cookies. Free. No registration required.
Holiday on the Hill, 7 p.m., Community Concert Hall at Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. $10 for adults, free for 18 and younger and FLC students. Choirs, band, orchestra and a visit with Santa at intermission. Details: https://tinyurl.com/nhf66xht.
Merely Players presents “Hands on a Hard Body,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $20-$35. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
St. Columba Christmas Craft Bazaar, 8 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Columba Church Gym 1801 East Second Ave. Details: www.stcolumbacatholic.org.
The ArtRoom Collective Holiday Art Market, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 1309 East Third Ave.
Merely Players presents “Hands on a Hard Body,” 7 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $20-$35. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
Jake Ostrowski, Guitar, Senior Recital, 5 p.m., Roshong Recital Hall, Fort Lewis College, 1000 Rim Drive. Free.
Merely Players presents “Hands on a Hard Body,” 2 p.m., Merely Underground, 789 Tech Center Drive. $20-$35. Tickets and details: www.merelyplayers.org.
