Jan 11 Sunday
NFL GameDay at the Durango VFWDirecTV Sunday Ticket, Downstairs – The Canteen is open, UpstairsGreat Food & Friendly FolksSunday’s: 11am – Close
VFW Post 40311550 Main StreetDurango, CO. 81301VFW4031@bresnan.net(970) 247-0384https://vfw4031.org/
All are welcome! Whether you have been knitting and/or crocheting for years or you would like to learn, we are happy to have you and will do our best to help you get started.
🎷 Funk Jazz Jam SessionJoin us every second Sunday at 11th Street Station for Durango’s monthly Funk Jazz Jam Session—a free, open community jam where musicians of all levels come together to groove, improvise, and connect.
Hosted in January by Funk Express and in February by Jazz Church, Whether you’re stepping up to the mic, jumping in on your instrument, or just coming to enjoy the music, it’s all about good vibes and collaboration.
Presented by The iAM MUSIC Institute, Jimmy’s Music Supply, and Stillwater Music.🎶 When: Sunday, January 11th📍 Where: 11th Street Station, Durango, CO💰 Cost: Free & open to all skill levels
OPEN MIC @ ANIMAS CITY THEATRE! Every Thursday 6:00 - 9:00 PM. Sign up starts @ 5:30 PM. Music and Comedy! FREE, No Cover. 21+ Professional sound, and backline drum kit, bass amp and guitar amp available. Bands are welcomed and encouraged. Collaboration and supportive artistic environment. Hosted by Ryan & Galen.
Jan 12 Monday
Durango Aikido invites adults 18 and up to learn Aikido. Win the battles within as Aikido teaches self-refinement through self-defense. The 12-week course begins January 19th, 2026 and offers several affordable pricing packages. Durango Aikido is a 501c3 nonprofit proudly serving the community since 2002. Details and registration at durangoaikido.com or text/call Jenny at 970-426-5257.
Beginning writers and seasoned procrastinators are invited to a 2-part writing class with award-winning local author Jenny Mason. Learn how 20 minutes of daily writing wards off brain aging and relieves anxiety, according to recent neuroscience. Discover the secret of forming a daily writing habit and more. This class meets January 20th and 27th, 12-1:15pm at the Rec Center. Details and registration at jynnemason.com/book-online.