SUN Jan 26
SUNDAY JANUARY 26
NEW EVENT!
11 AM GIANT JENGA
The Tangled Horn - 275 E 8th Ave
You know the game: a teensy bit of strategy and a whole lot of luck. Test your touch and push (and pull) your team to the limit! Teams will compete to make the tallest tower before it falls. All ages welcome!
Event Coordinator: Seth Broadhead 707-559-0204
Entry Cost: FREE
Entry Deadline: Saturday Jan 25, 7 PM
Prizes!
NEW EVENT!
11 AM SPIKEBALL TOURNAMENT
Santa Rita Park - 111 S Camino Del Rio
Spikeball aka "that yellow trampoline game" aka "if volleyball and foursquare had a baby" is a game played by teams-of-two, volleyball-style (think bump, set, spike) competing to return a small ball back onto a round net with their three touches. Please bring your spikeball set if you own one! Text event coordinator to sign team up ahead of time. Must be 11+.
Event Coordinator: Amos Cone 734-864-2333
Entry Cost: $10 per team of two
Prizes!
1 PM SKI PARADE AND OPENING CEREMONY
Purgatory Resort The Beach - 1 Skier Pl
Give a toast to the most amazing winter celebration in the universe with this kickoff celebration that not only celebrates the start of SNOWDOWN but announces next year’s theme! The Parade will start at the top of Lift 1 and head down a beginner trail. The 2026 theme will then be announced at Purgy’s patio, immediately following the parade where you can pick up a SNOWDOWN schedule and button. Gather at the beach 12:15 PM. Costumes are encouraged. All ages and abilities!
Event Coordinator: Matthew Krichman 970-426-7274, Greg Yucha 970-382-0788
Entry Cost: FREE
Prizes!
NEW DAY!
1 PM EUCHRE TOURNAMENT
VFW - 1550 Main
A card game that’s all about calling the shots, sometimes bluffing, and occasionally pretending you understand what’s happening. It's a fast-paced mix of strategy, luck, and sarcastic banter. Teams will be drawn in a random double elimination tournament. Registration begins at 12 PM and game play starts as soon as brackets are complete. Must be 21+.
Event Coordinator: Joe Zuber 970-259-1375
Entry Cost: FREE
Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd for Teams and Best Costume
NEW EVENT!
1 PM ONE PIECE TRADING CARD GAME
Guild House Games - 835 Main Ste 203
The One Piece Trading Card Game is your chance to assemble the ultimate pirate crew, except instead of treasure, you're hoarding shiny cards and smug victories. Players duel using characters from the One Piece universe. Don’t know how to play? Guild House Games staff will provide the decks and teach you! Must be 13+.
Event Coordinator: Daniel Perez 970-403-3064
Entry Cost: FREE
Prizes: Promo Cards & Booster Packs
1 PM HOPSCOTCH
Gazpacho New Mexican Restaurant - 431 E 2nd Ave
Ahhh the ultimate playground test of balance and aim. The rules are simple: throw an object and hop through numbered squares to retrieve said object without falling over. Perfect for kids, and adults brave enough to relive their glory days—or discover that balance isn't their strong suit anymore. All ages welcome!
Event Coordinator: Brennan McManamon 970-426-1210
Entry Cost: FREE
Prizes: Gift baskets for kids and gift cards for adults: 1st - $50, 2nd - $25, 3rd - $15
NEW TIME!
1 PM CHESS TOURNAMENT
Durango Winery - 900 Main Ste E
The stakes are high, the moves are slow, and the tension is palpable. It's a thrilling combo of intellectual warfare and quiet staring contests—perfect for anyone who thinks adrenaline is overrated. Single-elimination format with 3 competitive categories: 13 and Under, 14+ Beginners and 14+ Advanced. A limited number of chess boards are provided, but if you have a favorite board and/or clock, feel free to bring it! You must pre-register for this event by contacting the event coordinator. All ages welcome!
Event Coordinator: Tim Hassemer 970-903-4375
Entry Cost: FREE
Entry Deadline: Saturday Jan 25
Prizes: 1st, 2nd for each category.
NEW TIME!
2 PM LPCHS HAMSTER DERBY
Creature Comforts - 305 S Camino Del Rio (Centennial Center)
Hosted by the La Plata County Humane Society. Get ready to roll the dice on fun. Whether you're bringing your speedy squeaker or pint-sized pal, every "pocket pet" with a hamster ball can join the race to victory. All ages welcome!
Event Coordinator: Colleen Dunning 970-501-5211
Entry Cost: $10 to register. Assigned VIP viewing seats available for purchase - $20 per adult and $10 per children
Entry Deadline: Monday Jan 20
Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd
NEW EVENT!
2 PM BLOOD ON THE CLOCKTOWER
Lola’s Place - 725 E 2nd Ave
Hosted by Guild House Games, gather at Lola’s for an afternoon of mystery and deduction. Each player receives either a ‘good’ or ‘evil’ token with their unique character. Good players share information to solve the mystery whilst evil players lie about who they are and what they know. The good team wins if they can piece together their knowledge, trust each other, and execute the demon. The evil team wins if the demon can sow distrust, evade detection, and wipe out the village. All ages welcome!
Event Coordinator: Alec Ensign Martinez 970-385-1920
Event Cost: FREE
Prizes!
NEW EVENT!
3 PM PY2K BLIND SINGALONG
Lizard Head Trading Company - 965 Main
Hey Ya! Drop It Like It's Hot when you take the stage and sing alongside your favorite Y2K song accompaniments. The only catch: the lyrics will be behind you! Sing the correct words before the time runs out and move onto the next round. We will start off easy, so come and Get the Party Started for your chance at fabulous prizes! We don't judge on talent, only your lyrical knowledge! Must be 18+.
Event Coordinator: Kira Gullion 970-779-1829
Entry Cost: FREE
Prizes!
3 PM WARHAMMER 40K 1000-POINT TOURNAMENT
Guild House Games - 835 Main Ste 203
(See SATURDAY Jan 25, 3 PM for details)
4 PM APPLES TO APPLES
EsoTerra - 558 Main
Apples to Apples is a fun, fast-paced card game of unexpected comparisons and endless laughter. Players take turns acting as the judge, presenting a green card with a descriptive word or phrase. The other players choose the best red card from their hands to match it—whether logical, outrageous, or hilariously absurd! The judge picks their favorite, awarding the green card to the winner. With silly combinations like “Slimy” paired with “Grandma’s Cooking,” every round delivers surprises and laughs. The first player to collect a set number of green cards wins. Easy to learn and endlessly entertaining! Must be 18+.
Event Coordinator: Elizabeth Philbrick 202-577-6583
Entry Cost: FREE
Prizes!