2025 DATES: Fri Jan 24 to Sun Feb 2, 2025

THR Jan 30

THURSDAY JANUARY 30

1 PM ANNUAL BIG WHEEL DERBY

Balcony Bar and Grill - 600 Main

Race to the finish! Best time for one lap wins. Come out and play to beat your time from last year - it's game on! Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Allison Wall  303-956-2904

Entry Cost: FREE

Entry Deadline: 30 minutes before event

Prizes! 

 

NEW EVENT!

1 PM LIFESIZE BOARD GAME CONTEST

Fort Lewis College Student Life Center - 1000 Rim Dr

Participants will be competing in a life size board game as if they were the game pieces and players as one. Prizes awarded to winners. Must be 18+ and an FLC student to participate.

Event Coordinator: Lorraine Taylor  970-247-7344

Entry Cost: FREE

Prizes!

NEW EVENT!

1-4 PM DRAGONS, CRACKS AND BAMS! OH MY! IT’S MAH JONGG!

Dalton Ranch Clubhouse Restaurant - 589 County Rd 252

Don’t Risk missing out or you’ll be Sorry! No one gets in Trouble here. Although you might experience a little Aggravation! Enjoy an afternoon playing Mah Jongg.  We will follow the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) rules. This version of Mah Jongg uses the NMJL card and is commonly referred to as American Mah Jongg.  Bring your 2024 NMJL card but you can leave your quarters at home. We will track points with prizes for the winners. All ages welcome but you must already know how to play American Mah Jongg. May all your picks be keepers! Costumes encouraged.

Event Coordinators: Debbie Kurz  970-769-2386 and Marlene Gebhardt  970-749-8913

Entry Cost: $10

Entry Deadline: 5 PM day BEFORE event

Prizes: Cash prizes!  

2 PM WARMING HUT

Grassburger Downtown - 726 1/2 Main

Hosted by Radio101 and Grassburger. Go directly to the Radio101 Warming Hut, do not pass Grassburger downtown! Do not miss your chance for SNOWDOWN Follies tickets. It can get mighty chilly during SNOWDOWN, so come warm up at Grassburger downtown and join the crew for a game of ball toss. The more accurate you are the more entries you get for a chance to win the hottest tickets in town. It’s your move! Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Kristin Dills  970-259-4444

Entry Cost: FREE

Prizes: gift cards and swag. Grand prize 2025 SNOWDOWN Follies tickets!

 

NEW EVENT!

3 -5 PM 2025 PAINTING PARTY

Picasso & Vino - 835 Main Ste 214

Paint your own commemorative 2025 SNOWDOWN painting! We'll teach you step by step. No experience necessary! This will be the only time we ever offer this painting to the public. Truly unique!!! Designed just for 2025 SNOWDOWN!! There might even be glitter. Be there ready to paint & sip at 2:45. Prizes for best costume. Register at picassoandvino.com. Ages 9 and older welcome.

Event Coordinator: Jadi Dietsch  970-335-8189

Entry Cost: $38

Entry Deadline: Register at picassoandvino.com at least 30 minutes before event. Arrive 15 minutes before event.

Prizes: Best Costume!

 

NEW EVENT

3 PM TIC TAC GO

Cross Fit Durango - 600 Sawmill Rd

Teams of 2 play tic tac toe with medicine balls and kettle bells. You can move the other team’s marker if you are faster than they are. Round robin style. Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Tanya Basye  970-769-5814 Crossfitdurango@gmail.com

Entry Cost: FREE

Entry Deadline: Monday Jan 20

Prizes: 1st Free month at the gym or $100 Amazon gift card, 2nd $50 Amazon gift card, 3rd $25 Amazon gift card 


NEW EVENT!

3:30 PM TEEN LIVE ACTION CLUE

Durango Public Library, Youth Services - 1900 E 3rd St

Join us for an exciting afternoon of mystery and intrigue at our Teen Live Action Clue event! Work together with friends to solve puzzles, gather clues and figure out whodunit in a thrilling interactive experience. Registration is required and space is limited. Don’t miss out on the fun! Mark your calendars! Teens 13-17 welcome!

Event Coordinator: Jenny Gaechter  970-375-3397

Entry Cost: FREE

Prizes!  

 

4 PM SNOWDOWN FOOTDOWN & BUNNY HOP BIKE CONTESTS

Lola's Place - 725 E 2nd Ave

Get ready for a wheel-spinning evening of epic fun with Lola's Place and Pedal Durango! We're hosting Footdown and Bunny Hop competitions that will test the skills and balance of Durango's bikers. Whether you're a seasoned rider or just have a competitive spirit, this event has something for everyone! Not a biker? No worries! Spectators welcome. Cheer on your favorites and soak in the energy. We’ll have music, live commentary and lots of action. All ages welcome.

FOOTDOWN CHALLENGE: How slow can you go? It’s a battle of balance! Riders will compete to see who can stay upright the longest without touching the ground or leaving the shrinking arena. Last one riding wins the title of Footdown Champion!

BUNNY HOP COMPETITION: How high can you hop? Bikers will test their jumping skills, seeing who can leap the highest over a pole on their bike—think of it as limbo in reverse, with the bar going UP instead of down!

Event Coordinator: Alec Ensign Martinez  970-385-1920

Entry Cost: FREE

Prizes!

4 PM GOOD VIBES OPERATION COMPETITION

11th Street Station - 1101 Main

Test your jitters and skill at our Operation board game classic!  Go head-to-head in a single lady/dude tournament. Speed and steadiness will be key to your success as a surgeon. Come join us for this (to say the least) entertaining event. Must be 18+.

Event Coordinator: Vanessa Suarez  716-946-3031

Entry Cost:  FREE

Prizes! 

 

4 PM NAME THAT TUNE

8th Avenue Tavern - 509 E 8th Ave

Contestants will be given clips of songs to listen to. They will then be asked to name the song and artist of the song. Each correct answer earns one point. After four or five songs, contestants will be asked to name the year the song came out to earn a bonus point. Highest point total wins! Come show us your musical knowledge. Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Amanda Mendoza  970-880-2951

Entry Cost: FREE

Entry Deadline: 15 minutes before event

Prizes!

 

4:30 PM SNOWDOWN JR KING AND QUEEN CONTEST

Best Western Rio Grande Inn - 400 E 2nd Ave

Hosted by McDonald’s and Best Western Rio Grande Inn. This one is for the 7–10 year olds from Durango elementary schools. Winning royalty will ride in the SNOWDOWN Light Parade Friday night. All ages are welcome to attend the final selection of SNOWDOWN’S Junior King and Queen to cheer for their school’s nominees.

Event Coordinator: Kathy Bowser  970-247-2446 or 970-247-3986

Entry Cost:  FREE

5 PM SNOWDOWN TYE OFF - FLY TYING CONTEST

The San Juan Angler - 600 Main Ste 202 (Upstairs)

Test your tying skills on a small (size 22), medium (size 12) and large (size 2) hook to develop 3 unique fly patterns. All materials and tools included, but please bring your own tools and vise if able to speed up the contest. No experience necessary. You don’t even need to have a Clue! All ages welcome! 

Event Coordinator: Cole Glenn  970-382-9978

Entry Cost:  FREE

Prizes:  1st, 2nd, and 3rd for Men's, Women's and Youth divisions

 

5 PM COCKTAILS FOR CONSERVATION

Public House 701 - 701 E 2nd Ave

Join us in celebrating 33 years of La Plata Open Space Conservancy at our annual SNOWDOWN fundraiser! Cocktails for Conservation is a lively, elegant event featuring exceptional cocktails, wines, fine foods, local brews and a silent auction. All proceeds from this popular event support the work by LPOSC to conserve our cherished landscapes and natural resources. Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Jennifer Zahratka  970-259-3415 x 701

Entry Cost:  General Admission $100, VIP $125

Entry Deadline: Get tickets in advance at www.lposc.org. This event always sells out!

 

5 PM IT'S YOUR MOVE CONNECT 4

11th Street Station - 1101 Main

Take it back to the good ol' days with a classic game of Connect 4. Join us for a speed-timed, tournament style battle of Connect 4! Come one, come all! Accept the challenge! Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Vanessa Suarez  716-946-3031

Entry Deadline: Saturday Jan 25

Entry Cost: FREE

Prizes! 

5:30 PM BEER TRIVIA

Carver Brewing Company - 1022 Main

Calling all beer lovers! Get ready for an evening of brain-teasing fun at our "Beer Trivia". Whether you're a beer expert or just love a local craft brew, test your brew knowledge against the brewmaster. Teams of 4 compete for great prizes! Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Claire Carver  970-259-2545

Entry Cost: $40 per team

Entry Deadline: Register in advance at www.carverbrewing.com. Registration opens 1 week prior to event.    

Prizes: Keg of beer, six-packs and Carver’s swag!  

NEW EVENT!

5:30 PM SOBER PAINT & SIP

Durango Coffee Company - 730 Main

Hosted by Durango Coffee Company. Presented by Advocates for Recovery Colorado. Get ready to unleash your inner artist at our Sober Paint and Sip, where creativity meets fun! Join us for an evening of artistic expression in a supportive, alcohol-free environment. Artistic adventure is on the Game Board! Roll the dice as our talented instructor guides you through creating your own masterpiece, step by step. No experience required! All supplies included. We’ll provide everything you need to play the game of art (canvas, paints, brushes). Sip on your favorite non-alcoholic drink as you paint and mingle with fellow players in a fun and sober space. The fee covers the cost of your art supplies and a specialty beverage from Durango Coffee Company. Must be 18+.

Event Coordinator: Candice Ludwig  970-769-8889

Entry Cost: $30

Prizes: People’s Choice, Best Personal Touch and Best Costume!

NEW EVENT!

5:30 - 7 PM ROCK-EM-SOCK-EM SNOWBOTS

The Good Fight Boxing Gym - 835 Main Ste 105

ROCK-EM, SOCK-EM, Game ON!! PILLOW FIGHTING returns to The Good Fight. Contestants will be matched, according to age, weight, and let’s face it… availability. Contestants will compete in three 30-second rounds of semi-professional pillow fighting. Judging will parallel USA Boxing score keeping. Scoring criteria include clean shots landed to the target area, style and costume. Contestants will need to fill out a waiver. Registration/prematching up until the time of the event will guarantee that you have a match. We encourage contestants to register with an opponent. All ages welcome!

Event Coordinator: Katy Kopec  806-786-8849

Entry Cost: FREE

Prizes!

 

 

5:30 PM CARDS AGAINST SNOWDOWN

VFW - 1550 Main

Have you ever wanted to be rewarded for being the most politically incorrect and offensive person in the room? Then come on down to this year's most encapsulating event... CARDS AGAINT SNOWDOWN! We take pride in flaunting that this is not a board game, nor one for the faint of heart. Join us and play through several rounds of this jaw-dropping, stomach churning, boundary shattering card game! Must be 18+.

Event Coordinator: Jasmine Anderson  970-422-3328

Entry Cost: $10

Prizes!


NEW EVENT!

6 PM  CREEK GAMES

Antlers on the Creek – 999 CR 207

Join us at Antlers on the Creek, the historic Bed and Breakfast on Lightner Creek, for an evening filled with fun and games, delicious snacks, beer, wine and great company. Whether you enjoy board games, card games or some friendly competition, there will be something for everyone. Bring your friends and family for an elevated game night. Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Desirae Brown  808-854-5561 

Entry Cost: $95

Prizes!

 

6 PM HUNGRY HUNGRY SLIDERS

11th Street Station - 1101 Main

Limited seats at this speed eating, single elimination eating competition. Chow down through the rounds with different Backcountry Gourmet sliders for each round...come with an empty belly and make it to the final three standing for the grand prize! Must be 18+.

Event Coordinator: Vanessa Suarez  716-946-3031

Entry Cost: FREE  

Prizes!  

6 PM CHAMPAGNE PONG

Animas River Lounge at the DoubleTree - 501 Camino del Rio

Teams of 2 will face off in a single elimination tournament of Champagne Pong. Get the ping pong ball in the champagne glass and Bingo – you score! Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Lucas Hess  970-382-3950

Entry Cost: $10 per team. Bring cash or payment via Venmo at the door

Entry Deadline: one hour before event

Prizes!  

 

6 PM DOWN WITH THE YAHTZEE

11th Street Station - 1101 Main

Got the right vibes and a lucky roll? Time to shake the dice and go for the Yahtzee! Test your luck, plan your moves and show off your strategy skills!  It’s a full house of fun! Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Vanessa Suarez  716-946-3031

Entry Cost: FREE

Prizes!  

 

NEW EVENT!

6 PM BOOT SKOOT'N BOOGIE DANCE OFF

The Tangled Horn Pub - 275 E 8th Ave

Dance Battle with Cowboy Boots Required. Can you out Boot-Skoot your opponent? Join us for this classic dance battle featuring everything from Gangsta music to classic 70's Boogie. Competitions will be judged by a panel of 3 for creativity, skill and burn level. All ages welcome!

Event Coordinator: Seth Broadhead 707-559-0204

Event Cost: FREE

Prizes!

 

6 PM SNOWDOWN BEER PONG

The Garage - 121 W 8th St

Teams of 2 will square off in this double elimination tournament played with traditional beer pong rules. This is a 64-team bracket. Teams should sign up early. This event fills up! Must be 21+.
Event Coordinator: Clinton Holnback 719-649-7263

Entry Cost: $20

Entry Deadline: 5:30 PM day of event, space permitting.

Prizes!

 

6 PM MAGICAL MYSTERY MUSICAL TOUR

Ska World Headquarters - 225 Girard St.

(See WEDNESDAY Jan 29, 6 PM for details)

 

6 PM S-P-O-O-N-S

Union Social House - 3062 Main

Grab those spoons! Calling all Midwestern Revelers to the game of the region. Join us in a masterful night of rowdy spoons as we battle for the coveted Spoon Crown. 15 tables will play elimination style for 5 rounds until the final round when we crown the master gamer! The game can be taught on the spot. All ages welcome!

Event Coordinator: Carol Clark  970-759-4144

Entry Cost: FREE

Prizes!

 

NEW EVENT!

6:30 PM ECSTATIC DANCE

Durango American Legion – 878 E 2nd Ave

It’s your move at Ecstatic Dance. Come join the movement where we dance our way into the game of Life. Featuring a pro DJ, high quality sound and lighting and good vibes. No shoes. No booze, just dance! Enter in back. Ages 11 and older welcome!

Event Coordinator: Cody Reinheimer  970-903-1176

Entry Cost: $15

Entry Deadline: 15 minutes before event

Prizes! 

 

 

6:30 PM POWERHOUSE SNOWDOWN TRIVIA

The Powerhouse - 1333 Camino del Rio

The Powerhouse is back with its annual SNOWDOWN Trivia! Known for its tricky questions, this year’s game gets even tougher with a SNOWDOWN twist and board game-themed challenges. Think you’ve got what it takes? Gather your team and join the fun! Age ages welcome.

Event Coordinator: Vanessa Frank  724-880-8111

Entry Cost: $5 suggested team donation

Prizes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place teams

6:30 PM SNOW JOB, BLOW JOB

Starlight Lounge - 937 Main

Who can blow the best? First person to blow a cup across a table wins the round and claims victory. Like a giant Twister coming through! Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Rick Carney  970-749-7231

Entry Cost: FREE

Prizes: 1st $50 bar tab, 2nd $25 bar tab, 3rd free drink

7 PM DOUGHMINOES DISC GOLF

11th Street Station - 1101 Main

Here's the lowdown...come test out your throwing arm with a SNOWDOWN fan favorite, Pizza Dough Disc Golf! You only get one dough ball and three baskets, so go big or play it safe, whatever your winning strategy style! You get one play on the field to earn the lowest score amongst all competitors. Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Vanessa Suarez  716-946-3031

Entry Cost: FREE

Prizes: Lowest 3 scores and ALL eagles 

 

7 PM 80's VIDEO DANCE & PARTY

Animas City Theatre - 128 E College Drive

Dress up in your 80's attire and come enjoy your favorite 80's videos playing on our movie screen, music ranging from Ah-Ha to ZZ Top, and every one between. Tickets available only online or at the door (cash only) night of show. Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Michele Redding 970-799-2281

Event Cost: $15

 

NEW EVENT!

7 PM STEIN- STRONG SHOWDOWN  

EsoTerra - 558 Main

Think you’ve got what it takes to hold your own? Welcome to the Stein-Strong Showdown, where your strength, stamina, and cider-loving spirit are put to the ultimate test! Contestants face off, gripping full glasses of cider at shoulder height, arms trembling, faces determined, and the crowd roaring with cheers. As the seconds tick by, glasses wobble, arms quake, and competitors drop one by one. Only the mightiest champion will emerge victorious, earning eternal bragging rights and a refill! It’s a battle of grit, cider, and sheer willpower. Must be 18+.

Event Coordinator: Elizabeth Philbrick 202-577-6583

Entry Cost: $10 (includes drink)

Prizes!

 

NEW EVENT!

7 PM DRAG TRIVIA

Starlight Lounge - 937 Main

Trivia contest hosted by everyone’s favorite drag queen, the amazing Aria PettyOne. A Trivial Pursuit of the finest kind! Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Rick Carney  970-749-7231

Entry Cost:  FREE

Prizes:  1st - $50 Bar tab, 2nd - $25 Bar tab, 3rd - FREE drink

 

8 PM SNOWDOWN FOLLIES GALA PREMIER PERFORMANCE

Durango Arts Center - 802 E 2nd Ave

(See TUESDAY Jan 29, 8 PM for details)

 

8 PM DRAG RACE AND FASHION SHOW

El Rancho Tavern - 975 Main

Don’t get your panties in a Twister! Come strut your stuff. Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Chip Lile  970-749-1816

Entry Cost: FREE

Entry Deadline: 60 minutes before event

Prizes: Best Queen, King and overall favorite


9 PM LINE DANCING COMPETITION

Wild Horse Saloon - 601 E 2nd Ave Ste A

Ages 18-80 get to battle it out on the dance floor!! One Line Dance at a time!  Must be 18+.

Event Coordinator: Amber Morris  405-245-9968

Entry Cost:  No registration fee. There will be $5 cover at the door.

Prizes: 1st - $250 cash plus VIP Club Card, 2nd - $100 cash, 3rd - $50 cash  

NEW EVENT!

10 PM DDD - DURANGO DRAG DANCE

Starlight Lounge - 937 Main

Dance the night away with DJ Aria PettyOne!  Must be 21+.

Event Coordinator: Rick Carney  970-749-7231

Entry Cost: FREE

Prizes!

 

10 PM KARAOKE CONTEST

8th Avenue Tavern – 509 E 8th Ave

(See FRIDAY Jan 24, 10 PM for details)