Now located right in the plaza, Expert Edge gives you the chance to demo your favorite new gear and find your ideal setup.

From right here in our slice of heaven in Southwest Colorado, Black Diamond Breakdown brings the energy with bluegrass tunes sure to get your hips swayin and your toes tappin!

Kick up those boots and unwind with live music on Purgy's patio! Sean and Chad with Horseshirt will be playing live on January 17th, from 12 PM to 3 PM. Horseshirt is known for their iconic signature blend of cosmic Southwest country and rockin’ blues. Their sound rolls from mellow desert tones to gritty, foot-stompin’ […]

Join us for a special two-day event featuring the whiskeys of High West Distillery!

Come watch some impressive skiing during the USSA Super G and Giant Slalom race event.

On select dates this winter, we’re offering the opportunity for a limited number of guests to board Lift 1 at 7:30 am and ski/ride laps on Lift 3 and 8 before the mountain opens. First Tracks Access grants you early morning turns and the opportunity to claim first tracks on the mountain. With First Tracks Brunch, you can celebrate at the Backside Bistro after your early turns with Champagne, warm pastries and a buffet brunch, served up fresh. Learn more. Season pass or lift ticket required to participate.

Your chance to ski uphill at Purgatory! Join us for the Annual Rando Race, a fantastic benefit event for the Know the Snow Fund!

Trade the slopes for the Spritz for an afternoon! Ski your way out to Dante's Deck for a special event Sunday, January 25th 12 PM - 2 PM where we will have good vibes, specials on aperol, and giveaways!Whether you're needing a quick refuel between runs or looking for a midday ski party, Dante's is […]

Join us at Purgatory for next year's Snowdown theme announcement, a ski parade, and a family friendly competition, complete with prizes!

Elevate your après experience at the Bear Bar Sunday, January 25th. We’re teaming up with High West to bring you an afternoon of premium spirits and the chance to take home a rad, new, FREE, snowboard! 21+ Guests can enjoy High West samples. We'll be giving away raffle tickets for your chance to win a […]

In this USASA event, competitors will throw down on the rails and see if they've got what it takes to bring home first.

Kick up those boots and unwind with live music on Purgy's patio! Sean and Chad with Horseshirt will be playing live on January 31st, from 12 PM to 3 PM. Horseshirt is known for their iconic signature blend of cosmic Southwest country and rockin’ blues. Their sound rolls from mellow desert tones to gritty, foot-stompin’ […]

Your Saturday apres plans have just gotten smoother. High West will be partnering with Purgatory to bring smooth pours and good vibes to the Bear Bar High West will be providing samples and specials for 21+ guests on Saturday, January 31st, from 3-5 PM at the Bear Bar.

The only cure for a cold front: tequila and skiing! 🥳 Saturday, January 31st come hang out with us at Purgy's Bar from 4-6 pm! After you've tackled the slopes all day there's no better way to melt the chill away with ice-cold tequila! It’s the perfect transition from a hard day's skiing to an […]

Spectacular views of the San Juans, a unique mountaintop culinary experience, and an enclosed snowcat ride, all in one!

Durango High School is hosting a CHSAA (Colorado High School Athletics Activities)  Giant Slalom on Friday February, 6th at Purgatory in the Paradise Race Area.

Join us at Bear Bar on Friday, February 6th from 2-4 PM!

It's gearing up to be a day of good vibes and great beer.

The perfect pause between runs. Join us Saturday, February 7th, from 12:00–2:00 PM for smooth pours and the pick up you need to elevate your ski day. Enjoy High West samples, drink specials, and giveaways for guests 21+, plus live music on the Powderhouse Deck to set the tone before your next laps.

Live music on Purgy’s Patio is back! Come catch The Rev on February 7th playing from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM.This Saturday, we’re keeping the winter magic rolling with a band that brings a folk-meets-indie, fun-lovin’ feel to every song they play. Their sound is light, bright, and full of that easygoing charm that pairs […]

On select dates this winter, we’re offering the opportunity for a limited number of guests to board Lift 1 at 7:30 am and ski/ride laps on Lift 3 and 8 before the mountain opens. First Tracks Access grants you early morning turns and the opportunity to claim first tracks on the mountain. With First Tracks Brunch, you can celebrate at the Backside Bistro after your early turns with Champagne, warm pastries and a buffet brunch, served up fresh. Learn more. Season pass or lift ticket required to participate.

Now located right in the plaza, Expert Edge gives you the chance to demo your favorite new gear and find your ideal setup.

Couples who demo together, stay together. For the price of one, you and your partner can find your next set up at demo days.

Fall in love with après at Purgy's Friday, February 13th. Purgatory is teaming up with High West for an afternoon of premium pours and a little Valentine’s surprise. Guests 21+ can enjoy High West samples, plus receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win a free snowboard! Nothing says love like new gear. 💕🍸🏂 […]

Come celebrate a day of Telemark skiing.  We’ll have free gear demos from several shops and manufacturers.

Spend your Valentine's day on the slopes and the lifts won't be the only thing sweeping you off your feet.

This Valentine's day join us on Purgy's Patio for live music with the Maybe Tomorrow Band: local outlaw country folk rock group that is worth falling for. Come for the tunes, stay for the swoons.

Lifts may close, but the good vibes don’t have to. Spice up your Valentine’s Day après with DJ XENO and B3AU from 4–6 PM playing in Purgy’s! There will be Grand Marnier and Aperol specials, samples, and giveaways to set the mood. Bring your ski crew, your sweetheart, or both! Let's party!

Give yourself the gift of a day out with Venture Snowboards. You might just find your next new ride!

Booze and Boards Galore! Ska Brewing will be joining us on the mountain again with brews and great vibes on the Purgy's Patio.

It’s time for the annual Ski Bike Rally! This is the longest running ski bike festival in the country! If you have a ski bike, this is the weekend to bring it!

Live music on Purgy’s Patio is back! Come catch The Rev on February 21st playing from 12 PM to 3 PM.

On select dates this winter, we’re offering the opportunity for a limited number of guests to board Lift 1 at 7:30 am and ski/ride laps on Lift 3 and 8 before the mountain opens. First Tracks Access grants you early morning turns and the opportunity to claim first tracks on the mountain. With First Tracks Brunch, you can celebrate at the Backside Bistro after your early turns with Champagne, warm pastries and a buffet brunch, served up fresh. Learn more. Season pass or lift ticket required to participate.

You've been skiing powder all week. We know you need a drink and a quick leg rest to keep shredding the pow. Rock the slopes then come rock out! Ben Gibson, a local artist, rock musician, guitarist, and singer/songwriter, who will be returning to the Purgy's Patio to play rock and roll music! Join us […]

Be among the first to try select Rossignol skis and boards from the 2026/2027 collection. Meet us on The Beach at Purgatory to test next season’s gear on snow, so you can try before you buy!

The Dave Spencer Ski Classic is back! Get ready for an awesome weekend of racing and celebrating in support of Adaptive Sports Association.

This winter Southwest Freestyle will be hosting two freestyle competitions at Purgatory Resort!

The beauty of Uncle Clyde’s Run & Slide is in its simplicity. Teams complete as many up-down relay laps as they can on Purgatory’s tubing hill in 90 minutes.  It sounds ridiculous, possibly strenuous and undoubtedly fun.