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  • January 2026

  • Sat 17
    Horseshirt
    Featured January 17@12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Live Music with Horseshirt

    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. […]

    Free
  • Fri 23
    Bartender is pouring tequila into glass against the background of the bar.
    Featured January 23@4:00 pm - January 24@6:00 pm

    High West Flask & Engraving Giveaway

    Purgy's 24 Sheol St, Durango, CO, United States

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

    Free!
  • Sat 24
    A man races down a slalom course during a ski competition
    Featured January 24@9:00 am - January 25@4:00 pm

    Purgatory Ski Team Race

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

  • Sun 25
    two friends share a drink at Dantes restaurant with snow in the background
    Featured January 25@7:30 am - 10:30 am

    First Tracks

    Dante's Backside Bistro #1 Skier Place, Durango, Colorado, United States

    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.

  • Sun 25
    Featured January 25@8:00 am - 10:00 am

    Know The Snow SkiMo Race

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

  • Sun 25
    Featured January 25@12:30 pm - 4:00 pm

    Snowdown Kickoff Party, Parade, and Theme Announcement

    Purgy's Patio 24 Sheol St, Durango, CO, United States

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

  • Sat 31
    A skier slides along the rails during a rail jam competition
    Featured January 31@9:00 am - February 1@4:00 pm

    USASA Rail Jam & Slopestyle Competition

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

  • Sat 31
    Horseshirt
    Featured January 31@12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

    Live Music with Horseshirt

    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. […]

    Free
  • Sat 31
    Bartender is pouring tequila into glass against the background of the bar.
    Featured January 31@4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

    Friday’s Socorro Tequila at Purgy’s Bar

    Purgy's 24 Sheol St, Durango, CO, United States

    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 […]

  • Sat 31
    delectable dining at snowcat excursion
    Featured January 31@4:00 pm - 9:00 pm

    Snowcat Dining Excursion

    The Powderhouse & Pitchfork Pub at Purgatory Resort #1 Skier Place, CO, United States

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

    $250
  • February 2026

  • Fri 6
    A woman poses with her new ska-themed snowboard from Venture Snowboards
    Featured February 6@12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

    Ska Party

    Dante's Backside Bistro #1 Skier Place, Durango, Colorado, United States

    Join us at Dante's Bar on Friday, February 6th from 12–2 PM!

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

  • Sat 7
    live music on purgy's patio
    Featured February 7@12:30 pm - 3:30 pm

    Live Music at Purgy’s with The Rev!

    Purgy's Patio 24 Sheol St, Durango, CO, United States

    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 […]

    Free
  • Sun 8
    two friends share a drink at Dantes restaurant with snow in the background
    Featured February 8@7:30 am - 10:30 am

    First Tracks

    Dante's Backside Bistro #1 Skier Place, Durango, Colorado, United States

    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.

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