What’s Happening Around Durango | Week of April 7, 2026

You’re watching the Local News Network brought to you by Freddy’s Frozen Custard and Steakburgers, and Happy Pappy’s Pizza and Wings. On Friday, April 10th, head over to Miller Middle School for Stillwater Music’s Battle of the Bands. Bands will be competing for three prizes: Local Love awarded for raising the most funds, Fan Favorite for winning over the crowd, and Stage Stars for most creative costumes and stage presence. This is one of Stillwater Music’s biggest fundraisers of the year, supporting youth music programs and scholarships. Doors open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7 PM. Admission is free. The Durango Bluegrass Meltdown returns April 10th through the 12th for three days of national, regional, and local bluegrass music across multiple downtown venues. In addition to ticketed concerts, free public events include a Friday welcome concert, Contra Dance, Saturday Night Barn Dance, and late night shows. Tickets are available online or in person at Animas Trading Company. For more information, visit durangomeltdown.com. And on Saturday, April 11th, the Colorado Black Equity Study is hosting a free community listening session at Fort Lewis College’s Skyhawk Station, room one 18 from noon to 2:00 PM. The study conducted by History Colorado is researching practices and policies that have harmfully impacted black Coloradans, and is gathering input from communities through personal experiences. This is an opportunity for Durango residents to learn about the study’s progress and share their lived experiences in a guided discussion. Light food and beverages will be provided, and RSVP is encouraged. Thank you for watching the Local News Network. For more events happening in your area, visit whatshappeningdurango.com. And for more stories like this, visit durangolocal.news.