The City of Durango accepts photo submissions through August 1 for the cover of the 2026 budget book. This week Durango also has a firefly viewing party at Sunnyside Farms on Friday, June 19. And Purgatory Resort‘s Summer Opening Day Celebration on Saturday, June 20, just in time for Father’s Day weekend.
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You’re watching the Local News Network brought to you by FASTSIGNS Durango and the FLC Center for Innovation. The City of Durango is now accepting photo submissions through August 1st for the cover of the 2026 budget book. The winner will receive a year-long parking pass for the Transit Center lot valued at $300 along with City of Durango swag. For more information, visit the City of Durango website durangoco.gov. This Friday, June 19th, the La Plata Open Space Conservancy hosts a firefly viewing party at Sunnyside Farms from 7:00 to 10:00 PM. The evening features food by Meadow Market, refreshing beverages, and conversation with firefly experts from Fort Lewis College before stepping outside to watch the fireflies light up the night. Tickets are $120 per person with proceeds supporting LPOSC and a complimentary youth firefly event with Big Brothers Big Sisters. For tickets, visit lposc.org. Then on Saturday June 20th, Purgatory Resort kicks off its summer opening day celebration from noon to 3:00 PM. The bike park, mountain coaster, and alpine slide are back for the season alongside cold beer, activities, and live music. It’s the perfect way to kick off Father’s Day weekend with the whole family. For more information, visit purgatory.ski. For more events happening in your area, visit whatshappeningdurango.com. And for more stories like this, visit LNN.news.
