Durango SnowDown 2020

January 9, 2020 admin

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Theme

This year marks the 42nd time this annual event has been held. The fun takes place from January 29th – February 1st this year. Started as a way to get people outside and encourage them to enjoy nature during the winter season, SnowDown has been hailed as one of the Top 5 winter festivals in the United States! And with good reason too! SnowDown is a great way to brighten your spirits during a season that can be long, cold, and dark. With an average snowfall of nearly 80 inches, it can be quite easy to adopt hibernation activities. This year, the theme is Rock N’ Roll which is sure to draw a crowd. There are over 100 events that typically take place during this annual attraction. Dress up as your favorite Rock N’ Roll artist and make your way downtown to enjoy the festivity.

Lights, Camera, Action! See the Magic of Durango

One of the attractions that draws people from far and wide is the nighttime parade. The action can be found on Main Street, from College Drive to 12th Street and is the only nighttime parade in town. Entrants are encouraged to incorporate lights into their float display to add to the ambiance of the downtown extravaganza, where glamorous-themed lighted floats add magic to the festivities. Entrants into the float parade of lights will have a chance to win trophies from nearly a dozen divisions. Get extra points for adhering to the theme and a creative use of lights on the floats.

Eat, Drink, and Be Merry at Durango SnowDown 2020

This year, there are several unique events for adult spectators to enjoy. Do you fancy yourself a mixologist? If so, why not try your skills at the 2020 SnowDown Bloody Mary Contest? Held the Saturday of SnowDown, the Bloody Mary Contest includes a cash prize for the winners, and promises to be an all-around good time. If you plan on entering into the contest, be prepared. Previous years have seen contestants hand out over 300 samples during the event. If Bloody Marys leave you a bit peckish, you’re in luck! There are several downtown restaurants to pop into to grab a bite, or you can enter and/or sample some of the homemade chili made by some of the best home cooks in the area!

For something completely different, there is also the Annual Bed Race. During this event, you and four of your friends compete to make it down the street while pushing a bed. No need to take your bed downtown though, as the beds are provided for this event. All proceeds of the bed race, including entry fees, go to the 100 Club of Durango. The charity provides assistance to the family of fallen first responders in La Plata County.

Puttering Around Downtown Durango

If golf is more your speed, you can enter the Outlaw Josie Pete’s Golf Tournament, which will send you to a variety of downtown businesses where you will find each hole is located in a different downtown establishment. Feel more like being a spectator than a participant? Not a problem, as you can watch the festivities as you make your way through downtown Durango. Holes for the golf tournament can be found at Carver’s Brewing, The Palace, The Balcony, The Irish Embassy, The Diamond Belle, Steamworks, Joel’s, The Elks Lodge, Derailed Pour House, Moe’s Lounge, Gazpacho, The Red Snapper, Durango Craft Spirits, Wild Horse Saloon, 2nd Ave. Deli, Olde Tymers, El Rancho, Father’s Daughters Pizza, Cuckoos, The Roost, The Garage, Fired Up Pizza, and several more locations throughout the downtown area.

Music

As the theme implies, there will be plenty of musical entertainment to enjoy. Many local artists and performers flock to this annual event to showcase their talents, as well as take in the new talent of up and coming artists. Keep up with the newest updates on the lineup of artists for this year’s SnowDown!

Conclusion

As you can see, there is plenty to do year-round here in Durango. From exploring the feasts of the talented chefs who call the area home, to the energy of a bustling, yet friendly downtown, there is certainly something for just about everyone. If you find yourself traveling to Durango for fun, why not live where you have fun? Let the folks over at The Property Manager work with you to find a place you can call home. You’ll be closer to all of the fun events that take place throughout the year!