Saturday, December 16 2023
3rd Annual Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration
Downtown Pagosa Springs
Pagosa Springs, Colorado
Join us December 16th from 5-7pm for the 3rd annual Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration in downtown Pagosa Springs.
Enjoy over 20 Christmas-themed displays and activities, a hot air balloon glow, live music, free hot chocolate and cider, games, toys and other goodies. And, of course, Santa Claus! Santa will arrive by horse-drawn sleigh at his workshop at the Visitor Center shortly after 5pm, with opportunities to view his arrival along San Juan Street and Hot Springs Blvd bridge.
The route extends along the Riverwalk from Centennial Park to Town Park, crossing Veterans Bridge and down San Juan Street to the visitor center. Entry points for the walking route include (1) Town Park, (2) Visitor Center and (3) Centennial Park. Look for decorated white tents at the key entry points to receive decorative lights and a scavenger hunt card to win a free ornament.
Attendees are encouraged to bring flashlights. The event will be held regardless of weather!
This event is a collaboration of the Town of Pagosa Springs and The Pagosa Springs SUN.
Please join us for a fun and festive evening in downtown Pagosa Springs to celebrate the spirit of the holiday season.
Road Closure Alert
The Town of Pagosa Springs would like to alert the community that there will be road closures in downtown Pagosa Springs during the Old Fashioned Christmas Celebration on December 16th. Between 4:45pm and 7pm, Hot Springs Boulevard will be closed to vehicular traffic from Hermosa Street to south of San Juan Street. Additionally, Hermosa Street will be closed from Town Park to Hot Springs Blvd. Traffic will not be permitted from Hwy 160 onto Hot Springs Blvd during the event. Any traffic needing to access the businesses south on Hot Springs will need to take an alternative route from Apache Street or Light Plant Road.
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Live Music @ The Springs Resort- Lodge Atrium
Live Music and cocktails with Bob Hemenger. Soulful Sax & Vocals. 5-7pm.
Come play music, sing, practice your stand up comedy or read some poetry. Hosted by Carl Mori. 6pm.
Wolf Creek Ski Area Local's Day ~ Everyone's a Local!
2023 Local Appreciation Days! No Proof of Residency Required - Everyone's a local! Come out and enjoy the slopes like a local! $62 Adult lift ticket $43 Seniors $32 Child https://wolfcreekski.com/local-appreciation-days/
Live Music @ El Camino Lounge & Grill
Full-service food, beverages & Live Music with Brooks-i & Belcher. https://motelsoco.com/calendar. 5pm.
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Bingo @ John Paul II Catholic Church
Food, beverages & Bingo for the whole family. Doors open at 5pm. Early bird games at 5:45pm. Regular Bingo starts at 6pm.
Wolf Creek Ski Area Local's Day ~ Everyone's a Local!
2023 Local Appreciation Days! No Proof of Residency Required - Everyone's a local! Come out and enjoy the slopes like a local! $62 Adult lift ticket $43 Seniors $32 Child https://wolfcreekski.com/local-appreciation-days/
Come dance your socks off every Second Saturday of each month. Food, cocktails & dance night with DJ $an Juan. No cover. 9pm-Midnight.
Bamboo Fly Rod Building Class @ PJ's Fine Bamboo Rods
PJ's will host six-day bamboo fly rod building classes numerous times a year. Build your own handcrafted bamboo fly rod from a culm of bamboo to your very own custom bamboo fly rod. 8:30am. Register at https://pjsfinebamboo.com/classes.
Brews for Rescues Beer Festival @ Yamaguchi Park
SW Colorado's first Dog-Centric beer fest that is just as much for your dog as it is for you! Unlimited beer tasting. Over 40 beers, fun dog show, food trucks & music. brewsforrescues2023.eventbrite.com. $30. 1-5pm.
Join us for a community clean-up day followed by a free BBQ and homemade ice cream contest (in honor of Larry Fisher) with live music. We look forward to seeing you! 9am-1pm.
Book Release Party @ The Neon Mallard Cocktail Lounge
Charcuterie Plates, special cocktails & An Evening In Between the Magic. A Memoir with local Author, Juliette Watt. Book Signing, prize for best costume, music, stories. Step back in time and enjoy a night of sophistication and glamour. 6-8pm.
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8th Annual Pints, Pools & Paddles @ The Springs Resort
Pagosa Paddle Race, Saturday at 10am. Ticket information coming soon.
Second Chance Prom @ Ross Aragon Community Center
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Mysteries of Chimney Rock Morning Tour @ Chimney Rock National Monument
Learn about the ancestral Puebloan way of life and tour the place that they called home over one thousand years ago. This tour includes both the lower Mesa Village trail and the upper Great House Pueblo trail. Tickets and more information at https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. Check-in 7:45-8am; Program begins 8-10:15am.
Opening Day @ Chimney Rock National Monument
Chimney Rock National Monument lies within the San Juan National Forest, between Pagosa Springs and Durango, encompassing 4,726 acres, preserving hundreds of prehistoric sites that dot the landscape around the twin spires. A sacred place that celebrates the life of Ancestral Puebloans over 1000 years ago. Open 7 days a week, May 15-October 14. Programs range in price from $5-$25. https://chimneyrockco.org. The gift Shop is open from 9am-4:30pm.
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Geology Morning Tour @ Chimney Rock National Monument
Guided tour explores local geology and its relationship to the daily lives of the ancestral Puebloans who lived at Chimney Rock. Tour participants will hear the events in the ancient geology of the area and learn how to identify a common trace fossil in the area. The relationship between the pillars and the South San Juan Mountains in terms of astronomical observations will be discussed. Tickets and more information: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. Check-in: 7:45-8:00am. 8am.
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Sketching at the Pinnacles @ Chimney Rock National Monument
This class is part art, part reflection, part nature study, and a little visit to Chimney Rock-all rolled into one! Reserve in advance at https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. The entry gate will open for check-in at 5pm and will be locked at 5:15pm. $20. 5:15pm.
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Mysteries of Chimney Rock Evening Tour @ Chimney Rock National Monument
Learn about the ancestral Puebloan way of life and tour the place that they called home over one thousand years ago. This tour includes both the lower Mesa Village trail and the upper Great House Pueblo trail. Tickets and more information at https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. Check-in 4:45-5pm; Program begins 5-7:15pm.
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Geology Evening Tour @ Chimney Rock National Monument
Guided tour explores local geology and its relationship to the daily lives of the ancestral Puebloans who lived at Chimney Rock. Tour participants will hear the events in the ancient geology of the area and learn how to identify a common trace fossil in the area. The relationship between the pillars and the South San Juan Mountains in terms of astronomical observations will be discussed. Tickets and more information: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. Check-in: 4:45-5:00pm. 5pm.
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Mysteries of Chimney Rock Morning Tour @ Chimney Rock National Monument
Learn about the ancestral Puebloan way of life and tour the place that they called home over one thousand years ago. This tour includes both the lower Mesa Village trail and the upper Great House Pueblo trail. Tickets and more information at https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. Check-in 7:45-8am; Program begins 8-10:15am.
Live Music @ The Springs Resort- Lodge Atrium
Live Music and cocktails with Bob Hemenger. Soulful Sax & Vocals. 5-7pm.
Come play music, sing, practice your stand up comedy or read some poetry. Hosted by Carl Mori. 6pm.
Wolf Creek Ski Area Local's Day ~ Everyone's a Local!
2023 Local Appreciation Days! No Proof of Residency Required - Everyone's a local! Come out and enjoy the slopes like a local! $62 Adult lift ticket $43 Seniors $32 Child https://wolfcreekski.com/local-appreciation-days/
Live Music @ El Camino Lounge & Grill
Full-service food, beverages & Live Music with Brooks-i & Belcher. https://motelsoco.com/calendar. 5pm.
Bingo @ John Paul II Catholic Church
Food, beverages & Bingo for the whole family. Doors open at 5pm. Early bird games at 5:45pm. Regular Bingo starts at 6pm.
Wolf Creek Ski Area Local's Day ~ Everyone's a Local!
2023 Local Appreciation Days! No Proof of Residency Required - Everyone's a local! Come out and enjoy the slopes like a local! $62 Adult lift ticket $43 Seniors $32 Child https://wolfcreekski.com/local-appreciation-days/
Come dance your socks off every Second Saturday of each month. Food, cocktails & dance night with DJ $an Juan. No cover. 9pm-Midnight.
Bamboo Fly Rod Building Class @ PJ's Fine Bamboo Rods
PJ's will host six-day bamboo fly rod building classes numerous times a year. Build your own handcrafted bamboo fly rod from a culm of bamboo to your very own custom bamboo fly rod. 8:30am. Register at https://pjsfinebamboo.com/classes.
Brews for Rescues Beer Festival @ Yamaguchi Park
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Join us for a community clean-up day followed by a free BBQ and homemade ice cream contest (in honor of Larry Fisher) with live music. We look forward to seeing you! 9am-1pm.
Book Release Party @ The Neon Mallard Cocktail Lounge
Charcuterie Plates, special cocktails & An Evening In Between the Magic. A Memoir with local Author, Juliette Watt. Book Signing, prize for best costume, music, stories. Step back in time and enjoy a night of sophistication and glamour. 6-8pm.
8th Annual Pints, Pools & Paddles @ The Springs Resort
Pagosa Paddle Race, Saturday at 10am. Ticket information coming soon.
Second Chance Prom @ Ross Aragon Community Center
A fundraiser for Pagosa Community Initiative. Sponsored by Carrie Blue-White with Trusted Rate and The Pagosa Springs Barber Shop. 7-10pm.
Mysteries of Chimney Rock Morning Tour @ Chimney Rock National Monument
Learn about the ancestral Puebloan way of life and tour the place that they called home over one thousand years ago. This tour includes both the lower Mesa Village trail and the upper Great House Pueblo trail. Tickets and more information at https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. Check-in 7:45-8am; Program begins 8-10:15am.
Opening Day @ Chimney Rock National Monument
Chimney Rock National Monument lies within the San Juan National Forest, between Pagosa Springs and Durango, encompassing 4,726 acres, preserving hundreds of prehistoric sites that dot the landscape around the twin spires. A sacred place that celebrates the life of Ancestral Puebloans over 1000 years ago. Open 7 days a week, May 15-October 14. Programs range in price from $5-$25. https://chimneyrockco.org. The gift Shop is open from 9am-4:30pm.
Geology Morning Tour @ Chimney Rock National Monument
Guided tour explores local geology and its relationship to the daily lives of the ancestral Puebloans who lived at Chimney Rock. Tour participants will hear the events in the ancient geology of the area and learn how to identify a common trace fossil in the area. The relationship between the pillars and the South San Juan Mountains in terms of astronomical observations will be discussed. Tickets and more information: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. Check-in: 7:45-8:00am. 8am.
Sketching at the Pinnacles @ Chimney Rock National Monument
This class is part art, part reflection, part nature study, and a little visit to Chimney Rock-all rolled into one! Reserve in advance at https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. The entry gate will open for check-in at 5pm and will be locked at 5:15pm. $20. 5:15pm.
Mysteries of Chimney Rock Evening Tour @ Chimney Rock National Monument
Learn about the ancestral Puebloan way of life and tour the place that they called home over one thousand years ago. This tour includes both the lower Mesa Village trail and the upper Great House Pueblo trail. Tickets and more information at https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. Check-in 4:45-5pm; Program begins 5-7:15pm.
Geology Evening Tour @ Chimney Rock National Monument
Guided tour explores local geology and its relationship to the daily lives of the ancestral Puebloans who lived at Chimney Rock. Tour participants will hear the events in the ancient geology of the area and learn how to identify a common trace fossil in the area. The relationship between the pillars and the South San Juan Mountains in terms of astronomical observations will be discussed. Tickets and more information: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. Check-in: 4:45-5:00pm. 5pm.
Mysteries of Chimney Rock Morning Tour @ Chimney Rock National Monument
Learn about the ancestral Puebloan way of life and tour the place that they called home over one thousand years ago. This tour includes both the lower Mesa Village trail and the upper Great House Pueblo trail. Tickets and more information at https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/234787. Check-in 7:45-8am; Program begins 8-10:15am.
Live Music @ The Springs Resort- Lodge Atrium
Live Music and cocktails with Bob Hemenger. Soulful Sax & Vocals. 5-7pm.
Come play music, sing, practice your stand up comedy or read some poetry. Hosted by Carl Mori. 6pm.
Wolf Creek Ski Area Local's Day ~ Everyone's a Local!
2023 Local Appreciation Days! No Proof of Residency Required - Everyone's a local! Come out and enjoy the slopes like a local! $62 Adult lift ticket $43 Seniors $32 Child https://wolfcreekski.com/local-appreciation-days/
Live Music @ El Camino Lounge & Grill
Full-service food, beverages & Live Music with Brooks-i & Belcher. https://motelsoco.com/calendar. 5pm.
Bingo @ John Paul II Catholic Church
Food, beverages & Bingo for the whole family. Doors open at 5pm. Early bird games at 5:45pm. Regular Bingo starts at 6pm.
Wolf Creek Ski Area Local's Day ~ Everyone's a Local!
2023 Local Appreciation Days! No Proof of Residency Required - Everyone's a local! Come out and enjoy the slopes like a local! $62 Adult lift ticket $43 Seniors $32 Child https://wolfcreekski.com/local-appreciation-days/
Come dance your socks off every Second Saturday of each month. Food, cocktails & dance night with DJ $an Juan. No cover. 9pm-Midnight.
Bamboo Fly Rod Building Class @ PJ's Fine Bamboo Rods
PJ's will host six-day bamboo fly rod building classes numerous times a year. Build your own handcrafted bamboo fly rod from a culm of bamboo to your very own custom bamboo fly rod. 8:30am. Register at https://pjsfinebamboo.com/classes.
Brews for Rescues Beer Festival @ Yamaguchi Park
SW Colorado's first Dog-Centric beer fest that is just as much for your dog as it is for you! Unlimited beer tasting. Over 40 beers, fun dog show, food trucks & music. brewsforrescues2023.eventbrite.com. $30. 1-5pm.
Join us for a community clean-up day followed by a free BBQ and homemade ice cream contest (in honor of Larry Fisher) with live music. We look forward to seeing you! 9am-1pm.
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