The Durango Arts Center (DAC) is excited to celebrate its 27th year of the Durango Autumn Arts Festival. Organized as a benefit event by and for the region’s premiere non-profit arts organization serving Durango and the Four Corners region, this beloved festival attracts a large audience to experience fine art and crafts from around the country. It is our biggest fundraiser of the year!

WHEN: Saturday, September 18th & Sunday, September 19 10 am – 5 pm

WHERE: The Durango Autumn Arts Festival takes place amidst the fall colors on Second Avenue in historic downtown Durango, Colorado. The wide avenue, lined with restaurants and a variety of shops, is one block east of Main Avenue, a popular gathering place for shoppers and thousands of visitors who fill the town each fall. 

WHO: The Festival welcomes 6,500-7,000 visitors each year. Artists and craftspeople report the show is well organized, offers great hospitality, and attracts friendly, steady crowds. 

COVID-19: As it has in the past several months, DAC will implement all current and necessary Covid-related guidelines mandated by the state and county health agencies to keep Festival vendors, visitors, and volunteers safe.