The Durango Arts Center presents the 21st annual Durango Autumn Arts Festival on 2nd Avenue in historic downtown Durango. A favorite in Southwest Colorado, the festival is a well-loved and attended community event, known for the quality of fine art and fine craft and a friendly atmosphere for both its artists and its guests.

The festival showcases up to 90 fine artists and fine craftspeople from around the country, as well as local musicians and performers from the 2nd Avenue Stage. Creation Station offers art activities for youths and adults.

Festival Facts

90 fine artists & fine craftspeople juried by arts professionals from the region

Located on East 2nd Avenue between College and 9th Streets – closed to auto traffic

Free admission for all

Live local musicians and performers from the 2nd Avenue Stage all weekend

Delectable treats by local artisanal food purveyors and microbrews

Creation Station offering hands-on art activities for all ages

Festival is a fundraising event for the Durango Arts Center