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RIDGWAY AREA EVENTS

Local Events


Friday, May 24 to October 11
Fridays, from 10am-2pm

Ridgway Farmers Market

In their 23rd year, the Ridgway Farmers Market brings the best of Colorado’s farmers and artists ...
Tuesday, August 27 to December 17
Each Tuesday from 1pm - 4pm

Mah Jong

Mah Jong at the Ridgway Library on Tuesdays from 1-4 PM. All skill levels are welcome, and mater...
Thursday, September 5 to September 10
Open daily from 11AM to 9PM (except Wednesdays)

True Grit Café Daily Specials

True Grit Café offers thoughtfully crafted specials, daily, to delight your taste buds!
Monday, September 9 from 6:00pm-7:30pm
Sept, 9, 16, 23, 30

Facing the Mourning

This support group is a free four-session program designed to help with the grieving process by u...
Monday, September 9 to September 11
6-9pm

Adventures in Improv

Instructor: Josh Nicols When: Sept 9th-11th, 6-9pm Where: The Sherbino Theater Cost: $120 ...
Tuesday, September 10 from 9:00am-2:30pm

Partners 9th Annual Duck Race at the Func Fest

Buy a duck for $2.00 or 3 for $5.00. Have fun watching them race in 3 heats then the final race f...
Tuesday, September 10 from 10:00am-12:00pm
Every second Tuesday of the month

MONTHLY WELCOME HOME ALLIANCE VETERAN’S COFFEE @ THE SHERBINO

Every Branch. Every Era. Every Ability. Offering coffee, donuts and camaraderie. Mike Trickey and...
Tuesday, September 10 at 12:00pm
at the corner of Clinton and Cora

Colorado Grand

The Colorado Grand® is an annual charity tour for 1960 and earlier sports and race cars of distin...
Tuesday, September 10 from 6:30pm-8:30pm

Watercolor & Wine with Cheri Isgreen: “Little Birdies”-Ridgway

Wine & Watercolor is not your typical art class. Be prepared to sip libations, laugh and let go o...
Wednesday, September 11 to January 24
Workshop Dates Vary

“Bee Well” Wellness Workshop Series | Fall 2024 - Winter 2025

Dive into the wisdom of powerful healers of the San Juan Mountain Region. Prices vary for worksho...
Wednesday, September 11 from 6:00pm-7:30pm
2nd and 3rd Wednesday of September

Empower Your Love Life Workshop #1

Unraveling the Psychology of Attraction: The Secrets to Awaken Love’s Eternal Flame. Kristin's mi...
Thursday, September 12 to September 17
Open daily from 11AM to 9PM (except Wednesdays)

True Grit Café Daily Specials

True Grit Café offers thoughtfully crafted specials, daily, to delight your taste buds!
Thursday, September 12 from 7:00pm-9:00pm

Ridgway Ecstatic Dance

7-9 PM || $15 Join us for a night of movement, freedom of expression, ambiance, and fun at The S...
Friday, September 13 from 7:00pm-9:00pm

Cocktail Hour at The Sherbino

It’s that time again, folks! Grab your friends and head down to The Sherbino for Cocktail Hour. I...
Saturday, September 14 from 9:00am-4:00pm

Thread Painting

We are grateful for making memories! This class shows you how to use the free-motion foot on t...
Saturday, September 14 from 4:00pm-7:00pm

Mountain Magic Art Show Opening Reception

Opening Reception from 4pm - 7pm on September 14th at the Ridgway Library. Artists: Brad Daven...
Tuesday, September 17 at 5:30pm
Doors Open: 5:30 p.m. Presentation: 6:00 p.m. (Q&A to follow)

Cindy Pierce: Comic Storytelling

Join us for a FREE and engaging event as Cindy Pierce, researcher and comic storyteller, dives in...
Tuesday, September 17 from 6:30pm-8:30pm

Exploring Watercolor Techniques and Strategies with Cheri Isgreen: “Painting the Figure”-Montrose

Exploring Watercolor Techniques and Strategies with Cheri Isgreen: "Painting the Figure" Become C...
Wednesday, September 18 from 6:00pm-7:30pm
3rd Wednesday of September

Empower Your Love Life Workshop #2

Why Am I Still Single? The Art of Feminine Magnetism To Transform Your Love Life. Kristin McHarg'...
Thursday, September 19 at 7:00pm

Literary Living Room: Jeanine Renee

Doors: 7 || Reading: 7:30 || $Entry By Donation Part literary reading, part author interview, pa...
Friday, September 20 to September 22
Competition starts at 8:00am-5:00pm each day

2nd Annual San Juan Slam Pickleball Tournament

The San Juan Slam Pickleball tournament, with Presenting Sponsor Citizen's State Bank, will take ...
Friday, September 20 from 7:00pm-9:00pm

Cocktail Hour at The Sherbino

It’s that time again, folks! Grab your friends and head down to The Sherbino for Cocktail Hour. I...
Saturday, September 21 from 7:00am-5:00pm
Annually on the third weekend of September

Mountains to the Desert Classic 2024

On September 21st, 2024, the Mountains to the Desert Classic (M2D) is celebrating its 21st Annive...
Saturday, September 21 from 8:00am-12:00am
Saturday mornings from Sept. 21-Oct. 5

Free Learn TO Fly Fish Classes

Ouray Parks and Rec. and RIGS Fly Shop are offering a free "Learn to Fly Fish" class Series. Regi...
Saturday, September 21 from 12:00pm-3:30pm

Chine Colle Collage and Composition with Ouida Touchon, Session I-Ridgway

Join Ouida Touchon for a Chine Colle Collage workshop that takes an intuitive approach to collagi...
Saturday, September 21 at 7:00pm
Live at the Sherbino!

The Patti Fiasco

Doors: 7 || Show: 8 || $15 ADV / $20 DOS Jet-fueled by powerhouse front woman Alysia Kraft, The ...
Monday, September 23 to September 25
6:30-8:30pm at the Sherbino

The Funny: Comedy in Performance

Instructor: Alissa Ahlberg When: Sept 23rd-25th, 6:30-8:30pm Where: The Sherbino Theater C...
Tuesday, September 24 to October 8
Tuesdays in Ridgway 3pm-4:30pm

After School Art, ages 5-8

Our ongoing after school art classes offer a wide range of art projects and art materials designe...
Wednesday, September 25 to October 9
Wednesdays in Ridgway 10am-11am

Toddler Storytime Art, ages 2-5

Come join us for Story time + Art! Each week, your child will enjoy story time with songs and mov...
Wednesday, September 25 to October 9
Wednesdays in Ridgway 3:15pm-4:45pm

After School Art, ages 8-12: “Cora Annex Mural Project”

Join us for an exciting opportunity to contribute to the vibrant Weehawken North Cora Street Mura...
Thursday, September 26 to October 10
Thursdays in Ridgway 3:30pm-5pm

Tween Art Club ages 12-15: “Abstract Block Printmaking”

Ready to dive into the world of abstract art? Join us for a 3-week printmaking class where you'll...
Thursday, September 26 at 7:30pm
Presented by the Sherbino

Ignite

Doors: 7 || Presentations: 7:30 || $Entry by Donation Our next series of Ignite Talks is coming ...
Friday, September 27 at 7:00pm
Live at the Sherbino!

Sturtz

Doors: 7 || Show: 7:30 || $20 ADV / $25 DOS ALBUM RELEASE SHOW! With Special Guest: Heavy Dia...
Saturday, September 28 to September 29
Option to attend one or both classes!

Sewing Clothes Classes: Nick’s Magic Jacket & Fancy Pants

Who wants to create their own clothes? From shoulders to shins, we’ve got you covered. SATURDA...
Saturday, September 28 from 10:00am-11:30am

Seed Saving Class

Space is limited so please sign up by calling (970-626-5252) or emailing (...
Sunday, September 29 from 12:45pm-2:00pm
Before San Juan Barrel Fest!

1K Rally Thru The Alley!

This is a “run” you won’t want to miss! The Ridgway 1k is a very fun, costumed race for all ages ...
Sunday, September 29 from 2:00pm-5:00pm
A Festivus of beer, wine and cider tasting!

San Juan Barrel Fest

San Juan Barrel Fest is a fundraiser for the Sherbino worthy of a cheers! Barrel brewers and vint...
Thursday, October 3 from 6:30pm-8:30pm

Paint & Sip with Blair: “Owls”-Ridgway

Sip a beverage, enjoy the company of friends, old & new, and create a beautiful work of art you’l...
Saturday, October 5 from 3:00pm-5:00pm

Exceptional Women of Ouray County

​The Fortuna Tierra Club has created the Exceptional Women awards, which recognize outstanding wo...
Sunday, October 6 from 1:00pm-4:00pm
Tour packet pick-up will be on the day of the event from 12 pm - 1:30 pm at Ridgway’s Space to Create - 675 Clinton Street.

Home Tour

Please join the Home Trust of Ouray County for the third annual Home Tour. This year’s Tour will ...
Tuesday, October 8 from 6:30pm-8:30pm

Watercolor & Wine with Cheri Isgreen: “Misty Mountain”-Ridgway

Wine & Watercolor is not your typical art class. Be prepared to sip libations, laugh and let go o...
Saturday, October 12 from 12:00pm-3:30pm

Chine Colle Collage and Composition with Ouida Touchon, Session II-Ridgway

In this follow-up workshop to Chine Colle Collage and Composition with Ouida Touchon, students wi...
Tuesday, October 15 from 6:30pm-8:30pm

Exploring Watercolor Techniques and Strategies with Cheri Isgreen: “Golden Morning”-Montrose

Become Confident in Painting in Watercolor! Cheri Isgreen, a signature member of the Colorado Wat...
Friday, October 25 to October 26
Friday 4pm-7pm | Saturday 9am-4pm

Creative Costuming: Focus on Fairies & Elves

We are grateful for the ways the fiber arts help us express ourselves! We will show you the tr...
Saturday, November 9 from 9:00am-4:00pm

Ice Dyeing: Mandalas

We are grateful for the opportunities to learn to let go of control! In this class, you will l...
Thursday, November 14 to November 17
Multiple screenings and events each day!

Ridgway Independent Film Festival

Join us for our 10th Anniversary Festival! An unforgettable, 4-day festival includes film screeni...
Saturday, November 16 from 9:30am-4:00pm
Taught by Jenna Bradford of Groundwork

Frame Basket (Beginner Willow Basketry)

Join us for this unique style of basket weaving! This class covers a foundational style of Europe...
Friday, December 6 from 5:00pm-9:00pm

Noel Night 2024

More details to come.