Colorado Photography Week Events

Find All 35 Events, Pop-ups, Exhibits, Galleries, and more!

November 14th – 22nd, 2026
La Plata County

A celebration of creativity and visual storytelling.

Colorado Photography Week is a statewide celebration of photography hosted in Durango, CO and surrounding communities. The mission is to bring together photographers, galleries, museums, schools, clubs, nonprofits, businesses, and communities to showcase the many ways photography enriches our lives.

List of Events by Day

Durango – La Plata County Airport - 1000 Airport Road, Durango, CO

535 Goddard Ave, Ignacio CO

699 Main Ave., Durango, CO

1900 East Third Ave, Durango, CO

21738 US 160, Durango, CO

1099 Main Ave., Durango, CO

3065 West 2nd Ave, Durango, CO

1111 South Camino del Rio, Durango, CO

3065 West 2nd Ave, Durango, CO

Durango – La Plata County Airport - 1000 Airport Road, Durango, CO

535 Goddard Ave, Ignacio CO

699 Main Ave., Durango, CO

1900 East Third Ave, Durango, CO

1099 Main Ave., Durango, CO

3065 West 2nd Ave, Durango, CO

1111 South Camino del Rio, Durango, CO

519 Main Ave., Durango, CO

Durango – La Plata County Airport - 1000 Airport Road, Durango, CO

535 Goddard Ave, Ignacio CO

699 Main Ave., Durango, CO

1900 East Third Ave, Durango, CO

1099 Main Ave., Durango, CO

3065 West 2nd Ave, Durango, CO

1111 South Camino del Rio, Durango, CO

1000 Rim Dr., Durango, CO

Leonard C. Burch Tribal Administration Building; 356 Ouray Drive; Ignacio, Co

828 Main Ave., Durango, CO

133 East 8th Street, Durango, CO

Sky Ute Resort Casino - 14324 CO Highway 172, Ignacio. CO

Hall of Warriors – Leonard C. Burch Building (356 Ouray Drive, Ignacio, CO

Durango – La Plata County Airport - 1000 Airport Road, Durango, CO

535 Goddard Ave, Ignacio CO

699 Main Ave., Durango, CO

1900 East Third Ave, Durango, CO

1099 Main Ave., Durango, CO

3065 West 2nd Ave, Durango, CO

1111 South Camino del Rio, Durango, CO

1000 Rim Dr., Durango, CO

Leonard C. Burch Tribal Administration Building; 356 Ouray Drive; Ignacio, Co

828 Main Ave., Durango, CO

133 East 8th Street, Durango, CO

503 Ouray Drive; Ignacio, CO

1022 Main Ave., Durango, CO

Durango – La Plata County Airport - 1000 Airport Road, Durango, CO

535 Goddard Ave, Ignacio CO

699 Main Ave., Durango, CO

1900 East Third Ave, Durango, CO

1099 Main Ave., Durango, CO

3065 West 2nd Ave, Durango, CO

1111 South Camino del Rio, Durango, CO

1000 Rim Dr., Durango, CO

Leonard C. Burch Tribal Administration Building; 356 Ouray Drive; Ignacio, Co

828 Main Ave., Durango, CO

133 East 8th Street, Durango, CO

503 Ouray Drive; Ignacio, CO

1100 Rim Drive., Durango, CO

Durango – La Plata County Airport - 1000 Airport Road, Durango, CO

535 Goddard Ave, Ignacio CO

699 Main Ave., Durango, CO

1900 East Third Ave, Durango, CO

1099 Main Ave., Durango, CO

3065 West 2nd Ave, Durango, CO

1111 South Camino del Rio, Durango, CO

1000 Rim Dr., Durango, CO

Leonard C. Burch Tribal Administration Building; 356 Ouray Drive; Ignacio, Co

828 Main Ave., Durango, CO

133 East 8th Street, Durango, CO

503 Ouray Drive; Ignacio, CO

1111 South Camino del Rio., Durango, CO

519 Main Ave., Durango, CO

528 Main Ave., Durango, CO

1130 Main Ave, Durango, CO

Durango – La Plata County Airport - 1000 Airport Road, Durango, CO

535 Goddard Ave, Ignacio CO

699 Main Ave., Durango, CO

1900 East Third Ave, Durango, CO

1099 Main Ave., Durango, CO

3065 West 2nd Ave, Durango, CO

1111 South Camino del Rio, Durango, CO

1000 Rim Dr., Durango, CO

Leonard C. Burch Tribal Administration Building; 356 Ouray Drive; Ignacio, Co

828 Main Ave., Durango, CO

133 East 8th Street, Durango, CO

503 Ouray Drive; Ignacio, CO

Durango – La Plata County Airport - 1000 Airport Road, Durango, CO

535 Goddard Ave, Ignacio CO

699 Main Ave., Durango, CO

1900 East Third Ave, Durango, CO

1099 Main Ave., Durango, CO

3065 West 2nd Ave, Durango, CO

1111 South Camino del Rio, Durango, CO

828 Main Ave., Durango, CO

133 East 8th Street, Durango, CO

Durango – La Plata County Airport - 1000 Airport Road, Durango, CO

535 Goddard Ave, Ignacio CO

699 Main Ave., Durango, CO

1111 South Camino del Rio, Durango, CO

All 42 Exhibits & Events

Events, Pop-ups, Exhibits, Gallerys and more! Starting November 14th 2026. Submit an Event

Vectra Bank
11/14 5:00 am – 11/22 10:00 pm
Durango – La Plata County Airport - 1000 Airport Road, Durango, CO

Vectra Bank presents Wings of Service, featuring Durango military aviators General Ron Fogleman, Colonel Mike McGuire, and NASA Space Shuttle Commander Rear Admiral Steve Oswald. An exhibit at Durango Airport, near baggage claim. Inspiring future aviators to dream big and aim high.

11/14 5:00 am – 11/22 10:00 pm
Vectra Bank
Durango – La Plata County Airport - 1000 Airport Road, Durango, CO

Durango Diner
11/14 6:30 am – 11/22 1:30 pm
957 Main Ave., Durango, CO

For more than 60 years, the Durango Diner has had a front-row seat to a changing community. Check out our “Wall of Fame” with photographs collected through the decades capturing the people, places, personalities, and moments that tell the story of Durango through the eyes a local favorite.

11/14 6:30 am – 11/22 1:30 pm
Durango Diner
957 Main Ave., Durango, CO

Farmers Fresh Market
11/14 6:30 am – 11/22 7:00 pm
535 Goddard Ave, Ignacio CO

Step back in time with Then & There: Historic Ignacio! Explore historical photographs displayed throughout Farmers Fresh Market, featuring townscapes, community events, and the people who shaped Ignacio’s past. Free to enjoy during regular store hours!

11/14 6:30 am – 11/22 7:00 pm
Farmers Fresh Market
535 Goddard Ave, Ignacio CO

Strater Hotel
11/14 9:00 am – 11/22 8:00 pm
699 Main Ave., Durango, CO

Explore the legacy of Ansel F. Hall, the National Park Service’s first Chief Naturalist, through a collection of his historic cameras and lantern slides. The images document the remarkable Rainbow Bridge–Monument Valley Expedition and an early era of photographing the American West.

11/14 9:00 am – 11/22 8:00 pm
Strater Hotel
699 Main Ave., Durango, CO

Sky Ute Casino Resort
11/14 9:00 am – 11/22 8:00 pm
14324 CO-172, Ignacio, CO

Explore a rare photographic journey through the extraordinary life of Olympian, U.S. Senator, master jeweler, and Native American leader at the Ben Nighthorse Campbell Photo Gallery featuring historic moments, world leaders, celebrities, and personal memories, many never before publicly displayed.

11/14 9:00 am – 11/22 8:00 pm
Sky Ute Casino Resort
14324 CO-172, Ignacio, CO

Durango Hot Springs Resort & Spa
11/14 9:00 am – 11/22 10:00 pm
6475 Co Rd 203, Durango, CO

Explore the colorful history of Durango Hot Springs, formerly Trimble Hot Springs, through five historic photographs. From the grand Hermosa House and 1950’s era Hollywood stars to the springs’ revival, these images offer a glimpse into more than a century of soaking, socializing and local history.

11/14 9:00 am – 11/22 10:00 pm
Durango Hot Springs Resort & Spa
6475 Co Rd 203, Durango, CO

Strater Hotel
11/14 9:00 am – 11/22 6:00 pm
699 Main Ave., Durango, CO

Explore historic photographs throughout the Strater Hotel’s first-floor public spaces, including the Mahogany Grille, Office Spiritorium, and Diamond Belle Saloon. Wander through one of Durango’s landmarks and discover its colorful history through photography.

11/14 9:00 am – 11/22 6:00 pm
Strater Hotel
699 Main Ave., Durango, CO

Durango Public Library
11/14 9:30 am – 11/21 5:00 pm
1900 East Third Ave, Durango, CO

Stop by during open hours to see the historic photo mural on the library’s second story walls! The images are all drawn from the rich history of the local area, including historic landmarks, traditions, and events. Ask at the reference desk for a brochure with more information on each photo.  Hours of Operation:  Mon.-Wed. 9:30 am-6:00 pm, Thur. 10:00 am-6:00 pm, Fri. 9:30 am-5:30 pm, Sat. 9:30 am-5:00 pm, Sun. closed.

11/14 9:30 am – 11/21 5:00 pm
Durango Public Library
1900 East Third Ave, Durango, CO

The Blacksmith Café
11/14 10:00 am – 11/14 11:00 am
21738 US 160, Durango, CO

Capture the raw power, intense heat, and dramatic textures of industrial craftsmanship. The Blacksmith Café and Element Hardware are opening their doors to photographers for an exclusive, live-action shooting experience. RSVP at blacksmithcafe.com/booking

 

11/14 10:00 am – 11/14 11:00 am
The Blacksmith Café
21738 US 160, Durango, CO

Durango Historic Preservation Board
11/14 10:00 am – 11/21 12:00 pm
1099 Main Ave., Durango, CO

Students celebrated Colorado’s 150th birthday by exploring our past and present.  Students (4th and 5th grades) were invited to match historic photos by taking their own “now” photos. Their photos have been used to create a community gallery showing how our region has changed over time. Alpine Bank lobby hours: M-F 7:30 am -6:00 pm, Sat. 10:00 am-12:00pm, closed Sunday,

11/14 10:00 am – 11/21 12:00 pm
Durango Historic Preservation Board
1099 Main Ave., Durango, CO

Animas Museum
11/14 10:00 am – 11/21 4:00 pm
3065 West 2nd Ave, Durango, CO

Come by the Animas Museum to explore our exhibits and the historic photographs that accompany our stories. Our hours are Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 10am-4pm; Wednesday and Friday from 12pm-4pm; closed on Sundays and Mondays.

11/14 10:00 am – 11/21 4:00 pm
Animas Museum
3065 West 2nd Ave, Durango, CO

Second Story Books
11/14 10:00 am – 11/22 4:30 pm
124 E. 9th St., Durango, CO

The “Streets of Guanajuato” explores the people and cultures of the Sierra Madre. Jeremy Wade Shockley is an award winning photojournalist and documentary photographer based in Durango, CO. His images appear in The New York Times, The Guardian, New Mexico Magazine and more.

11/14 10:00 am – 11/22 4:30 pm
Second Story Books
124 E. 9th St., Durango, CO

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Register Your Event

Photo exhibits, activities, workshops, lectures, competitions, demonstrations, open houses, artist receptions, youth activities, or another photography-inspired experience are welcome and encouraged. Colorado Photography Week will help promote your event through our website, social media platforms, and collaboration with local and state organizations.

Complete the registration form and submit your event for review. Once approved, your event will be published on the Colorado Photography Week website and included in the official festival schedule.

Please note:

  • There is no cost to list an event.
  • Your event must take place during Colorado Photography Week and have a clear connection to photography.
  • Event listings are subject to review to ensure they are appropriate for the festival.
  • The contact information you provide is for administrative purposes only and will not be published on the website.

 

Terms & Disclaimer

By submitting an event for inclusion in Colorado Photography Week, the event organizer acknowledges and agrees to the following:

1. Organizer Responsibility. The event organizer is solely responsible for the planning, organization, management, operation, staffing, promotion, financing, and all expenses associated with the event. Inclusion in Colorado Photography Week does not create a partnership, joint venture, agency, or other business relationship between the organizer and Colorado Photography Week.

2. Liability. The event organizer assumes full responsibility and liability for their event, including but not limited to participant safety, insurance, permits, licenses, venue agreements, compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and any claims, damages, injuries, or losses arising from their own event. Colorado Photography Week, its directors, officers, volunteers, sponsors, and affiliates assume no responsibility or liability for any registered event.

3. Use of the Colorado Photography Week Name and Logo. Upon approval of an event, organizers may request permission to use the Colorado Photography Week name and logo in connection with promoting their approved event. Any such use is subject to the review and approval of the Colorado Photography Week Events Director and must comply with applicable branding guidelines. Permission to use the name or logo is limited to the approved event only and does not convey any ownership interest, license beyond the approved use, endorsement, sponsorship, or other rights in Colorado Photography Week or its intellectual property.

4. Approval and Continued Participation. Colorado Photography Week reserves the sole and absolute right to approve, deny, suspend, remove, or discontinue the association of any event with Colorado Photography Week at any time and for any reason, with or without notice.

5. Final Authority. Any matter, circumstance, or issue not expressly addressed in these terms shall be determined solely by Colorado Photography Week, whose decisions shall be final.

 

Submit Your Application

Submission of an event registration constitutes the organizer’s acknowledgment that they have read, understood, and agree to these terms and conditions.

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