
Events in Ouray
Attending an event in Ouray offers an unforgettable experience set against the breathtaking backdrop of the San Juan Mountains. From seasonal festivals and concerts to local art shows and community gatherings, Ouray’s events capture the vibrant spirit and warm hospitality of this mountain town. Each occasion brings together locals and visitors alike, creating a lively atmosphere filled with food, music, and entertainment. Whether you’re here for a winter ice festival, a summer music concert, or a festive holiday celebration, events in Ouray add an exciting and memorable dimension to any visit.
April Events
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Paint your pet at the Ouray Elks Lodge 4/5
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1:00-3:00
$45.00includes:
All supplies, soda, animal crackers instruction & a beautiful hand painted portrait of your pet!!
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Ridgway Athletic Department Night at Lazy Dog Saloon 4/10
Mark your calendars! On the second Thursday of every month starting April 12th, from 4 PM to 10 PM, Lazy Dog Saloon is proud to support the Ridgway Demons!
**10% of all dine-in food sales** during the event will go directly to the Ridgway Athletic Department to help fund equipment, uniforms, and more for our local athletes. -
Library Progressive Dinner at the Wright 4/11
Library Progressive Dinner at the Wright Opera House
Friday, April 11⋅6:00 – 9:00pm
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Free Zumba Class 4/12
Free Zumba class at the Ouray Community Center for anyone who would like to try it out or with lots of experience
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Art and Crafts Night 4/15
Explore different art media with a local artist. Materials provided, or bring your own. Ouray Community Center; 6pm-8pm
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Bunco at the Elks Lodge 4/15
6:00 Cocktails 6:30 Bunco Fun Begins*
$5.00 Buy In RSVP Below
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY 24
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Easter Egg Hunt 4/19
Kids can hunt for Easter eggs and prizes while in the pool! Hot Springs pool from 2-3pm
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Kayak Rolling 4/22
Learn and practice kayak rolling techniques in a fun, supportive environment. Meet at the Hot Springs pool. 6pm-8pm
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Cocoa with the Popo at Kamis Samis 4/23
No agenda, just warm conversation.
Ask questions, voice concerns, and enjoy some free Java.
Fourth Wednesday of the Winter Months
9-10 am
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Free Community Shred Day at Alpine Bank 4/24
Alpine Bank invites the community to a FREE on-site shredding event to securely dispose of your unwanted documents and personal information. We will also be accepting donations for the Montrose High School Indians Football Team.
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Ouray School's Student Art Show Opening Reception 4/25
The Wright Opera House presents the Ouray School's Student Art Show Come and see the final projects from our Ouray School students of all ages! On display through May 28th, 2025 Opening Reception Friday, April 25th from 4pm - 6pm Free to attend!
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Trivia Night at the Wright 4/26
Do you know the Wright Answer? Bring your friends, drink, and THINK at The Tavern at The Wright! Hosted by Amy Exstrum. Half-off bar tab* for the winning team. Free to play! *up to $30
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Conclave at the Wright 4/30
CONCLAVE Rated PG (2024) Screening @ 7pm // Box Office @ 6:30pm Tickets $5
Cardinal Lawrence has one of the world's most secretive and ancient events, participating in the selection of a new pope. Surrounded by powerful religious leaders in the halls of the Vatican, he soon uncovers a trail of deep secrets that could shake the very foundation of the Roman Catholic Church.
May Events
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Paint and Sip; Cherry Blossoms 5/1
Sip a beverage, enjoy the company of friends, old & new, and create a beautiful work of art you’ll be proud to hang in your home or give as a gift! Experienced art instructor Blair will guide you through creating an acrylic painting with step-by-step instructions in a relaxed atmosphere, and you will go home with a masterpiece. No experience necessary, all materials and a drink are included.
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Meet Ouray's New City Administrator at the Wright 5/2
Friday, May 2 5:00 – 7:00pm
Come meet Ouray's new City Administrator, Michelle Metteer! The Wright invites everyone to a Meet & Greet in The Tavern on Friday, May 2 from 5pm-7pm. Michelle, along with City Council and various other City Staff & Officials will be in attendance. This is a chance for the Community of Ouray to come together before the rush of the summer season and enjoy some music and refreshments!
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Mothers Day Tea at the Beaumont 5/3
5/3 at 1pm. Tickets are $55 This is a fundraiser for Ouray County nonprofits. Please wear tea attire. There will be a silent auction and spring cocktails are available for purchase
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Anora at the Wright 5/7
ANORA Rated R (2024) Screening @ 7pm // Box Office @ 6:30pm Tickets $5 Anora, a young woman from Brooklyn, gets her chance at a Cinderella story when she meets and marries the son of an oligarch. Once the news reaches Russia, her fairytale is threatened as the parents set out for New York to get the marriage annulled.
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Murder at the Library 5/9
Let the Wright Opera House guide you through an interactive theatrical experience where the guests play the roles! You're in for an evening filled with intrigue and laughter, all during a delectable three-course meal. Someone among you is a ::gasp:: MURDERER! Is it the stranger at the table next to you? Could it be your friend...or even your DATE??? Bring the whole crew along for a thrilling evening of crime solving, fun, and support for the Ouray Public Library.
$70 / ticket includes a personalized interactive experience with a speaking-role and three-course meal. $75 / ticket includes an interactive experience (non-speaking role) and three-course meal. Cash bar available. Doors @ 6:00pm Event Begins @ 6:30pm Ticket sales END @ 9pm on Monday
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NOSFERATU at the Wright 5/14
NOSFERATU Rated R (2024) Screening @ 7pm // Box Office @ 6:30pm Tickets $5 In the 1830s, estate agent Thomas Hutter travels to Transylvania for a fateful meeting with Count Orlok, a prospective client. In his absence, Hutter's new bride, Ellen, is left under the care of their friends, Friedrich and Anna Harding. Plagued by horrific visions and an increasing sense of dread, Ellen soon encounters an evil force that's far beyond her control.
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Stillhouse Junkies at the Sherb 5/15
May 15 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Doors: 7 || Show: 7:30 || $15 ADV / $20 DOS
Setting: Mixed standing/seated
Acoustic adventurers Stillhouse Junkies explore the worlds between roots, bluegrass, Texas swing, blues, and rock. Their free-flowing musical interplay and improvisation make every show unique as they weave their way through high-energy, intricately composed original songs, never taking the same path twice.
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Safe@Home 5/16
A 90-minute training for kids (4th grade and older) on how to be safe when home alone. Must pre-register (10 slots) 4pm - 6:30pm (Free)
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The Two Tenors Live at the Wright 5/17
The Two Tenors
Live in the Wright Opera House Tavern
Doors @ 6:30pm // Show @ 7pm
Tickets: $12 advance // $15 day-of-show
Join us for this silver-haired saxxy duo featuring Ouray County locals, Jim Pettengill and John Ast! -
Bunco at the Elks 5/20
6:00 Cocktails 6:30 Bunco Fun Begins*
$5.00 Buy In
MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY 24
Please Bring An Appetizer or Dessert ToS hare
Members and their guests are welcome
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BONNIE AND CLYDE at the Wright 5/21
BONNIE AND CLYDE Rated R (1967) Screening @ 7pm // Box Office @ 6:30pm Tickets $5 Small-time crook Clyde Barrow (Warren Beatty) tries to steal a car and winds up with its owner's daughter, dissatisfied small-town girl Bonnie Parker (Faye Dunaway). Their crimes quickly spiral from petty theft to bank robbery, but tensions between the couple and the other members of their gang--hapless driver C.W. (Michael J. Pollard), Clyde's suave older brother Buck (Gene Hackman) and Buck's flibbertigibbet wife, Blanche (Estelle Parsons) --could destroy them all.
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Music Bingo at the Wright 5/23
Friday, May 23 7:00 – 9:00pm
Music Bingo at the Tavern 7pm - 9pm Listen while we play a snippet of a song and if you see the title on your music bingo card, mark it off. You know the rest! Put your music knowledge to the test! Free to play!
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2025 Benefit for the Uncompahgre River with the Fly Fishing Film Tour 5/23
May 23, 2025 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm at the Million Roadhouse in Ridgway
Celebrate all things fly fishing with an array of short films from destinations around the world, all while raising awareness for the Uncompahgre River Watershed. RIGS Fly Shop and Telluride Angler have joined forces again to bring the 2025 Fly Fishing Film Tour to Ridgway!
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Bobcat featuring Til Willis 5/26
Bobcat featuring Til Willis Live in the Tavern at the Wright Doors @ 6:30pm // Show @ 7:00pm Tickets $12 advance, $15 day-of-show Bobcat is a one-man band like no other. Drawing inspiration from the likes of garage rock, soul music, power-pop, rhythm and blues, rockabilly, punk rock, psychobilly, new wave and indie rock, this one-man band takes the notion one step further with ornate arrangements with minimal accompaniment.
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The Inspiring Journey of Pem Dorjee Sherpa 5/29
From the Himalayas to the World Stage: The Inspiring Journey of Pem Dorjee Sherpa Thursday, May 29th Doors @ 6:30pm // Presentation @ 7:00pm Tickets $5 advance, $10 day-of-show
Join us for an extraordinary talk with Pem Dorjee Sherpa as he shares his remarkable journey from a small village in Nepal to the summit of Mount Everest—twice. Hear firsthand about his early life in the remote Solu-Khumbu region, his rise in the mountaineering world, and the incredible story of how he and his wife, Moni, exchanged marriage vows at the top of the world. This is a tale of resilience, love, and adventure that you won’t want to miss!
June Events
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Wildflower Walk and Talk: Ridgway River Walk 6/4
Different elevations and habitats provide opportunities to view a wide variety of Colorado’s native plants and wildflowers. Ridgway writer Mary Menz and Montrose photographer Jim Pisarowicz will share their extensive plant knowledge and excitement for the area with you. Slowly stroll along the Uncompahgre River as we look at blooming shrubs and early wildflowers of Ridgway. Each year brings a different perspective to the landscape depending on winter precipitation. Bring cameras and nature journals to satisfy your creative outlets.
Registration includes a copy of their book Common Wildflowers of the San Juan Mountains (second printing 2022). Special guest and fellow NPM Sandra Dick will also join the group as a guide!
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Hold onto your Butts at the Wright
Friday, June 6th @ 7:30pm
Saturday, June 7th @ 4pm & 7:30pm
Sunday, June 8th @ 4pm
Tickets: $25 advance // $30 day of show // $20 senior // $15 student
65 million years ago, dinosaurs ruled the earth…
30 years ago, a movie about dinosaurs ruled the box office…
UpstART Theater, in partnership with New York-based theater company Recent Cutbacks, and The Wright Opera House is bringing an international smash hit from London, New York, and
the world-famous Edinburgh Fringe Festival to Ouray, Colorado.
Now, Recent Cutbacks performs a live, shot-for-shot parody of the greatest dinosaur film of all time. Get ready…to HOLD ON TO YOUR BUTTS
Family friendly; 8 and up recommended
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Ouray International Film Festival
6th Annual Ouray International Film Festival
June 19 – 22, 2025
Details Forthcoming
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Coffee and Canvas: Painting like Bob Ross 6/28
In collaboration with the Wright Opera House Ouray: “Coffee and Canvas: Painting like Bob Ross”
June 28th, 10:30am-12:30pm
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San Juan Trail Tri 6/14
he 3rd Annual San Juan Trail Tri will be held on June 14, 2025 in Ridgway State Park, Colorado. This event is certain to become a regional favorite, showcasing our beautiful home with a trail run and paddle in Ridgway State Park and mountain bike on the Ridgway Area Trails. Money raised from this event directly benefits the Montrose Recreation Foundation and our partner, Voyager Youth Program. Registration is open now!
July Events
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The Hardrock 100 7/11
The Hardrock Hundred Mile Endurance Run is an ultramarathon of 102.5 miles in length, plus 33,197 feet of climb and 33,197 feet of descent for a total elevation change of 66,394 feet, at an average elevation of over 11,000 feet. The run is held on a loop course on 4WD roads, dirt trails, and cross country in Southern Colorado's San Juan Range, USA. In 2025, the run will be in the counter-clockwise direction.
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The Ouray 100 7/18
The Ouray 100 starts and finishes at Fellin Park, only yards from the hot springs. With over 40k feet of elevation gain, this is one of the most difficult 100 milers in the world. The route includes: Camp Bird Road, Silver Basin, Imogene Pass Road, Chicago Tunnel, Fort Peabody, Ptarmigan Lake, Richmond Trail, Ironton, Corkscrew Gulch, Gray Copper Trail, Weehawken Trail/Alpine Mine Overlook, Hayden Trail/Crystal Lake, Old Twin Peaks Trail, Silvershield Trail, Perimeter Trail/Lower Cascade Trail, Chief Ouray Mine Trail, and Old Horsethief Trail/Bridge of Heaven.