Events in Ouray

Art Supply Swap and craft night at the Wright Opera House Theater! Bring your unwanted art supplies and swap them out for something new to you then hang out and craft with us.

On display beginning Monday, October 27 through Saturday, December 20, 2025.

Come and see the show during our gallery hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 10 am - 4 pm. 

Old ideas taking on new color. My name is Justice Friesen. I am 25 year old artist with roots in Post Impressionist color and Symbolist composition. Originally influenced by iconography, I moved towards a contemporary flair whilst maintaining the heart of spirituality. I grew up in the Front Range town of Estes Park and have since migrated to the San Juan’s. My work has been described as colorful, engaging, and thought-provoking.

Join Emma Kalff for a morning of coffee and painting at the Wright Opera House Community Room! You'll follow along to a Bob Ross episode and create your very own Bob Ross landscape. All supplies included, no experience necessary. 

Tickets: $45

Nov 5: Why Restore Rivers and Wetlands? Uncompahgre Watershed Projects.

Join us for four sessions of water talk! This WrightED series will be hosted by many hydro experts exploring how we are all connected by our rivers and water.

Can't attend at 9:30 am? Don't worry! All sessions are recorded and emailed for easy viewing on your own time.

Nov 12: How do we get our water? Local Water Systems.

Join us for four sessions of water talk! This WrightED series will be hosted by many hydro experts exploring how we are all connected by our rivers and water.

Can't attend at 9:30 am? Don't worry! All sessions are recorded and emailed for easy viewing on your own time.

Nov 19: Where do rivers start? Snow & Water Supply.

Join us for four sessions of water talk! This WrightED series will be hosted by many hydro experts exploring how we are all connected by our rivers and water.

Can't attend at 9:30 am? Don't worry! All sessions are recorded and emailed for easy viewing on your own time.

Bring your Elementary School Aged kids to the. Ouray Public Library!

320 Sixth Ave. Ouray, CO

Come shop and support our local businesses to kick-off the season of giving.

Wright Community Room

4:15-5:15 BALLET 4+ with Miss Tajiana
5:15-5:45 POINTE/PRE-POINTE

Zumba Class with Tamra Evangelista!

Join us at Citizens State Bank to celebrate our grant award of Ouray. County!

Learn how to jazz and get on the floor with hip-hop moves!

Wright Community Room
4:00-4:45 PRE/PRIMARY JAZZ & HIP HOP with Miss Emily & Mr Mason
4:45-5:30 JAZZ & HIP HOP 1/2 with Miss Emily & Mr Mason

Come to the Ouray Library after school and listen to an awesome story then make a craft that connects to the story!

Ages: Elementary students

Come join us at the Artisan Bakery to have a Friendsgiving Feast for Culinary Club on Thursday, November 20th at 5:30 pm.

Please RSVP at programsouraypl@gmail.com so we can sign you up and assign a food.

Buy or sell used ski gear! Click the link below to learn more on how to sign up or sell your used gear!

20% of your sales will be retained by Voyager for youth outdoor adventures

1. Drop off your items at the Ouray County 4H Event Center on Thursday, Nov. 20 between 4 pm and 7 pm.  We will only accept winter, other recreational gear, and apparel in GOOD condition. Drop off will CLOSE at 7 pm on Thursday.   

REGISTER ONLINE by 4pm on Nov. 20. Alternatively, you can register IN-PERSON at drop off.

Take a look at our restaurant page to see who is open for a yummy meal!

🎄✨ It’s close to that time of year again! ✨🎄

We’re so excited to kick off our 2nd Annual Goldbelt Toy Drive!

From November 29 – December 22, bring an unwrapped toy (for kids ages 1–16) and help spread a little extra holiday cheer to families in need. ❤️

Drop off your donations right here at Goldbelt Bar & Grill in Ouray — let’s make this season brighter, together! 🎁

Join us every Friday at Cahoots Tavern for special drinks offers!

$4 Landshark Lager

$5 Red Stripe

$5 Bacardi & Capri Sun

Free shot of Sake with Hawaiian Aloha Shirt

*Ongoing event through Winter Season

Get your map from the Ouray Visitor Center to start the hunt around Ouray to find all the elves!

If you complete the hunt, you turn in the map at The Wright Opera House to be entered in to win prizes.

While the kids are out hunting for the elves, adults can get in on the fun too! Collect your card at the Ouray Visitor Center and for instructions.

On Saturday, December 6, at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, or 3:00 PM, guests will gather for an afternoon steeped in fine tea, refined delicacies, and timeless holiday elegance. Surrounded by the Beaumont’s historic charm and festive décor, you’ll be transported to a world where sophistication meets Christmas magic. The Grand Ballroom, with its stunning architectural details and historic features, provides the perfect setting for celebration and conversation. Whether attending with friends, family, or loved ones, this event offers a serene and luxurious way to celebrate the season. ✨ The Beaumont Hotel Christmas Tea 📅 Saturday, December 6 – 3 Tea Times to choose from: 11am, 1pm, 3pm 📍 The Beaumont Hotel, Ouray, Colorado 💲 $65 per person ❗ All sales are final and non-refundable. Make this Christmas unforgettable with an experience that combines history, hospitality, and holiday joy.

Looking to do a meet and greet with Cindy Lou Who and the Grinch? Take a look at the locations below on where they will be and when throughout the Yule Day!

11 am - 12 pm Visitor Center and Hot Springs Pool

12 - 1 pm Cindy Lou Who walking on Main Street

1 - 2 pm Elks Lodge

Head to Centennial Park (next to the Elks Lodge) to check out the Christmas Market.

Join Mrs. Claus at the Wright Opera House for a story time on this magical night.

Head to the Wright Opera House to decorate Christmas cookies and Gingerbread people, and to write letters to Santa!

At the Wright Opera House, join Voyager with making fun arts and crafts for the holiday season!

Do you love animals? Especially mini-horses? Then you’re in luck. Stop by Colorado West Jeeps (where the Ouray Chamber is hosting the jeep raffle) from 4:30 - 5:30 pm. Then at the Tree Lighting (Elks Lodge).

Head to the corner of Main Street and 7th Ave to celebrate with the Ouray Chamber! There will be food, mini-horses, the drawing of the Jeep winner, and music to celebrate right before the kick-off of the Yule Day Parade.

4:30 pm-5:30 pm - Food & beverages

4:30-5:15 pm - Goldie and Moe from Mighty Mini Horse Therapy Program, pats & photos

4:45 pm - Grant awards presented to nonprofit recipients

5:00 pm - Draw the winning ticket for the 2025 Jeep

5:10 pm - Carolers

Dive into the holiday cheer and make your own Mistletoe! Cookies and refreshments will be provided.

731 Main Street

Get 10% off all noon-sale items from 9AM to 7 PM

Only from 9-10 AM is 30% Storewide Sale. Sales gooing till 6:30! to purchase gifts and presents. We will have a bag full of different discounts that you can draw and get a percentage off your whole purchase!

Line the sidewalks of Main Street to watch the Yule Day parade! The parade will end at the Elks Lodge to kick-off our Tree Lighting Celebration.

Directly after the parade, head up to Centennial Park next to the Elks Lodge for our tree lighting ceremony. There will be a hot chocolate bar and other funtivities.

We will announce the business decoration contest winner. Thank you to the Ouray Chamber and Ouray Main Street Committee for supporting this program.

Meet Santa Claus at the Elks Lodge right after the Tree Lighting.

Join Mrs. Claus at the Wright Opera House for a story time on this magical night.

Join the Wright Opera House to watch Elf!

Come warm up with hot chocolate at the Beaumont!

Hot Chocolate Bar

$2 | Kids

$8 | Adults

For kids and adults, swing by the Wright Opera House to warm up with a mug of hot cocoa.

$10 Small Acai Bowls alongwith a warm cup of hot chocolate and smores!

The Ironton Nordic trails located about 20 minutes South of Ouray will be opening on December 1. Click the link below for updates!

Join us at City Hall in the San Juan Room for a paint and craft night!

Come to the Ouray Library after school and listen to an awesome story then make a craft that connects to the story!

Ages: Elementary students

Celebrate our patrons and volunteers who have helped us this year bring cheer and smiles to everyone. There will be gingerbread kits for kids to make and take home.

R (2003) Screening @ 7pm // Box Office @ 6:30pm Tickets $5 Love Actually weaves together nine interconnected stories set in London during the weeks leading up to Christmas, exploring romance, heartbreak, and the messy beauty of human connection. With an ensemble cast including Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, Keira Knightley, and Alan Rickman, the film balances tender moments with sharp humor and unforgettable scenes—yes, including the cue cards. A modern holiday favorite, it reminds us that love—complicated, awkward, surprising—really is all around. Brought to you by the Friends of the Wright Opera House.

Listen and talk with Bree Rosemblum on her book called “AND.”

Stop into the store during Yule Day festivities,. fill out the form and get your photo take for our ugly sweater contes! Contest will run on facebook December 7 through December 12 with the winner announced on December 13!

Take a look at our full day of events planned to celebrate the cheery season.

Join Emma Kalff for a morning of coffee and painting at the Wright Opera House Community Room! You'll follow along to a Bob Ross episode and create your very own Bob Ross landscape. All supplies included, no experience necessary. 

Tickets: $45

Head to the corner of Main Street and 7th Ave to celebrate with the Ouray Chamber! There will be food, mini-horses, the drawing of the Jeep winner, and music to celebrate right before the kick-off of the Yule Day Parade.

4:30 pm-5:30 pm - Food & beverages

4:30-5:15 pm - Goldie and Moe from Mighty Mini Horse Therapy Program, pats & photos

4:45 pm - Grant awards presented to nonprofit recipients

5:00 pm - Draw the winning ticket for the 2025 Jeep

5:10 pm - Carolers

701 Main Street, Ouray

Take a tour of old Ouray at your own pace!

Come join us to create some awesome ornaments using quilted tools, starting at 5:10 PM.

PG (1983) Screening @ 7pm // Box Office @ 6:30pm Tickets $5 A holiday classic filled with nostalgia, laughter, and one very determined kid who just wants a Red Ryder BB gun. A Christmas Story follows Ralphie Parker as he navigates schoolyard bullies, pink bunny pajamas, and the infamous leg lamp—all leading up to a Christmas morning he’ll never forget. Warm, witty, and endlessly quotable, this film captures the chaos and joy of family life during the holidays. A perfect seasonal tradition… just don’t shoot your eye out!

Join Alpine bank for the Ouray Chamber after Business happy hour.

There will be food, drinks, and prizes.

Ouray County Sheriff, Ouray Police Department, and Ridgway Marshall take children shopping around town. Please contact Ouray County Sheriff's Department or your local Ouray County school district for more details. If you would like to donate to this event, please send us an email.

Come see the big guy himself from 12-2! Make sure you give him your list and take a photo too!

New to Nordic Skiing? Want to get more experience and work on better techniques? Join us for a skills clinic to get some practice!

$15/person

Locals are the focus of this Happy Hour. That means you, if you happen to be locally located this night. (All are welcome)

Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest.

Prize: 50% bar tab (up $30 value)

Video games and board games Holiday Cocktail specials

G (2004) Screening @ 6pm // Box Office @ 5:30pm Tickets $5 Based on the beloved children’s book, The Polar Express follows a young boy who boards a magical train bound for the North Pole on Christmas Eve. With groundbreaking motion-capture animation and Tom Hanks in multiple roles, the film captures the wonder, mystery, and quiet magic of believing. A visually rich, heartwarming holiday adventure for all ages.

1983 TV Special Screening @ 6pm // Box Office @ 5:30pm Tickets $5 Based on the bestselling book by Barbara Robinson, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever follows the outrageous, unforgettable Herdman kids—“the worst kids in the history of the world”—as they take over the town Christmas play. What begins in total chaos slowly transforms into something unexpectedly sincere. Funny, warm, and wonderfully human, this holiday classic reminds us that the true spirit of Christmas can come from the most unlikely places.

PG (1993) Screening @ 6pm // Box Office @ 5:30pm Tickets $5 Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas follows Jack Skellington, the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, as he stumbles into Christmas Town and tries—disastrously—to take the holiday for himself. With unforgettable stop-motion animation, Danny Elfman’s iconic music, and a story that balances spooky charm with heartfelt wonder, this beloved classic celebrates both holidays in a way only Jack could imagine. A gorgeously crafted film that’s become a tradition all its own.

Come to the Ouray Library after school and prepare to make some awesome watercolor ornaments, cards, and bookmarks for the holiday season

Ages: Elementary students

G (1992) Screening @ 7pm // Box Office @ 6:30pm Tickets $5 The Muppet Christmas Carol brings Dickens’ classic to life with humor, heart, and a cast of beloved Muppets—led by Michael Caine’s unforgettable performance as Scrooge. Gonzo narrates as Charles Dickens, Kermit shines as Bob Cratchit, and the whole Muppet ensemble fills the story with music, warmth, and whimsy. Faithful to the original tale yet unmistakably Muppet in spirit, it’s a joyful, family-friendly tradition that captures the season’s message of generosity and redemption.

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!

Snow has already begun dusting our higher peaks in the San Jaun Mountains, which means winter is closing in and it's time to tune up our skis and skills.

Our Level 1 and Level 2 Avalanche Course dates for the upcoming winter season are live! If you're new to the backcountry or are looking to refresh your skills, check out our Level 1 courses, which includes a hut-based course at Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass. We are also offering two hut-based Level 2 courses—one at Campfire Ranch and another at the OPUS Hut—for those who are keen on progressing further in the backcountry. (Also, keep an eye on our Avalanche Rescue Course dates, as those are coming soon!)

Location: Telluride, CO

Join us for some snowflake making fun all weekend.  Help us ring in the official start of winter and enjoy cookies and cocoa! We’ll be offering special “Winter Blues Bucks this weekend as well.” Receive $20 for every $100 spent to be used to cure the winter blues in January and February 2026!

Splash and enjoy swimming at the Ouray Hot Springs with Santa! Get your Nordic skiing season started with some new skills and socializing with other “Nord-Heads”

The Ouray Ice Rink at the Ouray Rotary Park is officially open!

Snow has already begun dusting our higher peaks in the San Jaun Mountains, which means winter is closing in and it's time to tune up our skis and skills.

Our Level 1 and Level 2 Avalanche Course dates for the upcoming winter season are live! If you're new to the backcountry or are looking to refresh your skills, check out our Level 1 courses, which includes a hut-based course at Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass. We are also offering two hut-based Level 2 courses—one at Campfire Ranch and another at the OPUS Hut—for those who are keen on progressing further in the backcountry. (Also, keep an eye on our Avalanche Rescue Course dates, as those are coming soon!)

Location: Hut-Based at Campfire Ranch

Enjoy a whopping 30% off EVERYTHING you can stuff into the stocking! Free stocking provided! Limit 1 stocking per person. Some quantities limited.

The Youth Hockey League starts every Tuesday from 4-6 PM. Practice is at the Ouray Rotary Park Ice Rink!

Open to 5th-8th Graders

Registration Required

Help us remember the reason for the season with our annual birthday celebration. We'll sing the birthday song and carols, have birthday cake and crafts, and read the Christmas Story from the Gospel of Luke. Everyone is invited!

Join the Ouray Police Department at 1886 Coffees. Ask questions, voice concerns, and free coffee.

Recurring event: fourth Wednesday of each month Feb-March

Wishing you the best with your friends and family.

Become a member of the Pink Pony Club at Cahoots Tavern. Stop by anytime we are open. Membership includes a cocktail, branded cowboy hat, bandana, sunglasses, and sticker.

On display beginning Monday, October 27 through Saturday, December 20, 2025.

Come and see the show during our gallery hours on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 10 am - 4 pm. 

Old ideas taking on new color. My name is Justice Friesen. I am 25 year old artist with roots in Post Impressionist color and Symbolist composition. Originally influenced by iconography, I moved towards a contemporary flair whilst maintaining the heart of spirituality. I grew up in the Front Range town of Estes Park and have since migrated to the San Juan’s. My work has been described as colorful, engaging, and thought-provoking.

Happy Holidays to all!

Learn to skate or improve your skills. All ages welcome!

Registration Required

Join us every Friday at Cahoots Tavern for special drinks offers!

$4 Landshark Lager

$5 Red Stripe

$5 Bacardi & Capri Sun

Free shot of Sake with Hawaiian Aloha Shirt

*Ongoing event through Winter Season

Join us to celebrate and welcome in the New year. A DJ will be joining us at 1 AM to start the next year!

Happy New Year!

🎄✨ It’s close to that time of year again! ✨🎄

We’re so excited to kick off our 2nd Annual Goldbelt Toy Drive!

From November 29 – December 22, bring an unwrapped toy (for kids ages 1–16) and help spread a little extra holiday cheer to families in need. ❤️

Drop off your donations right here at Goldbelt Bar & Grill in Ouray — let’s make this season brighter, together! 🎁

Join the Ouray Community as we welcome the New Year in on main Street!

Take a frigid plunge into the new year. Jump into the chilly activity pool at the Ouray Hot Springs

Snow has already begun dusting our higher peaks in the San Jaun Mountains, which means winter is closing in and it's time to tune up our skis and skills.

Our Level 1 and Level 2 Avalanche Course dates for the upcoming winter season are live! If you're new to the backcountry or are looking to refresh your skills, check out our Level 1 courses, which includes a hut-based course at Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass. We are also offering two hut-based Level 2 courses—one at Campfire Ranch and another at the OPUS Hut—for those who are keen on progressing further in the backcountry. (Also, keep an eye on our Avalanche Rescue Course dates, as those are coming soon!)

Location: Telluride, CO

Adult Hockey starts for the season. Meet at the Ouray Rotary Park Ice Rink.

Registration required

Youth Ice Hockey starts every Tuesday at the Ouray Rotary Park Ice Rink. Practice goes from 6-8 PM.

Open for 5th-8th-graders

Registration Required

This inclusive festival is dedicated

to expanding access to the out-

doors to diverse and marginalized

communities.

Snow riders race through an exciting

course while being pulled by horses.

It’s a rodeo combined with ski racing!

Explore the basic equipment and

skills necessary for travel in the

backcountry.

$20 per person.

Snow has already begun dusting our higher peaks in the San Jaun Mountains, which means winter is closing in and it's time to tune up our skis and skills.

Our Level 1 and Level 2 Avalanche Course dates for the upcoming winter season are live! If you're new to the backcountry or are looking to refresh your skills, check out our Level 1 courses, which includes a hut-based course at Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass. We are also offering two hut-based Level 2 courses—one at Campfire Ranch and another at the OPUS Hut—for those who are keen on progressing further in the backcountry. (Also, keep an eye on our Avalanche Rescue Course dates, as those are coming soon!)

Location: Ouray, CO

Ice climbing competitions & clinics,

gear demos, and presentations.

A truly international event!

The San Juan Snakes face off

against the Telluride Lizard Heads

A fun community gathering!

Snow has already begun dusting our higher peaks in the San Jaun Mountains, which means winter is closing in and it's time to tune up our skis and skills.

Our Level 1 and Level 2 Avalanche Course dates for the upcoming winter season are live! If you're new to the backcountry or are looking to refresh your skills, check out our Level 1 courses, which includes a hut-based course at Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass. We are also offering two hut-based Level 2 courses—one at Campfire Ranch and another at the OPUS Hut—for those who are keen on progressing further in the backcountry. (Also, keep an eye on our Avalanche Rescue Course dates, as those are coming soon!)

Location: Hut-Based OPUS Hut

Join us every Friday at Cahoots Tavern for special drinks offers!

$4 Landshark Lager

$5 Red Stripe

$5 Bacardi & Capri Sun

Free shot of Sake with Hawaiian Aloha Shirt

*Ongoing event through Winter Season

Nature, in 4 Seasons: Naturalist hikes led by San Juan Mountain Association Guides.

Are you interested in connecting with the landscapes of Ouray? Do you desire more knowledge of the regional plants and animals that inhabit the San Juans? Or do you simply wish for a fun and engaging exploration that you can share with your family?

If any of these motives resonate with you, come join the knowledgeable Naturalist Guides of the San Juan Mountains Association for our 4 part Nature Exploration of the Ouray Region.

These outings will broaden your awareness of the species that call the San Juans home. We will be engaged in moderate hiking, species identification, and habitat exploration. Each hike will be focused on a different set of “residents” who stand out during the varied seasons of the year.

Groups will meet at the Ouray Visitor Center at 9:00 a.m. Programs will last until 1:00 

Attendees will get an intimate experience sampling from seven wineries, two distilleries, and one cidery from Colorado’s Western Slope. By the glass and/or bottle purchases can be enjoyed fireside amongst several lounge seating arrangements throughout the venue with breathtaking thirteen thousand foot snowy peaks.

Attendees will also get to participate in interactive retail as vendors won’t just be selling unique offerings but showcasing their craft and getting shoppers involved with their purchases.

Attendees have the option to attend Session 1 from 12pm to 3pm or Session 2 from 4pm to 7pm, each for $50 a ticket or $25 for non-drinkers.

Black Friday Sale 11/28

Tickets are $10 off for a limited time only. The promo code will be announced on @ouraywinterwinefestival social media this Friday. Grab one for you and your valentine!

Snow has already begun dusting our higher peaks in the San Jaun Mountains, which means winter is closing in and it's time to tune up our skis and skills.

Our Level 1 and Level 2 Avalanche Course dates for the upcoming winter season are live! If you're new to the backcountry or are looking to refresh your skills, check out our Level 1 courses, which includes a hut-based course at Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass. We are also offering two hut-based Level 2 courses—one at Campfire Ranch and another at the OPUS Hut—for those who are keen on progressing further in the backcountry. (Also, keep an eye on our Avalanche Rescue Course dates, as those are coming soon!)

Location: Telluride, CO

Snow has already begun dusting our higher peaks in the San Jaun Mountains, which means winter is closing in and it's time to tune up our skis and skills.

Our Level 1 and Level 2 Avalanche Course dates for the upcoming winter season are live! If you're new to the backcountry or are looking to refresh your skills, check out our Level 1 courses, which includes a hut-based course at Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass. We are also offering two hut-based Level 2 courses—one at Campfire Ranch and another at the OPUS Hut—for those who are keen on progressing further in the backcountry. (Also, keep an eye on our Avalanche Rescue Course dates, as those are coming soon!)

Location: Ouray, CO

Description goes hereJoin us every Friday at Cahoots Tavern for special drinks offers!

$4 Landshark Lager

$5 Red Stripe

$5 Bacardi & Capri Sun

Free shot of Sake with Hawaiian Aloha Shirt

*Ongoing event through Winter Season

Snow has already begun dusting our higher peaks in the San Jaun Mountains, which means winter is closing in and it's time to tune up our skis and skills.

Our Level 1 and Level 2 Avalanche Course dates for the upcoming winter season are live! If you're new to the backcountry or are looking to refresh your skills, check out our Level 1 courses, which includes a hut-based course at Campfire Ranch Red Mountain Pass. We are also offering two hut-based Level 2 courses—one at Campfire Ranch and another at the OPUS Hut—for those who are keen on progressing further in the backcountry. (Also, keep an eye on our Avalanche Rescue Course dates, as those are coming soon!)

Location: Telluride, CO