Pagosa Springs Events
Monday, December 15 2025
Backcountry Film Festival @ Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts
Presented by Winter Wildlands Alliance, the Backcountry Film Festival celebrates the spirit of human-powered adventure through stories that connect us to wild places, to each other, and to the movement to keep winter wild. Join Winter Wildlands Alliance for the 21st Annual Backcountry Film Festival at Pagosa Springs Center for the Arts, featuring human-powered winter films, giveaways, drinks, and more. Grab your friends and your tickets, and get ready to celebrate winter! 5:30pm.
Friday, January 16 2026
Pagosa Springs Winterfest 2026
Kick things off Friday night with a cozy bonfire, music, Battle of the Soups, Penguin Plunge, Cross Country ski activities, Sledz on Rez and local food vendors. On Saturday and Sunday mornings, look to the skies for breathtaking hot air balloon ascensions. It's a weekend full of warmth, flavor, and festive fun for all ages!
Saturday, January 17 2026
Pagosa Springs Winterfest 2026
Kick things off Friday night with a cozy bonfire, music, Battle of the Soups, Penguin Plunge, Cross Country ski activities, Sledz on Rez and local food vendors. On Saturday and Sunday mornings, look to the skies for breathtaking hot air balloon ascensions. It's a weekend full of warmth, flavor, and festive fun for all ages!
Saturday, January 17 2026
Winterfest Barkus Parade! @ Town Park
Presented by Rugby's Rescue House. Get ready for a pawsitively fun day at the Barkus Parade, our annual canine costume contest! Registration and lineup begin at 9:30am, Parade at 10am. Just $10! All proceeds will go to Rugby's Rescue House, a wonderful non-profit dog rescue dedicated to helping local dogs in need. Bring your furry friends dressed in their best winter costumes and make this a day to remember!
Saturday, January 17 2026
Winterfest 16th Annual Penguin Plunge @ Pagosa Springs Visitor Center
Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. Support your favorite non-profits by raising money and plunging into the freezing cold San Juan River, or enjoy the view from the San Juan River Walk. These brave souls don't just jump in and get out, we make them REALLY plunge into the river! As a plunger enjoy a free soaking pass to one of Pagosa's hot mineral spa facilities along with other participant goodies and prizes. Registration at 12pm at Visitor Center. Plunge at 1pm.
Saturday, January 17 2026
Sledz on Rez @ Reservoir Hill Downtown
Presented by Build Pagosa. Create a decorated sled to slide down Rez Hill. Lots of prizes will be awarded. Unsafe sleds may be disqualified. Helmets are strongly recommended. Registration at 1pm. Food, Drinks, and Fun 1-3:30pm, sledding at 2:30pm. Weather contingent.
Sunday, January 18 2026
Pagosa Springs Winterfest 2026
Kick things off Friday night with a cozy bonfire, music, Battle of the Soups, Penguin Plunge, Cross Country ski activities, Sledz on Rez and local food vendors. On Saturday and Sunday mornings, look to the skies for breathtaking hot air balloon ascensions. It's a weekend full of warmth, flavor, and festive fun for all ages!
Saturday, April 25 2026
Brews for Rescues @ Archuleta County Fairgrounds
Join us for the Brews for Rescues Beer Fest, an unforgettable day of beer, bites, and good vibes in beautiful Pagosa Springs! Whether you're a beer enthusiast, a music lover, or an animal advocate, this event has something for everyone. Come out, have fun, and support a great cause! Unlimited beer tasting, Live Musi and, Food trucks. Noon-5pm.
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