La Plata County Fairgrounds March 26, 2024 [Video]

Hi, I’m Eric Eicher, Employee Owner and President of Alpine Bank Durango. At Alpine Bank, we believe in the power of community and connecting you with the resources you need to work, live, and play in our community. I hope you enjoy this edition of “Community Insights.”

Near the historic downtown of Durango, Colorado, lies a cherished landmark that has been a cornerstone of community gatherings for over a century, the La Plata County Fairgrounds. From exhilarating rodeos under night skies to bustling gem and mineral shows and motorcycle rallies, this vibrant hub has woven itself into the fabric of local life, offering an array of events that celebrate tradition, youth, and rural Southwestern lifestyle.

Plata County Fairgrounds has been in the North Main District of Durango, Colorado since 1917. We have two ball fields on the property as well as an exhibit hall, a rodeo arena, a horse exercising …