Wednesdays, 9:30am-10:30am - Learn about ranch etiquette, see if we can catch the last of our cows being milked, say "hi" to the kids goats and piglets then read farm/ranch books under the apricot tree. Come join us for this free, fun family time!
Mondays & Fridays, 9am-10am - Wake up and get revitalized with Sheryl McGourty & Deb Buck. Please pre-register or pay a cash drop-in ($24), 
Join us from 5:30-8:00pm for Live Music with Leah Orlikowski!
Leah Orlikowski is a solo musician not defined by the genre she plays but by her interpretation and delivery. Her voice is rich and clear with a little grit and her guitar work rhythmic and in full support of vocals. Her repertoire contains a majority of 60,s folk/rock with twists and turns of songs that will surprise and keep you interested.
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Devin Scott from 5:30-8:00pm.
Armed with a ukulele and a big, unexpected voice, Devin Scott easily entertains audiences of all ages. Performing everything from Coolio to Patsy Cline, Devin aims to include every one of his listeners.
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill from 5:30-8:00pm.
Blue Zeal is a Durango, CO based bluegrass band. Carol Pearse - Dobro, Hance Langley - Fiddle, Jordan Rainey - Mandolin, Maura Benton - Banjo, & Scott Flory - Bass. Lov'n life with music in it.
Donna sings originals and covers with a deep vintage voice and percussive rhythm guitar style. Think upbeat, heart-felt, playful and soulful Americana, country, folk, roots and spirit medicine. People are moved by Gentile’s rich vocals, engaging stories, meaningful lyrics and authenticity.
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Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Alison Dance from 5:30-8:00pm.
Bio coming soon!
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Matt Rupnow from 5:30-8:00pm.
Matt Rupnow is a Singer/Songwriter who lives in Southwest Colorado. He is writing, recording and performing his unique blend of music he likes to call "Rocky Mountain Soul Music".Matt performs his own music as well as an eclectic mix of favorites. His solo act features a variety of styles ranging from Country to Reggae, from Rock to Blues, to Motown, Soul and Funk.
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Doc Wesson from 5:30-8:00pm.
Doc Wesson is a singer and song writer, all around entertainer delighting audiences with his easy style, quick wit and amusing interactions.
Join us for Live Music at 5:30-8:00pm with Three Way Street
Catch this dynamic and experienced trio who combine their special three part harmony and musical skills to songs and melodies you know! Guitar, Ukulele, Keyboard and Cajon complete the sound. Kiddo friendly too!
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Agave from 5:30-8:00pm.
Locally based musicians playing an assortment of original Americana tunes and some choice covers.
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Gary Gorence with Mark Moulin from 5:30-8:00pm.
Bio coming soon!
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Agave from 5:30-8:00pm.
Bio coming soon!
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with The Badly Bent from 5:30-8:00pm.
Winners of the prestigious 2005 Telluride Bluegrass Festival band competition, The Badly Bent has performed regularly in Durango and nationally at over 100 festivals. Although the band’s lineup has changed through the years, we have remained loyal to the traditional sounds of bluegrass with our own high energy twist.
The Badly Bent is comprised of Patrick Dressen, guitar and vocals, Mark Epstein, banjo and vocals, Joel Denman, mandolin and fiddle, and our newest member of the band, Alex Read on bass. This band has been performing throughout the southwest and is happy to be performing for our hometown friends.
The Badly Bent, in the words of Bryant Liggett, “has been a mainstay in the local bluegrass scene for over 20 years.” The band has had a wide variety of member musicians through the years and has been able to reimagine itself with each new configuration. The Badly Bent for 2024 is no exception!
From Patrick, Mark, Joel, and Alex, thanks to all our loyal friends and fans who have stuck with us through more than two decades.
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Reeder & Spencer from 5:30-8:00pm.
Bio coming soon!
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Doc Wesson from 5:30-8:00pm.
Doc Wesson is a singer and song writer, all around entertainer delighting audiences with his easy style, quick wit and amusing interactions.
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Tim Sullivan from 5:30-8:00pm.
Tim Sullivan, singer/songwriter, has been a featured performer with Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette, and Glen Campbell. He has entertained at venues across the country from “The Crazy Horse” in Los Angeles to “Town Hall” on Broadway in New York City.
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Join us from 5:30-8:00pm for Live Music with Bluegrouse!
Bluegrouse emerged from the Durango music scene in 2015. This popular four-piece band is known for their outstanding vocal harmonies, with wide ranging musical tastes that dip into bluegrass, folk, swing and even the occasional Celtic tune. Comprised of veteran local musicians they have become a mainstay in and around the desert Southwest. There is an undeniable natural chemistry that brings these birds-of-a-feather together and you can't miss their fun-loving, playful energy on stage. So buckle up for an unforgettable performance. Tap your feet, sing along, or get up and dance. Bluegrouse invites you to be part of their musical journey.
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Smelter Mountain Boys from 5:30-8:00pm.
Radioactive bluegrass from Durango, CO Smelter Mountain Boys have become known in the Four Corners area for traditional bluegrass with tight instrumentation and high vocal harmonies since their founding in 2018. It’s a bit of North Carolina meets Colorado with Corey Clark bringing an extensive catalog of bluegrass favorites and standards he learned in bluegrass’ birthplace. He’s backed up by some Colorado boys that have grown up around the campground and festivals and jam circles of the Rocky Mountains; Steve Labowskie on bass and vocals, Pete Donahue on mandolin and vocals who also well known in Durango’s punk rock scene and Eli Emmitt on lead guitar. Eli’s flatpicking skills were honed while learning the “family business” of Colorado style bluegrass and jamgrass (the last name might be familiar), he is also a jazz guitar student at Fort Lewis College.
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Brice Beaird from 5:30-8:00pm.
Brice Beaird brings a refreshing twist to his original music, woven with stories that will make you laugh and warm your heart. He also adds some cover material with his special arrangements including artists that have influenced his own writing such as James Taylor, Keb Mo, Paul Simon, the Beatles, and Crosby Still and Nash.
YES, NO, MAYBE. is an acoustic musical duo based in Durango, Colorado. Strings and powerful female vocals define the sound of this band. Enjoy guitar, mandolin and bass with classic covers ranging from Sam Cooke to Elton John to the Talking Heads. This band engages and entertains their audiences with professional live sound and musical presence. Vocals, strings and smiles!
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Acoustic Gap from 5:30-8:00pm.
Bio coming soon!
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Big Love Car Wash from 5:30-8:00pm.
Big Love Car Wash is full of dichotomies: whimsical yet serious, fanciful yet pragmatic, filled with lofty dreams yet grounded in reality.
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with The Badly Bent from 5:30-8:00pm.
Winners of the prestigious 2005 Telluride Bluegrass Festival band competition, The Badly Bent has performed regularly in Durango and nationally at over 100 festivals. Although the band’s lineup has changed through the years, we have remained loyal to the traditional sounds of bluegrass with our own high energy twist.
The Badly Bent is comprised of Patrick Dressen, guitar and vocals, Mark Epstein, banjo and vocals, Joel Denman, mandolin and fiddle, and our newest member of the band, Alex Read on bass. This band has been performing throughout the southwest and is happy to be performing for our hometown friends.
The Badly Bent, in the words of Bryant Liggett, “has been a mainstay in the local bluegrass scene for over 20 years.” The band has had a wide variety of member musicians through the years and has been able to reimagine itself with each new configuration. The Badly Bent for 2024 is no exception!
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Tim Sullivan from 5:30-8:00pm.
Tim Sullivan, singer/songwriter, has been a featured performer with Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Alan Jackson, Tammy Wynette, and Glen Campbell. He has entertained at venues across the country from “The Crazy Horse” in Los Angeles to “Town Hall” on Broadway in New York City.
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with Pete Giuliani from 5:30-8:00pm.
As a solo performer Pete’s guitar and voice bring his original songs to life, while his eclecticism leads listeners down many musical paths. During a typical performance, he’s likely to perform an original song along with a tune by Johnny Cash, John Mayer, Led Zeppelin, The Jackson 5, Green Day or Prince. Whether he’s playing an original instrumental or a unique interpretation of a cover tune, the connection to his audience is always there.
Join us for live music at James Ranch Grill with San Juanderer from 5:30-8:00pm.
Andrew Schuhmann is the San Juanderer, a wandering troubadour and songwriter based in the San Juan mountains.
Often described by fans and venues alike as "refreshing!" Andrew is known for his powerhouse vocals that blend the soulful baritone of Eddie Vedder with honest intimacy of Jason Isbell.
Whether you're a fan of lyrical storytelling, nostalgic 90's, classic rock or Americana hits, Andrew promises an evening filled with compelling storytelling and familiar favorites to satisfy every musical palette.
Join us for live Music at James Ranch Grill from 5:30-8:00pm. The Blue Moon Ramblers are a Durango-local Americana/Bluegrass band. This is the last live music for this season so come join us!