
We love celebrating Snowdown at 11th Street Station, and we are proud to present the best Snowdown Parties, Events, Competitions and Prizes! There are 16 unique events at 11th Street Station for Snowdown 2026 with all of our food truck vendors participating. We have several new events for Snowdown 2026, and we are proud to feature some of your long-time favorite 11th Street Station Snowdown Events like the LEGO Walk, Sexy Car Wash, and the Quaffing Tournament.
Be sure to register for Snowdown Events at 11th Street Station with the form below.
Ready, Set, Hike! Can you achieve the most vertical feet? This event will put your calves to the test! Each runner will have one chance to achieve the most vert. in 5 minutes during the head-to-head challenge. No holding onto handrails at any point; however, you may adjust your speed and elevation. We’ll do our best to place you against your chosen defender, should you have one. Prizes for the top 3 competitors. This is a free event. Event Coordinator: Stephanie Barnett 970-274-3491.
Sprint barefoot across a minefield of Legos in a timed race! More fun than blowing out 150 Colorado birthday cake candles. No need to panic, it’s over in a jiffy. Rules: 18+ Must be barefoot. Participants have 1 minute to get back and forth as many times as possible. You must ring the bell at each end of the aisle before turning around and continuing forward. The participant with the most dings at the end of the minute wins! Progress in the last lap will be marked with tape labelled with contestants name in case of a tie. In case of still die, lego build off will determine the winner. Prizes: 1st: $50 Gift Card & Swag. 2nd: $25 Gift Card & Swag. 3rd: $15 Gift Card & Swag. Free drink ticket to all participants.
A perennial favorite, taking the classic party Quarters to the next level! Teams of 4 compete tournament-style for the coveted "Golden Ass” trophy. What do Quarters have to do with asses? Come find out! We’re not explaining this in print. Must be 21+. This is a free event. Rules: Must be 21+. Classic game of quarters taken to a new level - teams of 4 compete against each other in a tournament style bracket for the top 3 places. Participants must follow the rules for each round or risk docked points or disqualification. Each round lasts for 1 minute. For all rounds, only 1 team member can walk down the aisle at a time, and must make it back to the start before the next member may advance. 2 teams compete head to head with the highest scoring team continuing on. Prizes: 1st: Four $25 Gift Cards ($100 Value). 2nd: Four Free Drink Tickets. 3rd: 11th Street Station Swag.
Test your jitters and skill at our Operation board game classic, but no eating of the removed body parts! Go head-to-head in a single lady/dude tournament. Join us for this (to say the least) entertaining event. All ages are welcome if we have enough board games. This is a free event. Rules: Participants compete 2 at a time, winners advance and continue tournament bracket until top 3 are picked. The winner is the participant with the most pieces. Prizes: 1st: $25 Gift Card. 2nd: $15 Gift Card. Limited time per round, TBD before the event depends on the number of sign ups.
What starts as a classic game of Connect 4 may turn into an outright Hootenanny. Let’s hope, at least. Come one, come all! Must be 18+. This is a free event. Prizes: 1st: $25 Gift Card. 2nd: $15 Gift Card.
Have you always dreamed of being in a fashion show? This is your chance! The only catch? You must wear your most chicken-inspired outfit to compete. Bonus points if your runway strut rivals Mike the Headless Chicken, the infamous Fruita celebrity! Must be 18+. This is a free event. Prizes: 1st: $35 Gift Card. 2nd: $20 Gift Card. 3rd: 11th Street Station Swag.
Will you strike silver or bust your roll? Time to shake the dice and go for the Yahtzee! Test your luck, plan your moves, and show off your strategy skills! Must be 18+. This is a free event. Prizes: 1st: $25 Gift Card. 2nd: $15 Gift Card.
Did you know the cheeseburger was invented in Denver and trademarked in 1935? Limited seats at this speed eating, single elimination eating competition featuring the most delicious sliders from Backcountry Gourmet. Come with an empty belly and make it to the final three standing for the grand prize! These sliders will be even better. Must be 18+. This is a free event. Prizes: 1st: $50 Back Country Gourmet Gift Card and Swag. 2nd: Back Country Gourmet Swag. 3rd: Back Country Gourmet Swag.
Come test out your throwing arm with pizza dough disc golf! You only get one dough ball and three baskets, so go big or play it safe. And remember, things tend to fly a little differently in this high-altitude air! The lowest score wins. No dough needed to enter. Must be 21+. This is a free event. Prizes: 1st: $50 Gift Card. 2nd: $25 Gift Card. 3rd: Free Drink Ticket.
Don’t be square like Colorado’s borders. Show off your best moves in this SNOWDOWN event! You will have 3 minutes to show the judges and the crowd your best threads and winning dance moves. Judging will be based on your moves, attire, AND ability to wash a car! Classy, sassy, and chassis? Good clean fun? Must be 21+. This is a free event. Rules: 21+. Participants pick a stage name and dance song at time of sign up. Participants dance and clean the truck while their song plays and judges judge. Prizes: 1st: $350 Cash and Swag Plus a $200 Gift Card to Your Flesh Tattoo. 2nd: $150 Cash and Swag. 3rd: $50 Cash and Swag. Crowd Favorite: $50 Cash and Swag. All Participants Receive a $20 Gift Card.
Two DJs, two channels, one dance floor, you choose your vibe with the flick of a switch. Whether you're showcasing your best dance moves or competing as a DJ, this SNOWDOWN showdown will have you battling for the title of ultimate crowd-pleaser. Must be 21+. This is a free event. Prizes: 1st: Guaranteed Gig at 11th Street Station Paying $300 and $100 Cash. Free Drink Ticket for All Participants.

Think you’ve got the iced coffee chops to rule Durango? Bring your secret recipe, yes, the one you’ve been tweaking at 2 AM for years, and craft a cup that will blow judges’ minds (and give them the jitters). We’ll provide a mountain of fun and quirky ingredients to mix, muddle, and let you espresso your creativity. Bonus points for the cleverest coffee name, because flavor isn’t the only thing that matters in this battle of the java jive. There are prizes for the top three competitors. 1st Place: $150 gift card to Cafe Amore & Love n Juice and swag. 2nd Place: $50 gift card and swag. 3rd $25 gift card and swag. Must be 18+. This is a free event.
Rev up, little trailblazers! Kids will take the wheel of battery-powered Big Rigs and roll into our miniature demolition derby corral. Each rider will defend their rig’s balloons while aiming to pop the competition one by one until only one legendary little driver remains. Big wheel keeps on turnin’ lil’ buckaroos keep on burnin. For kids under 10. This is a free event. Winners Receive Children's Toys. Please bring your own helmet and Big Wheel car if you are able to. If you don't have a car a limited amount will be available for use.
Downtown Durango - Start and End at the Elks Ballroom - 901 E 2nd Ave It’s the Colorado Open, SNOWDOWN style. Saddle up for the annual costumed tavern golf shootout, where only the sharpest aim (and the steadiest stride) prevail. High noon marks the first draw. Armed with your own putter and golf ball, you’ll duel your way through Durango’s finest watering holes. See SNOWDOWN.org for entry details. Must be 21+. Event Coordinator: Doug Lyon 970-560-1753 Entry Cost: $80/team.
Hosted by Love ‘N Juice. Do you have what it takes to craft the most delicious Durango smoothie? You’ll have 5 minutes to whip up the ultimate blend using only the provided ingredients. Whether it’s a Palisade Peach Pucker or a Paonia Pear-fection, the tastiest blended concoction will be judged on taste, creativity, and the perfect name. There are prizes for the top three competitors. 1st Place: $150 gift card to Cafe Amore & Love n Juice and swag. 2nd Place: $50 gift card and swag. 3rd $25 gift card and swag. Must be 18+. This is a free event.
Quaff [kwof, kwaf, kwawf] Verb To drink a beverage, especially an intoxicating one, copiously and with hearty enjoyment. Synonyms: guzzle, swig, gulp, swallow. Make your move in this annual SNOWDOWN favorite and test your quaffing skills in this fast-paced, fun-filled event! Watch as teams of 4 compete in a thrilling beer slinging battle. It’s all about speed, style, (belching?) and the art of the perfect swig. Must be 21+. $40 per team. Please register in advance with the form below. Rules: Teams of 4, $40 per team paid in cash on the day of the event, everybody must be 21+. Quaffers must be 6 inches from the edge of the table. The quaffer and pitcher must rotate every pitch. Pitchers may not pitch until beer has been caught and drunk by the previous quaffer (must drink the beer, not wear it). Absolutely no puking, or team is disqualified and will not continue. Prizes: 1st: Four $50 Gift Cards ($200 Value). 2nd: Four $25 Gift Cards ($100 Value). 3rd: Four Free Drink Tickets.
Hosted by Avalanche Bowl Company. Step up to the lane and show off your classic Skee-Ball skills in this retro arcade showdown. Each player gets 6 rice balls to roll toward targets worth different points. Rack up tickets to redeem for gift cards, prizes, and all sorts of fun loot. First-come, first-served, so grab your spot early! Must be 18+. This is a free event.
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