New Year’s Eve – African Dance Party

Ring in 2026 with an electrifying night of rhythm, song, and celebration at the Durango Arts Center. Zimbabwean percussionist, vocalist, and bandleader Blessing Bled Chimanga headlines an unforgettable New Year’s Eve, with soulful support from the Eli Emmitt Band and late-night grooves by DJ Panacea. Dress to shine, bring your friends, and dance your way into the new year!

When: Wednesday, December 31 (New Year’s Eve)
Time: Doors 8:00 PM • Music 8:30 PM
Where: Durango Arts Center
Lineup: Blessing Bled Chimanga (headliner) • Eli Emmitt Band• DJ Panacea

Tickets:

$50 Pre-sale
$55 Day Of Show
$75 VIP- Tickets include: front row seating, 1 bottle of champagne per table for 2 (two tickets/seats), an authentic African souvenir.

Secure your spot early—this night sells itself. Let’s dance into 2026! 🎉🪘

Blessing Bled Chimanga

Blessing “Bled” Chimanga is an internationally acclaimed Zimbabwean musician, singer, and songwriter, celebrated for his electrifying stage presence and remarkable talent as a multi-instrumentalist. A virtuoso on the marimba, drums, and vocals, Blessing seamlessly blends Afro-jazz, traditional Zimbabwean sounds, and contemporary rhythms to create music that resonates globally. As a dynamic bandleader of the group Dreams, his performances are vibrant, interactive, and deeply soulful, captivating audiences with his infectious energy and passion.Blessing has toured extensively, gracing stages at major festivals across Africa, Europe, Asia, and America, earning recognition as a true cultural ambassador. His ability to connect with audiences transcends language and borders, making him a perfect fit for festivals seeking an artist who can inspire joy, unity, and celebration. A storyteller and crowd-pleaser, Blessing Chimanga is more than a musician—he is an unforgettable experience.

Blessing's Website

Eli Emmitt Band

A four piece soul project created in southwest Colorado consisting of Eli Emmitt on lead vocals and guitar, Gabe Neymark on keys and vocals, Evan Stambler on drums, and Wade Campbell on Bass. Drawing from the old and the new, their music blends influences like Stevie Wonder, and D’angelo with modern influences like Hiatus Kaiyote and Leon Bridges. With funky jams, and soulful vocals the band will draw you in and make you want to dance your heart out!

Eli Emmitt Band Website

DJ Panacea

Brady is a vocalist, songwriter, performance poet and DJ. His musical ear was tuned in utero as his parents sang carols on the Snowmass mall with him warmly nestled in his mother’s womb. His childhood was blessed with children’s choirs and music camps, and he performed in many musical productions along the way. After college, Brady took center stage as lead vocalist for Durango’s premiere Reggae band , A Dub Rock. Additionally, he was honored to provide backup vocals for the foundational beginnings of J-Calvin’s Funk Express. A special events DJ specializing in global dance music, Brady currently produces and performs Soma Sound Space, a twice monthly ecstatic dance experience in Durango, endearingly known as Dance Church, in room 208 of the Smiley Building on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of every month.

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