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Sep 17 2025

Night Market at West Slope Startup Week

Looking for your next favorite artisan-crafted necklace, ceramic creation, or herbal remedy—or maybe just a good excuse to hang out with creative geniuses from across the Western Slope? Meet us at the Night Market. For the first time ever, the Rural Creative Collective is hosting a Night Market during West Slope Startup Week, October 6-10 in Durango. And trust us, it’s not your average pop-up. We're bringing together 20+ rural artists, makers, and creative entrepreneurs for a one-night celebration of all things beautiful, useful, and built with heart. What’s the Night Market? It’s part gallery, part marketplace, part block party. From handcrafted goods and original artwork to wellness products and creative services, the Night Market is where you can shop...

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Calling All Makers: Share Your Expertise at WSSW 2025

Calling All Makers: Share Your Expertise at WSSW 2025

West Slope Startup Week is back, October 6-10 in Durango! And we are now accepting session submissions for the 2025 Makers Track. Built for entrepreneurs who create physical products—whether you're working out of your garage or managing a small-batch production...

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WSSW25: Pitch Your Session

WSSW25: Pitch Your Session

And we're back!—West Slope Start Week (WSSW) is gearing up for another round of forward-thinking workshops, panels, and conversations, and we want to hear from you. Whether you’re a serial entrepreneur, investor, creative, or experienced business leader, this is your...

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How WSSW Has Evolved to Serve More Rural Entrepreneurs

How WSSW Has Evolved to Serve More Rural Entrepreneurs

This story was originally published on StartupColorado.org, written by Khara Wolf, West Slope Startup Week (WSSW) is on the move! This free week-long event for entrepreneurs and small business owners is relocating from Grand Junction to the rural startup hub of...

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West Slope Startup Week 2022 Recap

West Slope Startup Week 2022 Recap

Highlights from 2022 West Slope Startup Week There is so much to celebrate from the fourth annual West Slope Startup Week event! Firstly, a huge thank you to all of our sponsors, participants, and organizers. Let's take a look at what made West Slope Startup Week 2022...

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