Durangiving: A Holiday With Heart
Move over, Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving, there’s a new holiday in town. Durangiving is all about giving back in honor of everything Duran Duran has given to us. Created by the founders of DuranDuranies.com, this compassion-driven celebration goes beyond music to make a real-world impact. It’s the ultimate fan holiday, where Duranies come together to share food, memories, and great tunes in the spirit of giving.
Held every year on November 21st—the anniversary of the release of Seven and the Ragged Tiger—Durangiving encourages fans to support charitable organizations, either through donations or volunteer hours, and help make the world a better place.
Whether you’re hosting an at-home gathering, a potluck in the park, volunteering at your local food bank, or celebrating virtually, the goal is the same: to turn our love for Duran Duran into positive action. It’s a holiday with heart, mixing Duran fandom with with acts of kindness and compassion.
Durangiving and the “Ragged Tiger”
November 21st marks the release of Seven and the Ragged Tiger—one of Duran Duran’s most iconic albums. Released in 1983, it catapulted the band to global superstardom with hits like The Reflex, New Moon On Monday, and Union of the Snake.
Seven and the Ragged Tiger explores themes of ambition, power, and the perils of fame, with the “seven” symbolizing the five band members and their two managers, and the “ragged tiger” representing the pursuit of success. Durangiving captures this spirit, as fans unite to support others who are chasing their own “ragged tiger”. Whether it’s helping the homeless find shelter, supporting efforts to combat climate change, empowering women and children through education and resources, or advocating for animal welfare, Durangiving is about coming together to make a difference.
How to Celebrate Durangiving
Here’s how to throw the perfect Durangiving dinner party:
Set the Scene:
Durangiving is all about celebrating with your closest Duranie crew. Go for a classic sit-down feast or keep it chill with a potluck or buffet, letting your guests bring their signature dishes. It’s just before Thanksgiving, so it’s okay to swap out the turkey for a juicy roast chicken or a killer lasagna. And for sides, go wild with Duran Duran-inspired dishes and drinks — think Red Carpet Mascarpone Dip and Lizard Mixture cocktails. Yes, we’re going there.
Embrace the Spirit:
No Durangiving is complete without a serious soundtrack. Curate the ultimate Duran Duran playlist—mix in some deep cuts and keep the energy high by streaming their legendary videos on your TV. As for the dress code: go full 80s New Romantic or channel the Seven and the Ragged Tiger vibe with tiger print everything. Bonus points if you dress in one of our Duran Duran-inspired costumes.
Give Back:
Durangiving is about more than just rocking and chowing down. It’s about giving back to those who need it most. Make this a night of action by asking guests to bring donations for a local food bank, pet supplies for a rescue shelter, care packages for the troops, or unwrapped toys for kids in need. The spirit of giving is what ties it all together, turning a celebration of Duran Duran into a chance to make a tangible impact on your community.
Duranies Give Back
At its core, the Durangiving mission is a celebration of the music between us by turning our passion for the band into a force for good. Here are some creative ways to incorporate giving into your Durangiving celebration:
- Bake Sale or Raffle: Organize a bake sale with Duran Duran-inspired treats. Or raffle them off by selling tickets.
- Donation Drive: Ask guests to bring donations toward a chosen cause – toys for kids, blankets for shelter dogs, comfort items for hospice, books for schools, holiday gifts for low-income families, etc.
- Durangiving Playlist Party: Organize a virtual or in-person listening party where guests contribute a donation to share their favorite Duran Duran tracks. Create a collaborative playlist to celebrate while raising funds.
- Duran Duran Trivia Contest: Test your guests’ Duran Duran knowledge with a trivia game. Charge for entry or pledge donations based on points earned.
- Game Night: Set up a night of board games, trivia, or video game tournaments with an entry fee that goes to the charity.
- Karaoke for a Cause: Host a Duran Duran-themed karaoke night where participants donate to sing their favorite songs. Offer small prizes for the best performance or fan-favorite renditions.
- Matching Donation Pledges: Encourage guests or fellow fans to match donations. Local businesses may even chip in.
- Silent Auction: Set up a silent auction for fan-donated items and donate the raised funds to charity.
- Social Media Push: Use social media to spread the word and link to your donation page.
- Themed Raffles: Raffle off Duran Duran-themed items, artwork, or even concert tickets, with proceeds going to charity.
- Virtual Donations: For those celebrating online, set up a GoFundMe or other crowdfunding page to support your favorite charity.
Durangiving Decorating
When it comes to setting the scene for Durangiving, let the magic of Duran Duran’s music inspire every corner of your space. From the number 7 to tiger stripes, there are endless ways to infuse the ragged tiger spirit into your décor.
New Moon on Monday Light Displays
It’s time to la luna with moon-shaped decorations galore, a nod to New Moon on Monday.
Tiger Tiger Accents
Tiger prints, tiger faux fur, tiger accents, tiger appetizers, tiger everything!
Union of the Snake
Snake party favors, snake tableware, snake inspired cocktails. You get the idea.
Seven and the Ragged Tiger Inspired Recipes
I Take the Rice:
Chasing After Rainbow Veggies:
Treasure in the Dark:
Ragged Tiger Cake:
La Luna Cookies:
Storm in the Afterglow Cocktail: cranberry and orange
Fizzy Smile:
Where to Give
You do you and give to the organizations that you believe in. Need an idea? We recommend these:
- Advocates for Trans Equality
- Alzheimers Association
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
- ASPCA
- Best Buddies
- Blue Marine Foundation
- Breast Cancer Research Foundation
- Cancer Awareness Trust
- Doctors Without Borders
- Future Dreams Breast Cancer Awareness
- Malala Fund
- Meals On Wheels
- Music For All
- New Directions for Women
- Obama Foundation
- PBS Foundation
- Planned Parenthood
- Prostate Cancer Foundation
- Road Recovery Foundation
- Tall Ships Youth Trust
- The Tiger Project
- The Trevor Project
- USO United Service Organizations
