Never Stop Learning
The Colorado Railroad Museum’s popular topical lecture series, Rails & Cocktails, returns with a diverse schedule of talented presenters. Additional programs include Behind-the-Scenes Tours and other unique experience opportunities.
Each Friday, the Museum offers two traditional walking tours. The Highlight Tour acts as a wonderful introduction to the Museum, its collections and the railroads impact on Colorado’s history.
Visitors can also join us for the afternoon tour where each week our trained guides delve more deeply into a different aspect of Colorado’s railroad history.
Tours depart every Friday at 10:30AM & 1:30PM
Included with General Admission
Afternoon Highlight Walking Tour
January 16, March 6, April 24, June 12, July 31, August 21, September 18, November 6
Steam & Diesel Locomotive Walking Tour
January 23, March 13, May 1, June 19, August 7, September 25, November 13
Caboose Walking Tour
January 30, March 20, May 8, June 26, August 14, October 2
Galloping Goose Walking Tour
February 6. March 27, May 15, July 3, October 9, November 27
Railroad Kitchen Tour
February 13, April 3, May 22, July 10, August 28, October 16, December 4
Railroad Post Office Tour
February 20, April 10, May 29, July 17, September 4, October 23, December 11
Freight Train Tour
February 27, April 17, June 5, July 24, September 11, October 30, December 18
Tours are subject to change and are based on guide availability. Each week’s theme is explored using a variety of Museum resources to help bring the subject to life with the understanding that guests are welcome to continue their visit on their own after their tour.
An Evening of Colorado History – Relax, enjoy a beverage and travel back to a time when railroads shaped the American West.
7:00pm Select Fridays
Admission: $20 ages 21+ only. Admission includes 2 beverages of your choice: beer, wine or soda and snacks. Doors open at 6 PM for early enjoyment of Museum displays and the presentation starts promptly at 7 PM. Presentation length varies by event and the doors close at 9:00PM. Minimum Age: 21
2026 Lecture Event Dates:
Topics TBA
April 2, 2026
June 5, 2026
August 7, 2026
October 2, 2026
Each month join the Colorado Railroad Museum’s Curator of Exhibits, Jasmine Robertson, as she presents Dining on the Rails.
Don’t miss out on this blend of history and flavor!
Pork Chops and Coal Mining
Manhattans and Dining Car Bar Service
Mincemeat Pie
Prime Rib of Beef, Au Jus
Huevos Rancheros and Traqueros
Roulade of Beef
Colorado’s Gold Rush and Hardtack
Mary Engle Pennington and Union Pacific Chicken Salad
Buffalo Bill, Delmonico’s, and Quail on Toast
Oyster Pie and Olive Dennis
Braised Rolled Calf’s Liver En Casserole and the Denver Zephyr
Hashed Browned Potatoes and Potato Trains
Dining on the Rails: Champagne!
Railroad Hot Chocolate!
Pumpkin Pie!
Fred Harvey Coffee and Flank Steak
Roast Leg of Mutton
Mineral Water Lemonade
Roast Spring Lamb
Fruit Salad and Fruit Salad Dressing
Union Pacific Cole Slaw with Peppers
Bourbon Toddy
Cinnamon Toast and Children’s Menus
Harvey Girl Special Little Thin Orange Pancakes
Southern Pacific Chiopino
Union Pacific Fried Spring Chicken
Santa Fe Stuffed Zucchini Andalouse
SP Old Fashioned Chicken Pot Pie
Union Pacific Corned Beef Hash
Union Pacific Mountain Trout
Cheyenne Frontier Days Special
Union Pacific Bullshot Cocktail
Union Pacific Child’s Menu
D&RGW Old Fashioned Navy Bean Soup
Southern Pacific Date Bran Muffin
Peach Cobbler
