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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.

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. Minimum Age: 21

NEW for 2026: Season Pass for all 2026 Rails & Cocktails events now available!

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2026 Lecture Event Dates & Topics:

Next Lecture: April 3, 2026 – Hell on Wheels Uncovered with Riley Limbaugh

Join us for the first Colorado Rails & Cocktails of the 2026 as archaeology graduate student Riley Limbaugh explores the history of Julesburg III, the site of “Hell on Wheels” Julesburg and the only Colorado location along the Transcontinental Railroad. His presentation will examine Colorado’s role in the railroad, the region’s connection to the Pony Express, and how modern tools like GIS mapping and LiDAR are helping uncover the site’s past through ongoing fieldwork.

Future Lectures:
June 5, 2026 – Traqueros with Angelina M. Lopez
August 7, 2026 – The Rocky Mountain Railroad Club with Jim Ehernberger
October 2, 2026 – Roundhouse Report with Jeff Taylor

NEW FOR 2026: Season Pass!

For the first time ever, the Museum is offering Colorado Rails & Cocktails season tickets! Secure your seat for all four of the 2026 lectures with a bundled pass for $80. Members receive a 10% discount when purchasing the bundle. Don’t miss a single evening of history, engaging conversation, and cocktails!

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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.

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Tours depart every Friday at 10:30AM & 1:30PM
$3 per participant (ages under 2 and Museum Members are free).

Afternoon Highlight Walking Tour
April 24, June 12, July 31, August 21, September 18, November 6

Steam & Diesel Locomotive Walking Tour
May 1, June 19, August 7, September 25, November 13

Caboose Walking Tour
May 8, June 26, August 14, October 2

Galloping Goose Walking Tour
May 15, July 3, October 9, November 27

Railroad Kitchen Tour
April 3, May 22, July 10, August 28, October 16, December 4

Railroad Post Office Tour
April 10, May 29, July 17, September 4, October 23, December 11

Freight Train Tour
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.

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