January - April*: Student Appreciation
Discounted student group fares & Educational tours.
*Some dates restricted
January 29th : Snowdown Balloon Train
Ride through the beautiful Animas Valley to see this spectacular event, featuring a beautiful display of colorful hot air balloons ascending in the early morning frost. Enjoy complimentary donuts, coffee, and champagne while watching the balloons rise from the warmth of the train! Departs Durango at 8:00 a.m. To make reservations, call 1-800-717-0108
February 14th: Romance on the Rails, Valentine's Day Train
A romantic night onboard the D&SNGRR's first-class vintage coaches. Fare includes hors d'ouevres, dessert, live, music, chocolates, and a rose for the ladies. Departs 6pm, returns 10:15pm. $119 per person.
February 19th: Winter Photo Special
Special winter train with photo run-by's. Very Limited seating.
Engine: TBD. Departs Durango at 8:00 a.m. returning around dusk. Complimentary coffee and donuts in the morning. Fare is $89.00 and $135 for caboose. Reservations can be made by phone at 1-800-717-0108
May 5th: Annual Narrow Gauge Days
BBQ & entertainment in front of depot 11AM-2PM
May 6th: Silverton Salutations
Opening day of Silverton service
May 27th: Annual Iron Horse Bicycle Classic
Bicyclists race the train to Silverton
June 8 - 11: Step Back in Time Festival
A celebration of the "Boom Town" glory of Silverton. For information call 1-970-387-5522.
June 16 - 19: Day Out With Thomas Event
Excursions with the loveable little blue engine, plus a great deal more. Call 888-872-4607 for details.
July 4th: Independance Day Express
Ride the train to Silverton for a day of fun and festivities and return to Durango after the fireworks.
August 21-26: Narrow Gauge Convention
August 23-27: 8th Annual Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge RAILFEST
Watch the website for details!
September 23-24: Fall Photographer's Special
Unique photo run-bys of the train. For details or call 1-800-717-0108
October: Pumpkin Patch Express
Ride the train to bring home the perfect pumpkin. Dates and times TBA.
November 22nd: Cascade Canyon Winter Train Begins
Call for schedule: 1-800-717-0108
November 23rd: Polar Express Season.
Exact dates TBA. Call 1-888-872-4607 for details.
December 2nd: Santa Reception in the Depot
Enjoy hot cocoa with Santa upon the train's return from Cascade Canyon
December 31: Annual New Year's Eve Midnight Train
Enjoy a festive evening excursion onboard a turn-of-the-century train. Entertainment, hors d'ouevres and a cash bar. Victorian attire suggested. |
