It's Official! Durango Blues Train Returns This Summer On August 26 & 27, 2022

All aboard! We're back! The Durango Blues Train is thrilled to announce that it will once again take the rails for a moving musical journey on August 26 & 27, 2022. Join us for an exciting musical adventure aboard the historic Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad’s steam-powered train through the spectacular and breathtaking canyons of the San Juan National Forest. The Blues Train features six live blues performances inside the train coaches with a festive musical environment. Each artist performs in their own vintage coach, while passengers are free to dance their way from coach to coach. Four coaches have seats while two are open with no seats for dancing. Enjoy an evening on the rails with some of Colorado's best craft beer, cider and wine along with spectacular scenery.

Important Upcoming Dates To Remember

  • Artist Lineup Announcement - Wednesday, March 30 at 11 am (MT)

  • Tickets On Sale - Thursday, March 31 at 10 am (MT)

Mark your calendars! Tickets are very limited and will sell out quickly with the Saturday trains selling out extremely quickly.

Please note, the Durango Blues Train is limited to ages 21+.

Mark your calendars! Tickets are very limited and will sell out quickly with the Saturday train selling out extremely quickly.

Please note, the Durango Blues Train is limited to ages 21+.


COVID-19 Travel Updates And Information

The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Train is governed by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) which currently requires that masks be worn within the Train Depot, in the Train Museum and onboard the Durango Blues Train enclosed coaches when windows are not opened, regardless of our attendees’ vaccination status. Masks will not be required when riding in the open train gondola cars, however, masks will still be required when visiting the restrooms, and also when passing through closed cars at any time.

If the pandemic situation continues to improve as the 2022 summer progresses, it is possible that the TSA could lift their current restrictions. We will continue monitoring the situation and communicate any changes in a timely manner.

Please make note of these restrictions and keep in mind that refunds will not be granted as a result of any subsequent changes to the current policies unless the event is forced to cancel altogether.


Planning Your Trip

Great restaurants, live music and outdoor recreation in the Southwest come together for the perfect weekend getaway this summer. National parks, monuments, brewery tours, hiking, biking, river rafting and so many more recreational activities are all at your fingertips. Planning ahead? Let us help! Use our list of staff suggestions and ideas below as a guide to experience Durango like a local and plan your ultimate vacation!


Where To Stay - Lodging Guide

Standing as the gateway between the towering San Juan Mountains and the vast Southwest Desert, Durango is a town bustling with abundant outdoor recreation opportunities, plentiful dinning and bar options, historic relics and more! If you're coming for a musical voyage on the Durango Blues Train we recommend making it a weekend or a long weekend to explore what the treasured destination is all about. The Durango Blues Train lodging partners offer great accommodations, deals and more, to help you make the most of your trip.


Online Blues Train Merchandise Store

Commemorate your experience and shop online for shirts, hats, sweatshirts and posters! Click below to shop now.