Experience life on the rails this fall!
Alberta’s railway companies all have something special planned for September and October, focusing on the best parts of the season.
You can celebrate Halloween, taste Alberta’s local brewers, sit down for a harvest dinner, or even experience an authentic train robbery.
These exciting, spooky, or picturesque train rides come from operators across the province.
Prices range for each railway’s events; some will be family-friendly or adult-only.
Alberta Prairie Railway
Alberta Prairie Railway in Stettler is fall-ready with three different types of excursions, great for all ages.
1. End Of Steam Season Special To Big Valley
Catch the season’s final steam-powered ride to Big Valley, complete with onboard entertainment and a hearty barbecue steak meal. You’ll have time to explore railway history, museums, the blue church, roundhouse and elevator sites. On the way back, there’s a possible fireworks stop, plus one last twist: the Reynolds Raiders may just come looking for the mine payroll on board!
When: September 26, 2026
How much: Adults (14 & over) $165.00; Children (3 to 13) $100.00; 2 & Under n/c.
2. Fall Turkey Supper To Big Valley
Take in the fall colours on a scenic train ride to Big Valley, where a roast turkey feast with all the fixings awaits. You’ll also get live onboard entertainment, time to explore railway museums, St. Edmund’s church and local shops like Granny’s Fudge Factory. Keep an eye out, though, because the horse-mounted Reynolds Raiders may be after the mine payroll!
When: October 3, 2026
How much: Adults (14 & over) $155.00; Children (3 to 13) $90.00; 2 & Under n/c
3. Ukrainian Dinner At Big Valley
Spend five hours riding to Big Valley with live train entertainment, a buffet of traditional Ukrainian dishes, and plenty of time to explore local history. Browse the roundhouse, railway displays, McAlister’s Garage Museum and the Vintage Tool and Collectibles Museum, then visit local shops. Just keep watch for the Reynolds Raiders, who may be after the mine payroll on board!
When: October 10, 2026
How much: Adults (14 & over) $155.00; Children (3 to 13) $90.00; 2 & under n/c
5. Harvest Pumpkin Fest
Celebrate everything fall with your family at the Harvest Pumpkin Fest which includes 2.5 hours of train time and time at the Country Hideaway. Once your train arrives at the hideaway, you and your kids can play games, pick pumpkins, and visit with animals at the petting zoo.
When: October 17, 2026 (multiple timeslots)
How much: Adults (14 & over) $80.00; Children (3 to 13) $55.00; 2 & Under n/c
Aspen Crossing – Train of Terror
During October, things start to get spooky on the train.
As an adults-only event, the Train of Terror promises some real scares. Your night of terror begins before you even get on the train, with a terrifying maze. Once on the train, the haunt can begin at any time. The excursions allow time for socializing, cocktail, and food purchases.
When: October 1 to 31, 2026
How much: $66.66. to $119.99 plus fees
Battle River Train Excursions
Step aboard the Battle River Express for a festive murder mystery adventure. Travel from Kelsey to Forestburg, enjoy a Christmas feast, and unravel clues with friends or colleagues. On the return trip, piece together the puzzle to solve the crime. Tickets include a round-trip train ride, a meal, and live entertainment.
When: November 28 & 29, 2026
How much: $150 Adult; $100 Youth
High Level Streetcar & Local Breweries
Edmonton’s High Level Streetcar represents a bit of local history and is one of the coolest ways to get sweeping views of the fall-coloured river valley.
If you are only interested in train rides, ride the rails on weekends until Thanksgiving Weekend.
While you may not be able to enjoy fall colours, enjoy local tasting specials on Thursdays until October (after dark), or take a spooky, historical 1-hour ride as the sun sets over Deadmonton.
When: Brewery tastings: Thursdays until October 17, 2026
Sightseeing: Until October 15, 2026
High Level Bridge Haunted Trolley Tours: October 22, 2026
Where: 10910 100 Ave. NW, Edmonton
How much: $5 to $63.10
Jasper to McBride Train Tour
Did you know there is a train tour in Jasper which you can take to enjoy a Fall colour tour to B.C.? This Jasper-to-McBride adventure combines three hours aboard Via’s Skeena Train with a guided return bus tour.
Highlights include Dunster, Rearguard Falls, and towering Mount Robson. Along the way, travellers enjoy stunning scenery, photo opportunities, and engaging stories about the region’s history, geology, and wildlife before returning to Jasper. The train tour is available year-round, and a fall ride lets you see the season’s vibrant colours.
SunDog Transportation and Tour Co.
Where: Jasper Train Station
When: Wednesday, Friday & Sunday
How much: Adult: $139 Child: $65
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