Mid-Continent Railway Museum Pumpkin Special 2026

Name: Mid-Continent Railway Museum — Pumpkin Special 2026
Location: Mid-Continent Railway Museum

North Freedom, WI

Mid-Continent Railway Museum runs Pumpkin Special for the 2026 season from North Freedom, WI. Vintage train ride from North Freedom to Quartzite Lake, where riders pick a pumpkin and bring it aboard for the return trip. The 2026 calendar typically runs october; firm dates haven't been posted yet.

2026 dates

October

Not verified in this review; check the operator page.

Ticket details

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Event

Pumpkin Special

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Frequently asked

Where does the train stop?

The Pumpkin Special travels to Quartzite Lake where pumpkins from a local farmer await arrival.

How long is the trip?

Each departure is the full 7-mile round-trip route, approximately 55 minutes.

How many departures per day?

There are four Coach/Caboose departures per day, both Saturday and Sunday.

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