North Shore Scenic Railroad

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🎃 2026 Halloween season

North Shore Scenic Railroad The Great Pumpkin Train 2026

Duluth, MN

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North Shore Scenic Railroad runs The Great Pumpkin Train for the 2026 season from Duluth, MN. 90-minute round trip from Duluth's historic Depot to a trackside pumpkin patch with every rider receiving a pumpkin and free museum admission included. 2026 dates are October 15-18, 2026. Tickets are listed at $38–$58. October weekends routinely sell out before the rest of the calendar, so booking early matters.

2026 dates

October 15-18, 2026

Price range

$38–$58

Event

The Great Pumpkin Train

Where to stay

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Rent a car

Most heritage railroad depots sit well off the interstate. Picking up a rental at the nearest airport is usually the easiest way in.

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Frequently asked

When does the Great Pumpkin Train run?
The Great Pumpkin Train runs October 15-18, 2026 with three departures each day at 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
How long is the trip?
The round trip is approximately 90 minutes.
What's included with the ticket?
Every ticketed passenger receives a pumpkin, plus admission to the Lake Superior Railroad Museum with balloon twisting, magic, and other indoor activities.

More about North Shore Scenic Railroad

Year-round schedule, equipment, and visitor info live on the operator's full page.

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