Strasburg Rail Road

Strasburg Rail Road

🎃 2026 Halloween season

Strasburg Rail Road Pumpkins in Paradise 2026

Strasburg, PA

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Strasburg Rail Road runs Pumpkins in Paradise for the 2026 season from Strasburg, PA. 45-minute steam train from Strasburg, PA paired with a 40-minute Groff's Picnic Grove stop for fall games, music, and pumpkins. 2026 dates are Sept 26. October weekends routinely sell out before the rest of the calendar, so booking early matters.

2026 dates

Sept 26

Price range

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Event

Pumpkins in Paradise

Where to stay

Bookings through this map support usatrainrides at no extra cost.

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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Book on the operator

Tickets are sold by Strasburg Rail Road via operator website — this is the only link on this page that leaves usatrainrides.

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Frequently asked

How long is the train ride?
A 45-minute steam train ride through the Lancaster countryside.
What happens at Groff's Picnic Grove?
A 40-minute stop with fall-themed games, live music, and a complimentary pumpkin for children.
What times does it depart?
4:00pm or 6:00pm on event days.

More about Strasburg Rail Road

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

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