Trains

The magic of Christmas isn’t about the items tucked under the Christmas tree. It is the collection of memories, moments, and time together that children remember the most and talk about for years to come. Kick off the holiday season with an event that train aficionados, children, and the young-at-heart
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The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train is one of the most popular FREE family events every holiday season.   Each event features a boxcar stage, a lineup of great musical talent and a contribution to the local food bank.  All donations stay in the community in which the gift was given. For
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All aboard the Winter Tram in Steveston! Special storytime readings of “The Polar Express” with the Richmond Public Library will take place on Saturday, December 5, 2026 at 2:00 PM, 2:40 PM, and 3:20 PM. Steveston Winter Tram: Date: December 1 – 31, 2026 Time:  10:00 AM – 4:00 PM(Tuesday
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Stop by the ghoulish Port Moody Station train for some haunted fun! Explore the train and make sure to pick up your trick-or-treat candy on your way to your next stop! Halloween on the Train: Date: October 31, 2026 Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM Venue: Port Moody Museum Address:
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The train at Bear Creek Park is ready to welcome visitors for Halloween this year! Choose from two different options to suit your family’s level of ‘scare’: The Pumpkin Train runs during the day and includes a ride through a decorated forest, a treat, and a pumpkin. If you’re looking
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Have you been to the train at the Roundhouse Community Centre? Somehow, despite my boys’ train-fanaticism, we had missed going. We righted that wrong today! The gleaming black Engine 374 has been beautifully restored and is maintained by the Railway Museum of BC (the folks who run the great train
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The Dewdney-Alouette Railway Society (DARS) has created a massive diorama centred on Port Haney in 1926. It is a labour of love that has spanned over 25 years, and the club members continue to work on this display weekly. The members of the club own all of the materials on
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Reasons why trains make the perfect family activity: They are intricate, and no two train attractions are exactly alike. This means your kids will never tire of seeing a new train. Riding a train is exciting. How fast will it go? What sounds will you hear? What will you see
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Come to Confederation Park and ride the Burnaby Central Railway’s miniature trains.  For $5 each (kids under 3 are FREE) enjoy a 10+ minute train ride through the beautiful park.  You can also get 10 rides for $45. If you, miraculously, don’t use up your 10 rides during the year,
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135 years ago, Engine 374 pulled into the Vancouver terminal for the very last time. On May 17th, celebrate this historic train with a party that includes musical performances from Will’s Jams, face painting, birthday cake, a close-up look at the train, and plenty of activities for the whole family.
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