134 years ago, Engine 374 pulled into the Vancouver terminal for the very last time. On May 18th, 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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Enjoy a train ride through the forest dripping in Easter decor. The train will go around the forest and stop where the Easter egg hunt and fun begins. After your hunt, riders will receive a treat bag. And don’t forget to take pictures with the Bunny! Easter Train at Bear
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The CPKC Mini-Train is rolling across North America to raise awareness of rail safety and give train enthusiasts an opportunity to see this special train up close! Each stop will feature either the Little General train or the Little Puffer Train. The *only* BC stop is on May 10th in
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Talk about a great family adventure! Have you ridden the rails with the Fraser Valley Heritage Railway?  If not, be sure to add this outing to your Summer Bucket List! The fully-restored antique interurban train car departs from the Cloverdale Station and heads across South Surrey to Sullivan Station. The 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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The magic of Christmas isn’t the things 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 will
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The Railway Museum of BC portrays a typical railway facility of the mid-20th century.  You can tour authentic railway equipment in various restoration stages, ride with Thomas the tank engine during the “Day Out With Thomas”, take a fun ride on the mini rail, check out the Squamish Rotary Garden,
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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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All aboard the Winter Tram in Steveston! This is one historic attraction you don’t want to miss! Hop on board Tram Car No. 1220 for some holiday fun for the whole family. In addition to the festive decorations, there is plenty to see and do for everyone. Start by checking
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As the train winds through the forest, you’ll hear fun facts about the resident wildlife and snippets of Stanley Park history. Learn the names of the common trees and the variety of creatures that make this park their home. Younger passengers can even earn a Junior Urban Forest Ranger button!
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