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Halloween

Pumpkin Train — Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum

  • Run by Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum
  • North Judson Depot (Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum) — North Judson, Indiana, United States

Next: Oct 3–24, 2026

A 45-minute fall train from North Judson, Indiana, across the Kankakee River, ending at the museum pumpkin patch where every ticket holder chooses a pumpkin.

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Next edition

Oct 3–24, 2026

Saturdays Oct 3, 10, 17 and 24 (Central Time): 11:30 am, 1:30, 3:30 and 5:30 pm, plus 9:30 am on Oct 17 and 24.

From $15 (as published by the operator)

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About this event

The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum in North Judson, Indiana, calls its Pumpkin Train one of its most popular trains. The operator describes a leisurely, fun-filled ride through crisp rural landscape and fall colors.

The train makes a 10-mile round trip from North Judson to English Lake, crossing the Kankakee River before returning to town. Afterwards passengers are dropped off at the pumpkin patch on the museum grounds, where all ticket holders explore the patch and choose a pumpkin to take home. Seating is offered in open-air cars, coaches and first class business cars.

What to expect

A 45-minute round trip, then time in the museum's pumpkin patch to pick a pumpkin to take home. Open-air cars are open to the elements with bench seating, coaches are enclosed with padded seats, and the first class cars are enclosed business cars. Trains run rain or shine.

Practical info

The train leaves from the North Judson depot, 507 Mulberry Street, North Judson, Indiana. All trains operate on Central Time and times are approximate. The operator asks passengers to arrive at least 30 minutes early because late boarding is not permitted. No smoking, alcohol or pets are allowed on the train and there are no working restrooms on board. Tickets bought online carry a booking fee; toddlers ride free on a lap. Depot phone 574-896-3950.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the Pumpkin Train ride?▾
The operator lists 45 minutes, a 10-mile round trip from North Judson to English Lake and back.
Do we get a pumpkin?▾
Yes. All Pumpkin Trains drop passengers at the pumpkin patch on the museum grounds, and all ticket holders can choose a pumpkin to take home.
What seating is available?▾
Open-air cars, enclosed coaches with padded seats, and first class seating in business cars.
Does the train run in the rain?▾
Yes. The operator says trains run rain or shine; open-air cars are open to the elements.
How early should we arrive?▾
At least 30 minutes early, because late boarding is not permitted.
Are there restrooms on the train?▾
No. The operator says there are no working restrooms on the train.
Can children and toddlers ride?▾
All ages are welcome. Toddlers ride free but must sit on a parent or guardian's lap.
Which time zone are the departures in?▾
Central Time (Chicago time), as the operator states.

Sources

Dates checked on Oct 10, 2026 from the official site: hoosiervalley.org. Schedules can change — always confirm with the operator before you travel.

Official website: hoosiervalley.org

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