Events

Saturday Starlight Tours

Saturday Starlight Rides

May 25, 2013 - August 17, 2013

This event is available May 25, June 8 and 22, July 20, August 17 and September 7 and 21 so reserve your tickets early.

On summer evenings, it’s not just the stars that come out to play in Verde Canyon.  On select Saturday evenings, the train departs the depot at 5:30 p.m.. As it rumbles through the Canyon, the low slant of sun bathes the high cliffs in soft golden hues. The train reaches the turn-around point of Perkinsville amid a scandalous sunset.  The return trip offers a serene glimpse into the nocturnal wildlife set against a dazzling canvas of celestial bodies. As the sun slips behind distant mountains, cool air sweeps through the Canyon signaling the resident wildlife to begin their nightly rounds.  The Canyon comes alive with the luminous glow of moon-kissed skies on Verde Canyon Railroad’s popular Saturday Starlight Tours.

See Mother Nature’s personal fireworks show during Dark Skies Constellation Ride on September 7th. The stars of the Verde Valley steal the show on this celebratory weekend ride.

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Grape Train Escape

Grape Train Escape – wine-tasting event – during Saturday Starlight Rides

May 25, 2013 - June 8, 2013

This event is available May 25, June 8 and 22, July 20, August 17 and September 7 and 21 so reserve your tickets early.

During the Starlight Tours, Grape Train Escapes are rolling wine-tasting adventures where select wineries purvey their wines which we pair with delectable appetizers.  History comes alive around every bend whether you’re relaxing in the comfort of a first-class car or on an open-air viewing car enjoying the true essence of Arizona outdoors … with a glass of wine in your hand.

Grape Train 2013 (open link to see complete wine schedule)

 

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Tequila Sunset Limited – tequila-tasting event – during Saturday Starlight Rides

May 25, 2013 - June 8, 2013

This event is available May 25, June 8 and 22, July 20, August 17 and September 7 and 21 so reserve your tickets early.

The Tequila Sunset Limited has evolved from south-of-the-border shots to sophisticated and sensual sipping of premium tequilas paired with delectable cheeses, ceviche, Margarita cake and infused chocolate-covered peppers. This is just a sliver of the evening’s event, all prepared and served in first-class comfort. Tickets are $99.00 per person.

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Sonora from Liberty Wildlife outside on an open-air car at Verde Canyon Railroad

Wild Splendor: Liberty Wildlife Aboard the Train

June 1, 2013

Saturdays June 1, July 6, August 3, September 14, October 5, November 2, December 7 See 5-yr-old Sonora spread her majestic wings onboard the 4-hour train ride. By partnering with Scottsdale’s Liberty Wildlife, Verde Canyon Railroad provides visitors the opportunity … Continue reading →

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Throw Papa ON the Train

June 16, 2013

Families come together to create lifelong memories while savoring one of life’s pleasures … because it’s always a good day when you’re on a train, and dads like trains.  On Sunday, June 16th, throw Dad, Granddad and Uncle on the … Continue reading →

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Firecracker Express

July 4, 2013

On Thursday, July 4 Verde Canyon Railroad will celebrate Independence Day with their annual Firecracker Express which begins with a traditional all-American barbecue and patriotic music in the depot’s shaded courtyard.  At 1 p.m. you’ll board our historic train pulled … Continue reading →

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Rhythm on the Rails

August 31, 2013

Add a musical beat to the steady clickety-clack of steel wheels on rails and magic happens during Rhythm on the Rails.  Diverse musical styles will be showcased in each car, the acts moving throughout the train throughout the journey.  Signature … Continue reading →

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Grandparent’s Day

September 8, 2013

Trains are more than a form of transportation.  Trains are a language, a legend, an idea that crosses generations.  Never is it more obvious than on Grandparents Day. On Sunday, September 8, one Verde Canyon Railroad first-class car will carry … Continue reading →

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Wild Splendor – Liberty Wildlife Patio Presentations

October 17, 2013

October 17, November 14 and  December 18 Handlers, presenting a variety of raptors and native “critters”, will answer questions and pose for photos during depot patio presentation. Presentations are all open to the public and are from 11:00 a.m. until … Continue reading →

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Haunted Halloween Express

October 31, 2013

Looming precariously above the Verde Canyon Railroad, Jerome, Arizona is one of the most infamous ghost towns in America.  It’s perched ominously on the mountainside like eerie castles, mad scientist laboratories and haunted houses featured in countless monster movies. Verde … Continue reading →

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Ales on Rails

October 3, 2013 - October 31, 2013

There are parties and shindigs and then there are Oktoberfests, the grandest, most tuba-intensive bashes of them all.  Of course Verde Canyon Railroad never misses out on a good time so they roll out their popular Ales on Rails starting … Continue reading →

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The changing colors line the Verde River along the tracks of Verde Canyon Railroad

Fall Colors Tour

October 1, 2013 - November 15, 2013

October through November As the Verde Canyon Railroad rolls through our vibrant canyon corridor on a Fall Color Tour, you’ll settle into comfortable loveseats or bistro chairs near panoramic windows as we treat you to the best show of autumn … Continue reading →

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