Only one lucky participant per train ride will savor the day from inside the cab of a rare and powerful American-built locomotive.

The hoppiest celebration at Verde Canyon Railroad is the Easter Bunny Express. This once-a-year opportunity to hob-knob with the wascally wabbit begins with face painting on the patio so everyone can star in a look-a-like photo. You can take home proof that the Easter Bunny really does exist.

Mouth-watering food and colorful decorations highlight the festivities on Saturday, May 4, as the Verde Canyon Railroad celebrates Arizona’s Mexican heritage with a special Cinco de Mayo excursion train.

As a result of overwhelming enthusiasm for Arizona wines, the Verde Canyon Railroad is bringing back ALL VERDE VALLEY WINES for its famed “Grape Train Escape” in the summer of 2019.

This Saturday Night Starlight Ride offers a very unique perspective of the Verde Canyon…under the moon and stars!

“Ales on Rails” Pops Its Top! Verde Canyon Railroad’s Popular Autumn Event Adds Extra Dates!

Verde Canyon Railroad’s ode to Oktoberfest, “Ales on Rails”, has long been a highlight of the autumn calendar, since 2003 bringing both rail fans and ale fans together to celebrate the season.

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 in Arizona.

Let your imagination take flight on a magical journey to the North Pole aboard Verde Canyon Railroad. This 1-hour round-trip Christmas adventure is an abbreviated trip from the train’s standard 4-hour excursion, making it a perfect Christmas trip for even the tiniest tot.

December through May, the annual Eagle Watch season is on at Verde Canyon Railroad. Whether you choose coach or first-class seating, adjacent open-air viewing cars offer the best spotting opportunities.

This delectable affair is one of the most popular Verde Canyon Railroad events. It blends the rich flavors of everything sweet with magnificent vistas of raw, unspoiled nature.