Alaska Railroad
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Alaska Railroad · Event train / day excursion
Kid's Halloween Train
Halloween-themed day train ride from Anchorage to Indian, Alaska
Alaska Railroad's Kid's Halloween Train is a festive 2.5-hour round-trip day excursion departing from the historic Downtown Anchorage Depot and traveling to Indian, Alaska. Families board a seasonal train decorated and staffed for Halloween fun: children participate in a coloring contest and crafts, create balloon animals, enjoy treats, watch a live magician, and enter a raffle for a free train ride. The outing suits families with young children seeking affordable fall entertainment in Anchorage, with kids' fares starting at half the adult price. The experience blends the novelty of riding Alaska's mainline railroad with age-appropriate seasonal activities in one morning or afternoon.
What to know before you look closer
- Only one departure listed: October 2025. Confirm availability with Alaska Railroad before booking.
- Non-refundable and non-changeable; name changes incur a 10% fee.
Questions travellers ask
- How long is the trip?
- The round-trip ride from Downtown Anchorage Depot to Indian takes 2.5 hours total.
- What activities are included?
- The train features a Halloween coloring contest, crafts, balloon animals, treats, live magic entertainment, and a free raffle for a train ride.
- When does it depart?
- Alaska Railroad operates this trip in October 2025. Check the operator's website for exact dates and times.
- What are the ticket prices?
- Adults are $92, children ages 2-11 are $46, and infants in seats are $46.
