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The Halloween Train

Illustration of The Halloween Train

Alaska Railroad's Halloween Train is a 2-day, 1-night event package that departs Anchorage by rail, arriving in Girdwood for an evening of dinner and live entertainment. The journey features a Halloween-themed concert with Lez Zeppelin, an all-female Led Zeppelin cover band, plus an overnight stay at Hotel Alyeska. On day 2, a motorcoach returns you to Anchorage. This short package suits couples and travelers who want a festive themed rail experience without a lengthy commitment. Costumes are welcome, and the all-in price includes rail, accommodation, dining voucher, and concert admission.

Price history

Across 5 checks, this price has held at US$449 every time.

US$4494 Jul12 Sep

Each point is a day we checked this operator's own page, not a weekly average, and the line holds flat between checks rather than guessing at movement we did not see. 2 of 5 points are a live read of the operator's page. Hollow points are values shown when the trip was first listed here and never confirmed with the operator.

What to know before you look closer

  • The return journey on day 2 is by motorcoach, not train.
  • This is a seasonal event package; confirm the current year's Halloween Train dates and availability directly with Alaska Railroad.

Day by day

  1. Day 1railovernight: Hotel Alyeska, Girdwood

    Anchorage to Girdwood by rail

    Travel by rail from Anchorage to Girdwood, arriving to enjoy dinner at the Hotel Alyeska followed by a live Halloween concert featuring Lez Zeppelin, an all-female Led Zeppelin cover band.

  2. Day 2

    Return to Anchorage

    Motorcoach transfer from Girdwood back to Anchorage.

The moments this trip is built around

  • Day 1Day 1: Train journey from Anchorage to Girdwood on the Alaska Railroad, followed by dinner at Hotel Alyeska and a live Halloween concert with Lez Zeppelin, an all-female Led Zeppelin cover band.

Included

  • Rail from Anchorage to Girdwood
  • Discounted dining voucher
  • Halloween concert ticket
  • Overnight at the Hotel Alyeska
  • Motorcoach transfer from Girdwood to Anchorage

Questions travellers ask

How much does it cost?
From $449 per person, the operator's advertised from-price, read on its own page on 12 Sept 2026. About $449 at ECB reference rates. Departures, room types and dates can price differently; the operator's page is the final word.
Is train travel included?
Yes. The package includes rail from Anchorage to Girdwood on day 1. The return to Anchorage on day 2 is by motorcoach.
When does the Halloween Train run?
The package is offered around Halloween each year. Contact Alaska Railroad for exact 2025 departure dates.

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