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The Pumpkin Patch Train Ride In North Carolina That’s Perfect For A Fall Day

It seems each season in North Carolina comes accompanied by a festive train ride that reels in the holiday spirit. During Christmas we have the Polar Express, for a spooky adventure we can hop on board the Tweetsie Ghost Train, and now The Great Pumpkin and the Charlie Brown characters come to life in this great ride for all ages that happens to be the best pumpkin patch train ride in North Carolina.

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The train ride departs from the Great Smoky Mountains station in Bryson City. Children are encouraged to wear their halloween costume to help get in the spirit (parents, too!). On board, kids enjoy a narration of Charles M. Schulz’s classic story "It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown."
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The entire family will have a ball on this awesome fall train ride in North Carolina.
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After a thirty minute ride, members from the Peanuts gang, like Charlie, Lucy and Snoopy are there to greet you at the best pumpkin patch in North Carolina.
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Here, kids have a 90-minute layover to explore the pumpkin patch, hang out with Charlie Brown, Lucy and Snoopy, as well as a variety of activities that reel in the Halloween magic captured in the original story and recreated here.
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Activities include campfire marshmallow roast, photo opportunities with the Peanuts gang, temporary tattoos, a bouncy house, trick-or-treat — and even picking out your own pumpkin to take home.
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Even better, there are also wagon rides through the mountain countryside! A fun way to keep the kiddos entertained and give them a memorable experience.
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Do you have a little one that loves Halloween, Charlie Brown, or both? This is a great idea for a fall day trip for the Peanuts lover in your family.

In 2019, The Great Pumpkin train runs on Friday and Saturday the first weekend of October until the last. Tickets start at $56/person for adults and $32 for children with different class seats available (some upgrade fees may apply for certain classes). It's recommended you hurry up and get your ticket now as this event will certainly sell out! Can't wait to hop on board and experience the magic of the Great Pumpkin!

Address: 45 Mitchell Street, Bryson City, NC, 28713

What a unique experience for kids! This has to be the best pumpkin patch train ride in North Carolina!

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For another totally unique way to celebrate fall, the Woolly Worm Festival is a must-attend.

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Best Pumpkin Patch Train Ride In North Carolina

August 10, 2019
Robin Jarvis

What are the best pumpkin patches in North Carolina?

Family memories are created each fall in dozens and dozens of pumpkin patches found all over North Carolina. From elaborately festive events that include corn mazes, apple cider, huge fields of pumpkins in all sizes, and more, the fall festival season and Halloween, in particular, brings a world of opportunity for families to enjoy the festivities. When it comes to the best pumpkin patches, those with corn mazes tend to rank high on the list of must-visit spots to pick out the perfect pumpkin. After a hayride and a turn in the corn maze, selecting that perfect pumpkin from which to carve a spooky jack-o’-lantern for the front porch is a must. For nine of the best pumpkin patches to visit in North Carolina, see this article which is chock-full of details.

What fall train rides can you take in North Carolina?

Embarking on a scenic drive to view North Carolina’s spectacular fall foliage is a must each season, but have you ever considered taking a train ride to see the splendor of autumn? There are a number of trains in North Carolina that operate during the fall season and a ride on any (or all!) of them is certain to deliver brightly colored landscapes as you motor along on the rails. The three best train operators for a fall foliage train ride in North Carolina are: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in Bryson City, Tweetsie Railroad in Blowing Rock, and the Triangle Train’s New Hope Valley Railway operated by the North Carolina Railway Museum in New Hill.

What are the best fall festivals in North Carolina?

With winter weather looming in the not-so-distant future, fall festivals in North Carolina offer a few last hurrahs before the temps plummet. Weather in the fall is perfect for getting outside with friends and family to enjoy a festive occasion. Some of the best fall festivals in North Carolina are: Mayberry Days in Mt. Airy (third weekend in September), Wooley Worm Festival in Banner Elk (third weekend in October), Brushy Mountain Apple Festival in Wilkesboro (first Saturday in October), the huge Carolina BalloonFest in Statesville (third weekend in October), Wilmington Riverfest (second weekend in October), and the Potter’s Festival in Seagrove, where you can pick up amazing gifts for the holidays (the weekend before Thanksgiving). With so many great festivals, you may have a difficult time deciding which ones to attend, but you’ll definitely have a fantastic time!