Boulder City Halloween Express 2026
All aboard the Boulder City Halloween Express for a non-scary family adventure filled with costumes, train rides, dancing, and Halloween fun!
The Nevada State Railroad Museum in Boulder City invites families to dress in their Halloween best and climb aboard for a 30-minute evening train ride. The fun continues after the journey with a Monster Mash dance party, costume contest, and light refreshments.
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Event Details
- Event: Boulder City Halloween Express
- Dates: Saturdays and Sundays, October 10–25, 2026
- Train Departures: 5:30, 6:30, and 7:30 p.m.
- Train Ride: Approximately 30 minutes
- Complete Experience: Approximately 90 minutes
- Venue: Nevada State Railroad Museum Boulder City
- Address: 1000 Boulder City Parkway, Boulder City, NV 89005
- Admission:
- Adult Tickets: $25
- Child Tickets: $20
- Infants: Free ticket
- Veterans: Free with valid military or veteran ID
- Audience: Family-friendly and designed for families with young children
- Phone:
A Non-Scary Halloween Train Adventure
The Boulder City Halloween Express provides families with a festive alternative to traditional haunted houses and intense Halloween attractions.
Each experience begins with a 30-minute train ride departing from the Nevada State Railroad Museum. Guests are encouraged to wear costumes and enjoy the evening journey before returning to the museum for more Halloween activities.
The event is described as a non-scary adventure, making it especially suitable for younger children and families looking for seasonal entertainment without frightening actors or horror-themed scenes.
2026 Halloween Express Dates
The Boulder City Halloween Express runs on three consecutive weekends:
- Saturday, October 10, 2026
- Sunday, October 11, 2026
- Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Sunday, October 18, 2026
- Saturday, October 24, 2026
- Sunday, October 25, 2026
Each date offers three scheduled departure times:
- Train 1: 5:30 p.m.
- Train 2: 6:30 p.m.
- Train 3: 7:30 p.m.
Guests should arrive before their scheduled departure to allow time for parking, ticket check-in, boarding, and seating.
What to Expect
- Halloween train ride: Enjoy an approximately 30-minute evening journey from the Nevada State Railroad Museum.
- Monster Mash dance party: Keep moving after the train ride with family-friendly Halloween music.
- Costume contest: Dress in your Halloween best and participate in the event’s costume festivities.
- Light refreshments: Enjoy refreshments as part of the seasonal celebration.
- Non-scary atmosphere: The experience is designed for families and young children.
- Historic railroad setting: Celebrate Halloween at a working railroad museum in Boulder City.
Activities, refreshments, schedules, and program details are subject to change.
Costumes and the Monster Mash
Children and adults are encouraged to arrive in costume. After the train ride, families can join the Monster Mash dance party and participate in the costume contest.
Choose comfortable costumes that allow children to walk, climb train steps, sit safely, and move through the museum grounds. Avoid oversized accessories, long trailing fabric, realistic weapons, or masks that obstruct vision.
Closed-toe shoes are recommended for navigating the station, train, and outdoor areas.
How Long Is the Halloween Express?
The complete Halloween Express experience lasts approximately 90 minutes.
The train ride itself lasts about 30 minutes, with the remaining time devoted to the Monster Mash dance party, costume contest, refreshments, boarding, and other event activities.
Actual running time may vary, so avoid scheduling another activity immediately afterward.
Halloween Express Ticket Prices
Tickets are required for the Boulder City Halloween Express, including complimentary tickets for infants and qualifying veterans.
- Adult Ticket: $25
- Child Ticket: $20
- Infant Ticket: Free, but a ticket is still required
- Veterans: Free with valid ID
- Maximum Quantity: 12 tickets per ticket type
Veterans must present valid identification when checking in. Families bringing an infant should include the complimentary infant ticket in their order so the museum can maintain an accurate passenger count.
Tickets are sold for specific departure times and may sell out. Select your preferred date and train departure before completing your purchase.
Halloween Express Ticket Prices
Tickets are required for the Boulder City Halloween Express, including complimentary tickets for infants and qualifying veterans.
- Adult Ticket: $25
- Child Ticket: $20
- Infant Ticket: Free, but a ticket is still required
- Veterans: Free with valid ID
- Maximum Quantity: 12 tickets per ticket type
Veterans must present valid identification when checking in. Families bringing an infant should include the complimentary infant ticket in their order so the museum can maintain an accurate passenger count.
Tickets are sold for specific departure times and may sell out. Select your preferred date and train departure before completing your purchase.
About the Nevada State Railroad Museum Boulder City
The Nevada State Railroad Museum in Boulder City preserves and operates equipment connected to Southern Nevada’s railroad history.
The museum offers exhibits and scheduled train excursions aboard the Nevada Southern Railway. Its seasonal programs add themed activities to the railroad experience, giving families a chance to enjoy the museum in a fun and memorable way.
Address: 1000 Boulder City Parkway, Boulder City, NV 89005
Phone:
Visitors interested in returning for a regular train ride can explore the Vegas4Locals Nevada Southern Railway offer.
Parking and Transportation
Onsite parking is available at the Nevada State Railroad Museum. Arrive early because the parking area and entrance may become busy shortly before each departure.
The museum is located in Boulder City, southeast of Las Vegas. Travel time varies depending on your starting location and traffic conditions.
Review the Las Vegas Parking Guide if your Halloween plans also include Strip or downtown attractions.
Know Before You Go
- Choose a specific date and train departure when purchasing tickets.
- Departures are scheduled for 5:30, 6:30, and 7:30 p.m.
- The train ride lasts approximately 30 minutes.
- The entire event experience lasts approximately 90 minutes.
- Advance ticket purchases are strongly recommended.
- Wear costumes that allow safe walking, sitting, and train boarding.
- Closed-toe walking shoes are recommended.
- Evening temperatures in Boulder City may be cooler, so bring a light jacket.
- Arrive early enough to park and check in before departure.
- Train schedules, activities, ticket prices, and availability are subject to change.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: When is the Boulder City Halloween Express?
A: The event runs Saturdays and Sundays from October 10 through October 25, 2026.
Q: What time do the trains depart?
A: Scheduled departures are at 5:30, 6:30, and 7:30 p.m. on each event date.
Q: How long is the train ride?
A: The train ride lasts approximately 30 minutes.
Q: How long does the complete event last?
A: The complete experience, including the train ride and post-ride activities, lasts approximately 90 minutes.
Q: Is the Halloween Express scary?
A: No. The museum describes it as a non-scary, family-friendly Halloween adventure designed for families with young children.
Q: Can adults and children wear costumes?
A: Yes. Guests are encouraged to wear costumes, and the event includes a costume contest.
Q: What happens after the train ride?
A: Activities include a Monster Mash dance party, costume contest, and light refreshments.
Q: Where does the train depart?
A: Trains depart from the Nevada State Railroad Museum at 1000 Boulder City Parkway in Boulder City.
Q: Should we buy tickets in advance?
A: Yes. The museum warns that these events can sell out, so advance purchases are recommended.
Q: Are the museum’s ordinary train fares the same as Halloween Express prices?
A: Not necessarily. Halloween Express is a special event. Review the official purchasing page for its current ticket prices.
Explore More Halloween Events
Find haunted attractions, trick-or-treating events, family festivals, costume parties, and seasonal shows in the Vegas4Locals Halloween in Las Vegas Guide.
Families can also save on an ordinary museum excursion through the Nevada Southern Railway offer.
All Aboard the Boulder City Halloween Express
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