Family Friendly Rides

All Aboard Family Friendly Rides

Climb aboard the train for a morning or afternoon of family fun as you wind through Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Passengers will enjoy different entertainment and activities perfect for kids of all ages. Children under the age of 3 do not need a ticket but must sit on a parents lap.

We’ve designed these excursions specifically with kids in mind. Different excursions are offered throughout the year for children of all ages. Rides include: Royalty on the Rails, Superheroes on the Train, Family Fun Loop, Read Aboard, stuffed animal workshops, Disney Pixar Trivia, Bingo and more.

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Call to Book: 800-468-4070

Summer Read Aboard

Wednesdays and Thursdays

Recommended for ages 3 and up. This excursion will depart from Peninsula Depot at 9:45 a.m., 11:40 a.m. and 1:55 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday. Tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for children. Snacks and beverages available for purchase in concession car.
At a Glance:

Two-hour ride
Story time led by a local librarian
Hands-on craft activity

NightRide Coach

Night Ride

Fridays

Recommended for ages 3 and up. Tickets are $15 per person. Departs from Rockside Station at 7:30 p.m.
At a Glance:

Two-hour train ride
Concession car will be open

Trivia

Trivia on the Train

August 23 & September 13

Recommended for ages 3 and up. Tickets range from $15 – $20 per person. Departs from Rockside Station at 7:30 p.m.
At a Glance:

Two-hour train ride
Host led trivia game
Prizes for top 3 teams

Back to School Bears

Family Fun Loop: Back to School Bears, presented by Meijer

August 24

Recommended for all ages. Tickets are $20 for a Builder ticket (stuffed animal included) and $15 for the Helper ticket. Departs at 1:55 p.m. from Peninsula Depot.
At a Glance:

Two-hour round trip
Step-by-step instruction on creating stuffed animal
Your choice of stuffed bear (builder ticket only)

Tasty Treats (cupcakes)

Family Fun Loop: Tasty Treats, presented by Meijer

August 25

Recommended for all ages. Tickets are $25 for a Decorator Ticket and $15 for a Helper Ticket. Departs at 1:55 p.m. from Peninsula Depot.
At a Glance:

Two-hour round trip ride
Decorate and enjoy some delicious cupcakes
Decorator Ticket only receives cupcakes
Don’t want a cupcake? Buy a Helper Ticket
Concession car available to buy snacks, drinks and merchandise

Bingo on the Train

August 30

Recommended for ages 3 and up. Tickets are $15 per person. Departs from Rockside Station at 7:30 p.m.

At a Glance:

Two-hour train ride
Host led bingo game; prizes awarded for bingo winner(s)

Family Fun Loop: End of Summer Craft, presented by Meijer

August 31

Recommended for all ages (3 and up need ticket). Tickets are $20 per person. Departs from Peninsula Depot at 1:55 p.m.
At a Glance:

Two-hour round trip
Crafting and coloring
Snacks and drinks available for purchase in concession car

Family Fun Loop: CVNP Rail Roving, presented by Meijer

September 1

Recommended for all ages (3 and up need ticket). Tickets are $15per person. Departs from Peninsula Depot at 1:55 p.m.
At a Glance:

Two-hour round trip
Learn about animals in the national park
Snacks and drinks available for purchase in concession car

Tasty Treats (cookies)

Family Fun Loop: Tasty Treats, presented by Meijer

September 7

Recommended for all ages. Tickets are $25 for a Decorator Ticket and $15 for a Helper Ticket. Departs at 1:55 p.m. from Peninsula Depot.
At a Glance:

Two-hour round trip ride
Decorate and enjoy some delicious cookies
Decorator Ticket only receives cookies
Don’t want a cupcake? Buy a Helper Ticket
Concession car available to buy snacks, drinks and merchandise

board games

Family Fun Loop: Board Games, presented by Meijer

September 8

Recommended for all ages. Tickets are $15 per person. Departs at 1:55 p.m. from Peninsula Depot.
At a Glance:

Two-hour round trip
Classic games provided or bring your own

rescue puppies

Family Fun Loop: Rescue Puppies, presented by Meijer

September 14

Recommended for all ages. Tickets are $20 for a Builder ticket (stuffed animal included) and $15 for the Helper ticket. Departs at 1:55 p.m. from Peninsula Depot.
At a Glance:

Two-hour round trip
Step-by-step instruction on creating stuffed animal
Your choice of stuffed puppy (builder ticket only)

royalty

Royalty on the Rails

September 15

Recommended for all ages. Tickets are $35 per person. Departs at 1:55 p.m. from Peninsula Depot.
At a Glance:

Two-hour round trip ride
Listen to stories, sing songs, and enjoy a treat with princesses
Neverland Pirate, Peter Pan, Tink, and Frost Fairy
Concession car available to buy snacks, drinks and merchandise

Tasty Treats (cupcakes)

Family Fun Loop: Tasty Treats, presented by Meijer

October 5 and 6

Recommended for all ages. Tickets are $25 for a Decorator Ticket and $15 for a Helper Ticket. Departs on October 5 from Rockside Station at 2 p.m. Departs on October 6 from Akron Northside Station at 3:30 p.m.
At a Glance:

Two-hour round trip ride
Decorate and enjoy some delicious cupcakes
Decorator Ticket only receives cookies
Don’t want a cupcake? Buy a Helper Ticket
Concession car available to buy snacks, drinks and merchandise

Pumpkin Party

Family Fun Loop: Pumpkin Party, presented by Meijer

October 12 and 20

Recommended for all ages. Tickets are $30 per decorator and $20 per helper (helper ticket does not receive a pumpkin). Departs on October 112 at 2 p.m. from Rockside Station. Departs on October 20 at 3:30 p.m. from Akron Northside Station.
At a Glance:

Two-hour round trip ride
Decorate a pumpkin with arts and crafts supplies
Halloween costumes encouraged
Concession car available to buy snacks, drinks and merchandise

royalty

Super Royal Halloween Train

October 13 and October 19

Recommended for all ages. Tickets are $35 per person. Departs on October 13 at 3:30 p.m. from Akron Northside Station. Departs on October 19 at 2 p.m. from Rockside Station
At a Glance:

Two-hour round trip ride
Listen to stories, sing songs, and enjoy a treat with princesses
Warrior Woman, Patriotic Hero, La Princesa, and Amulet Princess
Concession car available to buy snacks, drinks and merchandise

BOOK OCTOBER 13

BOOK OCTOBER 19

Very Beary

Family Fun Loop: A Very Beary Costume Party, presented by Meijer

October 26 and 27

Recommended for all ages. Tickets are $30 for a Builder ticket (stuffed animal included) and $20 for the Helper ticket. Departs on October 26 at 2 p.m. from Rockside Station. Departs on October 27 at 3:30 p.m. from Akron Northside Station.
At a Glance:

Two-hour round trip
Step-by-step instruction on creating stuffed animal
Everyone gets a bear, you get to dress the animal in a costume!

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