Miniature Train Ride in Stanley Park, Vancouver, BC, Canada
The miniature train railway ride in Stanley Park used to operate at various times during the year (Easter, spring/summer, Halloween, and Christmas).
It was shut down for a few years, but did operate for Christmas in 2023 and is expected to operate normally in 2024!
The Stanley Park miniature train ride operates out of an area called Stanley Park Junction that has a train station, ticket booth, and other facilities.
The miniature train goes on a scenic 15 minute, 2 kilometre ride which includes a tunnel and trestle over water.
The train accomodates both children and adults. Additionally, there is a special train car to carry people who are in wheelchairs so everyone can enjoy the train ride!
For each season, there are season-specific decorations along the way, e.g. an easter theme during March, Christmas theme in December, scary displays during Halloween.
This is a paid attraction. You need to buy tickets to ride the train. There are usually other free/paid activities that take place at Stanley Park Junction that you can also do before/after your train ride. It is free to enter the Stanley Park Junction area.
There are 4 actual miniature train locomotives which used to operate. One of which is a replica of the engine that was the first to cross Canada! The real (full size) engine resides in the Roundhouse in Yaletown, Vancouver! Currently, only 2 locomotives are operational.
There are washrooms a short distance just outside of the Stanley Park Junction exit near the ticket booth.
2024 Miniature Train Ride in Stanley Park UPDATES
March 13, 2024: The Easter Train ride is SOLD OUT now.
March 7, 2024: The train will operate on March 29, 2024 to April 1, 2024 for Easter with 2 locomotives and 6 carriages! Tickets go on sale on March 12, 2024. More details below.
2024 Miniature Train Ride in Stanley Park Dates/Times
For 2024, the Stanley Park Miniature train will operate on the following dates:
- Easter Fair and Miniature Train Ride: March 29, 2024 to April 1, 2024 10am-4pm.
- Spring Train: 2024 DATES NOT ANNOUNCED YET
- Summer Train: 2024 DATES NOT ANNOUNCED YET
- Halloween Ghost Train: 2024 DATES NOT ANNOUNCED YET
- Bright Nights Christmas Train: 2024 DATES NOT ANNOUNCED YET
Note that the train will NOT run during Family Day in Februarys anymore.
Easter Miniature Train Ride (March 29, 2024-April 1, 2024)
During the Easter weekend, the miniature train operates with an Easter theme.
For 2024, you can meet the Easter Bunny and check out fun displays the Stanley Park Junction.
Summer Urban Forest Miniature Train Ride (2024 DATES NOT ANNOUNCED YET)
The summer Minature Train ride operates with an 'Urban Forest' theme.
Halloween Ghost Minature Train Ride (2024 DATES NOT ANNOUNCED YET)
During the weeks prior to and including Halloween, the miniature train operates with a Halloween theme!
Bright Nights Christmas Train Ride (2024 DATES NOT ANNOUNCED YET)
During the Christmas and New Years season the miniature train operates with a Christmas theme!
The train operates in conjunction with Bright Nights which has millions of Christmas lights and displays set up in the area around the train.
Stanley Park Miniature Train Photos
Where is the Miniature Train ride in Stanley Park?
The Miniature Train is located in at the Stanley Park Junction up Pipeline Road next to the Bus Loop. Across the street is the Air Force Garden of Rembrance and Wishing Well.
Where Can I Park for the Miniature Train in Stanley Park?
There is a large parking lot immediately in front of Stanley Park Junction where the train starts/ends. If this lot is full, there is an overflow lot just across Pipeline Road. For more detailed information (rates, times, etc.) about parking in Stanley Park, please read: Parking in Stanley Park
Can I Get to the Miniature Train in Stanley Park by Bus?
Yes, you can take the #19 Stanley Park Bus to get to the Stanley Park Bus Loop which is located very close to Stanley Park Junction.
Is there parking for strollers?
Yes, there is a space to park strollers next to where you board the train.