GRAPEVINE
Grapevine Vintage Railroad is opening back up for the 2026 season this weekend after its yearly six-week pause for maintenance and enhancements.
According to the Grapevine Convention and Visitors Bureau, new upgrades this season include the sixth and final historic coach getting full climate control.
“The 100-year-old coaches will be shining and ready to welcome guests, and each family will receive a complimentary commemorative keepsake to mark the Season Opener weekend,” according to the visitors bureau. “Throughout the year, the railroad will offer a variety of family-friendly excursions along with adults-only wine and craft brew trains.”
The Grapevine Vintage Railroad is set to open its 2026 season on Feb. 21-22. The popular train features a variety of riding adventures, including many with special themes. City of Grapevine
Trains played an important role in the development of Grapevine, said Elizabeth Schreck, director of communications for the visitors bureau. They helped the area grow from a small farming community to the popular destination that it is today.
“Grapevine Vintage Railroad is a celebration of that influence,” Schreck said. “Taking a ride on Grapevine Vintage Railroad helps you slow down a little, enjoying history, on-board entertainment and low cost treats from the concession cart. It’s something families can do together, it creates multi-generational connections.”
Passengers aboard the Grapevine Vintage Railroad enjoy a trip back in time, complete with an old timey conductor. Rich Skies LLC City of Grapevine
Coach 1818, the sixth coach on the train, has scenic floor-to-ceiling windows that would in the past be taken out in the summer, creating an open-air excursion. It now has air conditioning and the windows will stay in place.
Upcoming events at the railroad include the Stockyard Trinity River Excursion, a 45-minute ride that begins at the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards Station, crosses the West Fork of the Trinity River, passes Montgomery Plaza, travels through Trinity Park and then returns to the Stockyards.
Other rides include the Cotton Belt Route that takes passengers through six cities in Tarrant County starting at Grapevine’s Historic Main Street District at the Cotton Belt Depot. The excursion, which takes about seven hours, includes time to explore the Stockyards.
The Grapevine Bear Creek Short Line is a 90-minute ride that starts in Grapevine.
Thomas the Tank Engine is one of many themes for the Grapevine Vintage Railroad. Asper Studios City of Grapevine Special rides throughout the year
Here’s the schedule for family-friendly excursions, along with adults-only wine and craft brew trains.
• Kiss Me I’m Irish Express (ages 21+): March 13
• Spring Break Trains: March 14-15, March 20-22, March 27-29
• Easter Bunny Express: April 4-5
• Jazz Wine Trains (21+): April 10, 17, 24
• Mother’s Day Weekend: May 9-10
• Memorial Day Trains: May 25
• Summer: Dinos on the Tracks: June, July, August
• Father’s Day Weekend: June 20-21
• Disco Wine Train (21+): July 17
• Labor Day Trains: Sept. 7
• Harvest Wine Train: Sept. 17
• Oktoberfest Train: Oct. 2
• Day Out With Thomas: Oct. 9-11 and Oct. 16-18
• Trick ‘R Treat Trains: Oct. 24-25
• Witches’ Brew Train (21+): Oct. 30-31
• Santa’s North Pole Express: Daily, Nov. 27-Dec. 30
• Christmas Wine Train: To be determined
The Grapevine Vintage Railroad is set to open its 2026 season on Feb. 21-22. The popular train features a variety of riding adventures, including many with special themes. Asper Studios City of Grapevine Ticket prices
The cost to ride ranges from about $10 to $50 for regular excursions. New this year: Children ages 3 and under can now ride for free on regular excursions if they sit on an adult’s lap.
Treats are also available from a concession cart onboard, including popcorn, hot dogs, soda and candy bars for $1 to $3.
Special event trains prices vary.
There is free parking around the Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 707 S. Main St. If you don’t want to drive, you can take a TEXRail commuter train or DART Silver Line to Grapevine Main Station.
This story was originally published February 20, 2026 at 3:21 PM.
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