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Heritage steam excursion in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

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Winnipeg, Manitoba

Heritage steam excursionOperating

SeasonMay-Sep weekends and holiday Mondays, plus Halloween trains in Oct

Canada's oldest operating steam locomotive (1882 No. 3), or a 1950s diesel, hauls 1900-era wooden coaches from Winnipeg to Grosse Isle — about four hours round trip with a stopover, and a themed calendar locals book fast.

Visitor information

Ride duration 3.5 hours typical (themed excursions range about 2.5–5 hours)
Published fares Not published by the operator
Accessibility Not published by the operator
Parking Not published by the operator
Typical season May-Sep weekends and holiday Mondays, plus Halloween trains in Oct
Book early Yes — Its themed trains — Great Train Robberies, dinner and Fall Supper trains, the Howlin' Halloween Express — sell out.
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✓ Last verified: November 2026

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