What's On
From our annual galas and family favourites to seasonal celebrations and evening experiences, there’s always something happening along the line.
Explore our latest Special Events, discover what’s coming up throughout the year and, for the latest news, events and offers delivered straight to your inbox, consider joining our mailing list.
Featured Event
Mad Alice's Ghost Train
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25th Oct 2026: 18:15 - 19:15
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25th Oct 2026: 20:00 - 21:00
1st Nov 2026: 18:15 - 19:15
1st Nov 2026: 20:00 - 21:00
- Pickering Station
Come and join Mad Alice, if you dare. Step aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway after dark for an immersive Halloween experience like no other.
Full Events Calendar
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![A young girl smiling towards the camera in a black cape, with a wand in hand and Goathland Station as the backdrop.]()
Station Trick or Treat
- 24th - 28th Oct 2026
- 31st Oct - 1st Nov 2026
- Pickering Station, Goathland Station, Grosmont Station
Grab your broomsticks and cauldrons, it's time for spooky season on the NYMR! This October half term, Kids Go Free on standard services, with one free child ticket per fare paying adult, so bring the whole family along for a day of Halloween fun.
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Mad Alice's Ghost Train
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25th Oct 2026: 18:15 - 19:15
More dates
25th Oct 2026: 20:00 - 21:00
1st Nov 2026: 18:15 - 19:15
1st Nov 2026: 20:00 - 21:00
- Pickering Station
Come and join Mad Alice, if you dare. Step aboard the North Yorkshire Moors Railway after dark for an immersive Halloween experience like no other.
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25th Oct 2026: 18:15 - 19:15
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Spooky Tiny Engine Tuesday
- 27th Oct 2026
- 10:00 - 12:00
- Pickering Station
Free play with toy trains, hands-on activities and a remote-control maze mat for young explorers aged 1-10.
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![A child plays with a toy train.]()
Spooky Station Stay and Play
- 28th Oct 2026
- 09:30 - 11:00
- Pickering Station
Join our Station Stay and Play session for under 5s, with soft play, sensory activities and a touch of steam-inspired fun.
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![Santa and two of his elves stands in front of the Naughty or Nice machine.]()
Santa Express
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28th Nov 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
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29th Nov 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
5th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
6th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
12th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
13th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
19th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
20th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
22nd Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
23rd Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
24th Dec 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
- Pickering Station
Come and enjoy an interactive adventure for families as they meet Father Christmas on the NYMR Santa Express.
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28th Nov 2026: 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 & 15:00
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Tinsel Tipple
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28th Nov 2026: 17:00
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28th Nov 2026: 18:30
12th Dec 2026: 17:00
12th Dec 2026: 18:30
22nd Dec 2026: 17:00
22nd Dec 2026: 18:30
23rd Dec 2026: 17:00
23rd Dec 2026: 18:30
- Pickering Station
Step aboard for a seasonal evening journey complete with included Baileys (50ml) and a Mince Pie, all wrapped in the magic of Christmas. Enjoy sing-a-longs with our cheeky Elves.
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28th Nov 2026: 17:00
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![Mad Alice in a red Christmas cape and hood, looking menacing with a bloody axe in hand.]()
A Bloody Merry Christmas
- 5th Dec 2026: 18:30 - 19:30
- 19th Dec 2026: 18:30 - 19:30
- Pickering Station
A one-of-a-kind adult festive event, hosted by the ghost of Mad Alice and her eccentric supernatural companions. It’s Christmas - but not as you know it.
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- Rail Enthusiasts
- Adults
- All
- Pickering Station
- Levisham Station
- Goathland Station
- Grosmont Station
- Whitby Station
Annual Diesel Gala
- 10th - 13th Jun 2027
- Pickering Station, Levisham Station, Goathland Station, Grosmont Station, Whitby Station
Join us for four fantastic days celebrating the sights and sounds of heritage diesel locomotives, all set against the breath-taking backdrop of the North York Moors National Park.
