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Halloween Ghost Train

Updated: Oct 01, 2026

All aboard the Halloween Ghost Train for a spooktacular journey on a heritage steam train, the Mary Valley Rattler, departing from historic Gympie Station at 5pm on October 31.

Halloween Ghost Train

Perfect for both adults and children, who are encouraged to dress up in their ghoulish best for the occasion, the Mary Valley Rattler will steam through the dusky, darkening valley, with a stopover at Amamoor Station.

Get ready to Trick or Treat your way through the evening and be sure to look out for the scariest costume award and prepare to be afraid..

Halloween Ghost Train

Tickets are available with or without meals. For those who book dinner, there's a choice of nacho or salad falafel bow and for children grilled ham & cheese pasta, which will be available to collect from Amamoor Station with a bottle of water to enjoy on the return journey. 

Halloween Ghost Train

There's also the option of VIP tickets, which will include an onboard cheese platter and onboard commentary, with bar facilities also available.  

Good to know - Prizes will be awarded for the best scariest costumes. Tickets are available with or without meals.

Need to know - Departure from Gympie Station is at 5.30pm. Check in strictly closes 30 minutes before departure.

Images courtesy of Mary Valley Rattler.

Halloween Ghost Train

Gympie Station 

Tozer St

Gympie

Oct 31 5pm

A$79-$144

Child $59-$119

Fam (2A + 2C) $228-$292

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