Experiences
Hoosac Valley Explorer
May 24th & 25th
Enjoy a 60-minute round-trip train excursion to North Adams and back with no layover. Listen to a narrated history of the rail line and local area on board while honoring our fallen heroes.
New This Year: Choose from three classes of service with reserved seating options to enhance your experience.
Departure: 1:30 pm & 3:00 pm​
Coach:
$21 for adults ages 13+
$16 for children ages 3-12
$3 for infants (on a lap)
First Class:
$35 for adults ages 13+
$20 for children ages 3-12
$3 for infants (on a lap)​
First Class Table which includes seats for 4 - $180
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Fireworks Train
July 4th
Skip the traffic jams & parking issues and take the train! Depart from Adams and travel in air-conditioned comfort for arrival in North Adams shortly before the anticipated start of the fireworks. Our reserved location for viewing will be just a few steps from the train. Bring your own snacks and beverages.​​​​
Departure: 8:30 pm
$25 for adults ages 13+
$18 for children ages 3-13
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Ice Cream Train Rides
July 5th, 12th,19th, 26th
Aug 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th, & 31st
Beat the summer heat with our Ice Cream Train Rides, departing from our Adams station! Join us for a delightful journey through local history, all while indulging in refreshing ice cream treats. It's the perfect way to cool down and create lasting memories with family and friends.
Departures: 1:30 pm and 3:00 pm
$24 for adults ages 13+
$18 for children ages 3-13
$5 Toddler (or FREE if not having ice cream)
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More Information
Purchasing Tickets
The Hoosac Valley Train Ride uses a dynamic ticketing system for secure online purchases. The Order Ticket links on this page will redirect you to a secure ticket-purchasing platform. Purchasing tickets online is recommended to guarantee a seat on the train, with email confirmation and a secure platform for transactions. Online ticket sales are final, and it's advised to buy tickets up to 30 minutes before departure. Walk-up ticket sales are not guaranteed. ALL SALES ARE FINAL.
Passenger Parking
Parking for the train is located at Adams Visitor Center, located at 3 Hoosac Street, Adams, MA. The Train Station is across the Street at 4 Hoosac Street. The train does not have restrooms onboard Restrooms are available at the Train Station Building. The historic train equipment cannot accommodate wheelchairs. Directions to parking.
Special Groups & Charters
We offer special day charters, coach charters, and group pricing for 20 or more tickets purchased on a regularly scheduled train. All special groups must contact charters@berkshirescenicrailroad.org or use the Contact Us form today.
Train Details
ALL Hoosac Valley Train Rides depart from Adams, MA at the Adams Station 4 Hoosac Street, Adams Massachusetts, 01220. Directions.
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**This train does NOT pass through the Hoosac Tunnel
