Harvest Limited
October 2-3, 2021
Fall Trains and Guided Tours
It’s harvest time in Sauk County. Enjoy the beauty from aboard the train as the leaves start to change during the crisp fall season. Enjoy a ride down Mid-Continent’s tracks through rural Sauk County countryside.
Aside from the sights out the train windows, there is plenty to see at the Mid-Continent Railway Museum grounds. Get the full experience by taking the Vintage Rail Car Tour (additional fee), a guided walking tour through Mid-Continent’s finest restorations. The Vintage Rail Car Tours are offered only one weekend per year so don’t miss out!
This weekend typically coincides with the early stages of the area’s autumn foliage change. You can check the status of the fall colors in the region at http://www.travelwisconsin.com/fall-color-report. Additional events later in October include our Autumn Color Weekend and Pumpkin Special event.
Harvest Limited Schedule
Rides last 55 minutes except for the Elegant Dinner Train which lasts 2-1/2 to 3 hours.
| Departure Time | Saturday, Oct. 2, 2021 | Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021 |
|---|---|---|
| 11:00 a.m. | Coach Train | Coach Train |
| 1:00 p.m. | Coach Train & Beer Train [CANCELED] | Coach Train |
| 3:00 p.m. | Coach Train | Coach Train |
| 5:00 p.m. | Elegant Dinner Train [CANCELED] |
Caboose tickets not offered in 2021 due to Mid-Continent’s caboose undergoing maintenance.
Train Fares
| Fare Class | Coach | Beer Train | Elegant Dinner Train |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | $22 | Not available | Not available |
| Senior (62+) | $20 | Not available | Not available |
| Child (3-15) | $12 | Not available | Not available |
| Child (2 and Under) | Free | Not available | Not allowed |
Reservations for Harvest Limited trains can be made online or by calling 608-522-4261 or toll-free 800-930-1385. Reservations are optional but recommended for Coach Class tickets. Reservations are required for Beer Train and Elegant Dinner Train departures.
Reservations are subject to a convenience fee.
Vintage Rail Car Tour
OPTIONAL ADD-ON: Take a guided walking tour inside Mid-Continent’s finest railcars displays. More information.
| Age Group | Tour Cost |
|---|---|
| Adult/Senior | $10 |
| Child (3-15) | $7 |
| Child (2 and Under) | Free |
Ticket Types
Coach Class
Our standard fare, this is the way most people experience Mid-Continent Railway Museum’s demonstration train ride. Windows line the sides of the cars allowing excellent viewing. Conductors ride with passengers to collect tickets and answer questions about the history of the railroad. Reservations are encouraged.
Vintage Rail Car Tours
Take a guided walking tour beyond normally locked doors and inside some of Mid-Continent’s finest restorations. This level of access is only offered one weekend per year! Vintage Rail Car Tour tickets can be purchased as an add-on to a Harvest Limited train ride or as a stand-alone tour without a train ride. See the Vintage Rail Car Tours page for additional information about the tour.
Beer Train
All onboard dining trains in 2021 – including Beer Train – have been canceled in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic
On the 1:00 PM departure, in addition to regularly scheduled coach trains, our first-class cars, the Soo Line #2017 and the C&NW #440, will be added to the train to host our Beer Train passengers. During the ride, samples will be given out from select microbreweries along with snacks. Go to the Beer Train page for more details. Reservations are required.
Elegant Dinner Train
All onboard dining trains in 2021 – including Elegant Dinner Train service – have been canceled in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic
Dine in fine style, with a multi-course gourmet meal, served to you by uniformed friendly staff aboard our two first-class cars, the Soo Line #2017 and the C&NW #440. Dinner trains board at 4:45 p.m. for a 5:00 p.m. departure from North Freedom, on Saturday only. Reservations are required. Go to the Elegant Dinner Train page for additional details.