This fall, let NC By Train take you to fairs, festivals and other fun events. Skip the hassle of driving and take advantage of NC By Train’s Piedmont line that offers daily service to some of the most exciting activities and events of the season.
October
Presented by NC By Train and the North Carolina Craft Brewers Guild, Fall is the perfect time to explore North Carolina's craft beer scene by rail. With Ale Trail By Rail, travelers can discover breweries, taprooms and other local flavors throughout the Piedmont. Celebrate North Carolina Beer Month this October and make the journey part of the experience with NC By Train.
Downtown Salisbury comes alive during Buskers' Bash as street performers, musicians, magicians and entertainers transform the streets into an open-air stage. Make the journey part of the fun with NC By Train, then enjoy free performances, local shops, restaurants and family-friendly entertainment throughout downtown.
This free downtown Raleigh event features live music with many outdoor stages, art and food vendors that bring together bluegrass, folk and other traditional music genres. Take NC By Train to Raleigh Union Station and enjoy the festival without worrying about parking and road closures.
Ride NC By Train to Cary and experience a taste of Germany at one of the Triangle's largest Oktoberfest celebrations. Enjoy authentic German food, traditional music, local and imported beers, family activities and cultural entertainment in a festive atmosphere.
Sample craft beers from breweries across North Carolina and beyond at downtown Salisbury's Bell Tower BREWFEST. Make the journey part of the celebration with NC By Train, then enjoy live music, local food vendors and a festive atmosphere perfect for a fall getaway.
Take NC By Train to Salisbury and spend the weekend exploring Salisbury's most beautiful historic homes during this nationally recognized annual OctoberTour. Visitors can explore stunning architecture, beautifully preserved interiors and the rich history that makes Salisbury one of North Carolina's most charming historic communities.
NC By Train and Amtrak make it easy to experience one of North Carolina's favorite fall traditions. During the N.C. State Fair, special train service includes four daily stops at the fairgrounds, conveniently located just outside Gate 1.
Leave the traffic and parking behind, then sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. Passengers can board in Charlotte, Kannapolis, Salisbury, High Point, Greensboro, Burlington, Durham and Cary making the fair more accessible than ever by train.
Let NC By Train take you to one of North Carolina's favorite fall traditions. Skip the traffic and parking and enjoy a comfortable ride to the Lexington Barbecue Festival. On festival day, NC By Train offers special service to a temporary stop just one block from all the barbecue, live entertainment, local vendors and festival fun.
Stretching across 10 blocks of Uptown Lexington, this free annual festival brings together hundreds of vendors, award-winning Lexington-style barbecue and thousands of visitors for a day that's uniquely in North Carolina. Passengers can board in Charlotte, Kannapolis, Salisbury, High Point, Greensboro, Burlington, Durham, Cary and Raleigh.
On Sunday, Oct. 25, there will be two opportunities to arrive in Charlotte prior to the start of the Carolina Panthers game at 1 p.m.
Piedmont Train 73 will depart Raleigh Union Station at an earlier time of 8:40 a.m. to arrive in Charlotte at 11:55 a.m. Piedmont Train 76 will depart Charlotte later that day at 5:30 p.m.
Service times vary by date to accommodate all October special events, so passengers should select their travel date and destination at NCByTrain.org to view the correct schedule before booking.
Tickets are now on sale and seats are limited, so book your tickets today.