easy
3–4 hours
Suitable for all fitness levels, as most of the activity involves seated train rides and leisurely walking at stops.
Experience a perfect summer evening with scenic train rides, live music, and gourmet meals in Rockhill, Pennsylvania. Discover how Trackside Tastes & Tunes blends outdoor charm with great food and tunes.
Train Ride • Catered Meal • Live Music • Beer Van
Experience an unforgettable evening with the Trackside Tastes and Tunes summer series! Enjoy a scenic train ride to Colgate Grove, where you'll savor a delicious catered meal, listen to live music from talented performers, and unwind by fire pits in nature's tranquility. Join us for a unique blend of food and entertainment!
Take a leisurely scenic train ride to Colgate Grove for a 1.5-hour layover where you'll be treated to live performances from a variety of performers throughout the season, indulge in a delicious catered meal, sip on local brews from a cash beer van provided by Juniata Brewing Company, play lawn games or cozy up by fire pits, and disconnect in the serenity of nature trackside at America's oldest operating narrow-gauge railroad.
Your ticket includes...
##Train Schedule: Train Departs Rockhill Furnace: 5:00pm Train Arrives Colgate Grove: 5:30pm Dinner & Performances: 5:30pm - 7:00pm Train Departs Colgate Grove: 7:00pm Train Arrives Rockhill Furnace: 7:30pm
Total Duration: Approx. 2.5 Hours
##Friday, June 21st - Rhythm & Rails !Description of image Musical Entertainment Featuring Grammy-Nominated Singer/Songwriter Ray Owens performing favorites from the 70s to today - from James Taylor to Jackson Browne, The Beatles to Bruce Springsteen, and more!
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##Saturday, July 6th - Jazz Junction !Description of image Musical Entertainment Featuring the 7-piece traditional jazz band the Deacons of Dixieland playing toe-tapping jazz favorites from a century ago.
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##Friday, August 23rd - Blues & Brews !Description of image Musical Entertainment Featuring blues, Celtic, old-school rock-n-roll, fiddle tunes, and more with Richard Sleigh, Andy Tollins, Stephen Buckalew, and Justin Griffin.
Dinner Menu: Main Course: Choice of Grilled Chicken Breast with Garlic Red Potatoes and Island Blend Veggies or Pasta Bar (Spaghetti) with choice of Marinara or Alfredo Sauce, Optional Meatballs
##Saturday, September 14th - Roaring 20s Ragtime !Description of image Featuring the Grammy-Award Winning musicians of the Central Pennsylvania Ragtime and American Music Festival! Learn more about this dinner train and book tickets here
Arriving 30 minutes before departure ensures a smooth boarding experience and time to enjoy the facilities at East Broad Top.
Even summer evenings can cool down quickly by the fire pits, so bring a light jacket or sweater.
The scenic train routes and lively performances offer plenty of photo opportunities to capture memories.
Limited availability means spots fill quickly during summer weekends; early booking guarantees your place.
East Broad Top is one of the last remaining narrow-gauge railroads in the U.S., rich with mining and railroad heritage dating back to the 1870s.
Efforts are in place to protect the surrounding forest and waterways by managing visitor impact and supporting local wildlife habitats.
Stay comfortable during cooler evenings by the fire pits.
summer specific
Protect yourself from insects, especially during warmer months when bugs are more active.
summer specific
Capture the beautiful scenery and live music moments throughout the evening.
Wear shoes suitable for walking on train platforms and natural terrain at Colgate Grove.