Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum: Rails, Wizards & Spells: Chattanooga Wizard Train Ride

RAILS, WIZARDS & SPELLS A Magical Train Experience Step into a world of magic and imagination at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s Rails, Wizards & Spells experience. This family-friendly fall event combines immersive wizarding fun, themed entertainment, enchanted village activities, and a magical vintage train ride through Chattanooga. Guests begin their adventure by exploring the Enchanted Forest and Wizards Way Village before boarding at Platform 4½ for a memorable train ride filled with wizard professors, storytelling, magical surprises, and a live potions demonstration at Chamberlain Crossing Station. Quick Details Dates: September 18, 2026 – October 25, 2026 Ages: All Ages Duration: 1–1.5 Hours Departure Location: Chattanooga (4119 Cromwell Rd, Chattanooga, TN) Food: Seasonal treats and themed beverages available for purchase What Guests Experience • Walk through the Enchanted Forest into Wizards Way Village • Shop for handcrafted wands, spell charms, potion kits, and magical keepsakes • Board the train at Platform 4½ for a themed wizarding rail adventure • Meet wizarding professors and interactive characters onboard • Watch a live potions demonstration at Chamberlain Crossing Station • See the locomotive turned on the historic turntable before returning to Grand Junction Depot • Enjoy oversized outdoor games and seasonal village activities • Experience hay rides available during select operating dates Why Families Love Rails, Wizards & Spells • Immersive family-friendly fall experience • Interactive wizarding village and themed entertainment • Unique combination of storytelling and vintage rail travel • Great for children, families, and fantasy fans of all ages • One of Chattanooga’s most unique seasonal train rides Village Attractions & Activities • Ye Old Wand Shoppe • Track Side Mercantile • Magical Sundries & Novelties • Oversized Outdoor Games • Potion Demonstrations • Seasonal Hay Rides • Wizard-Themed Treats and Drinks Important Information • Food, beverages, and wizard merchandise are sold separately • Hay rides operate during select dates and weather conditions permitting • Costumes are encouraged but not required • Advance reservations are strongly recommended during October weekends Special Tea Event Potions & Spells Special-Tea experiences are available on select October dates at 3:30 PM.