Prairie Dog Central Events
July 2023
Canada Day Celebration
Saturday, July 1st
Steam Locomotive No. 3
There is no better way to celebrate Canada Day than to take a trip aboard the Prairie Dog Central, Canada’s only regularly scheduled operating vintage Steam Locomotive. Relax aboard our vintage coaches as we travel through the blooming Prairies making our way to the rural community of Grosse Isle. Tap your toes as the Audayo Brothers offer live onboard entertainment. During the stopover make your way through the beautifully renovated Heritage Village, indulge in the goodies freshly prepared by the vendors or enjoy more live music. Canada Day is always a celebration so you must join us for cake back at Inkster Junction Station!
Departure – 11:00 AM and Return – 2:45 PM
Adult Ticket - $34.95
Child - $27.95
4-Pack Pricing Available
Babies (Under 2 when seated on the knee) - Free*
* If you require a seat for your under 2 year old then please purchase a Child Ticket*
For Child and 4 Pack Tickets, please add the total number of tickets to your basket and choose the relevant Discount Option on the following Shopping Bag page.
Great Train Robbery - Cowboys 'n Gals
Sunday, July 2nd
Steam Locomotive No.3
Rumour in the world of railroading is that those infuriating horseback robbers are on the loose and considering their next ambush. Remain vigilant as we make every effort to avoid this gang of thieves. We are hoping for an uninterrupted trip to Grosse Isle but we must stay alert and report any suspicious activity. We never know what we may encounter during this hilarious, entertaining and interactive trip. On arrival pick up a freshly prepared hotdog or smokie or enjoy your home-prepared lunch but be sure to stop by for some delicious baked goodies or an ice cream cone. Take a stroll through the beautifully restored Heritage House, East Rosser School and take a moment in the Church. Find your seat and get ready to enjoy some live music performed by Prairie Dog favourite the Audayo Brothers.
All donations collected will go to Helping Hands for Manitobans with Breast Cancer
Helping Hands for Manitobans with Breast Cancer Inc. provides assistance to women and men in Manitoba who are experiencing financial difficulties while undergoing treatment and follow-up for breast cancer. We help with expenses that simply fall through the cracks, such as parking, medications, lymphedema garments, wellness programs, rural client mileage/ meals/ accommodations to appointments; and many more. We receive no funding from any levels of government nor any other cancer organizations and rely on donations, grants, third party fundraisers, and our own fundraisers.
Adult Ticket (14+ Years) - $38.95
Child Ticket (Age 2 to 13) - $31.95
Babies (Under 2 while seated on the knee) - Free*
* If you require a seat for your under 2 year old then please purchase a Child Ticket*
For Child and 4 Pack Tickets, please add the total number of tickets to your basket and choose the relevant Discount Option on the following Shopping Bag page
Depart - 11:00 AM
Return - 2:45 PM
Heritage Village Picnic
Thursday, July 6th
Diesel Locomotive
Today we make our way up the line from Inkster Junction Station to the Grosse Isle Heritage Village. Visit with friends as you take a leisurely ride aboard the 1900 era beautifully restored coaches. Tap your toes to the live onboard music by the Audayo Brothers. Awaiting our arrival will be freshly prepared sandwiches, creamy Caesar salad and chips plus a drink followed by bite size dessert. Take time to visit the beautifully restored Heritage House, East Rosser School and take a moment in the Church during the stopover. This weekday picnic is ideal for larger groups and family gatherings. This event sells out so early booking is recommended.
Departure – 11:00 AM and Return – 2:45 PM
Adult Ticket (14+ Years) - $32.00
Child Ticket (Age 2 to 13) - $32.00
Babies (Under 2 when seated on the knee) - Free*
* If you require a seat for your under 2 year old then please purchase a Child Ticket*
There are no discounts available for this Event
The Mystical Magic Train
Saturday, July 8th
Diesel Locomotive
Join us onboard as we head to the rural community of Grosse Isle. Awaiting our arrival is Patrick the magician. Pick up a freshly prepared hotdog or smokie along with some baked goods or ice cream and grab your front row seat as we await the show. Patrick’s 45-minute fun and fully interactive performance will have you marvelling in the trickery and sleight of hand. Before we depart and head back to the city make sure you take a walk through the beautifully restored buildings making up the Heritage Village.
Departure – 11:00 AM and Return – 2:45 PM
Adult Ticket - $34.95
Child - $27.95
4-Pack Pricing Available
Babies (Under 2 when seated on the knee) - Free*
* If you require a seat for your under 2 year old then please purchase a Child Ticket*
For Child and 4 Pack Tickets, please add the total number of tickets to your basket and choose the relevant Discount Option on the following Shopping Bag page.
Family Fun Day
Sunday, July 9th
Diesel Locomotive
Back by popular demand, hop onboard for a day that is going to be a complete sensory overload, there's something for everyone on the PDCR today! The Audayo Brothers will entertain with onboard live music as we make our way to Grosse Isle. There are balloon animals for the kids onboard. Visit the volunteers in the Heritage House, East Rosser School and take a moment in the Church. A magic show will wrap up this fun filled day before we head back to the city. Bring along your own home packed basket lunch or delight in the baked pies, pastries, hot dogs and smokies freshly prepared by the locals. Book early so you don’t miss this entertaining fun packed day.
Departure – 11:00 AM and Return – 2:45 PM
Adult Ticket - $34.95
Child - $27.95
Babies (Under 2 when seated on the knee) - Free*
* If you require a seat for your under 2 year old then please purchase a Child Ticket*
For Child and 4 Pack Tickets, please add the total number of tickets to your basket and choose the relevant Discount Option on the following Shopping Bag page.
Prairie 'Hog' Train Robbery - Cowboys 'n Gals
Saturday, July 15th
Steam Locomotive No.3
As we quietly sneak up the line, we are hoping to throw these pesky robbers of the scent with our later departure time! Enjoy our onboard entertainment as we make our way to the rural community of Grosse Isle, tap your toes as the Audayo Brothers make their way through the coaches. We are hoping for an uninterrupted ride as we arrive to a delicious supper of Pork in a Bun, Salad, Potato Chips and light dessert. Take a stroll through the wonderfully restored Heritage Village and appreciate more live music as we wrap up this fun filled and fully interactive trip.
NB – Each passenger will receive 1 plate including 1 Pork in a Bun, Cesear Salad, Potato Chips and light dessert. A drink is included in the price
Departure – 5:00 PM and Return – 9:30 PM
Adult Ticket - $51.95
Child - $44.95
4-Pack Pricing Available
Babies (Under 2 while seated on the knee) - Free*
* If you require a seat for your under 2 year old then please purchase a Child Ticket*
For Child and 4 Pack Tickets, please add the total number of tickets to your basket and choose the relevant Discount Option on the following Shopping Bag page
All donations collected will go to Helping Hands for Manitobans with Breast Cancer
Helping Hands for Manitobans with Breast Cancer Inc. provides assistance to women and men in Manitoba who are experiencing financial difficulties while undergoing treatment and follow-up for breast cancer. We help with expenses that simply fall through the cracks, such as parking, medications, lymphedema garments, wellness programs, rural client mileage/meals/accommodations to appointments; and many more. We receive no funding from any levels of government nor any other cancer organizations and rely on donations, grants, third party fundraisers, and our own fundraisers.
Family Day Out With CJOB
Sunday, July 16th
Steam Locomotive No. 3
Hosted by Manitoba’s favourite Information Super Station, CJOB and featuring one of Winnipeg’s favourite radio personalities. Throughout the trip, visit with the radio personality as we travel from Inkster Junction Station to the beautiful community of Grosse Isle. On arrival visit the local vendors displaying their hand-crafted items or treat yourself to the freshly prepared hotdogs, smokies and baked goods on offer. Stroll through the beautifully restored Heritage House, East Rosser School and Grosse Isle United Church. This ride is a fun and interactive trip enjoyed by everyone!
Departure – 11:00 AM and Return – 2:45 PM
Adult Ticket - $34.95
Child - $27.95
4-Pack Pricing Available
Babies (Under 2 when seated on the knee) - Free*
* If you require a seat for your under 2 year old then please purchase a Child Ticket*
For Child and 4 Pack Tickets, please add the total number of tickets to your basket and choose the relevant Discount Option on the following Shopping Bag page.
All Aboard Featuring Chris Without The Hat
Saturday, July 22nd
Diesel Locomotive
As the mighty diesel locomotive rumbles up the line to Grosse Isle, we look forward to a day filled with family fun and entertainment featuring Winnipeg favourite, Chris Without the Hat. During the train ride Chris will sketch personal caricatures for all the children onboard before performing his jaw dropping juggling act during the stopover. Bring along your own home packed basket or relish the baked pies, pastries, hot dogs and smokies freshly prepared by the locals. Visit the various buildings that make up the Heritage Village and marvel in the restoration work before we take the train back to Inkster Junction Station.
Departure – 11:00 AM and Return – 2:45 PM
Adult Ticket - $34.95
Child - $27.95
Babies (Under 2 when seated on the knee) - Free*
* If you require a seat for your under 2 year old then please purchase a Child Ticket*
For Child and 4 Pack Tickets, please add the total number of tickets to your basket and choose the relevant Discount Option on the following Shopping Bag page.
Prairie Dog Central Railway Day
Sunday, July 23rd
Diesel Locomotive
Join us onboard as we travel to the rural community of Grosse Isle. Sit back and listen as our onboard historian recounts stories of the impact immigration has had to our local areas. Bring along your own picnic or indulge in a freshly prepared hotdog or smokie, leaving space for some baked treats or ice cream. Take a stroll through the beautifully restored heritage buildings before we head back to the city.
Departure – 11:00 AM and Return – 2:45 PM
Adult Ticket - $34.95
Child - $27.95
Babies (Under 2 when seated on the knee) - Free*
* If you require a seat for your under 2 year old then please purchase a Child Ticket*
For Child and 4 Pack Tickets, please add the total number of tickets to your basket and choose the relevant Discount Option on the following Shopping Bag page.
Heritage Village Picnic
Thursday July 27th
Diesel Locomotive
Hop onboard and join us for a slow-paced trip from Inkster Junction Station to the beautiful community of Grosse Isle, visit with family and friends as we make our way up the line. Enjoy live onboard entertainment by Prairie Dog Central favourites the Audayo Brothers. On arrival in Grosse Isle the volunteers will serve freshly prepared sandwiches, Caesar salad, chips and small dessert plus a drink. Take time to stroll through the 1886 Heritage House, the 1 room schoolhouse and the Grosse Isle United Church before we make our way back to the city. This weekday picnic is ideal for larger groups and family gatherings.
Departure – 11:00 AM and Return – 2:45 PM
Adult Ticket (14+ Years) - $32.00
Child Ticket (Age 2 to 13) - $32.00
Babies (Under 2 when seated on the knee) - Free*
* If you require a seat for your under 2 year old then please purchase a Child Ticket*
There are no discounts available for this Event
Propellers, Tracks and Wheels
Saturday, July 29th
Steam Locomotive
We recommend that you arrive early and have plenty of time to enjoy the cars and model airplanes on display at Inkster Junction Station. Take time to walk around and chat with the enthusiastic volunteers who operate and maintain the vehicles and model planes. When it’s time to leave hop onboard for our trip up the line to Grosse Isle. Enjoy the sights and sounds as we make our way through the prairies and kick back and tap your toes to the live onboard music by PDC favourites The Audayo Brothers. Appreciate the slow pace of the stopover, climb through the cab of the Steam locomotive or take a closer look at the vehicles that have followed us up the track. Pick up a freshly prepared hotdog, smokie or some baked goods before we head back to the city.
* Participation of the vehicles and model airplanes is weather dependant *
Departure – 11:00 AM and Return – 2:45 PM
Adult Ticket - $34.95
Child - $27.95
Babies (Under 2 when seated on the knee) - Free*
* If you require a seat for your under 2 year old then please purchase a Child Ticket*
For Child and 4 Pack Tickets, please add the total number of tickets to your basket and choose the relevant Discount Option on the following Shopping Bag page.
Great Train Robbery - Cowboys 'n Gals
Sunday July 30th
Steam Locomotive No.3
And here we go again, it has been reported that those brazen Cowboys 'n Gals have been spotted up the track. Please be alert as we try to evade the robbers this time around and be prepared to hand over any spare change should you have to. During the stopover enjoy freshly prepared hot dogs and smokies, baking or an ice cream cone, while relaxing to the live tunes by the Audayo Brothers. Visit the beautifully restored Heritage House, the East Rosser School or take a moment in the Church before we take a leisurely ride back to the city.
All donations collected will go to Helping Hands for Manitobans with Breast Cancer
Helping Hands for Manitobans with Breast Cancer Inc. provides assistance to women and men in Manitoba who are experiencing financial difficulties while undergoing treatment and follow-up for breast cancer. We help with expenses that simply fall through the cracks, such as parking, medications, lymphedema garments, wellness programs, rural client mileage/ meals/ accommodations to appointments; and many more. We receive no funding from any levels of government nor any other cancer organizations and rely on donations, grants, third party fundraisers, and our own fundraisers.
Adult Ticket (14+ Years) - $38.95
Child Ticket (Age 2 to 13) - $31.95
Babies (Under 2 while seated on the knee) - Free*
* If you require a seat for your under 2 year old then please purchase a Child Ticket*
For Child and 4 Pack Tickets, please add the total number of tickets to your basket and choose the relevant Discount Option on the following Shopping Bag page
Depart - 11:00 AM
Return - 2:45 PM