PORT STANLEY EVENTS FIELD GUIDE
A Lakeside Whodunnit Aboard Port Stanley’s Historic Dinner Train
A three‑hour, 22.5 km round‑trip theatrical dinner aboard the Port Stanley Terminal Rail — this guide covers the logistics, route stops and what to expect on the Murder & Mystery Dinner Train.
A Lakeside Whodunnit Aboard Port Stanley’s Historic Dinner Train.
Set in the lakeside village of Port Stanley, the Murder & Mystery Dinner Train is run by the Port Stanley Terminal Rail and combines a scenic, historic rail outing with an evening of theatre and refreshments. The experience unfolds over a three‑hour, 22.5 km round trip, and takes place on PSTR’s long‑running tourist railway that has been operating trains safely for more than 35 years.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Lakeside Views on a Short Scenic Run
The route follows the shoreline near Port Stanley, delivering sustained lakeside vistas over a compact 22.5 km round trip — an evening ride built to showcase the village’s waterfront setting.
A Historic Tourist Line with Staying Power
Operated by Port Stanley Terminal Rail, this tourist railway is Elgin County’s longest‑running attraction and has been operating trains safely for decades, giving the dinner train a sense of continuity and local provenance.
Dinner, Drama and a Licensed Bar
The event pairs on‑board theatrical mystery with refreshments from a licensed bar, creating an intimate evening of entertainment on the train.
What the day feels like
What the Night Feels Like
Boarding in the early evening, guests settle into a three‑hour round trip that departs Port Stanley and travels to Parkside before returning. The ride is paced for an evening of staged mystery and relaxed refreshments, all on a short scenic line operated by the Port Stanley Terminal Rail.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this evening service.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Boarding begins at 5:00 PM and the train departs Port Stanley at 6:00 PM for a three‑hour, 22.5 km round trip that returns to Port Stanley.
A licensed bar is available on board for refreshments during the evening service.
The service is operated by Port Stanley Terminal Rail in the lakeside village of Port Stanley and is a long‑standing local tourist attraction.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Murder & Mystery Dinner Train?
The experience is three hours in duration.
When do I need to arrive to board the train?
Boarding starts at 5:00 PM and the train departs Port Stanley at 6:00 PM.
How far does the train travel?
The service covers a 22.5 km round trip from Port Stanley to Parkside and back.
Is there a bar on board?
Yes — the train features a licensed bar for refreshments during the evening.
Who operates the Murder & Mystery Dinner Train?
The event is operated by the Port Stanley Terminal Rail, an operating tourist railway located in Port Stanley, Ontario.
Does the train run into downtown St. Thomas?
No — this train does not operate into downtown St. Thomas.