MOUNT BARKER EVENTS FIELD GUIDE
Super Heroes Express — A steam-hauled, costume-friendly family ride between Mt Barker and Strathalbyn
This five-hour round trip departs Mt Barker at 10am and pairs a scenic return train journey with superhero meet-and-greets, children’s activities, and fundraising for the Childhood Cancer Association.
Super Heroes Express — A steam-hauled, costume-friendly family ride between Mt Barker and Strathalbyn.
Board the Super Heroes Express at Mt Barker for a family-focused day on the rails: a scenic return journey to Strathalbyn where children can meet costumed heroes, take part in special activities, and enjoy station-side fundraising events — all while supporting the Childhood Cancer Association.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Dress-up, badges and activity packs for kids
Children are encouraged to dress as their favourite superheroes; each child ticket includes a Super Hero’s Express badge, wristband and an activity pack to use on the day.
A fundraiser on the move
$10 from every ticket goes to the Childhood Cancer Association, and fundraising continues on arrival at Strathalbyn where a sausage sizzle and fairy floss will be available with proceeds donated to the same charity.
Steam-hauled, station-to-station scenery
The event is built around a return train journey between Mt Barker and Strathalbyn (steam hauled where possible), delivering a relaxed, scenic outing punctuated by onboard superhero interactions and activities on arrival.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Morning at Mt Barker is lively: families meet costumed superheroes at the station, board the train for a roughly five‑hour round trip to Strathalbyn and back, and spend time on arrival at a dedicated activity area where food stalls and children’s programming support the charitable purpose of the event.
THE COSTUME PARTY
Dress-up, badges and activity packs for kids
Children are encouraged to dress as their favourite superheroes; each child ticket includes a Super Hero’s Express badge, wristband and an activity pack to use on the day.
THE CAUSE
A fundraiser on the move
$10 from every ticket goes to the Childhood Cancer Association, and fundraising continues on arrival at Strathalbyn where a sausage sizzle and fairy floss will be available with proceeds donated to the same charity.
THE RIDE
Steam-hauled, station-to-station scenery
The event is built around a return train journey between Mt Barker and Strathalbyn (steam hauled where possible), delivering a relaxed, scenic outing punctuated by onboard superhero interactions and activities on arrival.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this event suits — and who should plan accordingly.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pack a picnic for the day; children will receive a superhero badge, wristband and an activity pack as part of their ticket. The fare includes the return train journey between Mt Barker and Strathalbyn.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When does the Super Heroes Express depart and how long is the trip?
The event departs Mt Barker at 10am and is a five-hour round trip.
How much does a ticket cost?
Adult tickets are priced at $50 each.
What is included with a child’s ticket?
Each child ticket includes a Super Hero’s Express badge, a wristband and an activity pack.
How does the event support charity?
$10 from every ticket sold is donated to the Childhood Cancer Association, and proceeds from the sausage sizzle and fairy floss at Strathalbyn also go to the charity.
Will there be food available at Strathalbyn?
A sausage sizzle and fairy floss will be available for purchase at Strathalbyn, with proceeds donated to the Childhood Cancer Association.
Is the train steam-hauled and could the service change?
The return journey is steam hauled where possible; operations are dependent on weather and fire restrictions, so service details may change.