UTICA GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Night Ride to Remsen: A Halloween Beer & Wine Journey from Utica’s Union Station
A 2.5-hour guided evening train from Utica to Remsen offering a complimentary beer or wine glass per ticket and a relaxed adults-only atmosphere—this guide explains how the ride runs, what’s included, and accessibility details.
Night Ride to Remsen: A Halloween Beer & Wine Journey from Utica’s Union Station.
Board the Adirondack Railroad at Utica’s historic Union Station for a 2.5-hour autumn evening trip north to Remsen and back, a convivial, scenic run built around sampling local beers and wines and marked by a complimentary glass for each regular adult ticket holder.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Utica to Remsen and Back at Twilight
The train departs Utica and carries passengers to Remsen for an outbound leg before returning to Utica—an evening journey timed to enjoy falling light and landscape from the car windows.
Sip-Focused, Social Evening Aboard the Coach
Marketed as a spooktacular, adults-oriented outing, the trip centers around enjoying a selection of wines and beers while riding the historic Adirondack Railroad.
Complimentary Glass Included
Each regular adult ticket includes a complimentary beer or wine glass (glass only—beverage is not included), a small keepsake that underscores the event’s tasting focus.
What the day feels like
How the Evening Unfolds
Passengers meet at Union Station in Utica to board the Adirondack Railroad for a 2.5-hour round trip to Remsen. The schedule spaces out an hour in Remsen between arrival and the return departure, creating a relaxed cadence: an outbound leg, a short stop in Remsen, and then the return to Utica—an easygoing evening designed around tasting, socializing, and watching the landscape roll by.
THE ROUTE
Utica to Remsen and Back at Twilight
The train departs Utica and carries passengers to Remsen for an outbound leg before returning to Utica—an evening journey timed to enjoy falling light and landscape from the car windows.
THE EXPERIENCE
Sip-Focused, Social Evening Aboard the Coach
Marketed as a spooktacular, adults-oriented outing, the trip centers around enjoying a selection of wines and beers while riding the historic Adirondack Railroad.
THE MEMENTO
Complimentary Glass Included
Each regular adult ticket includes a complimentary beer or wine glass (glass only—beverage is not included), a small keepsake that underscores the event’s tasting focus.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits (accessibility-focused considerations):
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Each regular adult ticket includes a complimentary beer or wine glass (glass only; beverage is not included). Bring any personal items you’ll need for an evening train ride; if you require wheelchair seating, have measurements ready when you call to reserve.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Halloween Beer & Wine Train?
The full experience runs 2.5 hours from departure in Utica to return arrival in Utica.
Where do I meet the train?
Boarding takes place at Union Station, 321 Main Street, Utica, NY.
Is a beverage included with my ticket?
Each regular adult ticket includes a complimentary beer or wine glass; beverages themselves are not included.
Is the train wheelchair accessible?
Yes—standard-size wheelchairs are accommodated, but the maximum door opening is 26 inches; measure your wheelchair before booking and contact the operator to reserve accessible seating.
Are train restrooms wheelchair accessible?
Restrooms on the train are not wheelchair accessible; there are wheelchair-accessible restrooms in all stations.
Who do I contact with accessibility questions or to reserve wheelchair seating?
Contact the Adirondack Railroad office toll-free at 1-800-819-2291 for questions or to reserve wheelchair seating.