Presented by East Broad Top Railroad with Friends of the East Broad Top, this Pumpkin Patch Express pairs vintage rail travel with a festive autumn outing. A century old steam locomotive carries passengers north from Orbisonia Station past farmland, woodlands, and gentle hills, with seating options that include enclosed coaches, open air cars, or a historic caboose. After a scenic ride, everyone steps off at Colgate Grove for pumpkin patch fun. About ninety minutes at the patch offers hay wagon rides, cornhole, mini golf, a bounce house, pumpkin decorating, a football challenge, and Bigfoot racing. Costumes are encouraged for all ages, and a contest awards prizes with each departure. Every child ages 2 to 12 receives a pumpkin, and adults may purchase one while supplies last at the time of reservation or at the ticket window. Food and drink are available for purchase throughout the visit, featuring Andy’s BBQ, KISH Valley Canteen & Catering, and the Juniata Brewing Company beer van. Menu choices include grass fed smashed burgers, hot dogs, grilled cheese, fries and mac and cheese, nachos and taco salad, deep fried pickles and pierogies, bubble tea and lemonade, cider served hot or cold, flavored iced coffee, and hot chocolate with marshmallows and sprinkles. Restrooms, baby changing areas, and a first aid station are available at both the station and the pumpkin patch. Strollers are permitted on the platform, on board, and at the patch, with collapsible styles recommended for easier boarding. The ride takes about thirty minutes each way, and time at the patch is approximately ninety minutes, for a total experience of around two hours and forty five minutes.