Wine & dining
Father’s Day BBQ Train
A Father’s Day round trip with a South Dayton layover, Weidners BBQ, and a ticket option that lets Dad ride free when available.
Check availabilityFather’s Day seasonal event
A ride with a little more room in the day.
The Father’s Day BBQ Train is a two-hour round-trip excursion from Gowanda to South Dayton with a 30-minute layover and a catered meal by Weidners BBQ. The ride is built for families who want a shared day out rather than another restaurant reservation. Current event details list Father, adult, child, senior, infant, and table-for-four ticket types, with Dad’s ticket offered free in the event pricing shown on the current site.
Quick details
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What’s included
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- Round-trip excursion from Gowanda to South Dayton
- 30-minute South Dayton layover
- Catered Weidners BBQ meal option as selected in the booking flow
- Family ticket types including infants free in the current listing
The flow of the day
From check-in to return.
- 01Arrive at the Gowanda station 30–45 minutes before departure.
- 02Board for the ride through the Western New York countryside.
- 03Enjoy the South Dayton layover.
- 04Return to Gowanda after the meal and excursion.
Before you go
Practical details
Meeting point: NY&LE Gowanda station, 50 Commercial Street, Gowanda, NY 14070
Age requirement: All ages are welcome.
Accessibility: Gowanda boarding is currently described as not wheelchair accessible; South Dayton is described as wheelchair accessible. Confirm current access before booking.
Cancellation and weather: Meal cutoffs and event refund terms can be date-specific. Review the current booking terms and meal deadline before payment.
Is the BBQ meal included?
The current event listing separates the train ticket from the Weidners BBQ meal option. Select the meal option shown in the live booking flow if you want BBQ served as part of the trip.
Can children ride?
Yes. The Father’s Day BBQ Train is an all-ages family excursion with child and infant ticket options listed on the current site.
Where is check-in?
Check in at the New York & Lake Erie Railroad station at 50 Commercial Street in Gowanda.
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