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Our first Adventure · October 10, 2026

Play Date: Adventure — Train & Pumpkin Day

Ride the train to The Elegant Farmer, take a hayride to the pumpkin patch, and enjoy a hosted fall day with other families.

Saturday, October 10 · 9:30 AM–about 1:00 PM

Starts at East Troy Depot · 2002 Church Street, East Troy

Adult $36.40 · Senior/Military $32.76 · Youth 12–14 $27.66 · Child 3–11 $24.75 · Ages 0–2 free

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The group plans to take the noon return shuttle. The railroad posts departures on the day, so the exact return time and boarding depend on its operating schedule and capacity.

WHAT HAPPENS

A simple plan for the day.

  1. 01

    9:30 AM · Check in, get name tags, and meet the group

  2. 02

    10:00 AM · Planned first Harvest Fest train to The Elegant Farmer

  3. 03

    About 11:00 AM · Arrive and regroup at The Elegant Farmer

  4. 04

    11:05–11:40 AM · Included orchard hayride

  5. 05

    11:40–11:50 AM · Hosted pumpkin hunt

  6. 06

    11:50 AM · Regroup for the planned noon return train

  7. 07

    About 1:00 PM · Expected return to East Troy Depot

WHY DO THIS AS A PLAY DATE?

Because connection needs a place to start.

The shared ride gives kids an easy way to connect while parents meet other families without having to plan the whole day.

  • The activity breaks the ice

    Kids have the train, the view, and pumpkin discoveries to talk about, so connection can happen naturally.

  • Someone brings the group together

    Your host makes introductions, shares the plan, and creates moments for families to reconnect throughout the day.

  • You leave knowing someone

    The goal is more than a fun outing. It is a first shared memory that can make the next Play Date feel familiar.

YOUR TICKET INCLUDES

More than a place to go.

  • The East Troy Railroad Harvest Fest train fare
  • The Elegant Farmer hayride to the pumpkin patch
  • A hosted welcome, pumpkin hunt, and connection activities
  • A clear group plan and return meeting time

MEET A FELLOW PARENT

Hi, I’m Jeremy—a local dad.

I’m also the founder of Fojut Ventures, where I build the infrastructure of connection: real places, shared experiences, and repeated opportunities that help people form relationships and push back against loneliness. I created Play Date to bring that work to families. Each gathering gives kids a natural way to meet other kids and gives parents space to connect, too. We’re starting one event at a time with a simple goal: turn first hellos into familiar faces and help local families build community that lasts. Questions are always welcome before you register.

jeremy@playdatecommunity.org

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What is Play Date: Adventure?

Read the full schedule and practical details

How the day flows

  1. 01

    9:30 AM · Check in and meet the group

    Meet your Play Date host outside the ticket window at 2002 Church Street in East Troy. We will hand out name tags, make introductions, and share the plan before boarding. Caregivers stay with their children throughout the event, and families arrange their own travel to and from the depot.

  2. 02

    10:00 AM · Planned first train

    Board the planned first Harvest Fest train to The Elegant Farmer. A window-spotting activity gives kids something easy to discover and share with a new friend. Train seating is subject to availability.

  3. 03

    About 11:00 AM · Arrive and regroup

    Meet the group after the train ride and get ready for the included Elegant Farmer hayride through the orchard to the pumpkin patch. We plan to begin the hayride around 11:05 AM.

  4. 04

    11:05–11:50 AM · Hayride and hosted pumpkin hunt

    Ride through the orchard to the pumpkin patch, then join a simple hosted hunt that helps kids explore and connect. Any pumpkin you choose to take home is a separate purchase.

  5. 05

    11:50 AM · Regroup for the return

    Meet your host at the Elegant Farmer train platform for the planned noon return train. We expect to be back at East Troy Depot at about 1:00 PM for a quick closing goodbye. The railroad operates Harvest Fest shuttles and posts the next departure at each depot, so exact return timing and boarding are subject to the day’s operating schedule and capacity.

Where we will meet

The starting and return point is East Troy Depot, 2002 Church Street, East Troy, Wisconsin. The destination is The Elegant Farmer, 1545 Main Street, Mukwonago, Wisconsin.

Meet outside the East Troy Depot ticket window at 9:30 AM for check-in and introductions before our planned 10:00 AM train. Registered families will receive a reminder with the meeting point and any schedule updates. Families arrange their own travel to and from East Troy Depot.

Tickets, costs, and optional extras

Play Date Adventure tickets include the 2026 East Troy Railroad Harvest Fest fare, the Elegant Farmer hayride to the pumpkin patch, an estimated tax allowance, and Play Date planning and hosting: Adult ages 15–64, $36.40; Senior or Military with ID, $32.76; Youth ages 12–14, $27.66; Child ages 3–11, $24.75; Infant or toddler ages 0–2, free.

Admission and parking at The Elegant Farmer are free. A pumpkin to take home, food, the corn maze, pony rides, shopping, and other optional farm purchases are not included. Eventbrite processing fees may be added at checkout.

  • Your paid Play Date ticket covers the Harvest Fest train ride, the hayride to the pumpkin patch, and Play Date hosting for the outing.
  • A pumpkin to take home, food, shopping, and additional farm activities are separate purchases.
  • All adults and children, including infants, must be included in the RSVP headcount.

A shared outing with room to be yourselves

Play Date takes care of the welcome, introductions, shared discovery prompts, and regroup plan. Families can join the group moments, explore at their own pace, and take breaks when needed.

This is an independently organized Play Date gathering. No private train, reserved group seating, venue sponsorship, or group discount has been arranged. Parents and caregivers participate and remain responsible for their children throughout.

A few things to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes and layers for the weather
  • Water and your family’s essentials; save snacks for off the train
  • Your Eventbrite booking confirmation
  • A manageable bag for any pumpkin or farm purchases
  • Check boarding steps, stroller arrangements, and access needs with the railroad before booking

Before you book the train Adventure

The railroad says its historic cars are not accessible and boarding involves steps. There are no working restrooms on the regular trains, and eating on board is not allowed. Contact the railroad about your family’s access needs before booking.

Pumpkins, food, shopping, and added farm activities are separate. Seats and group rates are not guaranteed. Eventbrite refunds are available up to seven days before this event.

Good to know

A responsible adult stays and supervises every child throughout. Register every attendee, including anyone whose admission is free. Families arrange their own transport unless the listing states otherwise.

Read the Eventbrite listing for the latest weather, access, cancellation, and refund information before attending.

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