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The Halifax Wharf Rats
Date:
Saturday June 28th, 2025
Join us as we launch the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival! Featuring live performances every Saturday and Sunday on our Entertainment Patio at Cloverdale Station!
We start things off with the Halifax Wharf Rats – a highly entertaining, energetic group from Vancouver, BC featuring Classic Rock, East-Coast and Maritime music, Canadian folk, and Irish & Scottish pub tunes.
This unique and eclectic band performs around Metro Vancouver and Whistler at festivals, pubs, weddings, private parties, conventions and clubs.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Dennis and Joni
Date:
Sunday June 29th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
Dennis and Joni (Dennis Pook and Joni Anderson) play music with a big emphasis on “Vocal Harmonies”.
They have been performing together for close to 20 years using their two guitars and their two voices to entertain audiences young and old.
They play a range of material from folk, country, blues, to pop and draw from a wide range of songs from the last 50 years!
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Danny Baylen
Date:
Saturday July 5th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
At just 22 years old, Danny Baylen is making waves in the music industry with his unique blend of Pop and Pop Rock. Driven by a passion for the timeless sounds of yesteryear, Danny aims to revive the classic styles that once dominated the charts. His music is a refreshing nod to the past, seamlessly blending vintage vibes with a modern twist. With his heartfelt lyrics and captivating melodies, Danny Baylen is not just a musician; he’s a revivalist on a mission to bring the old style of music back into the mainstream.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Beauty Shop Dolls
Date:
Sunday July 6th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
Beauty Shop Dolls are a retro girl group that bring dazzling vintage inspired sights and sounds to any special event!
Singing and dancing through classic music from the roaring 1920s, the swinging 1940s, and boppin’ 1950s and 60s radio hits, these dolls know how to woo any crowd into an old fashioned love affair.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
KatMoon
Date:
Saturday July 12th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
KatMoon is a 4-piece band from Langley, BC. Formed in 2021, we bring several decades of musical experience to the stage. We perform songs from every one of those decades: Dylan to Pearl Jam, Henley to Lorde, Saga to Syml. From the sixties through current hits, there is something for everyone.
Our passion is great music, embellished with tight vocal harmonies. We love what we do, and the result is eclectic and joyous.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Fluterrific
Date:
Sunday July 13th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
The musical repertoire of Fluterrific ranges from Classical and Baroque to folk music such as Celtic, spicy Latin melodies, Jazz, Contemporary and even Broadway show tunes, too.
The sound of flutes together is joyous and sweet, powerful and uplifting. Fluterrific performs at weddings, conventions, private parties, concerts, seniors’ centres – anywhere a string group could play. Fluterrific is Flute + Terrific!
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Sugar ‘n Sage
Date:
Saturday July 19th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
Sugar ’n Sage is a four-piece family band, consisting of Shannon Lee, her husband Colin Rankin and their two daughters, Siobhan Meaghan and Raina Morgan. The idea was to put together a smaller, acoustic act, highlighting the vocal strength of the three lovely ladies. All four members have a share in the lead vocals.
The quartet features spine-tingling harmonies and a wide range of popular, music – some old, some new, with touches of country, pop, folk and jazz – and originals.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
The Dimes
Date:
Sunday July 20th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
The Dimes are a group like no other. Their specialty is in all things throw-back, covering the most memorable songs from the most influential decades in music.
Their extensive repertoire means that they truly have something for everyone: Elvis and other 1950s Rock and Roll, 1960s Doo-woop with a focus girl groups including The Supremes, 1970s Disco and dance floor starters from ABBA and The Bee Gees, 1980s tunes from Prince and Cyndi Lauper, 1990s jams with favourites from Britney to Backstreet Boys and the early 2000s throwback music that everyone loves.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Garth Johannesson
Date:
Saturday July 26th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
Garth Johannsson‘s versatile voice allows him to excel in various genres, though he particularly enjoys rockabilly and classic hits from the 50s, 60s, and 70s, including rock and roll, country, and Gospel.
A Surrey native, Garth developed his passion for music early on, delving into singing, accordion, and piano from a young age, later forming his first band at 13. Over the years, he became a sought-after performer in local venues across British Columbia, showcasing his exceptional vocal talent. Recently, he has returned to the music scene, captivating audiences at restaurants and coffee houses.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Eric James
Date:
Sunday July 27th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
Eric a Country singer/songwriter who is very passionate in his craft. He fell in love with Country music when he moved to Alberta from the Phillipines in his 20’s. He has a passion for performing cover songs and as well as sharing some of his own music. Inspired by his family’s musical background and driven by the soulful stroy-telling in country music, Eric James aims to inspire and entertain audiences, make them smile and want to get up and dance.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Linda Szentes and Jazzlinks
Date:
Saturday August 2nd, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
Linda Szentes and Jazzlinks is a versatile group of seasoned musicians from the Lower Mainland. Her core musicians – Linda (vocals) Mike Toth (guitar)/ Don Hardy (piano), Johan Worst (bass) and Buff Allen on drums – can improvise on a jazz standard and lay down a funk groove with equal skill. Although jazz is their first love, Linda and her musicians cover a wide repertoire which includes R &B, soul, smooth jazz and pop music from the 60’s – 80’s. Warm and blues oriented, their sound is distinctive, and they groove as one!
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
The Ragtime Ramblers
Date:
Sunday August 3rd, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
Meet The Ragtime Ramblers – North America’s premier “Trad” or Dixieland Jazz band! The Ragtime Ramblers blend the best of traditional Jazz with outstanding musicianship and a style all their own, including their signature “Dixiefied” versions of rock classics.
Led by Plectrum Banjo virtuoso Dave Ivaz and multi-instrumentalist, composer, and educator Jim Hopson, The Ragtime Ramblers delight audiences at festivals and events of all types in the US and Canada with their trademark sound and high-energy stage show. Let the Ramblers take you down to New Orleans!
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Shannon Lee Trio
Date:
Saturday August 9th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
The Shannon Lee Trio blends powerhouse vocals, lead guitar, and driving bass into a dynamic mix of folk, rock, country, and originals. With decades of experience, they deliver rhythm, energy, and feel-good shows across the Lower Mainland.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Blackthorn Tree-O
Date:
Sunday August 10th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
Blackthorn’s extensive repertoire is rooted in the musical traditions of Scotland and Ireland as well as the folk music of English and French Canada. From lively jigs and reels, to songs with rousing choruses and heart-wrenching airs and ballads, they bring the music to life with their luscious harmonies and complex instrumentation.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Mark Hildebrand
Date:
Saturday August 16th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
An exciting solo acoustic act, Mark Hildebrand performs as a one-man band to entertain audiences with well loved classic rock tunes, country hits and blues influenced originals.
From Langley, BC, Mark has played on stages throughout North America, and has just released his third album, “Journeyman”.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
The Dimes
Date:
Sunday August 17th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
The Dimes are a group like no other. Their specialty is in all things throw-back, covering the most memorable songs from the most influential decades in music.
Their extensive repertoire means that they truly have something for everyone: Elvis and other 1950s Rock and Roll, 1960s Doo-woop with a focus girl groups including The Supremes, 1970s Disco and dance floor starters from ABBA and The Bee Gees, 1980s tunes from Prince and Cyndi Lauper, 1990s jams with favourites from Britney to Backstreet Boys and the early 2000s throwback music that everyone loves.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
North of Zero
Date:
Saturday August 23rd, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
North of Zero is a high-energy 6-piece cover band delivering feel-good hits from the ’80s to today.
With infectious stage presence and a crowd-pleasing mix of dance tunes, they’ll have you grooving, singing along, or dancing all night long.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Sue Breton
Date:
Sunday August 24th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
Sue Breton is a Canadian singer-songwriter known for rich vocals, heartfelt lyrics, and a magnetic stage presence.
From Nashville to BC’s biggest festivals, she brings humour and soul to every performance—earning national recognition with a FACTOR Artist Development Grant in 2021.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Beauty Shop Dolls
Date:
Saturday August 30th, 2025
Part of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
Beauty Shop Dolls are a retro girl group that bring dazzling vintage inspired sights and sounds to any special event!
Singing and dancing through classic music from the roaring 1920s, the swinging 1940s, and boppin’ 1950s and 60s radio hits, these dolls know how to woo any crowd into an old fashioned love affair.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Sister Todd
Date:
Sunday August 31st, 2025
The Final Event of the 2025 Cloverdale Station Summer Music Festival
Sister Todd is a seasoned Fraser Valley band known for their diverse mix of country, pop, rock, and old standards.
Formed in 2018 from casual jam sessions, they’ve evolved into a tight-knit crew playing pubs, parties, casinos, and community events across the Lower Mainland and beyond.
Set 1: 11AM
Set 2: 1PM
No Admission Fee.
Previous Events
Opening Day for the Sullivan Excursion
Date:
Sunday May 4th, 2025
About the Event:
Our 2025 season kicks off this weekend!
Sunday, May 4th will be the opening day for our 50-minute Sullivan Excursion Interurban ride! The Surrey Pipe Band will be here to pipe in the season’s first excursion , and the first train leaves the station at 10AM.
Local Singer/Songwriter Michelle Carlisle will be delighting guests on our Entertainment Patio.
Come on out and help us celebrate!
Opening Day for the Heritage Rail Adventure
Date:
Saturday May 3rd
About the Event:
Our 2025 season kicks off this weekend!
Join us on Saturday, May 3rd, for the first “Ride Everything” Heritage Rail Adventure of 2025. Enjoy live music from Lee & Rankin on the Cloverdale Station Entertainment patio.
Online ticket sales are now open—grab yours today!
2025 Volunteer Fair
Date:
Saturday April 5th, 2025
About the Event:
Have you ever wanted to step into the shoes of a Conductor, Ticket Master, or Passenger Attendant?
Now’s your chance! The FVHRS Volunteer Fair is your ticket to explore exciting volunteer opportunities. Whether you dream of operating an interurban railcar, sharing history with curious passengers, or being part of a vibrant community of railway enthusiasts, there’s a role for you. Join us and keep BC’s rail history on track!
Saturday April 5, 10AM-2PM
Learn more: fvhrs.org/volunteer
2024 Electric Express – Now Sold Out!
Date:
Saturday December 7th and Sunday December 8th, 2024
About the Event:
“Christmas in Cloverdale 100 Years Ago” – take a special trip on the Electric Express! The experience takes place in the station, where there is live music and carols, on a short train ride on our own track, followed by a visit to Father Christmas’s workshop in the Car Barn.
Total time approx. 50mins
Due to popular demand, tickets for the 2024 Electric Express are now sold out!
For more about the Electric Express, click here.
The Return of the Sullivan Excursion with Michelle Carlisle
Date:
Sunday September 8th, 2024
The Sullivan Excursion will be back on track this Sunday September 8th and will be running four excursions every SUNDAY for the remainder of our 2024 Operating Season.
Local Singer/Songwriter Michelle Carlisle will be delighting guests on our Entertainment Patio, and the first train leaves the station at 10AM.
Come on out and help us celebrate!
FVHRS is 100% Volunteer-run
We are actively looking for volunteers to help support the activities and operations of the society.
You don’t need to be an engineer to get involved! Click here to learn more.
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Want to go for a ride this year?
Tickets now available,
online only at
FVHRS.org/halloween/
This rail car at the Fraser Valley Heritage Railway Society will be raised for the next 12 - 24 months while the motor and other technical parts are restored to working order.
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Our Christmas experience, the Electric Express 2021, has sold out! Thank you to all who purchased tickets!
It’s really happening! We really are finally back on TRACK!
Rides on Surrey’s Heritage Rail will start on Saturday, September 4! We will run every Saturday until October 9. The 1225 Interurban will run four trips each Saturday from Cloverdale Station to Sullivan Station and back. This is approximately a 50-minute ride. In addition, you can also ride the Speeder on our Spur line.
We will also be hosting special Halloween Rides from Cloverdale Station to Sullivan Station on Saturday October 16 and Sunday October 17. More information to follow, watch this space!
This is a fun family experience! Bring the kids, and bring Grandma and Grandpa too, they may have stories from when they rode the rails. Experience Surrey’s 110-year-old heritage rail history!
We want to get the word out, please SHARE this post on your Facebook page!
Please visit our website for more information: www.fvhrs.org
Ticket prices here: https://fvhrs.org/ticket-info/
ALL TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED ONLINE
Purchase your tickets for the Cloverdale to Sullivan trip here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fvhrs-sept-4th-to-oct-9th-ride-surreys-heritage-rail-to-sullivan-station-tickets-163949442195
Purchase your tickets for the Speeder rides here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fvhrs-sept-4th-to-oct-9th-ride-fvhrs-speeder-on-our-own-spur-line-tickets-164198172153
Purchase your tickets for the Halloween Train here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/surreys-heritage-railway-halloween-train-sullivan-haunted-station-oct-16-tickets-166012159839
#fraservalleyheritagerail #surreysheritagerail #funfamilyexperience #fallevent #surreyfamilyevent
We missed the main car, but got a ride in the little speed car. What a great experience put on by the #fraservalleyheritagerailwaysociety #Cloverdale #railway #connaught #Sullivan #experience #brooksideinnabbotsford #boutiquehotel #romantic #reservation #heritage #honeymoon #hotel #abbotsford #agritourism #tourismabbotsford #tripadvisor
Take the Electric Express this Christmas! Get your tickets now before they sell out!
Shake the snow globe and travel back in time with the Electric Express to 1921. See the characters, hear the Christmas music, experience the stories of the Fraser Valley one hundred years ago.
Feel the magic of Christmas as we visit Father Christmas in his secret workshop. You will want to bring your whole family to enjoy our theatrical event that is sure to warm your heart and make you laugh.
This is a heritage railway theatrical experience that takes place on the train run on our 1/2-mile section of our track, with a destination visit to the secret workshop of Father Christmas. Please note the train does not run to Sullivan Station, it travels a short distance up our spur line and back to Father Christmas’s Secret Workshop. The Electric Express experience is approximately 50 minutes long.
This experience will set the scene for the start of a wonderful Christmas season.
Receive a souvenir button! Sat. Dec. 11 and Sun. Dec.12 - 4 trips each day.
All tickets must be purchased online at https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fvhrs-the-electric-express-2021-tickets-192761323307
More information at www.fvhrs.org
*Masks and proof of vaccination are required.
Please share this post with your friends! The Monster Express sold out last month, don`t miss this opportunity to get your tickets before they are gone!
STOP! and get your tickets for this Saturday! Conductor Colin says, bring the whole family! We`re kid friendly!
Tickets purchased online only.
Please visit our website for more information: www.fvhrs.org
Ticket prices here: https://fvhrs.org/ticket-info/
Purchase your tickets for the Cloverdale to Sullivan trip here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fvhrs-sept-4th-to-oct-9th-ride-surreys-heritage-rail-to-sullivan-station-tickets-163949442195
Purchase your tickets for the Speeder rides here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fvhrs-sept-4th-to-oct-9th-ride-fvhrs-speeder-on-our-own-spur-line-tickets-164198172153
Please share this post with your friends!
#fraservalleyheritagerail #surreysheritagerail #funfamilyexperience #fallevent #surreyfamilyevent
Spent a lovely morning with the volunteers at the Fraser Valley Heritage Railway Society last week. Nickel Bros raises the trains here to allow access to restore undercarriage parts like the motors and wheel assemblies. If you haven`t paid this site a visit, make sure it`s on your summer to-do list!
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The Monster Mash!
Tickets still available for this Saturday Sept. 11. Ride history on Surrey’s Heritage Railway Car 1225 from Cloverdale Station to Sullivan Station and back.
This is a fun family experience! Bring the kids and bring Grandma and Grandpa too! Please share this post with your friends!
Please visit our website for more information: www.fvhrs.org
Ticket prices here: https://fvhrs.org/ticket-info/
ALL TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED ONLINE
Purchase your tickets for the Cloverdale to Sullivan trip here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fvhrs-sept-4th-to-oct-9th-ride-surreys-heritage-rail-to-sullivan-station-tickets-163949442195
Purchase your tickets for the Speeder rides here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fvhrs-sept-4th-to-oct-9th-ride-fvhrs-speeder-on-our-own-spur-line-tickets-164198172153
#fraservalleyheritagerail #surreysheritagerail #funfamilyexperience #fallevent #surreyfamilyevent
A little bit of Nickel Bros heritage is now on display at the Fraser Valley Heritage Railway Society!
This train has been raised to allow for restoration of the motors and wheel assembly. Did you know that just one of these train cars has a total of 4 motors?? #OurPurposeIsToRepurpose
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On the Monster Express riding by the Witches Coven!
In 1913 this was rapid transit from Vancouver to Chilliwack and the track still exists from NWest to Wack - superior to current rapid transit to the Valley - 100 years behind it seems - this runs on weekend by the Heritage Railway Society #explorebc #electrictrain #railway #fraservalleyheritagerailway #train #cloverdale #surrey #traincrossing #vintagetrain #bcelectricrailway #car1225
Got your tickets for this Saturday’s (Sept. 4) ride on Surrey’s Heritage Railway from Cloverdale Station to Sullivan Station and back?! There`s still some left!
This is a fun family experience! Bring the kids and bring Grandma and Grandpa too!
Please visit our website for more information: www.fvhrs.org
Ticket prices here: https://fvhrs.org/ticket-info/
ALL TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED ONLINE
Purchase your tickets for the Cloverdale to Sullivan trip here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/fvhrs-sept-4th-to-oct-9th-ride-surreys-heritage-rail-to-sullivan-station-tickets-163949442195?fbclid=IwAR3AsflLMMdEzZyaofXVeM5ovhTm-RJZOS2GefKGzAxsX-mqIbHd5Q95bbQ
#fraservalleyheritagerail #surreysheritagerail #funfamilyexperience #fallevent #surreyfamilyevent
Our scenery is picturesque, & so are our trains. The fifth annual "Paint the Train" exhibit presented by the #FraserValleyHeritageRailwaySociety, the #artscouncilofsurrey , the artsnewwest , & the LangleyArtsOrg united the Fraser Valley in appreciation of our trains.
with Carol Girardi, Surrey Arts Council
Thank you to all the monsters, big and small, who made this year`s Monster Express such a sold out success! We could not have done this without our marvelous volunteers or you, our passengers! Looking forward to our next special event, the Electric Express! Stay tuned for information about a December theatrical event!
They`re Back on Track!
ADVENTURE SATURDAYS: The ever-popular Heritage Rail Adventure will be running four events every SATURDAY.
EXCURSION SUNDAYS: The beloved Sullivan Excursion will be available for four events every SUNDAY.
Let us welcome the Sullivan Excursion back starting Sunday September 8th – Get your tickets today!
fvhrs.org/
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It’s officially December! It’s time to get into the holiday spirit! Yesterday Miss BC Bremiella attended the Surrey Santa Parade of Lights in Cloverdale. Thank you Fraser Valley Heritage Railway Society for having her join your festive float. #missbcpageant #missbcpageant2019 #missbc #missbc2019 #cloverdale #surreysantaparadeoflights #fraservalleyheritagerailwaysociety
Thank you to everyone who has purchased tickets to the Monster Express! It is now sold out! However, you have one last chance to ride Surrey`s Heritage Rail this season, and that`s, this Saturday, October 9, we still have a few tickets left! All aboard!
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