First Responders Day at New Hope Valley Railway Aug. 8 — touch-a-truck and ride a train

Date: Sat, Jul 18, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Venue: New Hope Valley Railway, Raleigh

Price: $16.45

Category: Community

New Hope Valley Railway, also known as Triangle’s Train, is at 3900 Bonsal Road, New Hill, North Carolina, which is just 24 miles to the southwest of Raleigh. On Saturday, August 8, 2026, New Hope Valley Railway is hosting First Responders Day from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Train rides will be at 10:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. Ride a train, but also experience Touch-a-Truck, where you can explore emergency vehicles. Apex Fire Department, Apex Police Department and Wake EMS will be onsite with their equipment. Meet local first responders, climb aboard their emergency vehicles, explore the equipment, and learn how these everyday heroes serve our community. Tickets: Adults (ages 13-59): $16.45 Children (Ages 2-12): $13.20 Seniors (Ages 60+): $15.37 Purchase tickets here.