2013 Dates for Tweetsie Railroad Amusement Park in Blowing Rock NC

Tweetsie Railroad 2013 Season Dates © Katrena

Looking for a family-friendly amusement park nestled in the North Carolina mountains? Tweetsie Railroad offers a variety of rides, shows, and of course a train ride around the mountain at 300 Tweetsie Railroad Lane.

Petting Zoo at Tweetsie Railroad in NC © Katrena

Tweetsie is set to open their 2013 season on Friday, April 12. They are scheduled to be open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the following days:

• Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only from April 12 through May 27
• Memorial Day (Monday, May 27)
• Daily from May 31 through August 18, 2013
• Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only August 23 to November 3
• Labor Day (Monday, September 2)

Fun Family Activities in NC Mountains © Katrena

The Tweetsie Day Out With Thomas 2013 dates are May 31 to June 9.

Amusement Park Near Boone NC © Katrena

Extended hours in the evenings, with the amusement park open until 9:00 p.m. are scheduled for the following 2013 dates:

• July 4
• July 6
• July 13
• July 20
• July 27

Cowboy and Indian Show at Tweetsie © Katrena

Gates will open at 7:30 p.m. for the 2013 season of the Ghost Train Halloween Festival on Friday and Saturday nights from September 27 to November 2.

Ferris Wheel at Tweetsie Railroad Amusement Park © Katrena

Readers may wish to visit the Tweetsie official web site for directions, prices, and more information about the rides and any changes to the schedule. See Tweetsie Railroad - Ride the Rails and Enjoy Wild West Show for more pictures and information about the amusement park. See more of Katrena's travel blog articles at Travel NC With Kids and Love 2 Travel With Kids.