A Bedford Family Connection adventure inspired by “We’re Going on a Bear Hunt”
We’re going on a Holiday Walkabout, We’re going to see some lights so bright! What a beautiful evening — We’re not scared!
(Each stop earns a passport stamp — collect them all for a festive prize!)
1. Bedford Depot
Start your adventure here!
Peek inside the historic B&M Railcar, say hello to the Friends of Depot Park, and grab your Holiday Passport.
Maybe sip on some warm cocoa or cider while the train lights twinkle.
Choo choo! All aboard for holiday fun!
2. Express Pizza
A cozy stop for a bite! Grab a slice, say hello to the crew, and get your second stamp.
We can’t go over it… we can’t go under it… We’ll have to go in and eat it!
3. Narrow Gauge Rail Trail
Walk off your pizza and enjoy the scenic stroll under the winter sky.
Maybe follow signs with fun rhymes or QR codes for families to “read along” the story.
Crunch, crunch, crunch, crunch! Through the snowy trail we go!
✨ Optional Stops on Great Road Make it your own mini holiday adventure:
Cupcakes or Cookies – local bakery or pop-up treat table
Barks & Bubbles – festive stop for furry friends
Crafted Together – make a mini ornament or shop artisan gifts
We’re not just walking… we’re exploring Bedford magic!
4. Holiday Artisan’s Market & Annual Tree Lighting
Arrive at the Bedford Common in time for the market and the big tree lighting!
Collect your final stamp and drop your completed passport for a holiday raffle entry.
Look at those lights twinkle and glow — we made it, ho ho ho!
5. Ride Back to the Depot!
Hop on the Bedford Charter “Holiday Shuttle” back to the Depot.
Sing along:
The wheels on the bus go round and round, Back to the Depot, safe and sound!