Cloverdale Station’s free summer music fest is back, featuring live weekend shows and a new station master at the helm. Don’t miss the fun!
Music and Community Take Center Stage
If your weekends feel a bit too quiet, Cloverdale Station has the perfect fix. The Summer Music Festival is back—and it’s better than ever. Kicking off June 28 and running every Saturday and Sunday, this two-month celebration is filling the historic train platform with vibrant sounds, enthusiastic visitors, and a whole lot of small-town charm.
What makes it even sweeter? It’s completely free. Thanks to a generous grant from the City of Surrey, the Fraser Valley Heritage Railway Society (FVHRS) is once again inviting the public to enjoy a variety of live performances without spending a dime.
Back by Popular Demand
“This is our best season yet,” said Allen Aubert, secretary of FVHRS. And judging by the packed platform, he’s not exaggerating. The music fest, now in its second year, features two live sets each day—one at 11 a.m. and another at 1 p.m.—with different performers taking the stage each weekend.
No train ticket? No problem! The festival is open to everyone, not just passengers. So whether you’re riding the rails or just strolling by, you’re welcome to stop in and soak up the good vibes.
For the full performance lineup, visitors can check out the schedule on the FVHRS website.
A Welcome Return
After a quiet stretch during COVID, the railway is buzzing again—not just with tunes, but with people. Senior groups are back, families are flocking in, and both the Saturday on-site Adventure and Sunday Sullivan Excursion are fully booked well in advance.
Since the season began on May 3, Aubert says the heritage railway has been at capacity every weekend, with bookings coming in weeks ahead of time.
Meet Cloverdale’s Newest Station Master
The festival isn’t the only headline out of Cloverdale Station. There’s a new face wearing the green cap of responsibility.
Lyn Benn has officially joined the team of six dedicated station masters after completing months of training. On July 12, she received her signature green hat, marking her full certification.
“Station masters oversee it all,” explained Aubert. “They manage the volunteers, the visitors, and ensure everything runs smoothly at the station.”
More Than Just a Train Ride
The Fraser Valley Heritage Railway Society doesn’t just operate a train. They bring history to life across what they now call the Cloverdale Heritage Railway Campus, which includes the Restoration Car Barn at Hwy 10 and 176A Street.
From the sounds of live music to the hum of restored railcars, there’s a sense that something special is happening at Cloverdale Station—and you’re invited.
Want to join the fun this weekend? Head over to Cloverdale Station, grab a seat on the platform, and let the music move you.
