Powerland Halloween - The Case of the Missing Autumn

A Halloween Mystery Is Waiting to Be Solved

This October, become part of Powerland Halloween’s sixth annual family adventure, filled with wonder, mystery, and no scares.

Something is wrong at the Oregon Trolley Museum. Autumn, the tiny fairy who brings Oregon its brilliant fall colors each year, has disappeared. Without her, the pumpkins are still white, the leaves are waiting for their autumn colors, and no one knows where she has gone.

Sherlock Holmes is certain he has solved the case. He thinks Ember the Dragon is responsible.

Lenora Holmes isn’t so sure.

Now they need you.

Board Powerland’s historic trolley and MAX car, follow the clues along the railway, explore the trolley museum, encounter curious characters, and see if your family can discover what really happened to Autumn.

This year, the adventure is more open-ended than ever. You choose where to investigate, what clues to follow, and what to believe.

Because at Powerland Halloween, the kids aren’t just watching the story.

They’re the detectives who solve it.

Plan Your Quest

Dates & Times

  • Event Dates: October 10, 11, 17, 18, 24, 25, and 31, 2026 .

     
  • Hours: 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

     
  • Pro Tip: Arrive early and plan for 2-3 hours to enjoy the full adventure.

Location & Parking

  • Where: Powerland Heritage Park.

     
  • Address: 3995 Brooklake Rd NE, Brooks, OR 97303. (I-5, Exit 263)

     
  • Parking: Plentyful and always free.

Your All-Inclusive Ticket

  • General (13+): $19.

     
  • Children (2-12): $15.

     
  • Young Detectives (Under 2): Free.

     
  • Includes: The trolley museum mystery adventure, a ride on a trolley, a ride on a MAX car, a visit to a model railroad museum, Kids Activity Center, and more! 

An Adventure Fueled
by Real Magic

Double Decker Trolley

Where Fantasy Gets Real

In a world of make-believe, the magic of Powerland Halloween is grounded in something real. As part of your adventure, you’ll get a short ride in the only remaining MAX car from Portland’s original fleet, and experience the rumble of history as you see an antique steam traction engine come alive!

The double-decker trolley you ride isn’t a theme park replica either; it’s a genuine historic streetcar that ran in the 1900s in Blackpool, England. And this is the first time in five years that you can ride on the second level during Powerland Halloween!

This is our promise to you: an adventure that sparks the imagination because its foundations are real. It’s a magic you can see, hear, and feel… an experience that connects your family’s story to Oregon’s rich history.

Dispatches from Past Adventures

"The girls had a blast! What a magical day! This was an experience they'll never forget!" ~ Amycait22 on Instagram
PDX Parent in Facebook Comment
“It’s going to be AWESOME! Love the creativity behind this fun event.” ~ PDX Parents
PDX Parent in Facebook Comment
Rated 5 out of 5

When a parent on a community forum asked if the event was good for a four-year-old, the response was an enthusiastic, “Yes absolutely! This is non-scary, and relatively slow paced. There were several young children in our group that were having lots of fun!”

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SkeletonS!

Those funny skeletons. They are playing a game of “guess that movie!” Can you guess what movie they are acting out?

Powerland Halloween Detective Story Quest

Story Quest

A fairy has disappeared, and Sherlock Holmes needs your help to find out what happened to her! Are you up to the challenge?

More Activities

Enjoy our indoor Kids’ Activity Center with games and activities for kids!  Create an art project! Visit a model railroad museum!

Powerland Halloween Cast

Your Adventure Helps Preserve Oregon's History

Powerland Halloween is more than just a magical day out; it’s an event with a mission. This entire adventure is designed and run by a dedicated all-volunteer team from the Oregon Electric Railway Historical Society. Every single dollar from your ticket purchase goes directly to the non-profit’s mission: to help preserve and restore the magnificent historic trolley cars, including ones that served our communities right here in Oregon.

When you join our adventure, you’re not just making memories; you’re becoming a part of Oregon’s living history. Thank you for your support.

Ride a Trolley!

Be a Detective!

Kids' Activities!

Save a Fairy!