Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad is a treasure in Flint & Genesee and has become a destination for both learning and fun. The village itself is made up of over 30 buildings from the 19th century that have been restored to how they historically appeared, and each one offers a fascinating look back in time at what life was like in 1800s America. Among the many buildings in the village are a sawmill, dentist office, opera house, ice cream parlor, one-room schoolhouse, church, and many homes. Circling the village is the Huckleberry Railroad, a 19th Century steam locomotive that patrons can ride to see the structures as well as nearby C.S. Mott Lake, the city of Genesee, and acres of forest and wetlands.
Crossroads Village offers learning experiences with the opportunity to see life from an era that can otherwise only be read about. Buildings that once housed trades offer demonstrations to give a better understanding of how things used to be done so long ago and how much things have changed. There is fun to be had as well at Crossroads, with entertainment at the opera house and rides on the Ferris wheel or the ornate carousel.
The holidays are an exciting time at Crossroads Village. Each Halloween season, the village is taken over by ghosts and goblins, allowing children the chance to trick-or-treat and get some good-natured shivers from the spooky atmosphere. Christmas time has also become beloved at Crossroads as the entire village is lit by thousands of lights for families to walk or drive through, getting everyone in the holiday spirit.
There is a lot to see and do at Crossroads Village, especially during one of their many special events.
July 6-7 – Touch a Truck
Let the kids see and touch vehicles like replicas of a truck from the film “Jurrasic Park”, the Mystery Machine from “Scooby Doo,” and more. There will even be radio-controlled car races to cheer on.
July 13-14 – Apprentice Weekend
Learn from the village’s artisans and create projects that can be taken home.
July 19 – Grapes and Grooves
A summer evening of music, drinks, and delicious food as you see the village by night.
August 3-4 – 42nd Annual Railfans Weekend
Calling all train lovers! This weekend is especially for train enthusiasts as the village celebrates their Huckleberry Railroad with tours, model railway layouts, and much more.
August 10-11 – Mystery Weekend
Attention sleuths! This is your weekend. Put yourself in the role of detective as you try to solve a mystery in the village, with all the correct answers being entered into a drawing for a prize.
August 16-18 and 23-25 – Day Out with Thomas: Bubble Tour
Thomas the Tank Engine is coming back to Crossroads Village. Children can enjoy an interactive train ride with the beloved train, watch live entertainment, enjoy some bubble fun, and even breakfast with Sir Topham Hatt with a ticket add-on.
August 31 – September 2 – Saying Goodbye to Summer: Closing Weekend
The summer season at Crossroads ends with one last chance to see the village, shop, and stroll through history before the park closes for the season and transitions to the fall and winter holidays.
Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad is one of the gems of Flint & Genesee; a place where history is alive and well and welcomes everyone. You're in for a visit you won’t forget.
Crossroads Village and Huckleberry Railroad
Genesee County's fascinating history comes to life in this restored, working community of Crossroads... Read More
