Rainbow Express: The Colourful Ride to Rainbow Festival in Orange, NSW

All aboard the Rainbow Express: your colourful, joy‑filled journey to Rainbow Festival Orange 2026! This special return experience includes economy travel from Sydney to Orange, departing Friday 6 March at 7:15am and arriving at 12:05pm, with the return service leaving Sunday 8 March at 3:50pm and arriving back in Sydney at 8:45pm. The train will stop at Strathfield, Parramatta, Blacktown, Penrith, Katoomba and Mount Victoria if you are unable to get to Central. Each train ticket will receive a complimentary Pride Party ticket!

Your adventure begins the moment you step onboard. Enjoy lively entertainment hosted by our fabulous drag queen MC, featuring Drag Bingo, music, laughs and plenty of sparkle. Guests will be welcomed with a glass of local Orange sparkling wine and receive a selection of festival goodies to start the weekend in style.

Once in Orange, you’ll be free to explore the vibrant Rainbow Festival fringe events, including the beloved Rainbow Community Walk on Saturday 7 March (3:00pm–6:00pm). Your evening continues with the high‑energy Pride Party from 6:00pm–midnight, hosted by the iconic Haus of Drag Bingo. To make the most of your festival experience, we’ve put together some fun itinerary ideas so you can shape your perfect weekend in Orange. All Rainbow Festival events can be found here: Rainbow Festival - Orange City Council

Your festival adventure truly begins on the Rainbow Express.

Unfortunately, this particular train carriage isn’t accessible due to design limitations. There is, however, an accessible carriage on board if you need those facilities. You can visit Transport for NSW to purchase a ticket.