Presented by The Carolwood Foundation & Garner Holt Productions
Saturday, October 3, 2026
AS THE MINE TRAIN THRU NATURE’S WONDERLAND RESTORATION NEARS COMPLETION, WE INVITE YOU TO HELP US CELEBRATE!
You are invited to join us for an exciting evening benefiting the Carolwood Foundation. Scheduled events include presentations by Walt’s granddaughter, Joanna Miller (sharing personal memories of experiencing the attraction with her grandfather), Disney Legend Bob Gurr, and Garner Holt (offering behind the scenes insights into the creation of the original attraction as well as the engine restoration), and a lively panel discussion with members of the Order of the Red Handkerchief (former Disneyland cast members who worked the attraction from 1956-1977).
Other guests that are scheduled to attend include Disney Legend Floyd Norman, former Imagineer Tania McKnight Norris, Johnny Whitaker, Javier Soto, and Caitlin McHugh. There will be a silent auction and a live auction that will include one-of-a-kind experiences!
Learn about the Mine Train attraction through 3 great panel discussions
• Tour Garner Holt Productions* • Exclusive Swag • VIP Guests •
• Great Food • Silent Auction • Live Auction • Specialty Drink •
CELEBRITY GUESTS
3 Great Ticket Levels to Choose From
Rainbow Caverns (Premier):
4:00 pm entrance, all of the above plus VIP reception hour, premier seating, exclusive premier giveaway.
Balancing Rocks (VIP):
5:00pm entrance, all of the above plus a tour of Garner Holt Productions, priority seating, exclusive VIP giveaway.
Twin Sisters (General Admission):
6:00pm entrance, dinner, panel discussion, event giveaways.
Git yerself to Redlands, CA!
Please note all event details, including times, dates, schedules, speakers, and planned activities, are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice. In the event of cancellation due to circumstances beyond our control, event organizers will make reasonable efforts to reschedule. Organizers shall not be liable for incidental expenses incurred by attendees, including travel or lodging.
*Tour included with ticket levels 1 and 2 only