All Aboard for a Mineral Wells Weekend Getaway
September in Mineral Wells carries a certain charm. The air shifts just enough to make you think of fall. And weekends brim with opportunities for slow-paced adventure and meaningful connection. Whether you’re traveling as a couple, planning a getaway with friends, or organizing a weekday retreat for your group, this season offers something memorable—and Magpie Inn is the perfect place to call home while you’re here.
Clark Gardens Train Show: A Sign of Fall
One of the local signs that fall is arriving is the annual Model Train Show at Clark Gardens Botanical Park. It’s just a short drive from Magpie Inn, and perfect carrying a picnic lunch. This year’s event takes place Saturday, August 30th (8:00 am–5:00 pm) and Sunday, August 31st (10:00 am–4:00 pm), 2025.
During this event, the gardens come alive with the sights and sounds of trains chugging through elaborate displays. Visitors of all ages are captivated as model locomotives weave through tunnels, bridges, and miniature towns. And it’s all surrounded by the natural beauty of Clark Gardens in late-summer bloom. The displays are the work of dedicated volunteers and collectors, a celebration of creativity and craftsmanship that makes this event a highlight for locals and visitors alike.
Blend nostalgia and beauty with strolling the pathways, pausing to watch the trains, and lingering by the ponds or shaded benches.
Gather Your Group for a Weekday Retreat
Mineral Wells has long been known for its restorative waters and relaxed pace, making it a natural destination for group getaways. Weekdays are especially appealing, when the town’s attractions feel almost like your own private retreat.
Women’s ministries, book clubs, and small leadership teams have found Magpie Inn to be a welcoming hub for gathering. Picture mornings around the table with a fresh breakfast. Then, afternoons exploring Clark Gardens or Lake Mineral Wells State Park. And finish off the evening back at the inn, sharing stories in the cozy game room or lingering on the porch.
Because the town is welcoming and walkable, groups can plan full itineraries without ever feeling hurried. Spa treatments, downtown shopping and a stroll past our murals make a perfect slow day. Or hike in Penitentiary Hollow and paddle Lake Mineral Wells for a bit more adventure.
Mineral Wells: America’s Best Small Spa + Wellness Town
This year, Travel & Leisure recognized what locals have long known—Mineral Wells is something special. The magazine named it the Best Small Spa + Wellness Town in America for 2025, spotlighting both its history as a healing destination and its renewed role as a hub for wellness travelers.
For guests at Magpie Inn, that recognition means you can build a weekend getaway that truly nourishes body and soul. Spend the morning at the Clark Gardens Train Show, then book an afternoon mineral soak or spa service. Or plan your group retreat to balance outdoor adventure with intentional rest.
Stay at Magpie Inn
At the end of each day, Magpie Inn offers a quiet landing place just a short walk from downtown. Our historic home is designed for comfort, conversation, and lingering mornings over coffee. Whether you’re here for the trains, the gardens, a group retreat, or simply to see why Mineral Wells has been named the nation’s best spa town, we’d love to welcome you.