Happy Holiday Railway

Looking for an amazing and enchanting way for your family to spend time with Santa? Come ride the Illinois Railway Museum’s Happy Holiday Railway!

Embark on a magical 40 minute train ride through the winter countryside with Santa Claus himself!

-Enjoy a 40-minute train ride for the whole family
-See and visit with Santa Claus on the train
-Treats and hot chocolate will be served
-An animated light show and holiday song presentation entertain you during your train trip
-Gifts will be given to children on Santa’s “good list”
-Holiday lights will be on display throughout the campus including a spectacular animated snow plow display
-New for 2024: an awe-inspiring holiday light tour throughout Barn 6 available for viewing day or night
-Visit our indoor, heated Model Railroad Exhibit
-See historic trains in the museum’s display barns 3, 7 and 9
-Rides on historic Chicago streetcars are included with your ticket
-Free parking

Hours:
11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5pm and 6pm.

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