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

Days for this event in 2024 are Saturdays and Sundays, November 29th (Black Friday), 30th, December 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, and 23rd.

Trips take place at 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 4pm, 5pm and 6pm. Plan to arrive a minimum of 30 minutes before your scheduled trip.

For more information please visit the Illinois Railway Museum’s website.