Embark on a magical 40 minute train ride through the winter countryside with Santa Claus himself!
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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
Gifts will be given to children on Santa’s “good list”
Holiday lights display at the boarding area including the biggest and brightest Christmas tree in McHenry County
Brand new for 2021: our indoor, heated Model Railroad Exhibit
See historic trains in the museum’s display barns 6, 7 and 9
Rides on historic Chicago streetcars included with your ticket
Free parking
Start a new Christmas tradition with your family this year!
Days for this event are Saturdays and Sundays, November 26th (Black Friday), 27th, 28th, December 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th, and 19th. Trips take place at 11:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 5pm and 6pm. (Rides at other times on all dates may be added later based on demand). Parking lot opens 30 minutes before the first trip and closes 30 minutes after the last trip returns. Plan to arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled trip. Ticket prices are $20 per ticket. Everyone past their second birthday must have a ticket. Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable, all ticket sales are final. Many display buildings and portions of the museum grounds will not be open for this event. Parking is free.
The train ride will leave from the historic 1851 East Union Depot. Santa will ride the train with you. Hot chocolate and cookies will be available. Display Barns 6, 7, and 9 will be open. Additionally, streetcars will be in operation on our Trolley Loop, and our brand new Model Railroad exhibit will be open in the heated Multi-Purpose Building. Click here for a property map.
Tickets are available online. If you are unable to print your tickets at home, bring a copy of your order confirmation email to the museum store where you will check in for your ride.
Join us for the most exciting holiday train in the greater Chicago area! All Aboard!
