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Showing posts with label Train Rides Chester County. Show all posts

Train Rides With Santa in the Philadelphia Area

                    

Make some holiday memories take a train ride with your family and Santa or even hop on the Polar Express.  Order your tickets early because many of these experiences sell out early.


December 5th - 23rd

All aboard for Strasburg Rail Road's Night Before Christmas Train! Passengers aboard this train enjoy the childlike anticipation of Christmas Eve, recall the old-fashioned nostalgia of Christmas past, and delight in the magic of an authentic steam train during the holidays.


Santa’s Paradise Express

November 26th- December 24th

A Christmas tradition since 1959, Strasburg Rail Road welcomes a very special visitor every November and December. That’s right, Santa himself will climb aboard the historic steam train to greet families as they travel down the tracks to Paradise, PA and back. As a special treat, children ages 11 and under will receive a gift from Santa and his helper during this nostalgic 45-minute steam train ride.



December 2nd -23rd

Santa is stepping out of his busy workshop to take an extraordinary trolley ride aboard the Strasburg Rail Road this Christmas season! Make your child's visit with Santa an especially unique memory to be cherished for a lifetime.


Nov 20, 21, 26, 27, 28
Dec 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19
11AM, 1PM, 3PM
Additional 5PM departures: Dec 4, 11, 12, 18, 19
       
All aboard Santa's Express! Join Santa for a 75-minute journey on our heated decorated train through the Chester Creek Valley. Santa will be greeting everyone at Market Street Station and then going along for the ride to Glen Mills and return. Santa will be visiting all passengers while on the train. Make sure you bring your holiday lists with you so Santa can check them twice! Passengers will also enjoy live entertainment onboard from Greg Wright and friends!



 November 26th  - December 19th

Why stand in line at the mall and wait to see Santa when you can ride our train and have Santa come to you? The Jolly Old Elf himself rides the train, greets everyone on board, and gives all children a chocolate treat. Be sure to bring your camera and have Santa pose for pictures with your child during this 1½-hour round-trip to Ashland.


December 10th - 30th

Experience the magic of riding aboard our festively decorated, 100-year-old heated coaches, each of which is covered in thousands of holiday lights! Many of our trackside neighbors also decorate their homes and yards for our passengers to enjoy during this 1-hour evening trip through the Red Clay Valley.

Train Rides With Santa in the Philadelphia Area




Make some holiday memories take a train ride with your family and Santa or even hop on the Polar Express.  Order your tickets early because many of these experiences sell out.




Night Before Christmas Train

December 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 15th, 18th, 19th, 20th,21st, and 22nd

This very unique train recreates the excitement and anticipation of Christmas Eve. A reader dressed in a Victorian nightshirt and cap will read Clement Clarke Moore's classic poem, The Night Before Christmas, as passengers enjoy cookies and milk as the train rolls along. After the train ride, children are also treated to storybook readings of holiday classics aboard our Caboose (stationary) and visitors of all ages can enjoy a ride aboard the Tinsel Trolley, a self-propelled motor car.



Santa’s Paradise Express

November 23rd - December 22nd

Santa himself will climb aboard and visit with families as they travel down the tracks to Paradise, PA, and back.




Nov 23, 24, 29, 30
Dec 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22
11AM, 1PM, 3PM
Additional 5PM departures: Dec 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22

All aboard Santa's Express! Join Santa for a 90-minute journey on our heated decorated train through the Chester Creek Valley. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be greeting everyone at Market Street Station and then going along for the ride to Glen Mills. Once at Glen Mills passengers can disembark and explore the historic station. There are plenty of photo opportunities on Santa's lap inside the station. Remember your cameras! Upon return to West Chester, all passengers receive treats from Santa!





Trips run November 29,30 December 1,6,7,8,13,14,15,20,21,22

Inspired by the run-away hit movie produced by Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc. and the award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, this holiday favorite comes to life as you and your family take a ride on The Polar Express.
Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, families are sure to enjoy their trip complete with hot chocolate and cookies served on board the train. Passengers will then be entertained by a reading of the Polar Express. Santa will greet the children and each child will receive their own sleigh bell, just like in the movie, to those who BELIEVE.
Experience the joy of singing songs with our roaming hobos, be amazed at our Juggling Chef and make your wishes in person to Santa himself!



Santa Claus Express
Saturdays and Sundays November 29th  - December 23rd

Why stand in line at the mall and wait to see Santa, when you can ride our train and have Santa come to you? The Jolly Old Elf himself rides the train and greets everyone on board, and gives all children a chocolate treat. Be sure to bring your camera and have Santa pose for pictures with your child during this 1½-hour round-trip to Ashland.

Train Rides With Santa in the Philadelphia Area




Make some holiday memories take a train ride with your family and Santa or even hop on the Polar Express.  Order your tickets early because many of these experiences sell out.




Night Before Christmas Train

November 30th
December 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th, 15th, 19th, 20th and  21st and 22nd

This very unique train recreates the excitement and anticipation of Christmas Eve. A reader dressed in a Victorian nightshirt and cap will read Clement Clarke Moore's classic poem, The Night Before Christmas, as passengers enjoy cookies and milk as the train rolls along. After the train ride, children are also treated to storybook readings of holiday classics aboard our Caboose (stationary) and visitors of all ages can enjoy a ride aboard the Tinsel Trolley, a self-propelled motor car.



Santa’s Paradise Express

November 23rd - December 22nd

Santa himself will climb aboard and visit with families as they travel down the tracks to Paradise, PA, and back.




Nov 17, 18, 23, 24, 25
Dec 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23
11AM, 1PM, 3PM
Additional 5PM departures: Dec 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23

All aboard Santa's Express! Join Santa for a 90-minute journey on our heated decorated train through the Chester Creek Valley. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be greeting everyone at Market Street Station and then going along for the ride to Glen Mills. Once at Glen Mills passengers can disembark and explore the historic station. There are plenty of photo opportunities on Santa's lap inside the station. Remember your cameras! Upon return to West Chester, all passengers receive treats from Santa!





Trips run November 23,24,25, 30 
December 1,2,7,8,9,14,15,16

Inspired by the run-away hit movie produced by Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc. and the award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, this holiday favorite comes to life as you and your family take a ride on The Polar Express.
Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, families are sure to enjoy their trip complete with hot chocolate and cookies served on board the train. Passengers will then be entertained by a reading of the Polar Express. Santa will greet the children and each child will receive their own sleigh bell, just like in the movie, to those who BELIEVE.
Experience the joy of singing songs with our roaming hobos, be amazed at our Juggling Chef and make your wishes in person to Santa himself!




Saturdays and Sundays November 25th  - December 23rd

Why stand in line at the mall and wait to see Santa, when you can ride our train and have Santa come to you? The Jolly Old Elf himself rides the train and greets everyone on board, and gives all children a chocolate treat. Be sure to bring your camera and have Santa pose for pictures with your child during this 1½-hour round-trip to Ashland.

Train Rides With Santa in the Philadelphia Area




Make some holiday memories take a train ride with your family and Santa or even hop on the Polar Express.  Order your tickets early because many of these experiences sell out early.


Night Before Christmas Train

November 30th
December 1st, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th  21st and 22nd

This very unique train recreates the excitement and anticipation of Christmas Eve. A reader dressed in a Victorian nightshirt and cap will read Clement Clarke Moore's classic poem, The Night Before Christmas, as passengers enjoy cookies and milk as the train rolls along. After the train ride, children are also treated to storybook readings of holiday classics aboard our Caboose (stationary) and visitors of all ages can enjoy a ride aboard the Tinsel Trolley, a self-propelled motor car.


Santa’s Paradise Express

November 24th - December 17th



Santa himself will climb aboard and visit with families as they travel down the tracks to Paradise, PA, and back.
November 18, 19, 24, 25, 26
Dec 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23
11AM, 1PM, 3PM
Additional 5PM departures on Dec 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23

All aboard Santa's Express! Join Santa for a 90-minute journey on our heated decorated train through the Chester Creek Valley. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be greeting everyone at Market Street Station and then going along for the ride to Glen Mills. Once at Glen Mills passengers can disembark and explore the historic station. There are plenty of photo opportunities on Santa's lap inside the station. Remember your cameras! Upon return to West Chester, all passengers receive treats from Santa!

The Polar Express on The Delaware River Railroad

Trips run November 24,25,26 
December 1,2,3,8,9,10,15,16,17
Friday 6 & 8 pm, Saturday 2,4,6,& 8 pm, Sunday 2,4,6 pm
Inspired by the run-away hit movie produced by Warner Bros. Entertainment, Inc. and the award-winning book by Chris Van Allsburg, this holiday favorite comes to life as you and your family take a ride on The Polar Express.
Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, families are sure to enjoy their trip complete with hot chocolate and cookies served on board the train. Passengers will then be entertained by a reading of the Polar Express. Santa will greet the children and each child will receive their own sleigh bell, just like in the movie, to those who BELIEVE.
Experience the joy of singing songs with our roaming hobos, be amazed at our Juggling Chef and make your wishes in person to Santa himself!

Saturdays and Sundays between Thanksgiving and Christmas 
10:30 a.m. (Dec. 16 ONLY),
12:30 & 2:30 p.m.
Why stand in line at the mall and wait to see Santa, when you can ride our train and have Santa come to you? The Jolly Old Elf himself rides the train and greets everyone on board, and gives all children a chocolate treat. Be sure to bring your camera and have Santa pose for pictures with your child during this 1½-hour round-trip to Ashland.

Day Out With Thomas on the Strasburg Rail Road



June 14, 2014-June 22, 2014


Thomas the Tank Engine is set to roll into Strasburg Rail Road for Day Out With Thomas. All Thomas fans are invited to spend the day with their favorite Train from June 14 through June 22. This event will include activities and excitement for the whole family. There are lots of family friendly activities to do while at the Strasburg Rail Road

 · Storytelling and video viewing

 · Ride on the Cagney, a miniature steam train

 · “Steer” the pint-sized Cranky Cars around a track

 · Ride Strasburg Rail Road’s hand-powered Pump Car

 · Shop a large selection of Thomas merchandise, including toys, books, railway sets, DVD’s, apparel and more

 The train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine will depart every 30 minutes, rain or shine. Check www.StrasburgRailRoad.com for specific train times.

Advanced ticket purchase is recommended. Ticket prices are $19 for ages 2 and up (service charges and fees may apply). Purchase tickets for Day Out With Thomas:by calling Ticket Web toll-free at 866-468-7630, or by visiting www.ticketweb.com or www.StrasburgRailRoad.com.


  Check out Fun Things review of the Strasburg Rail Road, hotel and other activities in the Lancaster area.

 For more information and directions contact the Strasburg Rail Road at 717-687-7522 or www.StrasburgRailRoad.com.

Day Out With Thomas on the Strasburg Railroad


November 22-24

Thomas the Tank Engine is set to roll into Strasburg Rail Road for Day Out With Thomas. All Thomas fans are invited to spend the day with their favorite Train from November 22-24. This event will include activities and excitement for the whole family. There are lots of family friendly activities to do while at the Strasburg Rail Road

 · Storytelling and video viewing

 · Ride on the Cagney, a miniature steam train

 · “Steer” the pint-sized Cranky Cars around a track

 · Ride Strasburg Rail Road’s hand-powered Pump Car

 · Shop a large selection of Thomas merchandise, including toys, books, railway sets, DVD’s, apparel and more

 The train ride with Thomas the Tank Engine will depart every 30 minutes, rain or shine. Check www.StrasburgRailRoad.com for specific train times.

Advanced ticket purchase is recommended. Ticket prices are $19 for ages 2 and up (service charges and fees may apply). Purchase tickets for Day Out With Thomas:by calling Ticket Web toll-free at 866-468-7630, or by visiting http://www.ticketweb.com or www.StrasburgRailRoad.com.


  Check out Fun Things review of the Strasburg Rail Road, hotel and other activities in the Lancaster area.

 For more information and directions contact the Strasburg Rail Road at 717-687-7522 or www.StrasburgRailRoad.com.

Great Pumpkin Express on the West Chester Rail Road

West Chester Railroad

Great Pumpkin Express



Great Pumpkin Express!
Sat and Sun Oct 19, 20 & 26, 27
12 PM & 2 PM


Take a 90 minute round trip train ride along the Chester Creek Valley on our 'spooky' train from West Chester to Glen Mills, PA and return. Passengers enjoy great fall scenery from our heated train, on board entertainment, and everyone gets treats (and maybe even some tricks) from our ghoulish train crew. Not too scary for the little ones!

Oct 19, 20, 26, 27
12 PM & 2 PM
Adults - $22.00
Children (ages 2-12) - $16.00
Toddlers (9mo-23mo) - $6.00
For more information: www.westchesterRR.com 

Vintage Baseball on the Strasburg Rail Road



Play Ball 19th Century Style

Vintage Baseball Comes to Strasburg Rail Road – May 4

 America’s favorite pastime is coming to America’s oldest short line railroad - Strasburg Rail Road. The Keystone Base Ball Club of Harrisburg is set to compete against other clubs within the Mid-Atlantic Vintage Base Ball League during a special event on May 4, 2013. Between noon and 4:00 p.m., spectators travel by train to Verdant View Farm along the Strasburg Rail Road line to cheer on history’s grand old game.
The teams competitively re-enact 19th century base ball (two words back in the day), following the rules as they were in 1864.  Wearing long-sleeved, white button-down shirts and trousers, the teams take to the field without gloves, catcher’s masks or batting helmets.  While competitive in nature, the game promotes camaraderie, exercise and pure love of the sport.

Trains will depart hourly from the historic East Strasburg Station with an exclusive stop at Verdant View Farm during the return trip. Passengers wishing to watch the game will stroll through a small stretch of farmland to the ball field.  Tickets for the game are as follows: Adults (ages 12+) $5.00 plus train ticket, children (3 – 11) $3.00 plus train ticket.

Tournament Schedule:
Elkton Eclipse vs. Harrisburg Keystones @ Noon
Flemington Neshanock vs. Philadelphia Athletic @Noon
Consolation Game @ 2:00 p.m.
Championship Game @ 3:00 p.m.




For more information  www.strasburgrailroad.com

Location:   Strasburg Rail Road, 301 Gap Road, Ronks, PA 17572

This event is appropriate for  the whole family

Cost: Adults (ages 12+) $5.00 plus train ticket, children (3 – 11) $3.00 plus train ticket.

Easter Bunny Train on the Strasburg Rail Road


Here Comes Peter Cottontail



Hoppin’ Down the Strasburg Rails




Hop into the season with an Easter tradition at the Strasburg Rail Road. Travel with Peter Cottontail as an authentic steam train takes you on a 45-minute journey from the East Strasburg Station to Paradise, Pa. and back. Also enjoy a ride on our miniature steam train, or steer the Cranky Cars around a track. For a look behind-the-scenes take a tour of the Mechanical Shop where trains are built and refurbished. For a special treat, tempt your taste buds in our Dining Car, our Trackside Restaurant or pack your own lunch for an Easter picnic at Groff’s Grove.

When: Friday, March 29th, Saturday, March 30th, Easter Sunday, March 31st

Where: Strasburg Rail Road, Rt. 741 East, Strasburg, Pa 17579. For advanced tickets, go to www.StrasburgRailRoad.com or call (717) 687-7522.

The Easter Bunny is visiting West Chester Railroad


EASTER BUNNY EXPRESS

March 23rd & March 24th and March 30th - 12PM & 2PM







The Easter Bunny is visiting West Chester Railroad.

'Hop' on board the West Chester Railroad and take a 90 minute round trip along the beautiful Chester Creek from West Chester to historic Glen Mills village. The Easter Bunny will be on board our heated decorated train handing out treats to all passengers!



During our stop at Glen Mills there will be plenty of opportunities for you to take a brief photo with the Easter Bunny. Be sure to bring your camera!



Greg Wright will be playing banjo and singing all of your favorite Easter songs. He also takes song requests, so don't be shy!



Adults - $20 | Children (ages 2-12) - $15 | Toddlers - $6



For more information and order ticketshttp://westchesterrr.com/


Location: Trains Depart Market Street Station west Chester PA


This event is appropriate for the whole family