December 5th, 6th, 7th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd
INDIANA CHRISTMAS TRAIN
Christmas-themed passenger train excursions with Santa Claus departing Pleasant Lake, Indiana
TRAIN DATES
Summary
ITINERARY
FRIDAYS
Departures at 6:45 PM
SATURDAYS
Departures at 12:00 PM, 2:15 PM, 4:30 PM, and 6:45 PM
SUNDAYS
Departures at 12:00 PM, 2:15 PM, and 4:30 PM
MONDAY, DECEMBER 23rd
Departure at 6:45 PM
Parking
Boarding & ADA Parking
TICKET PRICES
Ticket offerings include individual seats, family packages, table seating, 21-and-over experiences, private suites, and more. Select first class and above tickets include seasonal refreshments, holiday treats, and a commemorative gift.
Christmas Class
$35 – $45
(Children & Adults)
Christmas Cocktail Class
$69
(Ages 21+ only)
First Class Lounge
$89 – $90
First Class Table Seating
$180 – $249
(Seats 2–4 guests)
First Class Private Suite
$179 – $279
(Seats 2–3 guests)
Private Lounge & Pullman Cars
$1,200 – $1,700
(Accommodates 15–19 guests)
INDIANA CHRISTMAS TRAIN
THE EXPERIENCE
The Indiana Christmas Train is a magical new holiday tradition for families, friends, and festive spirits alike!
Ticket sales begin August 20th at 6:00 PM. Refresh this page at that time and join our mailing list for a reminder and direct access to ticket sales. Member pre-sales begin August 19th.
Departing from Pleasant Lake, Indiana, this roundtrip of approximately 90 minutes passes through the winter countryside and includes a visit from Santa aboard every train, live music, cozy holiday vibes, and experiences customized for children and adults, including a special 21-and-over Cocktail Class.
Young passengers are invited to take part in a cheerful holiday scavenger hunt, spotting reindeer, elves, and Christmas surprises tucked along the winter landscape during the ride.
Travelin’ Toms Coffee will also be on hand, serving hot chocolate and seasonal drinks at the Pleasant Lake station.
First Class tickets include complimentary light refreshments and holiday treats, and a commemorative gift. Additional amenities are included where listed.
This excursion is a fundraiser operated by the volunteers of the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society. Your patronage supports our ongoing rail preservation and community enrichment efforts. All proceeds support local railroad preservation.
THE OFFERINGS
Deluxe Coach, First Class, Cocktail Class, and Private Car tickets are available for this event. Children three years of age and younger who do not occupy a seat ride free in Deluxe Coach only.
All tickets are individually priced unless specifically referenced or otherwise marked as Family Packages, Couples, Table, Couch, Suite, etc. ADA-specific seats are available in Deluxe Coach only.
Our Christmas Cocktail Class includes a cash bar. This amenity is only available for responsible guests 21 years of age or older who purchase tickets in Cocktail Class and cannot be accessed by guests in other classes.
Passengers may bring their own personal food and non-alcoholic drinks. Pets are not permitted, but service animals are welcome.
THE FINE PRINT
Ticket prices as shown do not include processing fees. Tickets are automatically emailed to passengers upon checkout and are not sent via any other means. Guests are advised to double-check their email address for accuracy before completing their purchase, and to check their spam or junk mail folder if they don’t see the confirmation email and to communicate with the ticket agent using the purchasing email and not an alternate address.
Parking, boarding, and safety information is included with every purchase confirmation. Your review of this information is essential to ensuring an enjoyable experience.
Passengers wishing to travel together should book their tickets as part of the same reservation and under the same name. Refunds or exchanges are only available 30 days or more before travel. In place of refunds, credits for future travel and experiences are offered. Due to their historic nature, only select cars are ADA accessible.
By traveling with us, you agree to our terms and conditions.
ACCOMMODATIONS
DELUXE COACH
$25.00 – $35.00
$135.00 – Family Package
- Deluxe Coach seating in the Collinsville Inn, Franklin Inn, and New York Central No. 2568
- Full climate-control
- Semi-reclined chairs in
- Collinsville Inn and Franklin Inn
- Walkover seats featured in New York Central No. 2568
- Open vestibules
- ADA accommodations and restrooms
- Children three and under who do not occupy a seat and babes in arms ride free
FIRST CLASS FAMILY PACKAGE
$249.00
- First Class table for a family of four passengers in Silver Diner, a 1950s dining car
- Full climate-control
- Complimentary refreshments, holiday treats, and commemorative ornament
CHRISTMAS COCKTAIL CLASS
$69.00
- For guests 21-and-over only
- Enjoy seasonal drinks and refreshments from our cash bar during your journey
- Lounge, chair, and sofa-style seating in Lawton Park
- Complimentary light refreshments and holiday treats
- Electric fireplaces and heat
- ADA restroom
PACIFIC ISLAND
$89 – $249.00
- First Class Lounge, Couch, or Table accommodations in Pacific Island, a 1950s lounge/sleeper
- Full climate-control
- Includes complimentary light refreshments and holiday treats, and a commemorative gift
- Restrooms in suites and the lounge
- Entire lounge is available for charter and can host approximately 15 guests. Inquiries can be made by contacting the ticket agent.
PACIFIC ISLAND PRIVATE SUITES
$179 – $279.00
- First Class private suite accommodations in Pacific Island, a 1950s lounge/sleeper
- Ideal for couples, families, or passengers with sensory processing needs in groups of 2-4.
- A single suite ticket accommodates all guests in the group, with different suites capable of hosting diverse-sized groups.
- Full climate-control
- Includes complimentary light refreshments and holiday treats, and a commemorative gift
- Restrooms in suites and lounge
PULLMAN COUPLES TABLE
$150.00
- Couples Table accommodations for two guests in Kitchi Gammi, a 1920s Pullman built for the Nickel Plate Road
- Each ticket purchase will board and seat two guests at their own private table
- Includes complimentary light refreshments and holiday treats, and a commemorative gift
- Restrooms available on board
- Full climate control
PULLMAN LOUNGE SEAT
$95.00
- Lounge accommodations in Kitchi Gammi Club, a 1920s Pullman built for the Nickel Plate Road
- Includes complimentary light refreshments and holiday treats, and a commemorative gift
- Restrooms are available on board
- Full climate control
- Entire lounge is available for charter and can accommodate 10 guests. Inquiries can be made by contacting the ticket agent.
PRIVATE PULLMAN CAR
$1,500
- Private car accommodations for up to 15 guests aboard the Roanoke, a private Pullman business car originally built for the Norfolk & Western Railway
- Includes light refreshments
- Ideal for large families, groups, or small businesses
- Children permitted
- Full climate control
- Dining room seating
- Solarium lounge seating
- Restrooms in suites
- Catering kitchen available
SCENES FROM OUR EXCURSIONS
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