WORLD WAR II WEEKEND

Rolling Victory returns during a living-history weekend

TRAIN DATES

September 5th & 6th

SUMMARY

Experience World War II by rail during an unforgettable weekend of steam-powered excursions, battlefield reenactments, big band music, military encampments, and authentic railroad operations in historic Pleasant Lake, Indiana.

TICKET PRICES

Victory Flyer (Shuttle Train)
$15.00 – $20.00
Battlefield Train
$30.00
Twilight Limited (Sunset Excursion)
$65 – $225.00
Dawn Patrol (Brunch Train)
$85 – $225.00

Parking & Boarding

Victory Flyer departures
611 West Maumee, Angola, Indiana

Battlefield Trains, Twilight Limited & Dawn Patrol departures

1469 West Main Street, Pleasant Lake, Indiana

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SCHEDULE

Friday

9:00 AM – 4:00 PM —WWII reenactor staging and camp setup day, followed by social hour. Open only to volunteers, crew, and reenactors.

Saturday

10:00 AM — Victory Flyer departs Angola southbound for Pleasant Lake

10:45 AM — Victory Flyer departs Pleasant Lake northbound for Angola.

11:30 AM — Battlefield Train departs Pleasant Lake southbound for the Steubenville Battlefield, where Allied and German forces clash in an immersive live battlefield reenactment before returning to Pleasant Lake.

12:00 PM — Victory Flyer departs Angola southbound for Pleasant Lake.

12:45 PM — Victory Flyer departs Pleasant Lake northbound for Angola.

1:30 PM — Battlefield Train departs Pleasant Lake southbound for the Steubenville Battlefield.

2:00 PM — Victory Flyer departs Angola southbound for Pleasant Lake.

2:45 PM — Victory Flyer and Steam Locomotive 765 on display in Pleasant Lake.

3:30 PM — Final Battlefield Train departs Pleasant Lake for the Steubenville Battlefield.

5:00 PM — Final return trip of Victory Flyer departs Pleasant Lake northbound for Angola.

7:00 PM — Twilight Limited departs Pleasant Lake for a relaxing evening steam excursion through the Indiana countryside, capturing the romance of railroading as day gives way to twilight.

Sunday

9:30 AM — Dawn Patrol departs Pleasant Lake for a leisurely steam-powered breakfast excursion featuring freshly prepared breakfast served aboard our historic dining cars.

12:00 PM — Victory Flyer departs Angola southbound for Pleasant Lake.

12:45 PM — Victory Flyer and steam locomotive No. 765 on display in Pleasant Lake.

1:00 PM — Battlefield Train departs Pleasant Lake southbound for the Steubenville Battlefield.

3:00 PM — Final Victory Flyer departs Pleasant Lake northbound for Angola.

THE EXPERIENCE

Step back into the 1940s as World War II Weekend transforms the historic railroad community of Pleasant Lake into a living celebration of America’s railroad, military, and home front heritage.

This immersive two-day experience brings together a historic steam locomotive, vintage passenger trains, World War II reenactors, military encampments, historic vehicles, live big band music, and unforgettable railroad adventures honoring the generation that carried a nation to victory.

Throughout the weekend, guests will explore authentic military camps, witness live battlefield reenactments, ride historic trains, tour educational exhibits and demonstrations, and experience the sights, sounds, and spirit of wartime America.

Visitors are encouraged, but never required, to wear period clothing and become part of the living history.

Pleasant Lake becomes a bustling 1940s railroad town where trains, soldiers, civilians, and music bring history to life. Our recently restored station will become a recreated service canteen that welcomes arriving passengers, while military encampments, vintage automobile exhibits, and authentic railroad operations illustrate the vital role America’s railroads played during World War II.

Throughout Saturday and Sunday, Knights on the Town will perform live big band music at the Pleasant Lake station and aboard select train departures, providing the soundtrack to an unforgettable weekend of living history.

THE OFFERINGS

Visitors can choose from a variety of events and programs throughout the weekend.

VICTORY FLYER

Vintage steam-powered shuttle service connecting Angola and Pleasant Lake. Southbound trains depart Angola for Pleasant Lake while northbound trains return to Angola, making it easy to travel between the festival and downtown Angola throughout the weekend. Parking is not available in Pleasant Lake.

BATTLEFIELD TRAIN

Board a southbound diesel-powered troop train from Pleasant Lake to the Steubenville Battlefield, where Allied and German forces clash in a dramatic live reenactment before returning north to Pleasant Lake.

TWILIGHT LIMITED – Saturday, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM

A special Saturday evening steam excursion through the countryside featuring first-class service, on-board big band music performed live, a dance car, and a trip into sunset’s magic hour.

DAWN PATROL – Sunday, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Begin Sunday aboard a leisurely steam-powered breakfast excursion featuring freshly prepared breakfast served in our historic dining cars.

THE FINE PRINT

Delivery: Tickets are emailed instantly upon purchase. Check your spam folder, and make sure your email address is entered correctly when ordering.
Boarding Info: Parking and safety details are included in your confirmation email. Save it. We’ll also send reminders.
Travel Together: To sit with friends, please book under one reservation.
Refunds: Available 30+ days before travel. Credits are offered for late cancellations.
Provisions: Passengers may bring personal food and non-alcoholic refreshments.
Pets: Service animals are welcome, but please leave pets at home.
Accessibility: Due to their historic nature, only select passenger cars are ADA accessible. They’re listed in the ticket selection screen.
Review all of our terms, conditions, and safety advisories before travel.

EXPERIENCES

Selecting a fare will display detailed information about each ticket class and amenities after your desired date and time are chosen.

VICTORY FLYER

Departing from 611 West Maumee Street in Angola, Indiana, the VICTORY FLYER is a vintage steam-powered shuttle service connecting Angola and Pleasant Lake. Southbound trains depart Angola for Pleasant Lake while northbound trains return to Angola, making it easy to travel between the festival and downtown Angola throughout the weekend. Parking is not available in Pleasant Lake. See our event schedule for all train departure, arrival, and return times.

Deluxe Coach – $15/$20

*Prices do not include processing fees.

BATTLEFIELD TRAIN

Board a southbound diesel-powered BATTLEFIELD TRAIN from Pleasant Lake to the Steubenville Battlefield, where Allied and German forces clash in a dramatic live reenactment before returning north to Pleasant Lake. Trips depart from Pleasant Lake, Indiana, and are accessible via connection with Victory Flyer.

Battlefield Train (All Ages) – $30.00
Children ages 3-and-under who do not occupy a seat ride free.

*Prices do not include processing fees.

STEAM EXCURSIONS - SUNSET & MORNING

Chose from two special steam excursion experiences: A special Saturday evening steam excursion through the countryside, the TWILIGHT LIMITED featuring WWII reenactors, first-class service, on-board big band music performed live, a dance car, a cigar car, and a trip into sunset’s magic hour.

Begin Sunday aboard a leisurely steam-powered breakfast excursion. DAWN PATROL features WWII reenactors and a freshly prepared breakfast served in our historic dining cars with a Mimosa and Bloody Mary bar. This trip departs our historic depot at 1469 West Main Street in Pleasant Lake.

Twilight Limited – $65 – $225
Dawn Patrol – $95 – $530 (breakfast included in every ticket)

*Prices do not include processing fees.

Preview your journey

Step into the golden era of rail travel aboard one of America’s most legendary steam locomotives. From the rhythmic chuff of the coal-burning engine to the sight of rural farm fields through vintage windows, every mile is a love letter to the mode of transportation that built the nation.