Holidays on the Rails
December 8-10, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Holidays on the Rails brings holiday cheer to the National Railroad Museum from December 8-10, 2026. The Museum stays open 9:00 AM-5:00 PM each day, but event activities run only from 9:00 AM-2:00 PM, rain or shine.
Every ticket includes a train ride. Train rides depart at 9:15 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 1:00 PM and your ticket time is your train ride time. Seating is first-come, first-served. After your train ride, families can explore holiday games, an I-Spy scavenger hunt, a temporary tattoo station, cookie decorating, four craft stations, and a visit with Santa Claus.
This festive event is designed specifically for children in preschool through second grade, though guests of all ages are welcome to join in the fun.
Tickets & Pricing
Tickets are on sale now, and walk-ups are welcome! Event admission is $18 for children 2 and over and $16 for adults. Every attendee age 2 and over needs a ticket. Museum members receive free admission.
School, youth, and adult special needs groups receive a discounted rate. Groups interested in reserving a spot at Holidays on the Rails can contact the Education Department directly at nrrmeducation@nationalrrmuseum.org.
Photo Gallery
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Contact Us
Education Department | (920) 437-7623 or nrrmeducation@nationalrrmuseum.org