Hoosier Valley Santa Trains Begin November 21

Published: November 12, 2026

The Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum has posted its 2026 Santa trains. The trains leave the depot in North Judson, Indiana, on five Saturdays: November 21, November 28, December 5, December 12, and December 19. Each trip is listed at 60 minutes. Departures are 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m., and the page says every train runs on Central Time, which it also calls Chicago time.

Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum's Santa Train first-class accommodations

First class seating aboard the Hoosier Valley Railroad Musem's popular Santa Trains. Museum photo.

Fares and cars

The quick details list prices starting at $20. Coach is $30 for adults 16 and older, $25 for children ages 3–15, and free for toddlers ages 0–2. Economy Coach is $25 for adults, $20 for children, and free for toddlers. First Class Lounge is $35 a person. Toddlers age 2 and under are welcome there with no ticket. A First Class private room is $110 for a group of up to three passengers, and passengers age 2 and under do not count toward that three. The First Class private car is $875 for a group of up to 15, all ages. Infants and toddlers ride free on a parent or guardian’s lap. Tickets bought online carry a booking fee. The museum publishes a refund policy on its website.

Coach is the more spacious 1950s commuter car. Economy Coach is the other 1950s commuter car, with closer seating that the museum says is better suited to large groups. First Class is the 1924 Monon business car, with lounge seats or private rooms and complimentary light refreshments. The private car is Norfolk and Western business car No. 300, built in 1917. Renting it reserves the whole car, again with light refreshments.

The ride includes a visit with Santa, family photos, and a gift for every child. Passengers may choose Coach, Economy Coach, or a First Class option. Trains run rain or shine. Smoking, alcohol, and pets are not allowed. The train has no working restrooms. Times are approximate, and the museum says it is not responsible for delays. Guests should arrive at least 30 minutes early. Late boarding is not permitted. The museum reserves the right to cancel trips and to substitute equipment.

Where to go, and how to help

The museum directions page lists Saturday hours from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and gives the address as 507 Mulberry Street, North Judson, Indiana 46366. The donations page offers online giving and lists a mailing address of P.O. Box 75, North Judson, Indiana 46366. The volunteers page invites help at Saturday work sessions.

Sources

Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum, “Santa Trains,” hoosiervalley.org/train-rides/special-events/santa-trains, read November 12, 2026. Saturdays November 21 and 28 and December 5, 12, and 19, 2026. Clocks 10:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m. Central Time, also called Chicago time. Duration 60 minutes. Prices starting at $20. Coach, Economy Coach, First Class Lounge, First Class private room, and First Class private car fares as printed above. Online booking fee. Refund policy linked from the page. Coach and Economy Coach are 1950s commuter cars. First Class is the 1924 Monon business car. The private car is the 1917 Norfolk and Western business car No. 300. Santa visit, family photos, and a gift for every child. Rain or shine. No smoking, alcohol, or pets. No working restrooms. Approximate times. Arrive at least 30 minutes early. Late boarding is not permitted. The museum may cancel trips and substitute equipment. North Judson depot.
Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum, “How to Get Here,” hoosiervalley.org/about-us/directions, read November 12, 2026. Address 507 Mulberry Street, North Judson, Indiana 46366. Saturday hours 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum, “Make a Donation,” hoosiervalley.org/support/donations, and “Volunteer Here,” hoosiervalley.org/support/volunteers, read November 12, 2026. Online donation form. Mailing address P.O. Box 75, North Judson, Indiana 46366. The volunteers page asks for help at Saturday work sessions and says the museum is an all-volunteer organization.

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