ANNUAL TRAIN SHOW AND SALE
Visit our Annual Train Show and Sale held at St. Catherine Gymnasium at 413 First Street, New Haven (only 1 block away from the museum). Stroll through the model trains and artifacts, visit with vendors and browse the booths and model trains.
April 11, 2026
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Admission tickets for the Train Show can be purchased at the door for $7.00.
THE GREAT FREIGHT EXPERIENCE
THE GREAT FREIGHT EXPERIENCE lets you try your hand at being a locomotive engineer of a vintage diesel locomotive. You will learn how to work both on the ground and in the locomotive. These sessions are offered on Sundays by reservation only.
April 26, June 28, July 26. August 30, September 27 and October 25
DAY OUT WITH THOMAS™
Join Thomas the Tank Engine™, a full-sized operating locomotive, as he greets friends of all ages.
TICKETS ON SALE SOON!
WHISTLES WITCHES AND WINE
Gather your girlfriends, boyfriends, husbands, co-workers, moms and sisters and dress in your best witch or warlock costume! This event includes wine tastings, food, costume contest, music, train ride and more. Great idea for a ladies night out or a date night.
October 23 and 24.
TRICK AND TRACK EXPRESS
Join us for the Trick and Track Express, a Halloween train ride for the entire family. Ride the rails in costume, enjoy a sweet treat and celebrate the season with Halloween music. This is family friendly, not scary. Train departs at 2pm. Please arrive by 1:15 pm to check in and pick up tickets. Boarding for the train ride begins at 1:45 pm. All times are eastern.
October 24 and 31.
SANTA EXPRESS PREMIUM SEATING
Meet Santa, enjoy a train excursion with the sounds of the holiday season and make new holiday memories!
Premium seating is a great choice for families looking for a little extra comfort. With roomier seating and fewer passengers per car, there's more space for kids to sit comfortably and parents to relax during the ride.
December 5,6 12,13 and 19,20.
NORTH POLE EXPRESS
Join us for a nostalgic Christmas adventure aboard a historic train ride to pick up Santa! On our journey to the North Pole, enjoy a train excursion while listening to the sounds of the season. Upon arrival at the North Pole, Santa boards the train and travels with us on our way back to New Haven. Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas for the ultimate experience. Upon arriving back at the station, you have the opportunity to visit with Santa and take your child’s photo with him in the depot!
NORTH POLE EXPRESS PREMIUM SEATING
Meet Santa, enjoy a train excursion with the sounds of the holiday season and make new holiday memories!
Premium seating is a great choice for families looking for a little extra comfort. With roomier seating and fewer passengers per car, there's more space for kids to sit comfortably and parents to relax during the ride.