Santa's Special Evening Christmas Trains
Passengers ride in heated First Class Art-Deco Dining Cars from the East Troy Depot to Santa's Workshop at the Castle. At the workshop, families can visit Mr. and Mrs. Claus for group photos, explore games and activities in the Grand Hall, and enjoy complimentary cookies and hot chocolate. On the return trip, each child and toddler receives a special holiday book and stuffed animal memento.
What to Expect
First-class dining car ride to Santa's Workshop with holiday treats.
Event Details
Duration
Two hours total: 30 minutes on the train, one hour at Santa’s Workshop, and a 15-minute train ride back to East Troy Depot.
Food & Drink
Cookies and hot chocolate are provided; each adult ticket includes one complimentary drink, either beer or a shot of Baileys or Peppermint Schnapps for hot chocolate, and holiday food from The Elegant Farmer is available for purchase upstairs.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Families with young children
Vibe
Festive and cozy
Energy Level
Low
Budget
$$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Low
Location
Know Before You Go
- Tickets: Ticket prices including convenience fee: Fridays—Adult (ages 15+) $69.00; Child (ages 3–14) $59.00; Infant/Toddler (ages 0–2) $49.00; Member Adult (ages 15+) $59.00; Member Child (ages 3–14) $49.00; Member Infant/Toddler (ages 0–2) $39.00. Saturdays—Adult (ages 15+) $79.00; Child (ages 3–14) $72.00; Infant/Toddler (ages 0–2) $53.00; Member Adult (ages 15+) $69.00; Member Child (ages 3–14) $62.00; Member Infant/Toddler (ages 0–2) $53.00. Each adult ticket includes one complimentary drink. Every child and toddler ticket holder receives a gift. – Get tickets
- Hours: 5:00 pm departure.
- Accessibility: Bathrooms are available at East Troy Depot and Santa’s Workshop; the train cars are heated.
Tips & Advice
- Reserve online in advance because reservations are required and every rider needs a ticket.
- Buy tickets for your whole party in one reservation to help your group sit together.
- Pick up tickets at Will Call before departure, as all tickets are held there.
- Allow two hours for the round trip, workshop visit, and return ride.
- If you are a member, purchase online using your member number to access member pricing for eligible people.
Special Events & Promotions
- Evening train sessions run on select dates.
- Members receive member pricing for the number of people covered by their membership.
- Members can buy tickets during the member presale before public sales open.
- Santa’s Workshop moves to the Castle this year, with a shorter walk, an upgraded Claus photo setting, a separate Grand Hall with new games and activities, and an onsite kitchen.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens during the visit to Santa’s Workshop?
The one-hour visit includes a meet-and-greet and photo opportunity with Mr. and Mrs. Claus, plus games and activities in the Grand Hall.
What food and drinks are included?
Cookies and hot chocolate are provided at the Castle’s onsite kitchen. Each adult ticket includes one complimentary drink, either a shot of Baileys or Peppermint Schnapps in hot chocolate, or a beer. Holiday food is also available to buy from The Elegant Farmer upstairs.
How long does the full train experience last?
Allow two hours in total: 30 minutes on the outward train, one hour at the workshop, and a 15-minute train ride back.
Do children receive anything to take home?
Each child and toddler receives a holiday book and stuffed animal on the return trip.
How do groups arrange seating together?
Purchase everyone’s tickets in one reservation. Large groups with multiple families should book together, and members should use their membership number when purchasing online.
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