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Santa's Trolley Express

  • Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve · South Elgin
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Santa's Trolley Express
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Sunday, December 13
Train Times: 4:20-5:20P OR 5:25-6:25P
Location: Jon Duerr Forest Preserve, 30W003 Rt 31, South Elgin, IL
All Aboard for Holiday Magic at the Fox River Trolley Museum! Celebrate the season with a nostalgic, joy-filled train ride that’s sure to warm
hearts of all ages. Step into the magic aboard our beautifully decorated 1950s vintage elevated cars and travel along an authentic rail line from 1896. Before departure, enjoy a steaming cup of delicious hot chocolate. Santa Claus himself will make a merry appearance – greeting each family and snapping cheerful selfies.
Warm Up with Hot Chocolate & Holiday Charm
Before departure, enjoy a steaming cup of delicious hot chocolate served inside our historic 1924 train car, decked out in cozy vintage holiday décor. The station comes alive with twinkling lights, classic Christmas tunes, and heartwarming ambiance, making it the perfect start to your holiday adventure.The train leaves at approximately 4:25 pm, so plan to arrive a bit early. Boarding begins at the Jon Duerr Forest Preserve.

• Transportation is NOT included.
• Please indicate who you will be sitting with. Once the train is seated, there will be no switching trains at the site.
• Everyone must have a ticket due to fire code.
• Boarding begins at the Jon Duerr Forest Preserve.
• No refunds once tickets are purchased.
• Seats are limited to the first 60 people.
• An adult must accompany the children on the train.
Fee per person: $41 R / $46 NR
*Everyone must have a ticket due to the fire code.
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