Holiday Festival of Trains

About the Event

What better way for the B&O to celebrate the holidays than with trains! On select days November through December, come to the Museum to see festive model train layouts, enjoy the holiday decor, get photos with Santa, take a ride on the Reindeer Railway, and so much more!

Schedule of Events:

Santa's Winter Village
Nestled in the B&O's spacious Roundhouse, Santa's Winter Village is a holiday wonderland with lots of festive fun for your little ones! Visitors to Santa's Winter Village will get to write letters to Santa, color wooden train ornaments, build a snowman figurine, and more!

Holiday Model Layouts
Enjoy the classic holiday tradition of model trains by coming to see our festive O Scale layout in the Roundhouse, as well our Bank of America Model Train Gallery, G Scale Outdoor Train Garden, and HO Scale model layout.

Santa's Sleigh Ride
While you're here, don't miss hopping aboard Santa's Sleigh Ride! Located in the backyard of the Museum

Daytime Reindeer Railway Train Rides
Get festive on the first mile! This holiday season, you can take a daytime holiday train ride along the nation's first mile of commercial railroad. The train will be all decked out for the season and children will receive reindeer antlers!

11:30 AM & 1 PM

Ring in the New Year with a Touch of Elegance!
Join the B&O Railroad Museum and Emma's Tea Spot for a memorable New Year’s celebration like no other. Afternoon Tea & A Toast promises a blend of sophistication and festive cheer in the beauty of the 1884 Baldwin Roundhouse. Dress to impress in your finest festive attire and get ready for an afternoon of fun!  

At 1:00 pm, embark on a charming journey aboard the Mile One Express to experience the nostalgia of rail travel before indulging in a selection of fine teas, freshly baked scones, and a variety of savory and sweet treats.

As the afternoon draws to a close, raise a glass with fellow guests and enjoy celebratory champagne as we toast to the arrival of the New Year!  

Train Ride boarding 12:45 PM - Train Ride departs at 1:00 PM - Tea at 1:30 PM

Early Bird Pricing:

B&O Member Adult/Senior: $52
B&O Member Child:  $40
Adult/Senior:  $57
Child: $46
Regular Pricing (starting Dec. 1)

B&O Member Adult/Senior: $60
B&O Member Child:  $48
Adult/Senior:  $65
Child: $54

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