The Danbury Railway Museum's Christmas Fundraiser begins Saturday December 3rd and runs every Saturday and Sunday through December 18th.
That portly gent from the North Pole will once again pay a visit to the Danbury Railway Museum and you can take a ride in a vintage train through the historic railyard to visit him. This is a major fund-raising event for the museum and will take place on Saturdays and Sundays, December 3-4, 10-11, and 17-18. The museum will be open each day from noon to 7:00 PM.Trains will depart at 12:30, 2:00, 3:30, 5:00, and 6:30. The 5:00 and 6:30 trains will run in darkness which will be ideal for enjoying the lighted railyard.
When guests arrive and check-in at the restored 1903 train station, kids and parents will be able to enjoy the festively decorated museum interior. This includes a Letters to Santa coloring station, operating model railroads, and many interesting exhibits and artifact displays. After a short train ride in a restored 1953 Rail Diesel Car through historic Danbury railyard, you'll be escorted back to the station for a meet and greet with Santa and Mrs. Claus, where the big man himself will give out the first gifts of Christmas. New this year: parents will bring a pre-wrapped present (or select one from our online menu -- see Web site for details), and Old St. Nick will give your little ones their unique present! Afterwards, you are free to enjoy a walk through the railyard with a cup of hot chocolate - don't forget the marshmallows!
Departure Dates:
Saturdays: Dec. 3, 10 and 17
Sundays: Dec. 4, 11 and 18
Departure Times:
12:30PM, 2:00PM, 3:30PM, 5:00PM, 6:30PM
Note: The 5:00 and 6:30 trains will be dark enough to fully enjoy the lighted railyard!
Tickets are $25 for ages 2 and up. Reservations are required, as space is limited.
Note: Online reservations are suspended 10 hours before a scheduled departure time.
The Danbury Railway Museum is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization staffed entirely by volunteers. The Museum’s ongoing preservation efforts are funded by memberships, donations, grants, and museum admissions. For more information visit https://www.danburyrail.org/.
