Essex Steam Train and Riverboat

Ride the Santa Special at the Essex Steam Train

"Here comes Santa Claus . . .
Here comes Santa Claus . . ."

All aboard the Santa Special for a one-of-a-kind holiday experience! Enjoy the spirit of the season as you relax with family and friends aboard festive rail cars adorned with vintage decorations. Bring your camera for that special moment. Santa promises to visit each child to review his or her Christmas list. Mrs. Claus, Rudolph and Christmas Penquin will be on board to spread holiday cheer. Plus, each child will receive a small holiday gift from Santa's Elves!

1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Departures

Coach Tickets: $17
Parlor Car: $34

Nov 27 - 29 • Dec 5 - 6 • Dec 12 - 13 • Dec 19 - 20

Prepurchase Coach tickets online
Parlor Car tickets available by calling the Valley Railroad Ticket Office at (800) 377-3987.

Come Ride the Santa Special
Santa Special Images
  • Santa Special Tickets will be available for sale on September 1, 2009.
  • The ride is one-hour long, with departures at 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
  • The Santa Special will run Rain or Shine.
  • Advanced tickets ensure you a ticket - avoid disappointment!
  • Prepurchase your tickets online, or at the Valley Railroad Ticket Office.
  • No Refunds or Exchanges.
  • Coach Tickets $17
  • Parlor Car Tickets $34
  • Parlor Car tickets not available online - call 800-377-3987 starting September 1, 2009.
2009 Santa Special Calendar
Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Logo

The Valley Railroad Company · One Railroad Avenue, P.O. Box 452 · Essex, CT 06426
Phone: (860) 767-0103 · (800) 377-3987 · FAX: (860) 767-0104 · Email: valley.railroad@snet.net
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