Celebrate the season aboard vintage railcars, with a Santa visit, hot cocoa and cookies
1 hr
Train ride, hot cocoa, cookies
Ride the Arkansas & Missouri Railroad from Springdale to Johnson and back on a festive outing through the Ozarks. Step aboard vintage railcars for a seasonal journey set to Christmas music.
Receive a full refund or credit if you cancel at least 48 hours before departure. Tickets are non-refundable after that deadline. You'll receive a full refund or credit if the operator cancels due to track maintenance, extreme weather, or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.
Product ID: ZDQM3T
The Springdale depot has a boarding ramp and wheelchair-accessible restrooms. Accessibility on the train is limited, and onboard restrooms are not wheelchair accessible.
Seats are assigned except for some coach seating on the December Holiday Express rides. Seat assignments may be adjusted as needed.
Yes. Free parking is available in the lot adjacent to the Springdale depot.
Springdale Depot, 305 East Emma Avenue, Springdale, AR 72764
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