Ride the Rails of Holiday Magic
All aboard the Holiday Express! This joyful one-hour Christmas train from Springdale takes families through the Ozark foothills with cocoa, cookies, and Santa aboard to spread cheer and stories along the way.
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$18 USD
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All ages
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1 hour
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Arkansas, United States
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Springdale
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- Holiday Music, Santa Visit, Cocoa & Cookies, Family Fun, Vintage Railcars, Ozark Views, Christmas Lights, Memorable Photos, Comfort Seating, Accessible Cars
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- Includes one-hour round-trip ride, Santa visit, holiday stories, and cocoa with cookies.
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- Wear cozy layers and festive clothing for photos; bring a camera for Santa pictures.
Springdale – Holiday Express Features
Scenic Holiday Journey
Travel aboard vintage railcars decked with twinkling lights through the Ozark Mountains.
Santa on Board
Meet Santa Claus, take photos, and enjoy stories from the North Pole crew.
Cocoa & Cookies
Delight in warm hot chocolate and sweet treats served during the ride.
Springdale – Holiday Express Details
- Highlights
- Description
- Itinerary
- Price & Availability
- Food & Drink
- Instructions
- Restrictions
- Transportation
Highlights
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Santa Visit
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Holiday Music
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Cocoa & Cookies
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Family Fun
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Vintage Railcars
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Ozark Views
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Christmas Lights
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Memorable Photos
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Comfort Seating
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Accessible Cars
Description
Step into a winter wonderland on rails aboard the Arkansas & Missouri Railroad’s Holiday Express. The train departs from the Springdale Depot for a one-hour round-trip adventure filled with festive decorations, joyful music, and cozy refreshments. Santa greets guests of all ages as the scent of cocoa fills the cars and twinkling lights glow against the windows. Whether it’s your first Christmas train or a returning family tradition, this ride captures the warmth and nostalgia of the holidays in the Ozarks.
Itinerary
• Arrive 30 minutes before departure at the Springdale Depot • Board the Holiday Express and find your reserved seats • Enjoy cocoa, cookies, and Christmas stories during the one-hour round trip • Visit with Santa and take photos on board • Return to the depot and browse the gift shop for souvenirs
Price & Availability
Tickets from $17.50 (children) and $25 (adults). Premium and dome upgrades available. Runs late November–December.
Food & Drink
Hot cocoa, cookies, and light snacks included. Additional refreshments available for purchase.
Instructions
Arrive 30 minutes early for parking, ticket pickup, and boarding.
Restrictions
Wheelchair lift available at Springdale depot; not all cars are ADA accessible.
Transportation
Parking is free adjacent to the Springdale Depot.
Frequently Asked Questions
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