Noblesville, IN · Heritage railroad · 2026 season

Holiday Cheers Express at Nickel Plate Express

A holiday evening aboard Nickel Plate Express for passengers age 21 and older.

Illustrative stock photo: Grand Canyon Railway locomotive 237 decorated with a Christmas wreath
Illustrative stock photograph. Grand Canyon Railway locomotive 237 with a Christmas wreath on November 18, 2013. Historical holiday decoration; the source does not identify this departure as the Polar Express. The Commons file was cropped vertically by 5% in 2024. Bill Morrow / Wikimedia Commons · Image source · CC BY 2.0 · Display crop; photograph otherwise unchanged.

2026 dates published

December 2, December 3, December 9, December 10, 2026

Operating dates do not establish every departure or remaining seats. Confirm the exact event, time and class with the operator. The catalog conflicts between 90 minutes and two hours; confirm duration with the operator.

The 2026 program is announced. Remaining seats have not been checked; use the official event information for your date.

Price observed 2026-10-26: From $55. This is the Holiday Cheers starting fare for ages 21+. Confirm the selected departure and complete total.

Source reviewed 2026-10-26 · Ticket status observed 2026-10-26

Tickets and official updates

Choose a train departure first. Confirm the date, class, child tickets and checkout total with the operator before arranging other travel.

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Where to board

Nickel Plate Express — Forest Park

825 Forest Park Drive, Noblesville, IN 46060

Forest Park depot pin; verify the particular holiday train’s check-in time.

Official boarding information →

Plan your visit

Age restriction
Holiday Cheers is a 21+ event with coach seating, music, a sweet treat and a commemorative wine glass.
Bar and timing
The onboard bar accepts credit cards. Confirm duration before planning dinner or transport: the catalog gives conflicting lengths.

Would an overnight stay help?

Compare your departure time and drive home before deciding. An evening train or a long journey may make staying nearby useful. Secure the correct holiday train first, then check lodging independently; no hotel or regular-excursion booking establishes holiday admission.

More holiday rides in Indiana

Each ride has its own schedule and ticket status; these links do not guarantee availability.

Sources and railway guide

Visit the Nickel Plate Express railway guide →