Where can I find christmas train rides in New York?

There are 2 heritage railroads offering christmas train rides in New York. The closest one is Catskill Mountain Railroad.

Are christmas train rides year-round in New York?

Heritage railroad operating seasons vary widely. Most run from late spring through early winter, with concentrated activity for holiday excursions in November and December. Check each operator's page for specific dates.

New York · Christmas Train Rides

Christmas Train Rides in New York

Name: Open House with Santa at Greenport
Start: 2026-12-12T10:30:00+00:00
Location: The Railroad Museum of Long Island

Polar Express clones, Santa specials, and holiday-light excursions. Most run mid-November through New Year — book early; they sell out.

2 operators · 2 upcoming events

Operators offering christmas train rides in New York

train going through the woods in a fall afternoon

Catskill Mountain Railroad

Year-round scenic rides from Kingston (Westbrook Lane Station) along the Esopus Creek toward Mount Tremper / Phoenicia; Polar Express, Pumpkin Express, Rip Van Winkle Flyer.

Delaware & Ulster Railroad

D&UR runs scenic excursions through the Catskill Mountains from Arkville depot along former NYO&W trackage; Twilight Limited dinner trains, fall foliage, Rip Van Winkle, Halloween, Polar Express.

Upcoming christmas train rides events

The Railroad Museum of Long Island

Open House with Santa at Greenport

📅 Sat, Dec 12, 2026

Get Tickets →

The Railroad Museum of Long Island

Open House with Santa at Greenport

📅 Sun, Dec 13, 2026

Get Tickets →

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