Indiana Christmas Train — Indiana Rail Experience

The Indiana Rail Experience, operated by the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society and made possible through partnerships with the Indiana Northeastern Railroad Company, runs the Indiana Christmas Train from Pleasant Lake, Indiana. The operator calls it a magical new holiday tradition: a round trip of about 90 minutes through the winter countryside, with a visit from Santa aboard every train, live music and experiences tailored to children and adults.

The operator sells Deluxe Coach seats and Family Packages, First Class seats and tables that include light refreshments, holiday treats and a commemorative gift, a Cocktail Class for guests aged 21 and over, and private cars. A Christmas Kitchen car serves freshly prepared holiday treats made on board by Santa's executive chef during the visit with Santa in the observation lounge, and Santa's elves serve hot chocolate aboard first-class cars. Travelin' Toms Coffee serves hot chocolate and seasonal drinks at the Pleasant Lake station before departure.

The operator says the excursion is a fundraiser run by the volunteers of the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society; all proceeds support local railroad preservation.

A round trip of about 90 minutes through the winter countryside with live music and a visit from Santa on every train. Children aged three and younger who do not take a seat ride free in Deluxe Coach. First Class guests receive light refreshments, holiday treats and a commemorative gift. Hot chocolate and seasonal drinks are served at the Pleasant Lake station before departure. Deluxe Coach cars are heated and have restrooms.

Parking is at 1525 Main Street, Pleasant Lake, Indiana; boarding and ADA parking are at 1469 West Main Street. Tickets are emailed instantly on purchase and the fares shown by the operator do not include processing fees. Refunds are available 30 or more days before travel; later cancellations receive credits. Passengers may bring personal food and non-alcoholic refreshments; only service animals are allowed. Only select cars are ADA accessible, in Deluxe Coach only, and are listed on the ticket-selection screen; boarding sites may have uneven footing and high steps, so the operator asks passengers with limited mobility to contact its ticket agent (tickets@indianarails.org). Trains run rain or shine; weather cancellations only occur in a city or county-wide emergency declaration or if severe weather endangers the railroad.