# Santa's Trolley Express

> Event for families in the Chicago–Naperville–Elgin area (IL / IN). Times are Central Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 28 (+10 more dates) · 10:30 AM
- Where: Blackhawk Station, Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve, 35W003 Route 31, South Elgin, IL 60177
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: $45 per person; each passenger, regardless of age or size, must have their own ticket
- Organizer: Fox River Trolley Museum
- Official page: https://foxtrolley.org/visit/special-events/santas-trolley-express/
- Last checked: Mon, Nov 9

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## About

Families ride a decorated 1950s vintage trolley to the North Pole with hot chocolate and cookies, a story read by Mrs. Claus and a sing-along with the conductor. Santa comes aboard to visit each family and gives every child a holiday rubber duck.

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