# Veterans Day Train Rides at New Hope Valley Railway

> Event for families in the Raleigh–Cary area (NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Wed, Nov 11
- Where: New Hope Valley Railway (North Carolina Railway Museum), 3900 Bonsal Rd, New Hill, NC 27562
- Ages: All ages
- Price: Free train ride for veterans and active-duty military
- Organizer: North Carolina Railway Museum
- Official page: https://www.triangletrain.com/
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

The railway honors military heroes on Veterans Day with complimentary train rides for veterans and active-duty military.

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