Northwest Railway Museum: North Pole Limited Santa Train
Through Dec 20Nov 28 – Dec 20 · 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM · Saturdays & Sundays Nov 28–29, Dec 5–6, Dec 12–13, and Dec 19–20, 2026. Departure times at 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM, and 4:30 PM.
Northwest Railway Museum (North Bend Depot)205 E McClellan St, North Bend, WA 98045 · 26.7 mi approx. from SeattleDirections
All ages (free for infants under 2 on lap; cookies, cocoa, and Santa gift included)
From $39Tickets $39 per person (ages 2+); Infants under 2 free on lap. Includes hot cocoa, cookies, and gift from Santa
About this adventure
All aboard the Northwest Railway Museum's North Pole Limited for an enchanting two-hour holiday rail adventure through the scenic upper Snoqualmie Valley. Departing from the historic North Bend Depot, families board vintage restored 1920s passenger coaches heated by steam radiators and decorated with festive holiday wreaths and garlands. During the ride, friendly costumed elves share stories, lead carols, and serve warm hot chocolate and fresh cookies. The train journeys to the seasonally adorned Railway History Campus, where families disembark to explore historic railcars, create holiday crafts, and visit Santa Claus inside a beautifully restored Chapel Car. Each child receives a special commemorative gift directly from Santa. Strollers can be checked at the depot before boarding. Advance ticket reservations are essential as this classic holiday excursion sells out quickly every year.
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