# Holly TrolleyFest 2026 — Santa streetcar rides at the National Capital Trolley Museum

> Event for families in the Washington–Arlington–Alexandria area (DC / VA / MD / WV). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Nov 28 (+7 more dates) · 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
- Where: National Capital Trolley Museum, 1313 Bonifant Road, Colesville, MD 20905
- Ages: All ages
- Price: $15 per person
- Organizer: National Capital Trolley Museum
- Official page: https://www.dctrolley.org/calendar/holly-trolleyfest-2026
- Last checked: Wed, Oct 28

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## About

On weekends from Thanksgiving weekend until just before Christmas, the National Capital Trolley Museum in Colesville runs Holly TrolleyFest: families ride one of the museum's historic streetcars along its mile-long woodland railway, where Santa and Mrs. Claus are waiting to greet visitors. Back at the museum there is a holiday model railroad display presented with the Washington, Virginia & Maryland Garden Railway Society, children's crafts, festive photo spots, hot chocolate and treats. Admission is per person and reservations are required, so book a time once ticket sales open.

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