SPRING EVENTS

As the weather gets warmer, why not bring the family for a ride on our historic train? Many of our weekend trains stop at our Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove so you can enjoy a leisurely picnic lunch.


Brandywine Springs Historic Express
Photo: Friends of Brandywine Springs Park

BRANDYWINE SPRINGS HISTORIC EXPRESS

This unique history-focused excursion will give you the opportunity to take a guided tour through Brandywine Springs Park and discover one of the most historic locations along our tracks.

  May 20
  2½-hour round-trip
  Doodlebug-powered

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Brews On Board

BREWS ON BOARD

Local craft brews are served aboard our train for your tasting pleasure on a leisurely round-trip through the Red Clay Valley. MUST BE 21+ TO RIDE.

  Various dates, May thru September
  2-hour round-trip
  Diesel-powered

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NEW FOR 2023!
Doodlebug Days
Photo: Ed Feathers

DOODLEBUG DAYS

Take a ride aboard our unique 1929 "Doodlebug" railcar, an all-in-one self-propelled train!

  Various dates, May thru September
  1-hour round-trip
  Doodlebug-powered

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Easter Bunny Express
Photo: Mike Ciosek

EASTER BUNNY EXPRESS

Welcome Spring by joining the Easter Bunny aboard our train for a ride to Ashland, and all kids will get a special treat.

  April 1, 2, 7 & 8
  1½-hour round-trip
  Steam-powered

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Hockessin Flyer
Photo: Jeff Hammaker

HOCKESSIN FLYER

Relax aboard our train as we take you on a relaxing round-trip ride along the entire length of our railroad to the town of Hockessin.

  Various dates, April thru September
  2½-hour round-trip
  Steam- or diesel-powered (depending on date)

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Mother's Day Special
Photo: Andy Gwiazda

MOTHER'S DAY SPECIAL

After your Mother's Day brunch is finished, bring mom out for a relaxing old-fashioned train ride, or pack a picnic lunch to enjoy with mom at our picnic grove.

  May 14
  1½-hour round-trip
  Mothers ride for half-fare!
  Steam-powered

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School & Day Camp Trains
Photo: Mike Ciosek

SCHOOL & DAY CAMP TRAINS

The story of the railroad and its impact on life in the Red Clay Valley is told to the young railroaders aboard for this leisurely train ride.

  Select Tuesdays, April thru August
  45-minute round-trip
  Diesel-powered

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Superhero Express
Photo: Sew Classy Royal Events

SUPERHERO EXPRESS

Your favorite comic book heroes jump straight off the page and onto our train to ride the rails with you. All are invited to dress in their favorite superhero costume!

  May 21
  1½-hour round-trip
  Diesel-powered

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Yorklyn Limited
Photo: Mike Ciosek

YORKLYN LIMITED

Take a leisurely ride to our Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove. Pack a picnic lunch to enjoy during the ½-hour layover along the banks of the Red Clay Creek.

  Various dates, April thru September
  1½-hour round-trip

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