CAMERON CHRISTMAS TRAIN DATES

November 18th
Edon, Ohio, Hamilton, Ashley/Hudson, and South Milford, Indiana

November 19th
Pleasant Lake, Angola, Fremont, and Ray, Indiana, and Montgomery and Reading, Michigan

November 20th
Hillsdale, Jonesville, Quincy, and Coldwater, Michigan

SCHEDULE & MAP

CAMERON HOSPITAL WELCOMES SANTA TO REGION

Santa Claus will visit Northeast Indiana, Southeastern Michigan, and Western Ohio this season aboard the Cameron Christmas Train the week before Thanksgiving to spread holiday cheer while passing out gifts to families in towns along the route.

Sponsored by Cameron Memorial Community Hospital, the train will be operated by the Indiana Northeastern Railroad, Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society, and the Little River Railroad.

“As the region’s healthcare provider, we’ve seen how the Indiana Rail Experience has become a major attraction in our community. We wanted to combine its popularity with the magic of the holiday season and give back to those communities in which we serve,” said Angie Logan, president and CEO, Cameron Memorial Community Hospital. “Children and families will not only be able to enjoy seeing the decorated train pass through their towns and backyards but visit with Santa and his elves and receive gifts at each stop.”

CHRISTMAS TRAIN STOPS

On November 18th, the train will operate between Edon, Ohio, and South Milford, Indiana, with stops in Hamilton and Ashley/Hudson, Indiana. On November 19th, the train will operate between Pleasant Lake, Indiana, and Hillsdale, Michigan, with stops planned in Angola, Fremont, Ray, Montgomery, and Reading. Following a block party on November 20th, the Little River Railroad will carry Santa from Hillsdale to Jonesville, Quincy, and Coldwater, Michigan.

“We’ve seen nearby towns like Waterloo wait up all night on weekdays for other passing holiday trains, so we were determined to create our very own experience. While the Cameron Christmas Train will make its stops on school nights, we know this is a wonderful opportunity to experience Santa’s arrival by train and create new memories and traditions together,” stated Kelly Lynch, Executive Director of the Fort Wayne Railroad. “Anyone that sees this train can also join us for their very own holiday train ride on the Indiana Christmas Train throughout December.”

RIDE THE CHRISTMAS TRAIN IN DECEMBER

Tickets for the Indiana Christmas Train are on sale now at indianarails.org. Trains depart Pleasant Lake, Indiana, and feature a 1.5-hour trip through the countryside. Deluxe Coach, First Class, Family Packages, Private Suites, and Private Cars for families and groups are available.

This year, the train also includes a Christmas Cocktail Class reserved just for adults, a Private Lounge for groups of up to 15, the Pullman Lounge and Pullman Tables on exclusive dates, and an Ornament Class, where guests can create their custom ornament during the trip.

RIDE THE CHRISTMAS TRAIN

EVENT SCHEDULE

CAMERON CHRISTMAS TRAIN SCHEDULE
Schedule is subject to change.

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18th

5:45 PM –
Arrive Edon, Ohio (Edon Farmers Co-Op Association Inc)
6:45 PM – Depart Edon, Ohio
7:20 PM – Arrive Hamilton, IN (Railroad Street and South Wayne Street)
8:00 PM – Depart Hamilton, IN
8:30 PM – Arrive at Ashley/Hudson, IN (Railroad Street and Wabash Avenue)
9:00 PM – Depart Ashley/Hudson, IN
9:45 PM – Arrive and display in town in South Milford, IN (South Milford Grain Company)
10:30 PM – Event closes

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19th

4:45 PM – Arrive and display at Pleasant Lake station (1469 West Main)
6:00 PM – Depart Pleasant Lake, IN
6:20 PM – Arrive Angola, IN (611 West Maumee Street)
7:15 PM – Depart Angola, IN
7:35 PM – Arrive Fremont (TBD)
7:50 PM – Depart Fremont
8:20 PM – Arrive Ray, IN (N 630 E)
8:40 PM – Depart Ray, IN
9:00 PM – Arrive Montgomery, MI (Michigan Street)
9:15 PM – Depart Montgomery, MI
9:30 PM – Arrive Reading, MI (East Michigan Street)
10:00 PM – Depart Reading, MI

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 20th

5:30 PM – Block party with Christmas Train in Hillsdale, MI (Hillsdale and Monroe Street)
7:00 PM – Little River Railroad departs Hillsdale, MI
7:20 PM – Arrive Jonesville, MI (310 Chicago Street)
7:45 PM – Depart Jonesville, MI
8:20 PM – Arrive Quincy, MI (West Park Street)
9:00 PM – Depart Quincy, MI
9:30 PM – Arrive Coldwater, MI (29 W Park Ave)
10:15 PM – Event closes

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What to expect

The Cameron Christmas Train will make brief stops in towns along the route of the Indiana Northeastern Railroad Company. Santa and his helpers will be available at each stop for a meet and greet where children and families can select a small gift.

While the Cameron Christmas Train will not be giving rides, you can ride the Christmas Train in December by clicking here!

Please check the details for your tickets and trip and always make sure to check your email for your receipt and pre-trip instructions and information. Be sure to review our FAQs, safety-related items, and disclaimers located under the ticket information. We look forward to seeing you aboard!

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