Train rides are always nostalgic and charming but when you add in the joy of the holiday season, they are downright unforgettable. There are a few options for a North Pole Train ride in Kentucky, but many are already sold out. Luckily, there is one hidden gem that (as of right now) still has seats available for a one-of-a-kind holiday experience. Join Mrs. Claus and Santa himself aboard a train at the Bluegrass Railroad Museum, just outside of Lexington, for a jolly good time.

Our original article was written in 2017, but we’ve updated it to reflect all new details for 2018:

The Bluegrass Railroad Museum in Versailles is a hidden gem of a museum and offers seasonal events throughout the year.
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The museum itself holds historic items from Kentucky's railroad past, including train cars that have been meticulously maintained and restored.
While the museum and train rides are worth a visit any time of year, the weeks leading up to Christmas offer something extra special.
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Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus pay a visit to the train depot and hop aboard for some one-on-one time with the passengers. They arrive via firetruck for a truly unique experience.

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The train cars are decked out for the holidays and comfortable for the 90-minute ride.
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Each child receives a visit from the couple from the North Pole and while you wait, you can enjoy the views of the Kentucky countryside, as well as a Christmas carol or two. When the train pulls back into the station, each person receives a candy cane as they wish Santa and Mrs. Claus a safe trip back to the North Pole.
The Santa Train at the Bluegrass Railroad Museum is a charming holiday tradition that is perfect for the family.
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They offer rides on Saturday and Sunday December 8th & 9th and December 15th & 16th at 2 p.m. Also to meet demand, this year they have also added two additional rides at 11am on Saturday December 8th and December 15th. At the time this article was published, there were still tickets available, but it is best to act fast before they sell out!

The Bluegrass Railroad Museum is a fun visit for any train lover and the Santa Train Ride is a great way to experience it! Have you ridden a train with Santa? Share your memories with us in the comments!

The Bluegrass Railroad Museum is located at 175 Beasley Rd. Versailles, KY 40383. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit their website here.

And for more general information on the museum, check out our previous article here.

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