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Santa Express at the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad
Santa Express at the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad

When
Dec 21st, 2025
All Day
Where
225 10th StreetBoone

Enjoy a fun, family journey from the Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad’s depot in Boone, Iowa to the North Pole!

Rides on the Santa Express typically last between an hour and 15 minutes and an hour and 30 minutes, depending on how long it takes Santa to make his way through the train. On the way to the North Pole, you will hear the story of Santa’s Scenic Valley Ride, take part in games, sing some holiday classics, cross the 156’ tall Bass Point Creek High Bridge, and enjoy a sweet treat. Upon your arrival at the North Pole, Santa will board the train and greet the children.

Don’t forget, your Santa Express tickets include admission to the James H. Andrew Railroad Museum.

Arrive early, visit the museum, browse the gift shop, then it’s off to the North Pole!

Get your tickets at bsvrr.com, or by calling 515.432.4249 (phones answered Monday through Friday from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm).

The Boone & Scenic Valley Railroad is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) division of the Iowa Railroad Historical Society.

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