2014 Events

We have several special events planned for 2013 at the Monticello Railway Museum. Trains also operate weekends from May through October — see the schedule for details. Different fares may apply to special events.

• Throttle Time - Weekends in April and November with dates in between: Run our train!
• 401 in Steam - Weekends from May through October: Ride behind our 1907 steam locomotive!
• School Days - May 6th and 14th: An opportunity for school children to ride a full-sized diesel-powered train.
• Throw Momma on the Train - May 10th & 11th: Make this Mother's Day special — treat Mom to a relaxing ride with her family on our vintage train.
• Father's Day Weekend - June 14th & 15th: Dads ride FREE when accompanied by their children!
• Fireworks Special - July 3rd: See the Monticello fireworks without worrying about traffic.
• Railroad Days - September 20th & 21st: Come ride our vintage passenger and freight trains on the former Illinois Central and Illinois Terminal trackage.
• The Polar Express™ - November 28th, 29th, 30th & and December 5th and 6th: Read along with the story as the train makes its round-trip journey to the North Pole.   Tickets go on sale June 1, 2014.
• Lunch with Santa on the Train - December 6th & 7th: Enjoy a train ride, individual visit with Santa, and kid-friendly sack lunch. This event is hosted by the Monticello Chamber of Commerce.