Join us for an exciting family friendly event, Pizza on the Rails on board one of our historic open window passenger cars. Each passenger will enjoy their own personal pizza from Domino’s as well as drinks and dessert! 

Step aboard for a unique dining experience with Lunch on the Diner! This first-class train ride experience combines the excitement of a scenic journey with a delicious, freshly prepared boxed lunch. Perfect for families, couples, train enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a memorable outing, this ride brings together fun, food, and history all in one.

Ever wanted to operate a diesel locomotive? Our Throttle Time program lets you try your hand at being a locomotive engineer using a vintage diesel locomotive.

All aboard the Monticello Railway Museum’s Murder Mystery Dinner Train for a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience! Join us for an exciting evening of mystery and mayhem presented by Urbana Champaign Theatre Company’s Seven Corpse Dinner Murder Mysteries. Passengers on board will be treated to this delicious four course meal prepared by Michael’s Catering of Champaign.

Join us for an exciting family friendly event, Pizza on the Rails on board one of our historic open window passenger cars. Each passenger will enjoy their own personal pizza from Domino’s as well as drinks and dessert! 

Join us at the Monticello Railway Museum for a fun breakfast and train ride experience on board one of our Illinois Central dining cars with Industrial Donut of Savoy, IL. We offer two departure times of 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM from our Nelson Crossing depot.

Join us for a “Roaring 20’s” themed dinner on board our train pulled by our historic steam engine and take a step back in time as favorites from the early 1900’s are served. Passengers on board this themed event will be treated to a three-course meal prepared by Holly’s County Kitchen while they ride in style on of our historic dining cars!

For more information visit the Roaring Twenties Dinner Train event page.

Join us for a “Roaring 20’s” themed dinner on board our train pulled by our historic steam engine and take a step back in time as favorites from the early 1900’s are served. Passengers on board this themed event will be treated to a three-course meal prepared by Holly’s County Kitchen while they ride in style on of our historic dining cars!

For more information visit the Roaring Twenties Dinner Train event page.

Join us for an exciting family friendly event, Pizza on the Rails on board one of our historic open window passenger cars. Each passenger will enjoy their own personal pizza from Domino’s as well as drinks and dessert!