Holiday Cheers

21+ • Holiday cocktails & cookies

Holiday Cheers is an adults-only holiday train experience aboard the historic Nickel Plate Express. Guests ride for two hours through a festive atmosphere with seasonal music, a holiday sweet treat, and a commemorative wine glass to take home. An onboard bar serves wine, beer, and specialty holiday cocktails ...

Noblesville
1 1/2 hours
Nickel Plate Express
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Gift Card

Purchase a gift card to be redeemed on any offering!

Purchase the perfect gift: a gift card with a value of your choosing!

Noblesville
Gift Card
Nickel Plate Express
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Oktoberfest Dinner Express

Celebrate Oktoberfest with dinner on the rails.

All aboard for a Fall Oktoberfest delight! Ride the rails on our historic 1950s train while enjoying a delicious German meal from TURF Catering and Kitchen.

Noblesville
2-hours
Kid-Friendly
Nickel Plate Express
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Trick or Treat on the Rails

1 hour • All ages are welcomed • Family friendly Halloween train ride!

All Aboard for a Spooktacular Fall Ride Climb aboard the Trick or Treat on the Rails train for a family-friendly Halloween adventure through Northern Hamilton County. This 65-minute ride on our historic 1956 train is the perfect way to celebrate the season. Kids will receive trick-or-treat bags filled ...

Noblesville
1 hour
Nickel Plate Express
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Fall Foliage Express

All ages • 75-minutes • Enjoy a fall family ride on the Nickel Plate Express!

All aboard for a relaxing fall family ride down the historic Nickel Plate Road. Passengers will enjoy the scenic fall countryside of Northern Hamilton County while riding in a 1956 vintage train car. Each ticket includes a fresh cup of local apple cider and fall donut. Fall cocktails, beer and wine will ...

Noblesville
75-minutes
Nickel Plate Express
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Locomotive Cab Ride

Ride in the engine with the engineer! • Ages 16+ • 1.5 hours

See the Nickel Plate Express from a whole new perspective. Cab riders should arrive at least 30-minutes before the excursion to go over a brief safety talk, sign the waiver and get ready to go. This is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity. A great present for Father’s Day, Christmas or a Birthday!

Noblesville
1.5 Hour
Nickel Plate Express
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Arcadia Fall Market Express

Take the train to a small-town fall market!

Spend a fall day in the picturesque small town of Arcadia! Kick back and enjoy a relaxing, historic train ride from Hobbs Station in Noblesville to the Arcadia train depot. Enjoy a fall cocktail, beer or wine while enjoying the scenery during the 35-minute ride through Northern Hamilton County. Once ...

Noblesville
75-minute train ride + a 90-minute layover
Nickel Plate Express
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Forest Park Rail Adventure

A 7-mile round trip rail bike ride starting at Hobbs Station in Forest Park.

Experience the enchanting beauty of nature on our Forest Park Rail Adventure, an 7-mile bike ride that winds through woodlands and farmland in Northern Hamilton County. As you pedal along the historic railway tracks, you’ll be immersed in the tranquil serenity of the wooded surroundings. Keep an eye ...

Noblesville
2 Hours
Nickel Plate Express
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White River Family Cruise

A short, scenic adventure for the entire family.

Join us for the White River Family Cruise, a delightful 2-mile rail bike adventure departing Hobbs Station. This family-friendly journey takes you on a charming ride over the tranquil White River and into the heart of Downtown Noblesville. As you pedal along the scenic railway tracks, you’ll be immersed ...

Noblesville
2 Hours
Nickel Plate Express
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Reindeer Express

The ultimate holiday experience!

Bring the Whole Family for a Holiday Ride in Noblesville, IN Climb aboard the Reindeer Express for a 75-minute holiday train ride on the historic Nickel Plate Express. This family-friendly experience includes seasonal music, a holiday cookie, a letter-to-Santa activity, and a visit from Santa during ...

Noblesville
75 minutes
Private Tours
Nickel Plate Express
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Twilight Rail Ride

Experience a beautiful evening sunset on a 7-mile round-trip railbike ride along the historic Nickel Plate track through scenic Hamilton County. Pedal through the warm summer air and take in the stunning views as the sun sets. At the turnaround point, enjoy some time around a cozy fire and roast s'mores ...

Noblesville
3 Hours
Nickel Plate Express
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Ho Ho Homicide Express

A holiday murder mystery! • Ages 21+

All aboard for a holiday murder mystery! Board the historic Nickel Plate Express for a festive evening of murder, train rides and dinner. The 3-hour long event will feature an interactive mystery murder in which you play a character. Dress the part as there will be an award for the best dressed passengers.

Noblesville
3 hours
Nickel Plate Express
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Atlanta New Earth Festival

All ages • 4 hours • Take the train to shop and enjoy the New Earth festival!

About All aboard for a trip to the popular Atlanta New Earth Festival. Passengers will board the train from Hobbs Station at Forest Park for a one-hour train ride to Atlanta to enjoy shopping, live music and food at the festival. Each trip will give passengers two-hours in Atlanta before returning back ...

Noblesville
2 hour train ride + 2 hours at the Earth Festiva
Nickel Plate Express
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Arcadia Caboose Rides

Step back in time aboard our 1956 Monon caboose for a 30-minute ride full of nostalgia and charm! Feel the rumble beneath your feet, hear the whistle of the train horn, and enjoy the classic clickety-clack of the rails as you travel through the scenic countryside—just like railroaders did generations ...

Arcadia
30 minutes
Nickel Plate Express
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Terror in Transylvania

21+ Halloween Murder Mystery

You’re invited to Dracula’s Birthday Bash! Join us aboard the vintage Nickel Plate Express for a spine-tingling night of suspense, laughter, and mystery as the supernatural elite gather deep in the heart of Transylvania. But beware—before the night ends, one of the guests will fall victim to foul ...

Noblesville
3 hours
Nickel Plate Express
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Reindeer Plush

8" Reindeer Express branded plush reindeer. A great way to commemorate the special day!

You’re invited to Dracula’s Birthday Bash! Join us aboard the vintage Nickel Plate Express for a spine-tingling night of suspense, laughter, and mystery as the supernatural elite gather deep in the heart of Transylvania. But beware—before the night ends, one of the guests will fall victim to foul ...

Noblesville
Nickel Plate Express
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Commemorative Ornament

Take home our annual ornament for your tree. A great collector item!

You’re invited to Dracula’s Birthday Bash! Join us aboard the vintage Nickel Plate Express for a spine-tingling night of suspense, laughter, and mystery as the supernatural elite gather deep in the heart of Transylvania. But beware—before the night ends, one of the guests will fall victim to foul ...

Noblesville
Nickel Plate Express
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Read and Ride

Enjoy a cozy train ride with a good book!

Unplug, unwind, and escape into a good book aboard our relaxing train ride. This two-hour ride rolls through scenic Northern Hamilton County, offering the perfect backdrop for a peaceful evening. Choose your car: Gaylor Coach Car (Ages 18+) – A quiet space for adult readers. Light drinks and snacks ...

Noblesville
2 hours
LGBTQ-Friendly
Nickel Plate Express
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A Taste of Italy Fall Dinner

Enjoy a fall train ride featuring an Italian dinner from Matteo's Ristorante Italiano

Step aboard the Nickel Plate Express for an intimate evening of vintage rail travel and Italian-inspired dining from Matteo’s Ristorante. During this relaxed two-hour roundtrip, guests will enjoy a four-course meal featuring Mediterranean salad, tortellini Matteo’s, chicken marsala, and tiramisu ...

Noblesville
2 hours
Private Tours
Nickel Plate Express
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Charcuterie Box

Enjoy a delicious Fall Charcuterie box with your ride! Serves one person.

Step aboard the Nickel Plate Express for an intimate evening of vintage rail travel and Italian-inspired dining from Matteo’s Ristorante. During this relaxed two-hour roundtrip, guests will enjoy a four-course meal featuring Mediterranean salad, tortellini Matteo’s, chicken marsala, and tiramisu ...

Noblesville
Nickel Plate Express
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Cider & Supper

A local fall meal + fall cider

Settle in for a cozy autumn evening aboard the Nickel Plate Express on a relaxed two-hour roundtrip through northern Hamilton County. Cider and Supper pairs scenic fall views with a locally prepared, farm-to-table dinner from Jefferson St. BBQ and the charm of dining aboard a historic train. Guests can ...

Noblesville
2 hours
Nickel Plate Express
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Bourbon n'Blues

Bourbon, blues, and autumn views.

Enjoy a fall evening on the rails with Bourbon 'n Blues, a one-night-only, two-hour roundtrip featuring bourbon tasting, snack-sized pairings, and live blues music. Guests will enjoy savory and sweet courses served throughout the ride to complement each pour. This is a tasting experience, not a ...

Noblesville
2 hours
Nickel Plate Express
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Holiday Trivia

“You serious, Clark?” Serious about holiday trivia, yes.

Hop aboard Holiday Trivia on the Rails for a festive 90-minute ride aboard the Nickel Plate Express where guests test their holiday movie, music, and seasonal-knowledge while enjoying popcorn, cookies, and a lively atmosphere. This 21+ experience features individually played trivia so every passenger ...

Noblesville
90 minutes
Nickel Plate Express
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