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Kentucky Steam Santa Express

Sat, Dec 06

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Kentucky Steam Heritage Corp.

Hop aboard the Santa Express 2025 on December 6 & 13 for an unforgettable holiday train ride with Santa & Mrs. Claus, live attractions, a petting zoo, and local crafts. Tickets start at $15—free for kids 3 & under!

Kentucky Steam Santa Express
Kentucky Steam Santa Express

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Dec 06, 2025, 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Kentucky Steam Heritage Corp., 499 Kirkland Ave, Irvine, KY 40336, USA

About the event

Climb aboard the Santa Express 2025 for a holiday adventure your family won’t forget! Running December 6 & 13 with departures every hour from noon to 7 PM, this festive train ride brings the magic of the season to Estill County. Each ticket is assigned to a specific departure time, so be sure to arrive 15–20 minutes early.


Along the way, enjoy a variety of holiday attractions: watch a historic 1904 steam tractor in operation, visit Red Haven Farms’ petting zoo featuring mini Highland cows, ponies, a donkey, goats, and ducks, shop from local craft vendors, and meet Santa & Mrs. Claus at the North Pole at the end of the rail yard.


Tickets are just $20 for adults (13+), $15 for kids (4–12), and free for children 3 & under. Estill County residents receive $5 off per ticket with proof of residency.


Gather your loved ones, hop on board, and experience the wonder of…


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499 Kirkland Ave  
Irvine, KY 40336
1-833-KY STEAM
The Kentucky Steam Heritage Corporation (KSHC) is a Kentucky based 501 c(3) non-profit organization operating with the intent to educate, entertain and inspire past, current and future generations by operating historic rail equipment. The hallmark of our efforts is the restoration of Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Steam Locomotive 2716 to operation. The restoration and operation of 2716 and other historic pieces will prove to be living history and will serve as an educational tool, enhancing heritage tourism and stimulating economic growth.
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