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CHATTANOOGA’S NORFOLK SOUTHERN CHRISTMAS EVENT

December 11, 2023

Celebrating the Holidays with TVRM and Norfolk Southern
Santa Claus and Festive Trains: NS Family Day at TVRM
Norfolk Southern Employees' Festive Gathering at TVRM
Experience the Joy of Railroading at NS Santa Train Day
Experience Holiday Cheer on the NS Family Santa Train at TVRM
Join the NS Family Santa Train for Holiday Fun at TVRM
TVMR's Santa Train: A Holiday Treat for NS Families
Norfolk Southern's Holiday Celebration Aboard the Santa Train

Reflecting on the Joy: Chattanooga’s Christmas Celebrations with Norfolk Southern

For many years TVRM has been proud to be host the annual Norfolk Southern Family Santa Train for local NS employees and their families. Sponsored by the Local Safety and Service Committee NS guests are treated to a train ride and can visit with Santa Claus who is set up in the Exhibit Building. Employees were encouraged to bring contributions to Toys for Tots or the Chattanooga Food Bank.

Being hosts for this annual event is way for TVRM to show our appreciation for the strong relationship between TVRM and NS and give employee families an opportunity to enjoy a festive train ride while experience railroading up close.

Most Popular

From $26 per person

All Ages
1–1.5 Hours
Educational, Relaxed

Missionary Ridge Local Train Ride

January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2026 EST

Enjoy a 65-minute narrated train ride through Chattanooga featuring historic bridges, a pre-Civil War tunnel, a live turntable demonstration, and a guided visit to our active restoration shop — an engaging, family-friendly introduction to railroading at TVRM.

From $110 per person

All Ages
2-3 Hours

Chattanooga Dinner Train Experience

March 6, 2026 - October 24, 2026 EST

The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum Dinner Train is a unique opportunity to enjoy a railroad excursion trip and fine dining en route. The train travels through the Tennessee Valley, making this a perfect outing for anyone who loves trains and good food.

Reserve Your Table Live availability · Limited seating

Delano Trip

From $62 per person

All Ages
4-6 Hours

Hiwassee Loop Train Ride Through Tennessee’s Hiwassee River Gorge

March 29, 2026 - November 22, 2026 EST

Embark on a 4.5-hour journey through the lower Hiwassee River gorge, featuring the remarkable Hiwassee Loop. This 50-mile round trip starts at 1:30 p.m. and ends at 6 p.m., showcasing the natural beauty and railway marvels of Tennessee.

From $60 per person

All Ages
4-6 Hours

Chickamauga Turn

March 21, 2026 - November 1, 2026 EST

Ride a 6-hour round-trip train from Chattanooga to Chickamauga, Georgia, with a 90-minute stop to explore the Gordon-Lee Mansion, Crawfish Springs, and downtown shops. Lunch options are available onboard, making this an easy, well-paced day trip by rail.

From $90 per person

All Ages
Full-Day Experience

Summerville Steam Special

May 9, 2026 - November 8, 2026 EST

Experience the beauty of the Summerville Steam Special, a 9-hour train ride from Chattanooga to Summerville, GA. Enjoy a layover for exploration, with optional dining services and a tea-in-a-box selection available onboard for Georgia trains.

Delano Trip

From $80 per person

All Ages
Full-Day Experience

Copperhill Special

April 1, 2026 - December 11, 2026 EST

Enjoy a full-day scenic train journey through the Hiwassee River Gorge on the Copperhill Special. Travel historic rails, take in mountain and river views, and enjoy a 90-minute layover in Copperhill and McCaysville to explore shops, dining, and the state line before returning.