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Upcoming Events at TVRM

Stay up to date with the upcoming events at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum, where historic train journeys offer a window into America’s rich railroad past. From steam locomotive excursions to special heritage events, each occasion is designed to educate and inspire. Our knowledgeable team provides reliable insights into the latest developments and activities that celebrate the preservation of railroad history. Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or a curious visitor, these events offer a unique opportunity to experience the magic of vintage rail travel firsthand.

A Saturday Night to Remember: Sunset Sips, Ice Cream Rides, and a Conductor’s First Call

💫 What a Saturday night to remember! 💫 This past weekend, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) brought together fine dining, twilight rides, and exciting firsts in Chattanooga. Guests stepped aboard for Dinner in the Depot, toasted the evening with the debut of Sunset Sips, and breezed along the rails with Ride & Chill: Ice…

A Complete August Guide to Train Rides at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum

A Complete August Guide to Train Rides at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) isn’t just a place to see trains — it’s a place to ride them. Since 1961, TVRM has preserved not only historic rail equipment but also the experience of rail travel itself. Every ticket purchased supports…

Step Into Railroading’s Story — This Weekend at TVRM

Bright skies, a warm breeze, and the sound of steel wheels on rails — it’s the perfect weekend to ride with the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum. From Saturday’s full schedule to Sunday’s relaxed departures, every trip connects you to more than a destination. It connects you to the living story of America’s railroads. Saturday Trips…

Ride, Dine & Preserve Rail History This August 16

An August Evening of Flavor, Fun & Railroading at TVRM On Saturday, August 16, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum invites you to an evening that combines entertainment with preservation. Whether you choose gourmet dining, sunset cocktails, or ice cream with the family, each Special August Ride gives you a ticket into railroading’s living history. Dinner…

Step into Magic — A Wizarding Ride Awaits at TVRM

🧙‍♂️ All Aboard for Magic! This fall, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum opens the gates once more to Rails, Wizards & Spells — an imaginative, family-friendly experience where fantasy meets railroading tradition. From the moment you pass through the Enchanted Forest entrance to the final spell aboard your train car, every detail is curated to…

A Day on the Chickamauga Turn – Powered by Diesel No. 5000

Feel the Power of the Past: Ride the Chickamauga Turn with Diesel No. 5000 🚉 Why This Ride Matters There’s something grounding about riding steel rails through green pastures and into a town where history whispers from every brick and depot. When Diesel Engine No. 5000 leads the Chickamauga Turn, passengers aren’t just getting from…

A Summer Day to Remember – Riding Through Time at TVRM

☀️ All Aboard for a Full Day of Fun and History The first Saturday of August is made for memory-making, and there’s no better place to spend it than at the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum. With a lineup of classic train rides, warm sunshine, and Chattanooga charm, you’re invited to turn an ordinary Saturday into…

A Night to Remember — Dinner in the Depot Returns August 16

A Night to Remember — Dinner in the Depot Returns August 16 🍽️ Experience an Evening Like No Other On August 16, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum invites you to Dinner in the Depot — an elegant evening of fine dining, nostalgic atmosphere, and the rhythmic sound of wheels on rails. Set in our beautifully…

Dome Seats, Mansion Suites — Your Two-Day Steam Journey into North Georgia Autumn

Dome Seats, Mansion Suites — Your Two-Day Steam Journey into North Georgia Autumn Fog lifts off the Chattanooga Valley as you settle into a plush swivel chair beneath the curved glass of the 1877 dome. By dusk you’ll dine in Chickamauga, sleep where Civil War generals once planned battle lines, and awaken to rooster crows…

Feel the Power of 1904 — Steam #630’s Mighty Pulse Echoes Through Chattanooga

Feel the Power of 1904 — Steam #630’s Mighty Pulse Echoes Through Chattanooga Sunlight flickers through Missionary Ridge Tunnel as #630 thunders ahead, whistle echoing off sandstone walls. You’re aboard the Missionary Ridge Local, a short-line excursion that compresses 120 years of railroad evolution into a single, sensory-rich hour. What begins as a gentle roll…