Evening Ridge Runner

Final Evening Steam Ride at TVRM As the golden sun dips behind the ridges of Chattanooga, a final whistle will echo through the valley — the last Evening Ridge Runner of the season is ready to depart. And it’s going out in unforgettable style: with Southern Railway 2-8-0 No. 630 in the lead. This Saturday…

Steam, Community & Celebration: Founder’s Day Weekend Returns! The heartbeat of Southeastern railroading is ready to roar again as Founder’s Day Weekend returns to the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM)! From Friday through Sunday, families, photographers, and history buffs alike can step aboard a living piece of American heritage. At the center of it all?…

💫 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 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…

Chattanooga was once the crossroads of Southern railroading, and the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) has preserved that spirit since its 1961. This weekend, you can sample that legacy three different ways: ride behind 113-year-old steam star #630 on the Missionary Ridge Local, watch twilight roll in from the Evening Ridge Runner, and savor chef-crafted…

Feel the Steam, Savor the Sunset: Your Perfect TVRM Weekend Rail Itinerary Train Departure Experience Length Ideal For Steam Star #4501 – Summerville Steam Special 9:30 AM 9 hrs Day-trippers & rail enthusiasts Steam Engine #630 – Missionary Ridge Local 9:30, 11:00, 12:30, 2:00, 3:30 55 min Families & first-time riders Evening Ridge Runner 6:00…

When the skies are unpredictable, the best escape is one that stays steady on the rails. At the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM), every weekend offers an opportunity to ride into comfort, charm, and nostalgia—no umbrella required. From elegant evening departures to hands-on family fun, and even traditional high tea before a journey, TVRM welcomes…

Sunset & Spirits: A Toast to the Evening Ridge Runner Ride Chattanooga’s favorite evening train ride just got a whole lot more flavorful. The Evening Ridge Runner, operated by the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM), is now offering Spikes and Spirits on select ride dates. This exciting beverage experience invites guests to unwind with fine…

All Aboard the Evening Ridge Runner: A Twilight Train Ride in Chattanooga As the day fades into dusk and golden light spills across the Tennessee Valley, there’s no better way to experience Chattanooga’s charm than on the Evening Ridge Runner. This sunset train ride returns May 30, 2025, and operates every Friday and Saturday evening…

A Mother’s Day to Remember: Dining, Rail Travel, and Family Fun at TVRM Looking for a meaningful way to celebrate the amazing moms in your life? This Mother’s Day Weekend, the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum (TVRM) invites you to step aboard a collection of rail experiences designed to delight, relax, and inspire. With options ranging…