Quick Details
Holiday Christmas Lights Train
The Holiday Lights Train Ride is a festive way to enjoy the holiday season starting after Christmas Day. The train ride takes you through a variety of light displays, from twinkling snowflakes to towering Christmas trees. The Holiday Lights Train Ride is a great activity for families or groups of friends. It’s a fun and unique way to see the holiday lights and get into the spirit of the season.
Breakdown of the 65-minute experience on the Holiday Christmas Lights Train includes 6-miles roundtrip, crossing four bridges, passing through pre-Civil War, horseshoe-shaped tunnel, and historic turntable demonstration. Come on ride the train!
Please note, trips scheduled after Christmas will not include a visit from Santa or refreshments.
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Does the train run if it is raining?
- Tennessee Valley Railroad trains operate rain or shine. The coaches are fully covered, enclosed from the elements, and have heat if needed.
Are there restroom facilities on the train?
- Restroom facilities are available at our depots for Holiday Lights Train passengers.
What our make dinner options for this trip?
- Dinner is NOT included on our Holiday Lights train ride, but our on-site deli serves a variety of delicious seasonal choices. Please keep in mind the Depot Deli closes at 7:15 p.m. Our East Chattanooga depot will be open, during your ride, where you can enjoy hot cocoa, coffee, bottled beverages, and an assortment of desserts. If you’re scheduled for the 9 p.m. departure, we suggest having dinner in the deli before your ride.
If we are running late, will you hold the train for us?
- Unfortunately, as much as we try to accommodate all our visitors, we generally can’t delay a train full of passengers. Please arrive EARLY to avoid disappointment. Note that Chattanooga is in the Eastern Time Zone and traffic can be a concern coming into Chattanooga Area.
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