The Nickel Plate Express railroad excursion in northeast Hamilton County will kick off 2018 ticket sales with a Christmas in July celebration. Tickets for the new Reindeer Ride Express, which takes riders from Atlanta and past the historic Arcadia Depot and back, are on sale now. Daytime and evening excursions are available.
Nickel Plate Express will begin its inaugural excursion season this September. The railroad will celebrate this milestone by pre-selling holiday Reindeer Ride Express tickets. The Reindeer Ride will offer adults and children alike a magical holiday experience complete with Old Saint Nick and a Christmas light display with regular and VIP seating options.
Tickets for fall excursions, including Pumpkin Express, Uncorked Express and Ales & Rails, are expected to go on sale mid-August.
“We are thrilled to finally go public with ticket sales,” said Executive Director Deanna Holt. “We want to help families in Hamilton County create a new holiday tradition and make memories aboard the Nickel Plate Express.”
The train will be lighted and will feature elevated seating in coach and dining cars. The Town of Atlanta will welcome visitors with hot chocolate, tours of holiday-themed railroad layouts at Mr. Muffin’s trains, food at the Choo Choo Café and visitor amenities.
Tickets and details about dates and times for the Reindeer Ride Express can be found at NickelPlateExpress.com.