Is that the sound of nostalgia or the hum of a holiday train? It's hard to tell, but you can get your fill of it at the amazing holiday train displays throughout Westchester County. Read on for a description of each of these spectactular displays that bring joy to people of all ages throughout the holiday season.
New Castle Historical Society's Great Holiday Train Show
Chappaqua
Now in its' fourth year, New Castle Historical Society's Great Holiday Train Show lights up the Horace Greeley House with holiday magic. Children and adults alike will enjoy the extensive displays that wind through the various rooms of the house.
Details:
November 16th - January 4th
Children's tickets $9.39
Member tickets $11.29
Non-member tickets $16.74
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Greenburgh Nature Center Holiday Train Show
Scarsdale
For an extra special day, head on over to Greenburgh Nature Center on November 18th or 19th to also enjoy the Holiday Market. The annual holiday train show display takes place in the Manor House and will delight families watching the train whiz through the countryside setup.
Details:
Nov 16-17, 23-24, Nov 30-Dec 1, and Dec 7-8
Times: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Price: Members: $3, Non-Members: $10 (children under 2 are free)
includes Animal Museum admission + train show
Train Show tickets can be purchased at the Manor House entrance on the day you attend.
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Lasdon Park Holidays on the Hill Train Show
Katonah
This annual tradition grows in size each year and now features twelve train tracks throughout the conservatory. Dress for indoor and outdoor weather as a portion of the display is outside.
Details:
Reservations strongly recommended. Please arrive on time for your viewing slot.
Dates: November 25th - December 31st, 2023
Tickets: Free admission for children under 2
Children $10
Seniors $15
Adults $20
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Bronx
No list of holiday train shows would be complete without the beloved tradition of the Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical Gardens. NYBG is sharing an all new, outdoor display for the first time that visitors can enjoy prior to heading into the conservatory to watch trains zip past over 200 iconic New York landmarks.
Details:
Dates: November 16th - January 20th
10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Tickets: $15-$35 Free under 2
Must be reserved in advance.
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