1 / 3Allentown & Auburn Railroad
📍 Kutztown, NY
Heritage railroad running themed seasonal rides for young children, including Santa Express, Easter Bunny, and pumpkin rides. Character interactions, gift distribution, and hot chocolate included on select rides. Best for ages 2–8.
We had so much fun on the train ride today. The people are so friendly & informative. We rode with the Easter Bunny today; it was so nice to have pictures with the Easter Bunny & our 3-year-old. This year we got to take our 4 year old on the "Hot Chocolate Train". A nighttime ride with Santa visiting each & every child during the ride. As always, the staff is super friendly & great with the kids. Santa took his time & made each visit special for each child. The hot chocolate & cookies were delicious, while listening to Santa read the "Night Before Christmas".
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with children aged 2–8 who respond to character experiences—Santa and the Easter Bunny interactions are hands-on and unhurried, not a quick wave-past. Book a themed ride rather than a standard trip for the full experience. The train horn is genuinely loud, so prepare young children in advance.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Kevin Fujita
a year ago
“We had so much fun on the train ride today. The people are so friendly & informative. We rode with the Easter Bunny today; it was so nice to have pictures with the Easter Bunny & our 3-year-old. This year we got to take our 4 year old on the "Hot Chocolate Train". A nighttime ride with Santa visiting each & every child during the ride. As always, the staff is super friendly & great with the kids. Santa took his time & made each visit special for each child. The hot chocolate & cookies were delicious, while listening to Santa read the "Night Before Christmas".”
Aakash Banerjee
4 months ago
“I really liked the Santa express train ride. They were very nice to me like they talked to me. They were very patient like they gave me a circle where I said I met Santa I need to be on the nice side the gave great treats on the train they took pictures with me and mom I would love to recommend this train to anyone who is interested in seeing Santa on the train by Aakash Banerjee”
Steph Mcm
a year ago
“The Santa train was amazing and truly nostalgic!! The gentleman acting as Santa is truly believable. Singing Jingle Bells on tge back to station and to have the train whistle incorporated in the song was so wonderful. To see the children with wide eyes and smiles really made my heart happy. Thank you sooo much!!!”
Rachel Smiley
a year ago
“Allentown railroad is a beautiful experience. Comfortable velvet seats and the windows can be opened for fresh air. The pumpkin ride includes a free pumpkin for each person. Be aware that the train horn is very loud!”
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Overview
Allentown & Auburn Railroad runs seasonal character-themed rides where Santa, the Easter Bunny, and other seasonal figures board the train and interact individually with children. Rides feature velvet seating, openable windows, gift and treat distribution, and photo opportunities. The pumpkin ride includes a free pumpkin per person. Runs on a seasonal calendar rather than year-round.