50’s Sock Hop Express – 2026
April 25th Debuting this season at the Texas State Railroad, the 50’s Sock Hop Express invites you to step back in time and rock around the clock with us! Dust off your saddle shoes, roll up those jeans, and get ready for a night of classic fun inspired by the fabulous fifties. Enjoy vintage tunes, […]
Oktoberfest Beer Train – 2026
October 24th All Aboard!!! Join us for the inaugural Oktoberfest Beer Train on October 24th, 2026! As we begin our approximate 5-hour round-trip journey through the Piney Woods of East TX, you will experience a festive ride filled with Bavarian spirit while sampling (2oz) a variety of German beers along the way! Whether you’re a craft beer […]
Fall Harvest Lunch Train – 2026
Experience the rich flavors and breathtaking scenery of East Texas aboard Texas State Railroad’s FALL HARVEST LUNCH TRAIN. This 4-hour round-trip journey offers more than just a meal—it’s a feast for the senses, with a front-row view of the Piney Woods’ vibrant autumn colors and a delicious, seasonally-inspired menu. Join us for an unforgettable dining […]
Rockin’ The Rails with Brayden Stewart
Join us on September 27th for our 2nd “ROCKIN’ THE RAILS” 2025 excursion train featuring BRAYDEN STEWART!!! What could be better than taking a vintage train ride to a private concert with 300+ of your best friends?!? This roundtrip excursion leaves from Palestine, TX Depot at 5:00pm on September 27th. We will journey for 1 hour and 20 minutes to […]
Wine In the Pines 2026
April 24th, July 18th, and September 12th Join us for our adult-only “Wines in the Pines” excursion train departing from the Palestine, Texas, Railroad Depot promptly at 5:00 pm. As we begin our 4-hour round-trip journey through the Piney Woods of East TX, you will enjoy samplings (2oz) of a variety of wines from a Texas […]
Piney Woods Dinner Train – 2026
June 26th and September 11th Piney Woods Evening Dinner Excursion – Texas State Railroad invites you to join us for our 4-hour evening round-trip train excursion through the Piney Woods of East Texas. This excursion departs the Palestine Railroad Depot promptly at 5:00 PM. We will traverse the tracks, enjoying the evening hours on our […]
Pints in the Pines – 2026
June 27th and August 8th What could be better than enjoying the beautiful East Texas Piney Woods from a vintage train whilst wetting your whistle with some tasty local ales? Make memories with friends by taking a journey on our “Pints in the Pines” excursion. This is an adult-only excursion departing promptly from Palestine, TX […]
Speakeasy Special 2026
Attention all you Bootleggers, Flappers, Raccoon Coats, Bathtub Gin Bathers, Flagpole Sitters, and Marathon Dancers!!! Join us as we journey back in time 100 years to an era of prosperity, indulgence, and carefree living on “The Speakeasy Special.” Dress to impress in your preferred 20’s attire! Our adventure begins at the PALESTINE, TX, rail depot […]
Father’s Day Lunch Train – 2026
Have you thought about what you are going to get, Dear Ole Dad, for Father’s Day? Why don’t you treat him to lunch and a vintage Steam Train Ride aboard our Father’s Day lunch train on June 20th! Dad is sure to enjoy time with his family whilst being whisked back in time as we […]
Mother’s Day Lunch Train – 2026
Looking for something unique to do for Mom this Mother’s Day? Why don’t you throw Mama ON the Train and join us for our Mother’s Day Lunch Excursion on May 9th! Whisk Mama away back in time as we journey through the East Texas Piney Woods on this 4-hour round-trip excursion. Mama is sure to enjoy […]