CIVIL WAR DAYS - FIRST CLASS

The summer of 1863 comes alive at the Strasburg Rail Road! What if the battle of Gettysburg never happened and the Union troops needed to defend Lancaster and the northern railroads? This immersive, one-weekend-only event creates a story around “what happened if the bridge never burned.”

The summer of 1863 comes alive at the Strasburg Rail Road! What if the battle of Gettysburg never happened and the Union troops needed to defend Lancaster and the northern railroads? This immersive, one-weekend-only event creates a story around “what happened if the bridge never burned.”

Enjoy the climate-controlled Dining Car and a delicious meal while experiencing the “Summer of ’63” at the Strasburg Rail Road! This immersive, one-weekend-only event creates a story around “what happened if the bridge never burned.”

The summer of 1863 comes alive as the Union Army defends the railroad from the advancing Confederate troops aboard the historic steam locomotive as it travels through 2,500 acres of the picturesque Lancaster County Amish countryside.

BEFORE the civil war events commence at Strasburg on June 8 and 9, join the visiting military OFFICERS who will lead the battles the next day. This dinner is an exclusive, private event in Lefever Hall.

From the moment you enter, you are immediately thrust into a turn-of-the-century reality that you cannot escape. Or can you? Unleash your inner detective as you enter the mystery and try to escape an old stationary PRR Caboose in our Town Square.

Private Charter opportunities aboard Strasburg Rail Road’s historic Caboose No. 12. It is ideal for groups of up to 10 guests.

An upscale experience aboard the historic steam train! Book your group seats today.

Join Café 1832’s Executive Team for a freshly prepared and elegant meal aboard Strasburg Rail Road’s historic Lee E. Brenner Dining Car.

In the railroad industry, the word “hostling” means the process of preparing a steam locomotive for operation. On this tour, guests receive a unique, up-close, and behind-the-scenes view of how a steam locomotive is prepared for the day’s operation. This tour is limited to just 10 people.

Guests are traveling by rail for the big premiere of a new Broadway show and to attend an intimate reception with its star. As the train departs, guests are treated to drinks from the bar, hors d’oeuvres, and soon after, a body. Who could the killer be? The high-powered press agent, the famous actor, her jealous manager, or even the barman? It’s anyone’s guess!

If you’re looking for a place to enjoy fun group activities with friends and family, then you’ve come to the right place! A visit to the Strasburg Rail Road is certainly an experience to be shared. From birthday celebrations and wedding ceremonies to school field trips and staff and corporate outings, our train rides for groups are a great way to make memories together.

Go behind the scenes on a tour of our renowned mechanical shop and learn all about how we build and refurbish our historic trains!

Join us as we sample unique whiskeys in a luxurious train car aboard a historic steam train while traveling through beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania!