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Haunted Rails & Tales: Eerie Local Legends – DINING CAR
Local folklore, fables, and phenomena come alive for a unique steam train experience during Strasburg Rail Road’s Haunted Rails & Tails, based on the published works of Matt Lake. Lake will serve as the ghostly host as he guides guests through the weird, eerie, and spooky tales of Lancaster County and its environs.
Author and storyteller Matt Lake has appeared in film, on television, and on stage as an actor, host, and interview subject. He is the author of several books, including Weird Pennsylvania and Weird Maryland. After extensive stage work in the Philadelphia area, where he won Best Supporting Actor in the 2017 regional BroadwayWorld awards, he began appearing in short films and feature-length movies.
OPENING NIGHT! MEET & GREET and book signing with author Matt Lake: October 4, 2024, from 4:00 – 6:00 PM in Lefever Hall. “BYOB – Bring Your Own Book” and Mr. Lake will sign your copy of Weird Pennsylvania and/or Weird Maryland for you.
Mr. Lake will personally be at Strasburg Rail Road on the following additional dates:
October 5 – 6
October 11 – 12
October 24
October 31
A pre-boarding act/performance will commence 15 minutes before departure. Please plan to arrive early for check-in and then enjoy the pre-boarding performance at the “town square stage” before you embark on a memorable journey!
Upon return, gather around the “town square stage” for a unique post-show!
Please note: Due to the subject matter of this event and its presentation, this event is recommended for ages 8 and older. This show may contain fog, strobe lights, and loud music. Parental discretion is advised.
October – December 2024 (Fall Quarter)
For the Adults – $20 each – Pennsylvania State Sales Tax and Gratuity are included in the price of the meal. Non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks are available for purchase.
- Beef and Cheddar Sandwich — Thin slices of seasoned roast beef simmered in Au Jus, served on an Italian roll with cheese wiz and horseradish sauce, served with chips and a fresh-baked cookie.
- BBQ Pulled Chicken Sandwich — Slow-cooked BBQ basted chicken on a fresh Kaiser roll with pickles and thinly sliced red onion, served with chips and a fresh-baked cookie.
- Chicken Caesar Salad — A classic tossed salad with romaine lettuce, shaved parmesan cheese, and croutons topped with grilled chicken breast, served with chips and a fresh-baked cookie.
- Hummus Veggie Wrap — Broccoli, kohlrabi, Brussels sprouts, kale, radicchio, carrots, and house-made hummus in a spinach wrap served with chips and a fresh-baked cookie.
For the Kids – $12.75 each – Pennsylvania State Sales Tax and Gratuity are included in the price of the meal. Non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase.
- All Beef Hotdog — served with chips, a fresh-baked cookie, and a choice of Water, Milk, or Juice.
- Uncrustable PB&J — served with chips, a fresh-baked cookie, and a choice of Water, Milk, or Juice.
- Mac & Cheese — served with chips, a fresh-baked cookie, and a choice of Water, Milk, or Juice.
- Turkey and Cheese on a Kaiser Roll — served with chips, a fresh-baked cookie, and a choice of Water, Milk, or Juice.
For your convenience, all Guests MUST select a meal choice at the time of booking (online checkout). Meal and gratuity included: Guests must select a meal choice at the time of booking.
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Our Dining Car
“Lee E. Brenner” No. 93
The Lee E. Brenner Dining Car — America’s oldest operating all-wood dining railcar — recreates the traditional dining experience you would have experienced aboard an early 20th-century railroad. During the Edwardian Era, dining on the rails was quite sophisticated. What now serves as Strasburg Rail Road’s dining car, was built by the Laconia Car Company in 1926 and ran on the Boston & Maine Railroad until 1972. After its retirement in 1972, it arrived at the Strasburg Rail Road. It was rebuilt in 1993 and renamed for Strasburg’s second president, Lee E. Brenner.