Holiday Express is a community event in Hill City, SD on November 25, 2026. $50 $33 Child (2-12).
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About This Event
Experience the magic as you take a one-hour round trip journey from Hill City all the way to the North Pole where Santa will board the train for the return journey, taking time to visit with each child on the way. Passengers enjoy hot cocoa, a sugar cookie, candy cane and Christmas fun on the way to the North Pole. All kids will receive a bell to ring for Santa and be able to talk with Mrs. Claus and Santa.
Holiday Express First Class
Upgrade to our premium service! Ride in our First Class passenger cars HILYO and ROCHFORD and receive enhanced Holiday Express service. Your hot chocolate is served in a commemorative 1880 Train mug with unlimited refills and your choice of whipped cream, marshmallows, or both! Plus, guests receive a premium holiday bell and additional time with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Check schedule for dates and times available.
Holiday Express Spiked!
Enjoy everything that comes with the regular ride plus hot cocoa spiked with your choice of Peppermint or Butterscotch Schnapps in a keepsake mug! Adults only (21+) permitted. Spiked! passenger cars are featured on select 4:15 pm runs. This is a great office Christmas party outing or the perfect way to celebrate the holidays with friends and family. Must be 21 years of age or older. Call 605-574-2222 today or purchase online!
Winter Express
These runs are available this year offering regular and Spiked! options. Even though Santa has Gone Fishin', this Winter train ride provides some after Christmas fun! They are a one-hour, round trip journey from Hill City to the North Pole. Passengers will receive hot chocolate, a sugar cookie, and candy cane, and kids will receive a small bell to ring in the New Year!
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222 Railroad Avenue
Hill City, SD 57745
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1880 Train
Powered by Steam. A Black Hills Tradition Since 1957. Minutes from Mount Rushmore and Custer State Park, the 1880 Train connects Hill City and Keystone on a 20-mile round trip through the pine-cover...
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