Upcoming Events

 

Below are a few of the many special events hosted by the New Hope and Ivyland Railroad. Click on an event for more details.

 

The Grapevine Express

Join us for a Romantic Wine and Cheese Excursion at 5:00pm on Saturdays and Sundays May 29th thru October 31st. Ride the rails in first class comfort in our beautifully restored, air conditioned Parlor Car for a 50 minute tour. Enjoying fine cheeses, toasted crackers and exclusive vintages from various regions. Each month a differnet region will be featured, as follows:

June: Napa Valley, CA wines
July: Tuscan (Italian) wines
August: Spanish wines
September: French wines
October: Sonoma, CA wines

Additional Alcoholic and Non Alcoholic beverages are also available onboard. All passengers must be 21 years of age or older.

Ticket Price Includes:
-50 minute train ride in First Class Parlor Car
-You choice of 2 glasses of wine
-Gourmet Cheese platter with fruit and toasted cracker assortment
-All tax and gratuity

Ticket prices: $43.00 per person (General Seating - table for four)
GENERAL SEATING - Passengers may be required to sit with other guests at a table for four.

$60.00 per person (Private Seating - table for two)
PRIVATE SEATING - Passengers are guaranted a private table for two.

Frequently asked questions:
ᄋ Train departs promptly at 5:00pm
ᄋ All taxes and gratuities are included in ticket fare.
ᄋ Cash bar is available onboard the train.
ᄋ Each table seats 4. Groups larger than 4 will be divided into adjacent table.
ᄋ Parking is available at the train station (daily parking fees apply).
ᄋ Smoking is not permitted onboard the train.
ᄋ Tickets are non-refundable/non-exchangeable.

*Tickets are not mailed and will be available for pick up at the Ticket Office upon arrival

The Railroad reserves the right to alter schedules and substitute equipment as operating conditions demand.

Evening Star Dinner Trains

Passengers can ride the rails in first class comfort, enjoying dinner and cocktails while appreciating the strolling scene provided by the Bucks County countryside.

Ticket prices includes:
ᄋ Two-hour round trip, train ride to Buckingham Valley, PA.
ᄋ Three course meal.
ᄋ Coffee service, all taxes and gratuities

Menu selections are as follows (select entree when ordering tickets):

Salad:


Entrees:
Marinated Grilled Flank Steak

Grilled Salmon

Orrecchiette Pasta

Dessert (inlcudes coffee):
Creme Brulee

Ticket prices: $75.00 per person (Railroad Seating) Passengers may be seated with other guests at a table of four.

$108.00 per person (Private Seating - table for two) Passengers are guaranted a private table for two.

The Evening Star Dinner Train operates on the following dates in 2010:

-May 1st & 15th
-June 5th & 19th
-July 3rd, 17th & 31st
-August 7th & 21st
-September 4th & 18th
-October 2nd & 16th
-November 6th

Frequently asked questions:
ᄋ Train will be available for boarding at 7:00pm
ᄋ Train departs promptly at 7:30pm and returns to New Hope at 9:30pm
ᄋ All taxes and gratuities are included in ticket fare.
ᄋ Cash bar is available onboard the train.
ᄋ Dressy casual attire is suggested.
ᄋ Professional photos will be available onboard the train.
ᄋ Parking is available at the train station (daily parking fees apply).
ᄋ Smoking is not permitted onboard the train.
ᄋ Tickets are non-refundable/non-exchangeable.

*Tickets are not mailed and will be available for pick up in our Gift Shop upon arrival

The Railroad reserves the right to alter schedules and substitute equipment as operating conditions demand.

Murder Mystery Dinner Trains

The New Hope & Ivyland Railroad and Act 1 Productions bring you another season of mystery on the rails. An edge-of-your-seat, whodunit evening of suspense and comedy!

This Show in July only!!
Dr. Dementia, Elvira, Drackie and Sister Ghoul have a serious problem.

Some cruel, vindictive, totally evil person has mashed the Doctors beloved Monster.

Yes, the slab the monster mashed
It was a gravestone smash
It caught his head in a flash
The slab the monster mashed

Food, fun, great staff, rolling ride through the country and the antics of Act 1 Productions all combine to give you and your family a great night out.

Ticket prices includes:
ᄋ Two-hour round trip, train ride to Buckingham Valley, PA.
ᄋ Three course meal.
ᄋ Interactive dining experience with Act 1 Productions, Murder Mystery show.
ᄋ Coffee services, all taxes and gratuities.

Menu selections are as follows (select entree when ordering tickets):

Salad: Fugi Apple


Entrees:
Marinated Grilled Flank Steak

Grilled Salmon

Orrecchiette Pasta

Dessert (inlcudes coffee):
Creme Brulee

Ticket prices: $92.00 per person
(Railroad Seating) Passengers may be seated with other guests at a table of four.

$120.00 per person (Private Seating - table for two) Passengers are guaranted a private table for two.

2010 dates are as follows:
May 21st
July 23rd
Sept. 17th
Nov. 12th

Frequently asked questions:
ᄋ Train will be available for boarding at 7:00pm
ᄋ Train departs promptly at 7:30pm and returns to New Hope at 9:30pm
ᄋ All taxes and gratuities are included in ticket fare.
ᄋ Cash bar is available onboard the train.
ᄋ Dressy casual attire is suggested.
ᄋ Professional photos will be available onboard the train.
ᄋ Parking is available at the train station (daily parking fees apply).
ᄋ Smoking is not permitted onboard the train.
ᄋ Tickets are non-refundable, non-exchangeable.
*Tickets are not mailed and will be available for pick up in our Gift Shop upon arrival

*The railroad reserves the right to alter schedules and substitute equipment as operating conditions demand.


North Pole Express

Ride the rails with Santa, Mrs. Claus and a host of holiday revelers for a truly unique holiday experience the whole family is sure to enjoy! Children and adults of all ages are invited to ride the special holiday train, listen to a story, have free hot cocoa and cookies while Santa visits with each child and presents them with a special gift. Also onboard, local musicians play & sing Christmas carols for all to enjoy and participate in.

Professional Photo packages available onboard.

Brunch Trains Return!

Brunch Trains return to the New Hope and Ivyland Railroad, select Sundays at 10:30 am. Enjoy a leisurely ride along our historic rails, in our fully restored antique dining car from the 1920's while enjoying freshly prepared breakfast entrees and beverages.

The train is available for boarding at 10:15 am, with brunch beginning at 10:30 am. Brunch continues with your departure from the New Hope station at approximately 11:00 am, followed by a 45 minute scenic train ride through the beautiful Bucks County countryside.

Ticket Fares include:
-3 course meal served onboard the train
-45 minute scenic train ride in First Class accommodations
-Coffee, tea and water
-All taxes
Brunch Menu is as follows

First Course (choose one):
ᄃ Plain yogurt with granola and fresh berries
ᄃ Seasonal fresh fruit cup

Entr←e (choose one): each entr←e includes side of sausage
ᄃ Southwestern Egg Wrap  scrambled eggs, cheddar and Monterey jack cheeses, salsa, bacon and sour cream
ᄃ Oatmeal- with brown sugar, diced apple, and cinnamon
ᄃ Smoked Salmon- Toasted plain bagel with vegetable cream cheese and smoked salmon
ᄃ Waffles- buttermilk waffles with fresh berries and whipped cream. Served with side of butter and syrup
ᄃ Ham Sammy- Canadian Ham slice, American cheese, and a fried egg on a toasted English muffin

Dessert:
ᄃ Mini ←clair and cream puff platter with strawberries (to share)

Frequently asked questions:
ᄋ Train will be available for boarding at 10:15am
ᄋ Train departs promptly at 10:30am and returns to New Hope at 11:45am
ᄋ All taxes are included in ticket fare.
ᄋ Cash bar is available onboard the train.
ᄋ Professional photos will be available onboard the train.
ᄋ Parking is available at the train station (daily parking fees apply).
ᄋ Smoking is not permitted onboard the train.
ᄋ Tickets are non-refundable/non-exchangeable.

*Tickets are not mailed and will be available for pick up at the Ticket Office upon arrival

The Railroad reserves the right to alter schedules and substitute equipment as operating conditions demand.

Song & Story Hour Trains

On Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11am, 12 noon and 1pm June 8th through September 2nd the New Hope & Ivyland Railroad will be operating Song and Story Hour trains out of the New Hope train station. Children can ride aboard the train while enjoying their favorite stories and sing along songs performed by local musicians.

A great way to spend time with the family.

Frequently asked questions:
" Train will be available for boarding approximately 5 minutes before departure time
" Trains depart promptly according to the posted timetable.
" Cash bar and snacks are available onboard the train
" Restrooms are available at the New Hope train Station
" Parking is available at the train station (daily parking fees apply)
" Smoking is not permitted onboard the train
" Tickets are non-refundable/non-exchangeable.