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Weekend Train & Trolley Rides | Southern California Railway Museum, Perris
Select Weekends: Take a ride on the Museum Railway on a real operating trolley or behind a locomotive every weekend. Parking, entry to grounds, and entry to open exhibits are free (except during special ticketed events).
The Polar Express | Southern California Railway Museum, Perris
November 20 - December 31: Passengers will relive the magic of the classic story as they are whisked away on The Polar Express for a magical one-hour trip to meet Santa.
Day Out With Thomas at Southern California Railway Museum
November 1–2, 8–9, & 11: Ride with Thomas, meet Percy, and celebrate 80 years of railway fun with rides, games, petting zoo, and more at the Southern California Railway Museum.
S.T.E.A.M. Fest Express at Southern California Railway Museum
March 15-16: Meet Buddy the Dinosaur, go on train and trolley rides, and participate in STEAM-themed arts and crafts.
Rods & Rails at Southern California Railway Museum
OCTOBER 5: Join the City of Perris for the annual car and motorcycle show, plus games, entertainment, and live music for the whole family.
Mighty Machines at Southern California Railway Museum
SEPTEMBER 30: Get up close to a wide range of railroad equipment, plus work and safety vehicles. General admission grants access to explore the machines. Upgrade your ticket to ride trains and trolleys all day.
Antique Truck Show at Southern California Railway Museum in Perris
SATURDAY, MAY 7: See hundreds of restored, vintage trucks—from semis to pickups to delivery vehicles and farm and fire equipment – in addition to rolling locomotives and street cars. An incredible variety of antique transportation equipment will be on display for your viewing enjoyment.
Day Out With Thomas at SoCal Railway Museum in Perris
NOVEMBER 6, 7, 11, 13 & 14: Thomas, Percy, and Sir Topham Hatt are coming to Southern California Railway Museum! Take a ride behind Thomas and Percy, enjoy photo ops, live music, petting zoo, balloon twister, and more!
Pirate Festival at Southern California Railway Museum in Perris
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 18: Join Southern California Railway Museum for a day full of pirate festivities. Families can experience family-friendly entertainment including Mermaid/Mermen Pod, games, treasure hunt, and Pirate Academy. Learn how to talk and dress like a pirate and hear about real pirates!
Behind the Scenes & Food Truck Fest at Southern California Railway Museum in Perris
SATURDAY, APRIL 24: Go “Behind the Scenes” at the Museum and see what goes into maintaining the West’s largest collection of rail cars, enjoy exciting food truck cuisine, and end your day with a unique night photoshoot experience.
Winter WonderSLAMMED Car Show at Southern California Railway Museum in Perries
SUNDAY, APRIL 10: We Play Loud will be hosting a crime fighting-themed event with some very special guests. Enjoy a scavenger hunt, snacks, and an exciting playground to climb and slide on! Costumes encouraged!
Railroadiana Swap Meet at Southern California Railway Museum in Perris
SATURDAY, MARCH 6: Shop for and learn about railroadiana and railroad antiques at Southern California’s largest outdoor railroadiana swap meet. Vendors will be selling railroad collectibles, art, books, models and toy trains.
Trolleys, Twinkles and Treats at Southern California Railway Museum
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11 - SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13: Visitors can experience the festive lights and décor, ride a trolley, write a letter to Santa, and enjoy Mrs. Claus reading a holiday classic; 5-9 p.m.
Railroadiana at Southern California Railway Museum
Choo choo! Enjoy a day full of fun and learning for the whole family, where you can peruse models and toy trains, railroad collectibles, art and books. Railroad historians and preservationists will be on hand to tell the story of Southern California's railway history.
Behind the Scenes at Southern California Railway Museum
January 18-19: Get "Behind the Scenes" at this annual all-day event, where visitors get special access and tours of locomotives, passenger and freight cars, streetcars, interurban electric cars and artifacts dating back to 1870. Includes unlimited rides on classic passenger trains and trolleys. Bring the whole family for a fun and fascinating day!
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