All aboard for another season of fun on the Nickel Plate Express! This popular attraction offers family-friendly and adults-only excursions this fall. Ride the rails through rural Indiana countryside while enjoying food and special activities.
Things to Know
The Nickel Plate Express boards from Hobbs Station in Forest Park in Noblesville. All trains depart on time, so plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time for boarding.
Fall Train Rides
Forest Park Rail Adventure
Sept. 6-8, 13-15, 20, 22, 27 & Oct. 4, 11, 18, 21-24
Experience an 8-mile bike ride that winds through woodlands and farmland in Northern Hamilton County. Keep an eye out for deer, rabbits, squirrels and other animals along your picturesque ride.
White River Family Cruise
Sept. 1, 6-8, 13-15, 20, 22, 27 & Oct. 4, 11, 18-19, 21-24
Embark on a family-friendly 2-mile rail bike adventure from Hobbs Station, pedaling through charming Downtown Noblesville and enjoying serene views of the White River along the scenic railway tracks.
Atlanta New Earth Festival
Sept. 28, 29
Board the train from Hobbs Station at Forest Park for a one-hour ride to Atlanta to enjoy shopping, live music and food at the festival.
Twilight Trail Ride
Oct. 3, 10 & 17
Try out the new rail bikes on an evening ride among the sights and sounds of twilight.
Family Train Ride
Oct. 5, 6, 12, 13
Take a relaxing 90-minute roundtrip ride on the Nickel Plate Express.
Oktoberfest Dinner Express
Oct. 5
Climb aboard for a ride celebrating Oktoberfest. Enjoy a three-course German meal by Cloud Nine Cuisine.
Brunch Express
Oct. 12, 13
All aboard for a local farm-to-table brunch aboard the historic Nickel Plate Express. Take in the beauty of the fall foliage while indulging in a freshly prepared breakfast from Jefferson Street BBQ.
Fall Foliage Express
Oct. 12, 13
All aboard for a relaxing fall family ride down the historic Nickel Plate Road. Passengers will enjoy the scenic countryside of Northern Hamilton County while riding on a 1956 train car.
Wizard Express
Oct. 19, 20
Climb aboard for a magical journey into the wizarding world. Brush up on local wizarding news, learn some new spells and enjoy treats such as a butter beverage! All excursions board at platform 8¾ in Noblesville.
Trick or Treat on the Rails
Oct. 26, 27
All aboard for a Halloween delight on the Nickel Plate Express! Climb aboard a historic train car dressed in your favorite Halloween costume for a 65-minute adventure down the rails.
Country Western Express
Nov. 2
Wear your finest Western-themed attire for a country Western train ride adventure (adult-only).
Mark Your Calendar
Reindeer Ride Express
November and December
Tickets are now on sale for the exciting return of this family favorite! Visit Santa and enjoy cookies, cocoa and carols, and more holiday magic. Extend your evening and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant around the Historic Noblesville Square and visit local boutiques to get your holiday shopping done.
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