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Summer on the Rails

Southern California Railway Museum

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Sat, 05 Jul, 2025 at 10:00 am

2201 S A St, Perris, CA, United States, California 92570

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Sat, 05 Jul, 2025 at 10:00 am (PDT)

2201 S A St, California 92570

2201 S A St, CA 92570-9318, California, Perris, United States

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Summer on the Rails
All Aboard for a Day of Family Fun and Railway History!
Join us for a full day of exciting activities at the Southern California Railway Museum! Enjoy mainline train rides featuring Coaster 2105, take a step back in time with historic trolley rides, and get an up-close look at the beautifully restored Santa Fe 5704, on special display for the day.

The festivities continue with outdoor lawn games and hands-on crafts for kids, perfect for families looking to make fun memories together. Bring a picnic to enjoy in our Holstrom Park, or stop by our Museum Store for some ice cream, snacks, and cold drinks. Plus, don't miss the chance to explore our fascinating exhibit spaces, including:
- Carbarn 1 – Home to our Los Angeles Railway streetcars
- Grizzly Flats Barn – Featuring our 1880s narrow-gauge collection
- Carbarn 4 – Showcasing VC-2, our steam locomotive, and the -Pacific Electric Blimp collection
- Fred Harvey Exhibit – A glimpse into the golden age of railroad hospitality

You'll also have the opportunity to see our Steam Crew in action, as they continue work on VC-2’s 1472-day inspection during this scheduled restoration weekend.

Come for the trains, stay for the fun—there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Summer Departure schedule applies, see below:
Mainline Train: 10:00am, 11:00pm, 12:00pm
Loop Line Trolley: On Demand 9:30am-12:30pm
Mainline Electric (if available): 10:30am, 11:30pm, 12:30pm

Admission and Parking is Free.
Regular weekend train ride tickets apply.
Members ride for free, consider becoming a member today!
Adult/Ages 12+: $13
Children 5-11: $9
Children under 5 ride Free with Adult


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Summer on the Rails, 5 July | Event in Perris | AllEvents
Summer on the Rails
Sat, 05 Jul, 2025 at 10:00 am