While waiting to board the train, there are many activities for children to enjoy in Santa’s Village located next to the train station. Activities will open one hour prior to when the Christmas Train runs and will include:
At the North Pole, visitors may purchase coffee, hot chocolate, freshly-popped popcorn and cookies from the Elf House Snack Bar. A full kitchen menu is also available at the train station.

PICTURES WITH SANTA
v Story Time with Mrs. Claus
v Christmas Cookie Decorating
v Carnival Games
v Santa Claus Moon Bounce
v Christmas Coloring Corner
v Picture Stands
At the North Pole, visitors may purchase coffee, hot chocolate, freshly-popped popcorn and cookies from the Elf House Snack Bar. A full kitchen menu is also available at the train station.
PICTURES WITH SANTA
Visitors may take their own pictures with Santa or you may purchase a picture taken by Irvine Park Railroad. Each 5” x 7” photo will be presented with an Irvine Park Railroad border and available for pickup shortly after being taken.
TUNNEL OF LIGHTS
After visiting with Santa, hop back aboard the train and enjoy the colorful Christmas lights and decorations, as well as the magical “Tunnel of Lights”, on the ride back to the station.
After visiting with Santa, hop back aboard the train and enjoy the colorful Christmas lights and decorations, as well as the magical “Tunnel of Lights”, on the ride back to the station.
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When visiting the Christmas Train, remember to dress warmly, bring a camera and arrive early to avoid crowds.
The train will depart every 15 minutes from the brightly-lit train station and drop passengers off at the North Pole. Due to the popularity of this event, tickets sell out very quickly. Advance ticket purchase is required for all nights of operation, and tickets are sold ONLINE ONLY on a first come, first served basis. Tickets will be available for pick up at the will call window on the night that you will be riding the Christmas Train.
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Christmas Train
Irvine Park Railroad
located inside of Irvine Regional Park
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA
CHRISTMAS TRAIN RIDES
$10.00 per person
Children younger than 24 months ride free.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Christmas Train tickets may be purchased to ride the train at a specific date and time — get in line and board the train any time during the hour for which you purchase tickets. Tickets may be purchased online ONLY and can be purchased beginning November 1st. Tickets may not be purchased in person.
- Tickets may be purchased online at any time.
- Tickets may be purchased online only.
- Tickets cannot be purchased in person or over the phone.
Christmas Train tickets may be purchased to ride the train at a specific date and time — get in line and board the train any time during the hour for which you purchase tickets. Tickets may be purchased online ONLY and can be purchased beginning November 1st. Tickets may not be purchased in person.
ACTIVITY TICKETS
Prices for activities vary.
PARKING
$3.00 per vehicle on weekdays
$5.00 per vehicle on weekends
Parking for the Christmas Train FREE after 5:00 PM.
Train Schedule:
Christmas Train Dates
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Christmas Train Hours
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Christmas Train Activities
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November 29th and 30th
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5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Activities open at 4:00 pm.
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December 1st
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5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Activities open at 4:00 pm.
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December 6th - 7th
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5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Activities open at 4:00 pm.
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December 8th
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5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Activities open at 4:00 pm.
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December 13th
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5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Activities open at 4:00 pm.
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December 14th and 15th
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2:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Activities open at 1:00 pm.
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December 16th through 19th
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4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Activities open at 3:00 pm.
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December 20th
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4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Activities open at 3:00 pm.
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December 21st and 22nd
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2:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Activities open at 1:00 pm.
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December 23rd
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4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Activities open at 3:00 pm.
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