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Holiday Lights Train @ Roaring Camp Railroads

Starts At
27 Nov 2026
27 Nov 2026 - 23 Dec 2026
Roaring Camp Railroads
(831) 335-4484
A seasonal tradition returns to Santa Cruz with the Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. Vintage excursion cars, adorned with thousands of colorful lights, roll through city streets past homes of Santa Cruz. Live music by Steve Bennett, playing holiday classics to sing along to. Visit with Santa Claus and his elves as you sip on hot cider. 
Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Trains depart and return in front of the Merry Go Round on the Boardwalk of Santa Cruz at 5:00 pm, 6:30 pm for a 60-minute round-trip excursion. Ticket includes a $10 myboardwalkcard, good for games and activities.
* Departure times added without notice.
Standard Class Canopy Cars:
Adults: $58.25  |  Children: $38.11
First Class Coach Cars:
Adults : $74.15  |  Children: $48.71
Private Coach Cars:
Call us at 831-335-4484 for booking.
$3000 for up to 40 people
Kids Under 2 are Free!
Operating Days:
November 27-28
December 5-6
December 12-23
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