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2024 Special Events

Christmas Tree Class Pottery Train
October 13, 2024: During the 1900's, students rode our line aboard the "Berksy" to go to school in Slatington! Well, the WK&S will be taking students to school again this year! Not to Slatington (that would be a very painful/impossible train ride) but to the Wanamaker Station for Pottery Classes!!!
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Pumpkin Patch Train
Child with pumpkins during the WK&S Pumpkin Patch Train Ride in Kempton PA
October 19, 20, 26 & 27, 2024: Come take a ride on the train to the WK&S Great Pumpkin Patch! Each child will select their own pumpkin from the pumpkin patch, and once back at the Station, will be able to choose from a variety of decorating kits.
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Bow Wow Express
Dog on a train car during the Bow Wow Express at the WK&S Railroad in Kempton PA
November 3, 2024: Take a special 40-minute ride with your furry friends! We will have a photographer on-site taking photos and our friends from Furever Home Rescue be here as well! Those who bring their furry friends will also receive a coupon for a FREE hot dog!
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Christmas Singalong Celebration with Mrs. Claus
December 6, 2024: Take a magical trip with Snickerdoodle and Jingle, two elves who just love to sing. And with your help, they'll guide the train on a fun-filled journey to the North Pole to meet Mrs. Claus herself!
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Santa Claus Express
Santa and his elves on the Santa Express in Kempton PA
December 7 & 8, 2024: Join Santa, Mrs. Claus, Frosty the Snowman and the Elves as they bring in the season at the WK&S! Free gifts for the children as Santa walks through the train. And, special treats for everyone!!!
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Join Us at the WK&S Railroad

Step back into history and ride the WK&S Railroad! Unmatched in terms of authenticity and scenic diversity, a trip on the WK&S is like a trip back in time! During your 40-minute round trip, enjoy forests, streams, tree-covered hills, bridges and the two old-time towns of Trexler and Wanamakers.

During your ride, disembark the train for a picnic lunch at Fuhrman’s Grove, travel in an authentic caboose, or simply relax and enjoy the views.

In addition to our Sunday train rides (offered every Sunday, May through the first Sunday in November), we also offer a variety of special event train rides throughout the year for “kids” of all ages! There’s Easter Bunny…Bow Wow Express…Wine & Cheese…Apple Picking…Pumpkin Patch and ending our season with our Santa Claus Express!

Since things haven’t changed much over the last hundred years, a trip on the WK&S is an experience like none other! Located within easy driving distance of Pottsville, Reading, Allentown, Philadelphia, New Jersey, New York and more! Family Fun awaits you…All Aboard the WK&S Railroad!

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