Wilmington & Western Railroad

11/11/2026

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans This Veterans Day! 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. Their courage, dedication, and sacrifice will never be forgotten.

At the Wilmington & Western Railroad, we are proud to have a special connection to our nation’s military history through our beloved “Veterans Locomotive.”

Built in 1907, the locomotive served the U.S. Army during World War II before eventually making its way to the Wilmington & Western. In 1973, Brian R. Woodcock purchased the historic steam engine and later donated it to the railroad, helping preserve an important piece of American history.

Pictured are Brian and his wife, Linda, proudly saluting alongside the Veterans Locomotive in a touching tribute to those who have served.

❤️🤍💙 From all of us at the Wilmington & Western Railroad, we wish our veterans and their families a very Happy Veterans Day. Thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your commitment to our freedom. 🇺🇸

11/09/2026

We’re so excited to welcome back our talented friends, Sew Classy Royal Events THIS SUNDAY, November 15th, for our Ice Princess Express! 💙

Join the Ice Sisters and their Ice Harvester for an enchanting holiday train ride filled with magical moments, a live show, and plenty of special interactions with your favorite characters! ❄️👑

🎟️ Don’t wait! Tickets are selling fast! Reserve your seats today at https://wwrr.com

We can’t wait to share a little frozen magic with you! 💙🚂❄️

11/09/2026

🍂🚂 A Heartfelt Thank You💛

What a wonderful Autumn Leaf Ramble! The trains were packed, the weather was beautiful, the fall colors were gorgeous, and the smiles made it all worthwhile! 🍁☀️

To everyone who joined us, thank you from the bottom of our hearts! It means so much that you chose to spend your day with us, making memories and enjoying the beauty of fall aboard the Wilmington & Western Railroad.

Thank you for being part of our railroad family! 💙💛🚂🍂

11/04/2026

🚂 A SPECIAL RIDE TO HONOR OUR HEROES! 🇺🇸

📅 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH!
11am•1pm•3pm🇺🇸

Join us for a special train ride honoring the brave men and women who have served our country!

Enjoy a scenic journey through the beautiful Red Clay Valley, with a stop at our Mt. Cuba Picnic Grove to take in the fall scenery.

❤️🤍💙 A wonderful way to celebrate and show appreciation for our nation’s heroes!

🎟️ Reserve your seats today! Please visit;
https://wwrr.com

11/03/2026

🎄🚂 YOUR HOLIDAY MEMORIES START HERE! ✨

The magic of the season is coming to the Wilmington & Western Railroad, and there’s still time to reserve your seats!

🎅 Santa Claus Specials – Enjoy a festive 60-minute train ride with a special visit from Santa himself! Don’t forget your camera!

✨ Holiday Lights Express – Experience the magic of the season aboard our beautifully decorated, heated, 100-year-old coaches, illuminated with thousands of twinkling lights!

📅 Holiday trains begin Thanksgiving weekend and run on select dates throughout November and December, including Thursdays through Sundays after Thanksgiving and after Christmas, December 26–31st

🎟️ THE BEST PART? YOU PICK YOUR SEATS!

With THREE passenger coaches available this holiday season, families and friends can choose their own seats when booking!

Our cabooses and parlor cars are nearly sold out, but there’s still plenty of holiday magic waiting aboard our festive coaches!

🎄 Make this holiday season one to remember!

🎟️ Reserve your seats today!
www.wwrr.com

10/31/2026

🚂🎃 Ghosts, goblins, and railroad crossings… oh my! 👻

The Wilmington & Western Railroad wishes everyone a Happy Halloween filled with spooky fun, sweet treats, and just the right amount of fright!

Stay safe and enjoy a spooktacular Halloween! 🧡🦇

10/29/2026

❄️ 👑For the First Time in Forever… The Ice Princess Express Is Here!🚂✨

The Ice Princess Express is coming to the Wilmington & Western Railroad!

Join us and our friends at Sew Classy Royal Events for a magical family adventure featuring your favorite Ice Princesses!

✨ Meet the princesses and enjoy a live performance before boarding!

🚂 Experience an interactive train ride filled with singing, dancing, storytelling, and magical moments!

👑 Dress in your royal best and don’t forget your cameras!

📅 Sunday, November 15th
⏰ 11 AM | 1 PM | 3 PM

🎟️ Make magical memories with the whole family! Reserve your seats today at https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/wwrr/items/669026/calendar/?flow=1481834&fallback=simple&full-items=yes&back=https://wwrr.com/featured-events/

10/22/2026

🚂🍁 We are SO excited to see Wilmington & Western Railroad featured in Yahoo Travel!

A big thank you to Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley for the shoutout and for helping spread the word about our scenic train rides and upcoming holiday events!

All aboard! 🚂❤️

Leaf peepers in Northeast Ohio can leave the car keys at home this fall and watch the color change from a vintage rail car. Cuyahoga Valley National Park is the only U.S. national park with a heritage railroad running through it, according to the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad. The region typically...

10/21/2026

We are saddened to share the obituary of Robert L. Faulkner, a longtime volunteer with the Wilmington & Western Railroad.

Robert’s dedication and service to our railroad community are appreciated, and he will be remembered fondly by those who had the pleasure of knowing him.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to Robert’s family and friends during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with all who are mourning his loss.

Funeral services are detailed in the obituary below.

Robert L “Bob” Faulkner, 75, passed away at home on September 5, 2026 surrounded by his family.

10/19/2026

🚂😈 We had an un-boo-lievably good day with Sew Classy Royal Events aboard the Villain Express! Our favorite villains brought the magic, mischief, and mayhem as always, and their performers were absolutely amazing! 🖤✨ We hope everyone had a wickedly good time and enjoyed the ride! Until next time… stay villainous! 😈🚂