Holiday Train Rides

** Maricopa Live Steamers Announces Return of Annual Holiday Train Rides ** Glendale, AZ — October 6, 2026 — Maricopa Live Steamers is excited to announce the return of its annual holiday train rides, marking the organization’s 16th year of sharing this beloved holiday tradition with guests of all ages. On Friday and Saturday evenings from November 27 through December 19, 2026, with an additional Sunday evening on December 20, trains will run continuously from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. The holiday experience begins at Adobe Station, where guests will board for a festive 20 minute journey to the North Pole and back, surrounded by spectacular displays of holiday lights and decorations. Santa has been scheduled to join us each night the railroad is open for holiday train rides, adding even more holiday magic to the evening. Along the route, passengers will pass the railroad’s 50 foot Megatree, illuminated by 16,000 LED lights synchronized to holiday music. After returning to the station, young guests can participate in Shelby’s Junior Engineer School, where they can take the controls of a locomotive for a short trip through the freight yard. Maricopa Live Steamers is located at 22822 N. 43rd Ave., Glendale, AZ 85310, near the corner of Pinnacle Peak Road and N. 43rd Avenue. Guests who would like to minimize their wait are encouraged to arrive by 6:00 p.m. or after 8:00 p.m., as the 7:00–8:00 p.m. period is typically the busiest. * Free Train Rides * Maricopa Live Steamers is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization operated entirely by volunteer members. Train rides are free to the public, and donations are greatly appreciated. Contributions help Maricopa Live Steamers maintain and operate the railroad and ensure this unique community tradition can continue for years to come. * Important Passenger Information * Because the holiday train operates during the evening, guests are encouraged to dress warmly. Desert temperatures can become chilly after sunset. Children and all passengers must be able to walk to and board the train without assistance in order to ride. Infants and other non-mobile guests are unable to ride the train due to insurance regulations. Guests with disabilities who may need assistance or have questions about accommodations are encouraged to contact Maricopa Live Steamers in advance so we can discuss available options. Guests who have not previously completed the required online waiver for themselves or their family are encouraged to complete it before arriving to help expedite the boarding process. In addition to its holiday train rides, the railroad is open to the public on Sundays from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., October through April. The park also offers group tours for scout groups, schools, and other nonprofit organizations. Four party pavilions are available by reservation for birthday and holiday parties, family reunions, business functions, and other gatherings. * More Information * For additional information about Maricopa Live Steamers and its holiday train rides, visit https://www.maricopalivesteamers.com or follow the organization on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/trainrides. Online waiver: https://waiver.smartwaiver.com/v/trainride/ Maricopa Live Steamers 22822 N. 43rd Ave. Glendale, AZ 85310

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