Rutgers Takes the Garden State: Day on the Santa Train
Embark on a magical holiday excursion with Rutgers in Salem County this December
Join us for a 60-minute trip aboard a beautifully decorated train where you’ll enjoy a festive holiday experience built around family traditions and time together. Each guest gets a seat aboard a restored, heated train reserved exclusively for Rutgers alumni, and a chance to celebrate the season with a visit from Santa Claus.
All guests, children and adults, will receive a cozy Rutgers beanie! All children will also receive a special gift from Santa.
This year, we’ve chartered the entire Santa Claus Special exclusively for Rutgers alumni! Now, you can choose between three different experiences aboard the train. Visit our “Experience Types” page to explore the different options and choose the best one for your group.
This is a ticketed event; walk-ins will not be accepted on the day of the program. Space is extremely limited for this opportunity; register early to secure your spot! Registration closes December 1 at 11:59 PM.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
- Before boarding the train, guests will have the opportunity to explore the station grounds, where there are festive family photo opportunities and access to Santa’s Mailbox for children.
- Non-alcoholic drinks and light snacks are allowed on board. Please ensure that all drinks have a lid/cap to prevent spills. Alcohol is strictly prohibited on board the Santa Claus Special.
- Compact folding strollers may be brought onboard if they can be stored safely during the trip. Space onboard is limited.
- The train is equipped with restrooms. At the South Woodstown Train Station, where the train departs and returns, there is a port-o-potty available for guests.
- This event is rain or shine; trips are only cancelled in the case of extreme weather, at the discretion of the railroad. Tickets are non-refundable, except in the instance of a cancellation on behalf of Woodstown Central Railroad.
- Complimentary parking is available at South Woodstown Train Station. Please plan to arrive 45 minutes before departure to ensure all tickets are distributed and guests board the train in time for departure. Trains do not wait for late passengers, and tickets are non-refundable and cannot be exchanged for passage on a later train.
- Due to the historic nature of the railcars, the train does not meet current Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility standards.
- If you have questions about ADA restrictions or would like additional information, please contact us.