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Historic Jefferson Railway

 

Dates, Events and Pricing are subject to change at any time. 

Events may be cancelled or rescheduled due to COVID, weather or maintenance

We are running our antique gas-powered locomotive for all events. 

 

2023 Calendar of Special Events 

Last Revised March 3, 2023

Dates, Events and Pricing are subject to change at any time. 

Events may be cancelled or rescheduled due to weather or maintenance.

We are running our antique gas-powered locomotive for all 2023 train events.

Tickets are $15 per person, children under 6 free (may differ for special events.)

 

Due to the owner’s retirement, we will only be running select dates,

from March 18 through September 2, 2

 

 

 

May 27, 2023

Historic Jefferson Railway

Memorial Day Celebration at Historic Jefferson Railway – gas powered locomotive.

  Includes stop at the Diamond Don Gator Pit for alligator feeding (weather permitting)

Saturday Narrated Historical Day Tours:  12:30 and 2:30

Celebrate Memorial Day at the Historic Jefferson Railway.  Come see the Support Our Troops display that honors the United States Military. Active Military personnel ride free.

 

 

June 17, 2023

Historic Jefferson Railway

Father’s Day Express– gas-powered locomotive

  Includes stop at the Diamond Don Gator Pit for alligator feeding (weather permitting)

Saturday Narrated Historical Day Tours:  12:30 and 2:30

Fathers receive a 10% discount when accompanied by their children.

 

 

 

July 1-4, 2023

Historic Jefferson Railway

4th of July Weekend – gas powered locomotive.

  Includes stop at the Diamond Don Gator Pit for alligator feeding (weather permitting)

Saturday, Sunday. Monday and Tuesday Narrated Historical Day Tours:  12:30 and 2:30

The Historic Jefferson Railway will offer a special July 4th weekend as the history of Independence Day unfolds in the narrated day tours on Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Tuesday with trains departing at 12:30 and 2:30. Come see the Support Our Troops display that honors the United States Military.  Active Military personnel ride free.

 

 

 

September 2, 2023

Historic Jefferson Railway

Labor Day Celebration at Historic Jefferson Railway – gas-powered locomotive

  Includes stop at the Diamond Don Gator Pit for alligator feeding (weather permitting)

Saturday Narrated Historical Day Tours:  12:30 and 2:30

Celebrate Labor Day at the Historic Jefferson Railway as we end our summer season.  Come see the Support Our Troops display that honors the United States Military. Active Military personnel ride free.

 

 

 

September 2-10, 2023

Diamond Don’s 21st Annual AHRMA International Vintage Motocross

International AHRMA Vintage Motocross which includes golf outing on Wednesday at an area golf course; Dual Sport Adventure Ride on roads throughout NE Texas and the Jack Thompson Memorial Tiddler run 100cc – 125cc on Thursday. Cross Country and Trials on Friday; Vintage Motocross on Saturday with Post-Vintage on Sunday. 100cc and XR200cc Revenge races on Saturday and Sunday.  The weekend will be full of motocross legends.  Come out and see Brad Lackey, Steve Wise, Trampas Parker and his son, Ricky and brother Heith, Trey Jorski, Guy Cooper, JoJo and brother, Ron, Johansen, and event legend world-famous Gerrit Wolsink. Be sure to watch for the Diamond Don Racing Team, a full contingent of very fast racers.  Vintage friendly motocross track at Diamond Don RV Park with great spectator viewing areas.  More than 1000 people from all over the world turn out for this event.  Open to the public – gate fees apply.

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September 16, 2023

5th Annual Jefferson Antique Tractor Show

Tractor Show:  Saturday, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM; early registration on Friday.

The main streets in Jefferson will be closed to traffic to accommodate antique tractors, antique trucks, working and stationary antique engines.  Swap meet vendors welcome. Event includes tractor parade, slow tractor race and lots of unique awards.  Setup early on Friday 11:00-7:00. Free admission to the public and exhibitors.

 

 

                                                                     

                                        

CLICK HERE for a full calendar of events

 

Pets 

Pet friendly for friendly pets. Dogs and children must be controlled at all times. Parents and dog owners are personally liable for injury or property damage.

 

Depot Hours:

Thursday 11am-5pm

Saturday 11am – 4pm

 

 

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Phone Number:
General: 866-398-2038

Jefferson Railway
400 East Austin
Jefferson, TX 75657

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