Santa Train 2026 🎅🎄 - Northwest Railway Museum

The Northwest Railway Museum is seeking volunteers to help support Santa Train, our festive holiday tradition bringing families together for a magical train ride experience each winter. 🎅

First held in 1969, Santa Train is one of the longest-running holiday train events in the United States and has delighted generations of families for more than five decades. Today, it remains one of the Museum’s most popular events of the year, and volunteers play a key role in creating a welcoming, joyful, and well-organized experience for our guests.

📅 Event Dates (2026)

• November 28–29
• December 4–6
• December 11–13
• December 18–20

🎄 Volunteer Roles (Grounds Crew)

Grounds Crew volunteers assist with guest flow, activities, and holiday cheer throughout the event site. Roles may include:

• Drinks Attendant
• Activity Helpers (crafts and kid-friendly stations)
• Crowd Control and Guest Assistance
• Santa's "Bouncer" (helping manage lines and guest flow for Santa photos)

No prior experience is required. Volunteers should be friendly, reliable, and comfortable interacting with families and children in a busy, festive environment.

🌟 Why Volunteer?

• Earn community service hours
• Be part of one of the nation's longest-running Santa Train traditions
• Support a fun, family-focused event
• Help create memorable experiences for children and families

Volunteer shifts vary by role and day, with partial shifts often available.

Apply here.