Steamtown’s Railfest is a fantastic celebration over Labor Day Weekend! Railfest coincides with the Italian Festival in Scranton with tons of events going on at the Park. Attached is the link from the NPS as well as a couple of photos from past Railfest events!
Please ask any questions that arise!
https://www.nps.gov/stea/planyourvisit/railfest-at-steamtown-national-historic-site.htm
A utility truck had a bit of a close encounter with a bridge on the route to Gouldsboro, but a little track detour can't stop our ice cream train! 🚚➡️🚂
This Sunday, August 16th, the Ice Cream Express is rolling out on schedule with an exciting new destination: Jessup, PA!
Everything your family loves about the event is 100% on:
🚂 Scenic 2-Hour Ride: A relaxed round-trip train excursion departing from Scranton.
🍦 Included Sweet Treats: The famous "All Aboard Sundae" from Ice Screamers with every ticket!
🎺 Classic Summer Fun: Live Dixieland jazz, historic train cars, and yard games.
🎟️ Hero Discounts: 25% off for teachers, first responders, nurses, and active military!
Over 70% of tickets are already sold, and remaining seats are going fast. Grab yours today and make a sweet summer memory with the kids!
👇 Claim your family’s seats now:
The NPS has updated the Railfest webpage for 2026. Please check out the attached info! Our locomotive highlight this year is Baldwin Locomotive Works 26 (26 in 2026!)
Multiple time slots are available as acoustic Jazz comes aboard the Steamtown train to Nay Aug Park! The last train will return in time for the evening Jazz Festival ensemble.
Tickets can be purchased at: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/ironhorsesociety/items/745909/calendar/2026/08/?flow=1608953&language=en-us&full-items=yes&back=https://www.theironhorsesociety.org/excursions
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Enjoy tastings from three regional wineries, local food pairings, live music, a souvenir glass, and historic open-air rail travel—all while supporting NEPA communities and rail preservation.
🍷 First stop: Carbondale Station! 🚂
The NEPA Wine Train experience begins at the historic Carbondale Train Station with live music, tastings from Maiolatesi Winery, and delicious appetizers from Pettinato's Restaurant. Browse local vendors, raise a glass, and soak up the atmosphere before climbing aboard our vintage open-air coaches!
Come for the wine—the journey is just getting started. For more information and to get your tickets, visit: https://www.theironhorsesociety.org/excursions
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Brocktonians ordered home at 10 PM Friday after Cape Verde game.
This will be an interesting development.
Tickets can be purchased at the following link: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/10088803/ticket/10253699
Tickets can be purchased at the following link!: https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/10088803/ticket/10253707
After two amazing days with over 47,000 people coming to see Union Pacific 4014 and Steamtown’s own Union Pacific 4012, the park will return to some level of normality. The parking lot is now open to visitors. Attendance is still by ticketed time only. Please come see these beautiful giants together while you can. Union Pacific will be conducting routine maintenance on 4014 over the next two weeks. 4014 is scheduled to leave on its trip to Philadelphia on June 30 to arrive for July 4 festivities.
Thank you to everyone at Steamtown, Union Pacific’s Steamteam, Volunteers at Steamtown, Scranton PD and Colts for making this dream come true for so many.
Hello everyone,
One last post to summarize the events coming up at Steamtown on Monday (6/15) and Tuesday (6/16) and beyond.
Big Boy 4014’s arrival at Steamtown will be in the afternoon but the time is up in the air. Steamtown is closed today, Sunday 6/14, for preparation. The arrival will not be a public event with the only public viewing area being at the bus terminal in Scranton.
Events for Monday-Tuesday 6/15 and 6/16: Ticketed viewings of Big Boys 4014 and 4012 start at 9:00 and going to 3:30. The Union Pacific train will be broken into sections and open for viewing. Norfolk Southern will also have displays at Steamtown. The Park will be open with some access to the restoration shop and parts of the museum. Guests are welcome to tour Steamtown after their ticketed viewing times.
Events following Tuesday 6/16: Ticketed viewing times with normal museum operating procedures. The museum and staff will be available for questions. The UP and NS trains will be on display on Steamtown property.
Parking: Monday and Tuesday are going to be extremely traffic heavy days in Scranton. I highly recommend using the larger lots and taking COLTS shuttle buses to access Steamtown and avoid congestion downtown. Special thanks to COLTS for the shuttles and scheduling. Parking at the Steamtown site will be for ADA only. Please see attached images for parking information.
Hello everyone,
The park service released this helpful guide to parking and busing options to Steamtown for the 4014 arrival and days at the park. Remember, the park is closed to the public on Sunday 6/14 for the arrival of the Big Boy and will be open to ticketed guests on Monday 6/15 and Tuesday 6/16. Please ask any questions you have and I will do my best to answer. Stay safe and see you at Steamtown!
People have been asking about parking and transportation. Here is an update from the local bus service.
Hello everyone,
I just wanted to make a quick post about the Big Boy arrival this coming weekend. Steamtown will be open on Saturday 6/13 but will be closed on Sunday 6/14 for preparation for the 4014’s arrival. The park will reopen for scheduled ticket holders on Monday and Tuesday with the Big Boy under steam. Guests are welcome to check out Steamtown’s own UP 4012 and 4014 with its tour car train. The museum will also be open but with limited access. The staff, railroad police from Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern, as well as volunteers like myself will be on site to try to assist the large crowds as best we can. The subsequent days 6/16-6/30 will have various events and ticketed viewing times of the 4012 and 4014.
I will keep you all posted with updated information. A huge request I have of everyone is to be respectful of space, stay 25 feet back from all operating railroad traffic, be supportive of each other, park and safety staff, volunteers and all railroad personnel and equipment.
As always please ask any questions you have and I will do my best to respond! We are all looking forward to this amazing event!
On June 20 at 10:00 join the Iron Horse Society for a trip to Moscow PA! Tickets can be purchased at the following link and included is a viewing of Union Pacific Big Boy 4014: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/ironhorsesociety/items/723080/calendar/2026/06/?flow=1608953&shem=rimspwouoe,&full-items=yes&back=https://www.theironhorsesociety.org/excursions&fbclid=IwVERFWASJsxJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeGfvewLodTtUbkPmAa0L9grQiqKifYhua01MrU1E8k1zhxoj0AUbNUB2NTDE\_aem\_Fljj5DaYfC3NMwDQ1wT\_KA
On June 21 join the Iron Horse Society for a lovely Steam powered trip from Steamtown to Jessup PA at 10:30! After arriving in Jessup, riders can enjoy food trucks, vendors and a viewing of Union Pacific Big Bot 4014 upon returning to Steamtown! Tickets can be purchased at the following link: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/ironhorsesociety/items/720849/calendar/2026/06/?flow=1608953&full-items=yes&back=https://www.theironhorsesociety.org/excursions