SANTA EXPRESS 2025

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A CHRISTMAS TRAIN RIDE TO REMEMBER

The Santa Express returns to Zig Zag Railway for another season of festive fun!

Join us on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 December 2025 for a joyful Christmas journey through the Blue Mountains aboard our beautifully restored heritage carriages.

Santa himself will be travelling with us on every service greeting children, sharing smiles, and making magical memories along the way.

This relaxed, family-friendly steam train adventure includes a return trip between Clarence and Top Points, surrounded by stunning bushland, heritage railway charm, and the warmth of the holiday season.
Every paying child (aged 3+) receives a special gift from Santa, and families can add an optional infant gift for the littlest travellers.

There’ll be plenty of photo opportunities with Santa and the train at each stop, plus festive displays at Clarence Station created by Pretty Party People perfect for capturing that picture-perfect Christmas moment.

After your journey, enjoy a treat from the Zig Zag Café, browse the souvenir store, or take home an exclusive Santa Express T-shirt as a festive keepsake.

Tickets are limited, book early to avoid disappointment!

What You Need to Know

WHAT’S INCLUDED

  • Return steam train ride from Clarence to Bottom Points
  • Onboard visit from Santa
  • Gift for every child aged 3+ (optional infant gift add-on available)
  • Festive photo opportunities with Santa and the train
  • Christmas displays at Clarence Station by Pretty Party People
  • Access to the Zig Zag Café and souvenir store
  • Opportunity to purchase professional Santa photos
  • Pre-order exclusive Santa Express kids’ T-shirts

EVENT DETAILS

Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 December 2025
Departures: 10.30am, 12.30pm & 2.30pm
Zig Zag Railway, Clarence NSW

Please arrive at Clarence Station 30 minutes before departure.

A FESTIVE FAMILY TRADITION

The Santa Express is one of Zig Zag Railway’s most loved events of the year - a magical blend of Christmas joy, heritage charm, and Blue Mountains beauty.

Whether it’s your first visit or part of your annual tradition, this is a day full of smiles, memories, and holiday spirit that lasts well beyond the season.

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