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Klein Creek Farm - 10:00 AM
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Stahl Family Theatre - 10:30 AM
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Chicago Childrens Museum - 10:00 AM
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Klein Creek Farm - 10:00 AM
Klein Creek Farm - 10:00 AM
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Stahl Family Theatre - 10:30 AM
Stahl Family Theatre - 10:30 AM
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Beverly Arts Center - 10:30 AM
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I AM WILD: A Charley Harper Exhibit
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The New Castle Historical Society's Great Holiday Train Show
Sat Nov 22, 2025 - Sat Jan 3, 2026
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Repeating every week — Sundays, and Saturdays through January 3, 2026.
Also on December 22, 2025, December 23, 2025, December 24, 2025, December 26, 2025.
Also on December 22, 2025, December 23, 2025, December 24, 2025, December 26, 2025.
Various times
Age: all ages!
Price: $8-$15
Location:
New Castle Historical Society
All aboard for some holiday fun as the New Castle Historical Society hosts its annual Great Holiday Train Show at the historic Horace Greeley House, which has been festively decorated for the season. Now in its fourth year, the show features two new model trains and all-new displays with a mix of vintage and returning family favorites.
Highlights This Year:
- Expanded Lego setup: Featuring a larger layout and village, guaranteed to captivate Lego enthusiasts of all ages.
- Scavenger hunt: Explore the Horace Greeley House's three floors with our all-new scavenger hunt.
- Crafting and activities: Let kids creativity shine at the coloring and activity craft table.
- Photo opportunities: Capture the perfect moment with our photo-op on a sit-on mini-train!
Enjoy the classic family favorites, including the Polar Express and Santa's Double Track Holiday Train.
** Activity dates/times are subject to change. Please click through to the activity website to verify.
