Victorian Christmas Train + Market 2025: Ride the Steam Train to Santa & Shop Maine’s Most Magical Holiday Market
- Gerry Caron
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Victorian Christmas Train + Market 2025: A Magical Holiday Journey on Maine’s Historic Narrow Gauge Railway
Step into a timeless Christmas celebration as the Wiscasset, Waterville & Farmington Railway Museum (WW&F) brings back its beloved Victorian Christmas Train + Market for 2025. This enchanting annual tradition transforms the Sheepscot Valley into a nostalgic holiday wonderland—complete with steam-powered train rides, visits with Santa, handmade gifts, and a festive market hosted by SeaLyon Farm.
Perfect for families, holiday travelers, and lovers of old-fashioned Christmas charm, this experience has become one of Midcoast Maine’s must-attend holiday events.
🎄 Event Dates – Victorian Christmas Train + Market 2025
December 6, 2025December 13, 2025December 20, 2025
Location:Wiscasset, Waterville & Farmington Railway Museum
97 Cross Road, Alna, Maine 04535
Official Website:https://www.wwfry.org
🎩 All Aboard the Victorian Christmas Train
Your adventure begins at Sheepscot Station, where you’ll board a beautifully restored historic train—pulled by either a vintage steam locomotive or a dinky diesel engine. Settle in for a 15-minute ride through snow-kissed pine forests, scenic farmlands, and the quiet winter landscape of the Sheepscot Valley.
This is narrow-gauge railroading at its finest—slow, nostalgic, and magical.
🎅 Santa Claus Awaits at Alna Center
Upon arrival at Alna Center Station, you’ll step into a charming Victorian-style Christmas scene:
✨ Meet Santa Claus inside the historic station
✨ Bring your Christmas wish list and snap family photos
✨ Warm up by the crackling bonfire
✨ Create a festive, handmade Christmas ornament
✨ Sip complimentary hot chocolate and coffee (co-sponsored by Sum’Battus BBQ)
The stopover lasts 40–50 minutes, giving families plenty of time to enjoy all activities.
🎁 Explore the SeaLyon Christmas Market
The highlight of the visit is the SeaLyon Christmas Market, hosted under a spacious, protected pavilion so the fun continues rain, snow, or shine.
Shoppers will discover a curated selection of local makers and holiday treats, including:
🫙 Farm Store goods: jams, salsas, lavender products, fresh baked goods
🎄 Handmade ornaments & centerpieces
🧺 Crafted gift baskets
🔥 Hot BBQ from Sum’Battus BBQ
🍿 Local kettle corn by Poppies Kettle Corn
🍁 Maine maple products from Marcoux Family Farm
💍 Handmade silver jewelry & artisan crafts
It’s the perfect place to find unique holiday gifts while supporting local Maine businesses.
🎟️ What’s Included with Your Ticket
Your ticket covers the full holiday experience:
Historic narrow-gauge train ride
Visit with Santa Claus
Complimentary hot beverages
Hands-on ornament making
Access to the SeaLyon Christmas Market
Parking at Sheepscot Station
Note:
Wheelchairs and pets cannot be accommodated for this event.
Additional food and farm goods are available for purchase from SeaLyon Farm and its partners.
🚂 Train Departure Schedule
Victorian Christmas Trains depart from Sheepscot Station at:
10:00 AM
10:40 AM
11:20 AM
12:00 PM
12:40 PM
1:20 PM
2:00 PM
Please allow extra travel time—Route 1 in Wiscasset can be busy during December weekends.
✨ Why This Event Is One of Maine’s Best Holiday Traditions
Families return year after year for the:
Authentic steam train and historic railway setting
Timeless Victorian Christmas atmosphere
Intimate, relaxed experience (never overcrowded)
Unique, locally made gifts
Magical Santa visit and kid-friendly activities
From grandparents to toddlers, this event is a treasured way to celebrate Christmas in Maine.
📍 Contact Information
Wiscasset, Waterville & Farmington Railway Museum
📍 97 Cross Road, Alna, ME 04535
🌐 Website: https://www.wwfry.org
📧 Email: info@wwfry.org
☎️ Phone: (207) 882-4193
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Perfect for families, holiday travelers, and lovers of old-fashioned Christmas charm, this experience has become one of Midcoast Maine’s must-attend holiday events.