2020 Calendar of Events -Revised May 8, 2020
Dates, Events and Pricing are subject to change at any time.
Events may be cancelled or rescheduled due to weather, maintenance or COVID-19 restrictions. We are running our antique gas-powered locomotive for all 2020 events
COVID-19 UPDATE
Face masks are required to ride the train for everyone 2 years and older. We do not provide face masks so please bring your own. Your health and safety are important to us. Our staff has a heightened sense of awareness of the importance of maintaining hygienic standards to meet CDC and OSHA requirements.
At this time, we will be running at 50% capacity. Please call or text for reservations. Ride at your own risk. We are not responsible for illness or injury.
When riding the train, you may not be able to social distance 6-feet from other people outside your party. Therefore, we strongly recommend wearing face masks to ride the train for everyone 2 years and older. We do not provide face masks so please bring your own.
Please note that we are complying with Governor Abbott’s reopen plans so watch our website for updates. www.JeffersonRailway.com
EVERY SATURDAY MAY 16 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 5, 2020
(schedule and pricing may be adjusted for special events noted below)
Saturday Narrated Day Tours: 12:30 and 2:30 — Depot opens at 11:00
Includes stop at the Diamond Don Gator Pit for alligator feeding (weather permitting) Open Coash $12, plus tax. Children under 6 are free.
May 23, 2020
Historic Jefferson Railway
Memorial Day Celebration at Historic Jefferson Railway – gas-powered locomotive. Includes stop at the Diamond Don Gator Pit for alligator feeding (weather permitting)
Saturday Narrated Historical Day Tours: 12:30 and 2:30
Celebrate Memorial Day at the Historic Jefferson Railway. Come see the Support Our Troops display that honors the United States Military. Active Military personnel ride free.
May 30, 2020
Historic Jefferson Railway
Train departs from downtown Jefferson Depot – gas powered locomotive
The Great Locomotive Chase – The Andrews Raid Re-enactment
Complete with a gunboat and cannons
Saturday Narrated Historical Day Tours: 12:30, 2:30, 4:30
(We will not be stopping at Gator Pit for this event)
Come experience the re-enactment of The Andrews Raid, the Civil War’s most gripping railroad story. See the North and South skirmish a replica ironclad gunboat firing its cannons on the banks of the Big Cypress Bayou River. Due to COVID-19 our re-enactors will be complying with COVID-19 Social Distancing during the skirmish with the gunboat. They will be wearing masks and will not engage in hand-to-hand combat. Re-enactors welcome at the Diamond Don RV Park. Train tickets available online. Open Coash $15, plus tax. Lap Children are free.
June 13, 2020
Historic Jefferson Railway
Celebrate National Flag Day – gas-powered locomotive
In celebration of National Flag Day and the anniversary of the Flag Resolution of 1777, The Historic Jefferson Railway will offer a celebration of Flags along the Big Cypress Bayou. Flag Day is a time when Americans reflect on the foundation of the nation’s freedom. The flag of the United States represents freedom and has been an enduring symbol of the country’s ideals since its early days. Come see the Support Our Troops display that honors the United States Military. Active Military personnel ride free.
June 20, 2020
Historic Jefferson Railway
Father’s Day Express– gas-powered locomotive
Includes stop at the Diamond Don Gator Pit for alligator feeding (weather permitting)
Saturday Narrated Historical Day Tours: 12:30 and 2:30
Fathers receive a 10% discount when accompanied by their children.
July 4, 2020
Historic Jefferson Railway
4th of July – gas powered locomotive
The Historic Jefferson Railway will offer a special July 4th as the history of Independence Day unfolds on the narrated day tours on Saturday, July 4, 2020 with trains departing at 12:30 and 2:30. Come see the Support Our Troops display that honors the United States Military. Active Military personnel ride free.
September 5, 2020
Labor Day Celebration at Historic Jefferson Railway – gas-powered locomotive. Includes stop at the Diamond Don Gator Pit for alligator feeding (weather permitting)
Saturday Narrated Historical Day Tours: 12:30 and 2:30
Celebrate Labor Day at the Historic Jefferson Railway as we end our summer season. Come see the Support Our Troops display that honors the United States Military. Active Military personnel ride free.
September 10-13, 2020
Diamond Don’s 18th Annual National AHRMA Vintage Motocross
National Vintage Motocross which includes Charity Golf Skills Challenge on Thursday, Cross Country and Trials on Friday, Vintage Motocross on Saturday with Post-Vintage on Sunday. 100cc and 200cc Revenge races on Saturday and Sunday. The weekend will be full of motocross legends. Come out and see Steve Wise, Trey Jorski, Guy Cooper, Trampas Parker and event legend Gary Semics. Vintage friendly motocross track at Diamond Don RV Park with great spectator viewing areas.
www.DiamondDon.com
September 19. 2020
2nd Annual Jefferson Antique Tractor Show
The main street in Jefferson will be closed to traffic to accommodate antique tractors. Event includes tractor parade, slow tractor race and lots of unique awards. Swap meet added this year, to take place behind Historic Jefferson Railway. Setup on Friday starting at 2:00 and join in the Meet & Greet Dinner Social Friday evening for tractor owners and family at the Diamond Don RV Park & Event Center. Antique small engine and working exhibits as well as vintage truck exhibitors also welcome.
October 2-4, 2020
36th Land O’ Pines Norton Owners Association Rallye and Bike Show
The rallye draws more than 300 people displaying over 150 of the finest vintage motorcycles anywhere in the country. Join us at Diamond Don RV Park & Event Center which is just one mile outside of Jefferson, Texas. Participate in Saturday’s Field Events, display your bike in Saturday’s bike show and ride in the Rolling Concours on Sunday. Come enjoy a weekend full of great entertainment and fun. General Public invited. Gate Fees will apply. www.ntnoa.org
November 27-28, 2020 and December 5, 12, 19 and 26, 2020
Historic Jefferson Railway
Christmas Express (gas powered antique locomotive)
Narrated Day Trains will depart at 12:30 and 2:30
Depot opens at 11 am
Make this a Christmas to remember aboard the Christmas Express Train. The ride aboard an antique narrow-gauge gas locomotive departs each day at 12:30 and 2:30. Passengers will enjoy vignettes along the Cypress Bayou River as they hear the story of Christmas.