December 5, 2025

The cold air nipping at your nose, jingle bells ringing, Christmas time is so much fun…wait a minute, Christmas in July? Well, kinda. The Ottawa Northern Railroad has registration for ticket on this year’s Santa Rocket. All aboard for a magical Christmas train adventure! The decorated passenger cars twinkle brightly with the warm glow of Christmas lights. Once the train starts rolling, sit back and relax, sipping on a delicious hot chocolate and nibbling on a festive snack, as the kids write their letters to santa. Half way through the journey Santa Claus himself board the train and talks with the kids. They then get to mail the letters in a real post office railcar. This unique train ride out of Baldwin City is not just a journey; it’s an invitation to create a new family tradition. One filled with laughter, imagination, and the true spirit of Christmas. Bring your loved ones, and let the  little ones experience the wonder of the season in a way that will be talked about for years. For tickets, go to the Ottawa Northern Railroad Facebook page and follow the link. And remember….