Polar Express Storytime 2025
2025-12-01 16:30 - 2025-12-11 19:00 (America/Chicago) | The Historic Railpark Train Museum, 401 Kentucky St, Bowling Green, KY, 42101, United States
Join us for the 23rd annual event! This year’s storytime will take place in the Duncan Hines Diner Rail Car. This family tradition is sure to be a magical evening as you enjoy hot chocolate and cookies with your family in our historic L&N Depot.
This free community event is the perfect opportunity to enjoy the continued preservation efforts of our building and railcars.
We can’t wait to see you there.
Become a MemberFollow us on Facebook for Polar Express UpdatesBecome a Sponsor Today Select nights December 1-11, 2025 at Historic RailPark & Train Museum,
401 Kentucky Street,
Bowling Green, KY 42101
Event Storytimes:
Monday, Dec. 1, *Light Up The Depot will also be this night, story times will only be 6:30 P.M. and 7:00 P.M.
Tuesday, Dec. 2,
Wednesday, Dec. 3,
Thursday, Dec. 4
Monday, Dec. 8,
Tuesday, Dec. 9,
Wednesday, Dec. 10,
Thursday, Dec. 11
Evening Storytimes:
4:30 pm
5:00 pm
5:30 pm
6:00 pm
6:30 pm
7:00 pm
What to Wear: All guests are encouraged to wear Christmas-themed clothing including pajamas! Many families even come in matching pajamas!
Pictures: Photos with Santa are permitted upon exiting the train. There will be a photo booth opportunity available. Shopping: We now have a limited quantity of Polar Express merchandise available in our gift shop. We even have Polar Express robes.
Event Entrance: All guests will enter through the main front doors. Cookies and cocoa will be available in our grand lobby.
Seating: Storytime will be held in the Duncan Hines Diner Railcar. Upon entering the railcar, seating is first come first serve.
Santa: Guest will exit through our Presidential Railcar and will have a brief opportunity to meet Santa.
Tickets are FREE to the community. Our RailPark Members get advance ticket registration.
Ticket Registration Dates:
Oct. 28-30th- RailPark Members -Call or In-person
Nov. 4 – General Public 9am-11am – In-person only at the RailPark

RailPark Membership Information
Train Master – Get 2 Polar Express Storytime Tickets $35.00
Yard Master – Get 4 Polar Express Storytime Tickets $65.00
Engineer – Get 6 Polar Express Storytime Tickets $100.00
Conductor – Get 8 Polar Express Storytime Tickets $150.00
Purchase a MembershipWhy Polar Express StorytimeThe Polar Express is one of the most beloved Christmas Movies centered around a train ride. Having been hosting the Polar Express for 20+ years means that there is now a second generation that are coming and sharing this holiday tradition. Oftentimes this is children’s first introduction to the magic of trains and helps to build a lifetime love of this mode of transportation, thus keeping it alive! We offer this as a FREE community event, thanks to our sponsors, to help grow that love of trains and be a part of families Christmas traditions.
Why Become a SponsorThere are so many ways to support the Historic RailPark throughout the year with our many events… but the Polar Express is different. As a sponsor, not only are you and your company getting tickets, but you are ensuring that others in the community are able to attend as well, since your sponsorship helps to cover the costs. You are helping to ensure that the Polar Express is a part of many families’ Christmas traditions.
Of course, in doing so you are also helping to:

Preserve the historic L&N Depot
Preservation efforts of our 8 vintage railcars
Provide a fun place to learn about history for children, adults, and families

Check out all of our sponsorship levels and their benefits!
2023 Sponsorship Form (PDF)
Thank you to the following sponsors so that we can offer this Free Community Event
Presenting SponsorGold SponsorSilver SponsorBronze SponsorHot Cocoa Sponsor

Save The Date: Romance at the RailPark 2026
2026-02-13 16:00 - 2026-02-14 20:00
SAVE THE DATE: February 13th & 14th, 2026!
Tickets Coming Next Year!

Celebrate Disco Fever at Romance at the RailPark: Dinner, Music, and Movie Magic!
Join us for an enchanting evening at the Historic RailPark & Train Museum during our 12th Annual Romance at the RailPark event, now with disco fever! Immerse yourself with your special someone, and get your groove on! Bring your dancing shoes!
Booking Options:
Booking coming soon!
Friday, February 13, 2026 (Reservations Close – February 11th at 9am)
Dinner 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm & 8:00 pm
Movie 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm & 8:00 pm
Performances 5:30-6:00 pm, 7:30-8:00 pm
Saturday, February 14, 2026 (Reservations Close – February 11th at 9am)
Dinner 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm & 8:00 pm
Movie 4:00 pm, 6:00 pm & 8:00 pm
Performances 5:30-6:00 pm, 7:30-8:00 pm
Please check our schedule to determine movie time that suits your reservation!

Save The Date: Sip & Putt Mini Golf Scramble 2026
2026-03-13
Sip, Sample & Putt your way through the RailPark for our 6th Annual Sip & Putt Mini Golf Scramble!
Get your 4 person teams together and join us in our grand lobby where you will enjoy food and libations. Each team will have a table along with scorecards, putters, and balls. Teams will play a 9+ hole challenge.
Awards will be given in several categories including an overall winning team, best hole-in-one player, worst team, worse player, and a special prize to the team with the best matching costumes!
Every dollar you contribute – through tickets, sponsorships, and memberships – supports our efforts to continue the preservation of the Historic RailPark. Thank you in advance! We can’t wait to see you there!
Tickets!Tickets Open in January!
Event Silent Auction Opens in MarchEvent silent auction opens in March and end at 8:00 p.m. CST. on the day of event.
Email jwarren@HistoricRailPark.com
March 13, 2026, at Historic RailPark & Train Museum, 401 Kentucky Street, Bowling Green, KY 42101
This putt putt mini golf event is played tournament style. Unlike any other golf event in Bowling Green, our tournament will be held indoors, and participants will have the opportunity to putt not only through our 2-story museum but also in our restored train cars!
Entry fee:
$50 Per Person or $175 per team – Max teams of 4
Food and Beverages are included in ticket pricing.
Ticket Sales Open NOW!
Contact For SponsorshipWhy Sip & PuttFundraising events at the Historic RailPark help fund historic preservation. The RailPark is a 501 c3 non-profit organization started by a group of citizens who came together to save the L&N Depot train station from demolition. Our mission is to tell the story of passenger travel during the golden era of train travel. Events, like Sip & Putt, raise money to support preservation efforts for our building and our vintage railcars. We strive to make learning fun and connect kids and the community to local history through onsite education and opportunities with tours. We are deeply grateful to everyone who helps make it happen and would be honored for you to join us!
Why Become a SponsorThere are so many ways to support the Historic RailPark and our annual BG Wine Fest is an exciting day for us, our guests, and our supporters! Not only will you get tickets for yourself, your friends, family, or your team and get your name in front of an amazing crowd- you’ll help:

Preserve the historic L&N Depot
Preservation efforts of our 8 vintage railcars
Provide a fun place to learn about history for children, adults, and families

Check out all of our sponsorship levels and their benefits!
Birdie Sponsor:
German American Bank
Forvis Mazars
Eagle Presenting Sponsor:
OPEN
Media Sponsor:
WBKO
Hole Sponsors:
Fraternal Order of Police
Clark Beverage Group
Bowling Green Country Club
Ball Provider:
South Central Bank
Dinner Provider:
Toro
Lunch Provider:
Toro
Print Sponsor:
Rafferty’s Printing

Save the Date: BG Wine Fest 2026
2026-07-11 12:00 - 17:00
Save the Date: BG Wine Fest
July 11, 2026
Join us for the 8th BG Wine Fest! We’re presenting a joint fundraiser to support the Historic RailPark and the Kentucky Wineries Association! It is an afternoon festival full of wine sampling, live music, shopping, and food trucks!
Every dollar you contribute – through tickets, sponsorships, memberships, and the silent auction – supports our efforts to continue the preservation of the Historic RailPark. Thank you in advance! We can’t wait to see you there!
PURCHASE EVENT TICKETSVIP and General Admission tickets available!
EVENT AUCTION- LIVEBidding is OPEN! Auction Closes at 4:15pm Central Time Saturday, July 11th. Items must be picked up at the RailPark.
Become a 2025 SponsorDevelopment@HistoricRailPark.com
July 11, 2025,
at Historic RailPark & Train Museum,
401 Kentucky Street
Bowling Green, KY 42101
12:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M. ***VIP ticket holders will have access at 11:00 A.M.***
Wineries from across Kentucky will be setup inside the L&N Depot, in the air conditioning! You can sip by the sample then purchase a glass or bottle of your favorite wine. Outside we’ll have a variety of boutique vendors for your shopping pleasure. You can also grab a bite to eat and enjoy live music under the tent.
Your tickets include 10 sample tickets, a wine tote and a commemorative wine tasting glass! Ticket holders also have access to live music, shopping and food trucks.
General Admission
July 1st – 12th $35.00
June 1st – 31st $30.00
April – May 31st $25.00
VIP Admission
July 1st – 12th $45.00
June 1st – 31st $35.00
April – May 31st $30.00
VIP ticket holders will be granted admittance 1 hour before general admission and will also enjoy 4 extra specialty wine tastings in the Wine Down Tent.
TICKETS AVAILABLE NOWCONTACT FOR SPONSORSHIPWhy BG Wine FestFundraising events at the Historic RailPark help fund historic preservation. The RailPark is a 501 c3 non-profit organization started by a group of citizens who came together to save the L&N Depot train station from demolition. Our mission is to tell the story of passenger travel during the golden era of train travel. Events, like BG Wine Fest, raise money to support preservation efforts for our building and our vintage railcars. We strive to make learning fun and connect kids and the community to local history through onsite education and opportunities with tours. We are deeply grateful to everyone who helps make it happen and would be honored for you to join us!
Why Become a SponsorThere are so many ways to support the Historic RailPark and our annual BG Wine Fest is an exciting day for us, our guests, and our supporters! Not only will you get tickets for yourself, your friends, family, or your team and get your name in front of an amazing crowd- you’ll help:

Preserve the historic L&N Depot
Preservation efforts of our 8 vintage railcars
Provide a fun place to learn about history for children, adults, and families

Check out all of our sponsorship levels and their benefits!
EVENT TICKETS Presented by:
Historic RailPark & Train Museum
Partner:
Kentucky Winery Association
Media Sponsor:
Wine Tote Sponsor:
Supporting Sponsors:
Supporting Media Sponsors:
Decor & Printing Sponsors:
