Wanamaker, Kempton & Southern, Inc.
"The Hawk Mountain Line"

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Tickets may be purchased at the Kempton station up to 10 minutes before train time.
 No reservations are required except  during Special Events see below.

Click on the event to see dates, times and more details.

EASTER BUNNY EXPRESS                   KIDS' FUN WEEKEND
MURDER MYSTERY TRAIN
  WANAMAKER EQUIP. SHOW 
 
RAGGEDY ANN ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

HARVEST MOON SPECIAL                       TRAIN OF TERROR
HALLOWEEN TRAIN             SANTA CLAUS SPECIAL

 

SPECIAL EVENT DETAILS:

Easter Bunny Express - March 27 & 28
Take a special 40-minute ride with an Easter theme!  Our friendly rabbit will be at the Kempton station to pass out treats to all children before and after each trip. One of our vintage locomotives will be used to powering these trains.  Reservations not required, normal departures at 1,2,3,& 4 PM each day.  Tickets:  Adults: $9.00, Children 3-11:  $5.00 

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Kids' Fun Weekend - July 31st & August 1st:
Once each year, the WK&S hosts its' "Kids' Fun Weekend" with "lots of extras" besides the regular train excursions. Included with the price of your train ticket, you can take a ride on a motorcar,  enjoy the "Recycled Railroad" display, and have a delicious Ice Cream treat. The Schuylkill & Lehigh  Model Railroad club will be open in the former Atlantic City Railway coach located behind the station.  Reservations not required, normal departures at 1,2,3,& 4 PM each day.  Tickets:  Adults: $9.00, Children 3-11:  $5.00 

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Murder Mystery Train - August 27th & 28th:
The Pines Dinner Theatre cast performs a mystery/comedy show on the special train ride.
Program starts at 6:30 pm and lasts approximately 90 minutes. Please check back for more details on this very popular event.

Cost for the play ticket and train ride is $15.00 per person, and advance reservations are required. You may phone in a reservation at 610-756-6469 or contact the WK&S via e-mail, then purchase your tickets at the Kempton Station between 6:00Pm and 6:30 PM.  Dinner is not served for this performance although the WK&S snack bar will be open prior to the performance if patrons wish to purchase any snacks or drinks to eat before the train ride.

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Wanamaker Equipment Show - June 19th:
Ride the train to Wanamaker to see antique tractors, engines, and other displays;  stay for a later return train if desired. WEATHER PERMITTING REGULAR TICKET PRICE AND REGULAR SCHEDULE. Rain Date is June 20th.

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Raggedy Ann Anniversary Celebration - September 11th:
Come ride the train and celebrate with Raggedy Ann.  Learn about her legacy of entertaining children for the past 95 years. Memorabilia will be on display on the train and at the Wanamaker Station.  More details to follow.
REGULAR TICKET PRICE AND REGULAR SCHEDULE. 

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Harvest Moon Special - October 22nd and 23rd:
Enjoy an autumn moonlight train ride with musical entertainment and light refreshments. One of our vintage locomotives will be used to power this train on this 45-minute ride, which includes a stop to gaze at the full moon. After returning to the station, please stay and enjoy the musical entertainment of the "Dixieland Five" while enjoying cider and coffee.
Adult Fares: $10  Children's Fare ( Ages 3-11): $5.00.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED.  One trip each night, departs promptly at 7:00 PM.

You can purchase your tickets by mail if postmarked by:  October 13, 2010

Click here to download a PDF version of the reservation form.

 

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Train of Terror - October 29th & 30th:
Take the train of terror into the dark woods and discover what horror lies around each bend. Beware, as legend has it that the hills and valleys surrounding the tracks are haunted by creatures that will chill you to the bone. Are you brave enough to survive the trip?   Each trip departs promptly at 7:00 and 8:00 PM, using one of our vintage diesel locomotives.   Tickets are $15.00 per person, RESERVATIONS ARE NOT REQUIRED.

Disclaimer - This event is not recommended for young riders or those who are easily scared.

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Halloween Train - October 30th & October 31st:
Come ride the train in your favorite disguise or just enjoy the beautiful fall foliage.  One child (ages 3-11) in full costume rides for FREE when accompanied by a paying adult. Seasonal decorations. (Regular fare, regular daylight schedule, 1,2,3, & 4 PM, no reservations required.)

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Santa Claus Special - December 4th & 5th:
Join Frosty the Snowman, Santa & the Elves as they bring in the season at the WK&S! Free gifts for the children as Santa walks through the train. Adults $12 ~ Children (ages 3-11)$7 ~ Children ages 2 and under $2. RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED There are 5 trips each day and the departure times are:

  Saturday, December 4th: 11 AM, 12 Noon, 1 PM, 2 PM, & 3 PM

  Sunday,   December 5th: 11 AM, 12 Noon, 1 PM, 2 PM, & 3 PM 

 The Santa Specials are run on this one weekend only.

On the day of your trip, you may board the train starting anytime up to 15 minutes before your departure.  The train, gift shop, and rest rooms are all heated in the event of cold weather. Be sure to bring your camera for family photos! In addition, the model train display, run by the Schuylkill & Lehigh Model Railroad Club, will be open in the yellow coach behind the Ticket Office. Please note that discount coupons, group rates, and car charters are not available during the Santa trips. 

You can purchase your tickets by mail if postmarked by:  November 25, 2010

Click here to download a PDF version of the reservation form.

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  Contact Information:
E-Mail:
info@kemptontrain.com
Phone Us:
610-756-6469
WK&S, Inc.
42 Community Center Drive
P.O. Box 24
Kempton, PA 19529-0024

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