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Reindeer Express: A Magical Holiday Train Adventure near Indianapolis

Indy's Child Staff - October 20, 2025

If you're looking for a festive holiday event near Indianapolis to enjoy with your train-loving family and friends, look no further than the Reindeer...

Activities

Railbikes at the Nickel Plate Express: A Unique Family-Friendly Adventure in Noblesville (Review)

Wendy Hasser - March 25, 2025

We love all things trains here at Indy's Child, so we were thrilled to hear about the Nickel Plate Express' new railbikes. We got...

Indiana Day Trips

Hop Aboard The Easter Express Train Ride for an “Egg-Citing” Adventure

Indy's Child Staff - February 20, 2024

Get ready for a fun springtime adventure in Hamilton County with the Easter Bunny Express! Enjoy a wonderful train ride that shows off the...

Things To Do

All Aboard the Pirates and Princesses Train Ride

Indy's Child Staff - January 19, 2024

Known for exciting family train rides, the Nickel Plate Express has launched a new journey: the Pirates and Princesses Express. This unique adventure lasts...

Things To Do

The Wizard Express: A Magical Train Adventure into the Wizarding World

Indy's Child Staff - September 19, 2023

If you’re looking for a magical adventure into the wizarding world, check out The Wizard Express. The Wizard Express is a 90-minute train ride...

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Free Community Train Rides on the Nickel Plate Express

Indy's Child Staff - September 1, 2023

Get ready to celebrate as the train tracks of Nickel Plate Express open back up! After months of anticipation, the track rehabilitation project is...

Things To Do

Take a Ride on the Superhero Express: A One-of-a-Kind Train Ride

Indy's Child Staff - August 3, 2023

Hop aboard the Superhero Express for a fun-filled ride with Spiderman, Batman & Catwoman! The Superhero Express is pulling into Nickel Plate Express, September...

Indiana Day Trips

Take a Ride on the Shamrock Express this St. Patrick’s Day

Indy's Child Staff - March 3, 2022

All aboard! Celebrate all things Irish this St. Patrick's Day by hitching a ride on the Nickel Plate Shamrock Express, a train experience that...

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