SAINT PAUL TRAIN FIELD GUIDE
Ride the Love Train: A family-day celebration of vintage rails and valentines in Saint Paul
A one-day, family-focused event of train rides, hands-on crafts, a scavenger hunt and sweet treats—this guide explains what to expect and how to plan your visit.
Ride the Love Train: A family-day celebration of vintage rails and valentines in Saint Paul.
Hop on The Love Train for a festive day designed for families: a sequence of short train rides paired with hands-on crafts, a scavenger hunt and plenty of valentines treats—an experience built for making seasonal memories together.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Vintage train rides through a seasonally themed event
The Love Train centers on multiple train rides that anchor the day, letting families travel together while the event’s activities unfold along the route.
Hands-on crafts and a scavenger hunt for kids
Complementing the train rides are interactive craft stations and a scavenger hunt designed to engage children throughout the event.
Valentines treats handed out along the way
Sweet valentines treats are part of the itinerary, adding a festive flavor to the day and rounding out an event focused on family fun.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The Love Train is a compact, celebratory outing: families move between short, nostalgic train rides and activity stations—crafts, a scavenger hunt and treats—creating a steady rhythm of motion and pause that’s ideal for children and caregivers to share simple, seasonal moments together.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this event suits—and who might want to think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
All-day admission runs from 10:00am to 4:00pm.
You may arrive anytime during the event hours.
Basic provisions for a family day out—snacks for picky eaters, weather-appropriate layers and any required medications—are recommended; check with the operator for site-specific policies.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Can we arrive before the time we chose for our caboose ride?
Yes — you can arrive anytime between 10:00am and 4:00pm.
What hours does the Love Train run?
The event runs from 10:00am to 4:00pm for all-day admission.
Is it necessary to arrive at a specific time?
No — attendees may arrive at any point during the 10:00am–4:00pm window.
Can we stay for the full day once we arrive?
Yes — arrival is allowed anytime between 10:00am and 4:00pm, consistent with all-day admission.
If we arrive early, will activities be available?
Yes — you can arrive anytime during the event hours; activities take place throughout the 10:00am–4:00pm day.