Ride the Love Train: A family-day celebration of vintage rails and valentines in Saint Paul

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.

Duration
All Day Admission **10:00am to 4:00pm**
Location
Saint Paul
Operator
Minnesota Transportation Museum
Category
Train
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

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

THE RIDE

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.

THE ACTIVITIES

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.

THE SWEETS

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.

1
Young FamiliesIdeal: the program is described as family-focused with kid-friendly crafts, a scavenger hunt and short train rides.
2
Couples looking for a seasonal outingGood fit for a short, themed daytime experience centered on nostalgia and valentines treats.
3
Railway enthusiastsA pleasant, social opportunity to ride vintage equipment in a themed setting, though the event is oriented toward family activities.
4
Visitors requiring extended mobility accommodationsConsider checking with the operator ahead of time about accessibility and any physical limitations; the event alternates between rides and activity stations.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Timing & Hours

All-day admission runs from 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Arrival

You may arrive anytime during the event hours.

What to Bring

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.

Booking Notice

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.