Austin Steam Train Association

Welcome to our 2023 Teddy Bear Train to benefit the Center for Child Protection! Kids 13 and under ride for free with the donation of a new teddy bear or stuffed animal.

About the Ride:

Sit back for a relaxing journey into passenger railroad's glorious past onboard this special Bertram Flyer! Our vintage train cars are from the golden era of rail travel, built in the '30s, '40s and '50s, and fully restored for your enjoyment. On board the train, your 44 mile journey spans the South San Gabriel River and stops for a 15 minute layover at our historic 1912 Bertram Depot. Enjoy views of Short Creek Canyon, the 300-foot-long trestle bridge over the South San Gabriel, and the Duffy-Shamrock communications mast-one of the tallest structures in the world! Costumes and teddy bears are encouraged on this special ride! Complimentary lemonade will be available in the Cedar Park concession car.

All ages are welcome in all cars for this special ride.

Please visit our website prior to purchasing to view our current health and safety plan at www.austinsteamtrain.org/make-reservations/covid-19/ .  All cars are pulled by a diesel locomotive. This 44 mile ride is 3 hours round trip with a 15-minute layover. SCHEDULE: Departs 2:00 PM, Returns 5:00 PM. Due to the unique nature of our non-profit railroad operations, there are no refunds. All tickets must be accompanied by at least one full-priced adult ticket. Children may not ride without an adult present. One adult per 6 children is required.

About the Center for Child Protection:

The mission of the Center for Child Protection is to reduce the trauma for children during the investigation and prosecution of crimes against children. https://centerforchildprotection.org/

After visiting the Center for the first time, children are given a brand new teddy bear or stuffed animal to help provide comfort and a sense of safety during a difficult time – it also represents a new beginning. With a continually increasing number of children visiting the Center each day, they ask for your support in keeping their teddy bear and stuffed animal supply fully stocked. https://centerforchildprotection.org/get-involved/wish-list/

Come celebrate Valentine's Day Weekend on board the Moonlight Express!

About the Moonlight Express:
You deserve a night out! Come enjoy the sunset on board the train as we journey through the Texas Hill Country. Our vintage train cars are from the golden era of rail travel, built in the '30s, '40s and '50s, and fully restored for your enjoyment. On board the train, your 44-mile journey spans the South San Gabriel River and soars past our historic 1912 Bertram Depot. Adult-only cars and family friendly cars are available for this unique trip! Beer and wine are available for purchase on this special event in our Cedar Park car. No personal alcoholic beverages are allowed.

Please visit our website prior to purchasing to view our current health and safety plan, including mask requirements, at www.austinsteamtrain.org/make-reservations/covid-19/ .  All cars are pulled by a diesel locomotive. This 44 mile ride is 2.5 hours round trip with no layover. Passengers must be on board by 6:30pm to allow for a 7pm departure. SCHEDULE: Departs 7:00 PM, Returns 9:30 PM. Due to the unique nature of our non-profit railroad operations, there are no refunds.

Enjoy the Valentine's Wine Train as we take the train to Wedding Oak Winery in Burnet, Texas! Passengers will enjoy a 2-hour train ride from Cedar Park spanning the South San Gabriel River, while enjoying an intimate talk and wine tasting with members of the Wedding Oak family. In Burnet, food and wine is available for purchase during our 2-hour layover at the stunning tasting room at Wedding Oak Winery. Complete with two-story views, patio and rooftop terrace, Wedding Oak has made its home in the historic 1888 Badger Building, in the heart of Burnet's town square. Finally, relax and enjoy the ride as the train returns to our Cedar Park Depot in the afternoon.

Want a specific seat, want to sit with another group, or need help booking? Call Cassidy at 512-915-2340 or email reservations@austinsteamtrain.org Tuesday- Friday.

We want to make sure you get home safely! As such, non-alcoholic drinks and snacks will be available for purchase on the return trip. Alcohol will not be served and may not be consumed on our return trip.

Ages 21 and up only. SCHEDULE: Departs 11am, Returns 5pm. Your ticket includes 2-hour train ride and tasting-sized flight of 5 wines. Full-sized servings, bottles to-go, and food are available for purchase in the Wedding Oak tasting room during the layover in Burnet only. Learn more about Wedding Oaks Winery at https://weddingoakwinery.com/.

Please visit our website prior to purchasing to view our current health and safety plan at www.austinsteamtrain.org/make-reservations/covid-19/ . Due to the unique nature of our non-profit railroad operations, there are no refunds.

Our sold out 2022 event is back! The Austin Steam Train Association is pleased to present the Speakeasy Train—a 1920’s Murder Mystery—the Encore Performance! Come celebrate with champagne and shenanigans on board our vintage train. Live entertainment by The Hideout Theatre. One night only!

Your ticket includes: Live murder mystery performance, First Class Lounge Ticket, and 2.5 hour train ride. (If you choose a meal ticket at check out, your ticket will also include a boxed sandwich with dessert.)

Cash bar. This event is ages 21 and up only, please.

About the train ride: All cars are pulled by a diesel locomotive. This 44 mile ride is 2.5 hours round trip with no stops or layovers. SCHEDULE: Departs 7:00 PM, Returns 9:30 PM. Please visit our website prior to purchasing to view our terms and conditions: https://www.austinsteamtrain.org/make-reservations/termsconditions/.  Due to the unique nature of our non-profit railroad operations, there are no refunds. Sorry, we cannot accept gift certificates for this special event. 100% of the proceeds from this event are a donation to our 2023 season. Thank you for your donation!

You deserve a night out! Come enjoy the moonlight on board the train as we journey through the Texas Hill Country. Our vintage train cars are from the golden era of rail travel, built in the '30s, '40s and '50s, and fully restored for your enjoyment. On board the train, your 44-mile journey spans the South San Gabriel River and soars past our historic 1912 Bertram Depot. Adult-only cars and family friendly cars are available for this unique trip! Beer and wine are available for purchase on this special event in our Cedar Park car. No personal alcoholic beverages are allowed.

Please visit our website prior to purchasing to view our current health and safety plan, including mask requirements, at www.austinsteamtrain.org/make-reservations/covid-19/ .  All cars are pulled by a diesel locomotive. This 44 mile ride is 2.5 hours round trip with no layover. Passengers must be on board by 6:30pm to allow for a 7pm departure. SCHEDULE: Departs 7:00 PM, Returns 9:30 PM. Due to the unique nature of our non-profit railroad operations, there are no refunds.

Sit back for a relaxing journey into passenger railroad's glorious past onboard the Bertram Flyer! Our vintage train cars are from the golden era of rail travel, built in the '30s, '40s and '50s, and fully restored for your enjoyment. On board the train, your 44 mile journey spans the South San Gabriel River and stops for a 15 minute layover at our historic 1912 Bertram Depot. Enjoy views of Short Creek Canyon, the 300-foot-long wooden trestle bridge over the South San Gabriel, and the Duffy-Shamrock communications mast-one of the tallest structures in the world! 

Please visit our website prior to purchasing to view our current health and safety plan at www.austinsteamtrain.org/make-reservations/covid-19/ .  All cars are pulled by a diesel locomotive. This 44 mile ride is 3 hours round trip with a 15-minute layover. SCHEDULE: Departs 2:00 PM, Returns 5:00 PM. Due to the unique nature of our non-profit railroad operations, there are no refunds.

Enjoy the Spring Wine Train as we take the train to Wedding Oak Winery in Burnet, Texas! Passengers will enjoy a 2-hour train ride from Cedar Park spanning the South San Gabriel River, while enjoying an intimate talk and wine tasting with members of the Wedding Oak family. In Burnet, food and wine is available for purchase during our 2-hour layover at the stunning tasting room at Wedding Oak Winery. Complete with two-story views, patio and rooftop terrace, Wedding Oak has made its home in the historic 1888 Badger Building, in the heart of Burnet's town square. Finally, relax and enjoy the ride as the train returns to our Cedar Park Depot in the afternoon.

Want a specific seat, want to sit with another group, or need help booking? Call Cassidy at 512-915-2340 or email reservations@austinsteamtrain.org Wednesday - Friday.

We want to make sure you get home safely! As such, non-alcoholic drinks and snacks will be available for purchase on the return trip. Alcohol will not be served and may not be consumed on our return trip.

Ages 21 and up only. SCHEDULE: Departs 11am, Returns 5pm. Your ticket includes 2-hour train ride and tasting-sized flight of 5 wines. Full-sized servings, bottles to-go, and food are available for purchase in the Wedding Oak tasting room during the layover in Burnet only. Learn more about Wedding Oaks Winery at https://weddingoakwinery.com/.

Please visit our website prior to purchasing to view our current health and safety plan at www.austinsteamtrain.org/make-reservations/covid-19/ . Due to the unique nature of our non-profit railroad operations, there are no refunds.