Texas State Railroad "Official"

06/09/2026

Ride the Piney Woods Express Steam train on Saturday July 4th and stay for a full day of FUN celebrating our 50th Birthday Celebration at our Palestine Depot! Don't want to ride the steam train but want in on the family fun? No problem! General Admission tickets are available and gates open at 3PM! Enjoy a live concert headlined by KOLBY COOPER with special openers Jordan Nix, 79 South, and Joint Custody!

Check out the full event details by clicking this link:
https://texasstaterailroad.net/events/50th-anniversary-celebration/

Tickets are limited for this special event and are going fast so grab one today!!!!🥳

06/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday night and made the evening such a roaring success! We had an incredible time stepping back into the Jazz Age aboard the Speakeasy Special. A special thank you to David Washburn and his talented band for providing the unforgettable music that kept the energy high all night long. We can't wait to do it again! 🎷🚂✨

06/03/2026

🎸🚂KOLBY KOOPER LIVE AT TEXAS STATE RAILROAD🚂🎉

Join us on July 4th as we celebrate 50 incredible years of history, adventure, and memories with an unforgettable 50th birthday bash for the Texas State Railroad! Featuring:

🎶 LIVE MUSIC from an all-star lineup of Texas talent:
⭐ Headliner: Kolby Cooper ⭐
⭐Jordan Nix
⭐ 79 South
⭐ Joint Custody

Bring the whole family and enjoy a celebration packed with great music, festive fun, delicious food, and history as we honor five decades of Texas State Railroad!

🎟️ Grab your tickets now and come party with us as we celebrate 50 years on the rails! https://texasstaterailroad.net/events/50th-anniversary-celebration/

⭐Production provided by Cuhmon Entertainment⭐

🎆 Whether you're a longtime fan or visiting Palestine for the first time, this is one celebration you won't want to miss. Check out more events happening around our town at www.VisitPalestine.com

Join us as Texas State Railroad celebrates 50 years as a tourist railroad, and help us honor America’s 250th Anniversary! Ride the round-trip Piney Woods Express Steam Excursion for a scenic celebration and receive a beautiful commemorative coin celebrating these milestones and admission to ALL th...

06/01/2026

🚂🔥 JUNE IS COMING IN HOT AT TEXAS STATE RAILROAD! 🔥🚂
Adventure is calling, and June is packed with unforgettable experiences for the whole family! 🌲✨
🍻 Raise a glass aboard Pints in the Pines
🕵️ Step back into the roaring twenties on our Speakeasy Special
👔 Celebrate Dad with our special Father's Day Lunch Steam Train
🚂 Take in the beauty of East Texas on the Piney Woods Express
💸 Plus, save 20% OFF select June Piney Woods Express Diesel excursions with code FLASH20 (June 5, June 11th-13th)

Whether you're looking for family fun, date night ideas, scenic views, delicious dining, or unique themed events, there's a seat waiting for you this month.

📅 Specialty June Excursions:
✨ Speakeasy Special – June 6th
🔥 Father's Day Lunch Steam Train – June 20th
🍽️ Piney Woods Evening Dinner Train – June 26th
🍺 Pints in the Pines – June 27th

Don't miss your chance to make memories on the rails this summer. Tickets are selling fast! 🎟️ https://texasstaterailroad.net/events/

🎟️ Book now and start your June adventure at Texas State Railroad in the beautiful town of Palestine Texas! plan your full adventure at www.VisitPalestine.com
🚂🌲☀️🍻✨

05/28/2026

🚂 FLASH SALE ALERT! ✨
Save 20% on the Piney Woods Express Diesel Excursion on select June dates: June 5th, 11th, 12th & 13th!

Use code FLASH20 at checkout to save on this unforgettable East Texas adventure!
Book your seats now here: https://texasstaterailroad.net/events/piney-woods-express/

About the excursion: Step aboard a beautifully restored vintage train and journey through the breathtaking Piney Woods of East Texas on this 4-hour round-trip excursion departing from the historic Palestine Rail Depot. Powered by classic FP9 locomotives from the “Golden Age” of streamliners, this ride blends history, nature, and adventure into one incredible experience.
During your stop in Rusk, enjoy time to explore the historic depot grounds, grab lunch from the Mail Car Café, browse the gift shop, and soak in over 135 years of railroad history. 🚉
With multiple seating options including Dome, First Class, Open-Air Coach, Presidential seating, and even a Private Caboose, there’s a perfect way for everyone to ride the rails!

🎟️ Book now to save before seats sell out! Click the link below!
https://texasstaterailroad.net/events/piney-woods-express/

📍 Palestine, Texas
🌐 www.visitpalestine.com check out Visit Palestine, Texas for all the inside scoop on our beautiful hometown!

This excursion takes passengers on a journey through the impressive Piney Woods of East Texas and 135 years of history. Unplug for an experience where history, nature and adventure meet. The Piney Woods Express Diesel Excursion is powered by restored FP9 passenger units, TSR 125 and/or TSR 126. Thes...

05/27/2026

🚂✨TWO major milestones, ONE epic celebration! ✨🇺🇸

Join us at the Texas State Railroad as we celebrate 50 years as a tourist railroad AND honor America’s 250th Anniversary! We are pulling out all the stops for a day of history, family fun, and incredible live music.

Here’s how you can celebrate with us!:

🎟️ Piney Woods Express STEAM (11:00 AM - 3:00 PM)
Ride the round-trip Piney Woods Express Steam Excursion! Your ticket includes a scenic celebration, a beautiful commemorative coin, and admission to ALL of the day's activities.

🎟️ GENERAL ADMISSION (Gates open at 3:00 PM)
Not riding the train? No problem! Join us at the Palestine Railroad Depot for a massive party featuring:
🎶 Live music featuring headliner KOLBY COOPER!!!!
🎯 Co****le tournament with CASH prizes
🍔 Concessions, food, and a beer tent
🎨 Kids' activities, face painting, and vendor shopping
🚂 Historic equipment displays

🎸 THE GRAND FINALE
Finish the night with an incredible outdoor concert headlined by Kolby Cooper with support from Jordan Nix, Joint Custody, and 79 South!

👉 Don't miss out on our biggest celebration of the year!!!
Tap the link below to secure your tickets today! 🎫
https://texasstaterailroad.net/events/50th-anniversary-celebration/
& be sure to check out www.visitpalestine.com for local accommodations, fun local events year round, and for a guide for exploring our charming hometown of Palestine TX!

Join us as Texas State Railroad celebrates 50 years as a tourist railroad, and help us honor America’s 250th Anniversary! Ride the round-trip Piney Woods Express Steam Excursion for a scenic celebration and receive a beautiful commemorative coin celebrating these milestones and admission to ALL th...

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

From all of us at Texas State Railroad, we wish you and your loved ones a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️🤍💙

05/18/2026

🚂💨Hear the thunder and feel the power aboard the Piney Woods Express STEAM train ride this weekend!

📅 Friday, May 22nd at 11:00 AM - Only a few tickets left!
📅 Saturday, May 23rd at 11:00 AM - SOLD OUT

Don’t miss your chance to experience the sights, sounds, and nostalgia of authentic steam railroading this Memorial Day Weekend. 🇺🇸

🎟️ Secure your seats before they’re gone! https://texasstaterailroad.net/events/piney-woods-express-steam/

05/17/2026

What a night at our 4th annual Rockin’ the Rails! 🎸🔥
A huge THANK YOU to Blacktop Mojo for bringing the energy and putting on an absolutely incredible show, and thank you to everyone who came out to rock with us last night aboard the Texas State Railroad! From the music and memories to the atmosphere under the East Texas sky, it was truly a night to remember. ❤️🚂

Here’s what some of our guests had to say:
✨ “This was an amazing evening! Enjoyed every moment! Miss Joyce is a lovely hostess!” – Melisa E.
✨ “Rockin’ the Rails was a blast.” – Genneen W.

We love bringing these experiences to life and seeing so many familiar and new faces having a great time together. Thank you for making Rockin’ the Rails 4 one for the books! 🤘🎶🚂

05/12/2026

Who's ready to rock the rails with us and Blacktop Mojo THIS Saturday night!!! Grab your tickets before they are officially gone!

Use code BTMOJO for 20% off select class seating! https://texasstaterailroad.net/events/rockin-the-rails/