DownsSteam Christmas Lights Train
Schedule
Sat Dec 06 2025 at 09:00 am to 12:00 pm
UTC+10:00Location
Toowoomba railway station | Toowoomba, QL
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Celebrate the magic of the season aboard DownsSteam’s Christmas Light Railmotor Adventure — a festive evening outing perfect for families and friends. Step back in time as you travel in comfort on our beautifully restored Commissioner Railmotors from Toowoomba Railway Station to Drayton, where DownsSteam Tourist Railway & Museum will be transformed into a sparkling wonderland of Christmas lights.Guests will enjoy:
✨ A guided twilight tour of our heritage museum, award-winning gardens, and Dreamtime Journey Coach, all dressed in festive decorations and lights.
✨ The rare chance to explore restored heritage carriages under the night sky.
✨ Time to relax with festive treats, and refreshments from our café.
✨ The warm glow of Christmas lights across our site, creating a magical atmosphere for all ages.
After your tour, re-board the Commissioner Railmotors for a cosy return ride to Toowoomba, completing a unique 2.5-hour evening adventure filled with history, heritage, and holiday cheer.
More Info
Originally reserved for Queensland Railway Executives, the Commissioner Railmotors provide an intimate and comfortable vintage travel experience. Sit behind the drivers and watch the railway line ahead through panoramic windscreens, or simply soak in the nostalgia of classic rail travel paired with the festive spirit of Christmas.
Trip Itinerary
7:00 pm – Depart Toowoomba Railway Station aboard the Commissioner Railmotors
7:30 pm – 8:30 pm – Explore DownsSteam’s illuminated museum, gardens, Dreamtime Journey Coach, and restored carriages, with café available
8:30 pm – Depart Drayton for the return journey
9:00 pm – Arrive back at Toowoomba Railway Station
Online booking and more information is available at www.downssteam.com
Adults $42.18, Child U16 $21.50, Family (2 adults + 2 Children U16) $105.45. Children under 2 not requiring a seat are free.
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Where is it happening?
Toowoomba railway station, Queensland Rail Travel Centre Toowoomba, Toowoomba City QLD 4350, Australia, ToowoombaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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