Roaring 20's Dinner Train in Steam 2025

On Friday June 20th and Saturday June 21st, join us for a spectacular “Roaring 20’s” themed dinner on board a unique train ride that will be pulled by our iconic 1907 built steam engine, Southern Railway No. 401! Take a step back in time as favorites from the early 1900’s will be served. Passengers on board this themed event will be treated to a three-course meal prepared by Holly's Country Kitchen of Monticello aboard one of our historic dining cars. This approximately two-hour train ride departs at 6:30pm Friday, June 20th and 5:00 PM on Saturday, June 21st from the Wabash Depot in downtown Monticello.  

Ride in style as you enjoy one of the following entrée options:

·         Chicken A la King

·         Brown Sugared Ham Gluten Free

·         Roasted Stuffed Sweet Potato Vegetarian option

There are two classes of service available for this event:

• Historic Dining Car - Enjoy your meal in the jovial atmosphere of a historic railroad dining car! The ticket price for this exciting event is $97 per passenger.  Please note that due to capacity constraints of the dining cars, parties of less than four may be seated onboard with passengers not necessarily from their party. If multiple members of a party desire to sit together, all tickets must be purchased in the same order.
• Deluxe Private Car - Looking for a unique and intimate dining experience? You can enjoy an exclusive dinner experience aboard Illinois Central Business Car #7! This car features an 8-seat dining table and a 12-seat lounge with a fantastic view out the end of the train. Experience dining on the rails as railroad executives would have back in its heyday. Seating for this car is sold as 8 seats for the price of $995.

Each entrée will be accompanied by an Olive and cheese appetizer, Waldorf Salad, Smashed potatoes, green bean casserole, and Ladyfinger Ice Box Cake for dessert!  Beverages on board will include Sweet and Unsweet Tea, Lemonade and Water.

Please note that due to capacity constraints of the dining cars, parties of less than four may be seated onboard with passengers not necessarily from their party. If multiple members of a party desire to sit together, all tickets must be purchased in the same order.

All passengers are encouraged to dress up in 1920’s attire!

Host or Publisher Monticello Railway Museum