Ottawa Northern Railroad

04/04/2026

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🎟️ WALK-UP TICKETS AVAILABLE!

12:45 PM AND 4:00PM

AND… here’s the BIG one 👇

👵👴 GRANDPARENTS RIDE FOR A CAUSE!
Grandparents can ride for FREE with a donation of food to the local pantry
👉 Only a MOM, DAD AND Child’s ticket purchase is required

💥 WALK-UP FAMILY SPECIAL!
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family of 4 for just $50
➕ Add a child for only $15

❤️ Come have fun AND give back to the community at the same time!

🚂 THIS IS THE FINAL RABBIT ROCKET OF THE SEASON!
If you’ve been thinking about it… this is your LAST chance to come out and see what everyone’s been talking about! 🐇🌸

✨ Don’t miss the memories, the fun, and the magic—ALL ABOARD!

04/03/2026

🚂🐰 ALL ABOARD THE RABBIT ROCKET EASTER TRAIN! 🐰🚂
Rain in the forecast? NO PROBLEM. We’ve got you covered and the fun is happening RAIN OR SHINE! 🌧️➡️🌈
🎟️ Tickets Available NOW (Walk-ups Welcome!)
👉 https://heartlandrailevents.ticketspice.com/the-rabbit-rocket-easter-train⁠�
🎟️ SAVE ON YOUR TICKETS:
🚃 Use code BEE20 for 20% OFF
🗓️ THIS WEEKEND’S TRAIN RIDES:
📅 Friday, April 3rd – 11:00 AM & 3:00 PM
📅 Saturday, April 4th – 11:00 AM, 12:45 PM & 4:00 PM
🎉 FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY:
🏰 Bounce house (weather permitting)
🏃‍♂️ 3-legged races full of laughs
🎯 Co****le for parents to kick back and enjoy
🌧️ WEATHER-PROOF FUN IS PLANNED IF NEEDED!
✔️ Easter Egg Hunt will go on no matter the weather
✔️ 🎨 Whistle painting is fully taken care of
☀️ And if weather gets too wild? We’ve got your back — we can help move your tickets to Saturday trains!
📧 [email protected]
📞 Call Apryl: 913-709-0977
🐇 Meet Conductor Cottontail, hunt for eggs, ride the rails, and make unforgettable memories with your crew!
🎟️ Walk up or grab your seats now before trains fill up!

04/02/2026

SUBJECT: RABBIT ROCKET EASTER TRAIN - INCLEMENT WEATHER PLAN

Dear Guests,

We are looking forward to celebrating Easter with you aboard the Rabbit Rocket Easter Train! While the weather forecast may not be ideal, we are happy to share that we have devised a fun and engaging indoor plan to ensure everyone still has a memorable experience.

All activities will take place on the train and at the station. Guests can enjoy games and dancing onboard with our live bunnies, creating a lively and festive atmosphere for all ages. During the journey, we will still make our special stop at the village to pick up the Easter Bunny, who will then ride back with us to the station.

Once back at the station, we will host an indoor egg hunt inside the train cars. Please note that, for safety reasons, we may need to limit the number of children participating at one time. Additionally, children will have the opportunity to paint train whistles in our beautifully restored Historic 1347 Lounge Car.

Typically, each train ride includes a Golden Egg winner. However, due to the weather adjustments, we will instead enter every child into a drawing for the Golden Egg prize to ensure fairness and safety.

For those who prefer, we are more than happy to accommodate ticket exchanges to our Saturday trains, when the weather is expected to be better.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please feel free to contact Apryl Strawn at 913-709-0977 or email us at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).

Thank you for your understanding and flexibility. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Warm regards,
Rabbit Rocket Crew

04/01/2026

🚂🐰 BIG NEWS – WE ADDED ANOTHER TRAIN! 🐰🚂
Due to demand, we’ve opened up an ADDITIONAL Rabbit Rocket Easter Train ride on Saturday, April 4th at 4:00 PM! 🎉🌸
If you’ve been waiting to grab your tickets… THIS is your moment! 👇
🎟️ GRAB YOUR TICKETS HERE:
👉 https://heartlandrailevents.ticketspice.com/the-rabbit-rocket-easter-train
🎟️ SPECIAL DISCOUNTS STILL AVAILABLE:
🚃 15% OFF Caboose Tickets → use code BUNNYCABOOSE15
🎟️ 10% OFF Regular Tickets → use code HOPONNOW10
🗓️ THIS WEEKEND’S SCHEDULE:
📅 Friday, April 3rd – 11:00 AM & 3:00 PM
📅 Saturday, April 4th – 11:00 AM, 12:45 PM & NEW 4:00 PM!
🎉 MORE FUN FOR EVERYONE!
We’ve added even more activities for little ones and big kids alike!
🏰 Bounce house fun
🏃‍♂️ 3-legged races to get everyone laughing
🎯 Co****le for parents to enjoy while the kids play
🌧️ RAIN OR SHINE – THE FUN GOES ON!
We’re ready for whatever the weather brings!
✔️ Easter Egg Hunt & 🎨 Whistle Painting will be set up out of the elements for the kids
☀️ If needed, we’ll gladly move your tickets to Saturday trains when the sun will be shining!
📧 Need to switch your tickets? Email us at [email protected]
📞 Or call Apryl at 913-709-0977 and we’ll take care of you!
🐇 Don’t miss your chance to ride, meet Conductor Cottontail, enjoy the Easter Egg Hunt, and make unforgettable family memories!
🎟️ Grab your seats NOW before this new time sells out!

03/29/2026

🚂🐰 All Aboard the Rabbit Rocket Easter Train TODAY! 🐰🚂
Looking for something fun to do today? We’ve got TWO magical departures happening at 1:00 PM and 2:45 PM—and there’s still time to hop on board for an unforgettable Easter adventure! 🌸🥚
Bring the whole family out to enjoy:
✨ A scenic train ride
🐇 Meet Conductor Cottontail & live bunnies
🎨 Kids can paint their own wooden train whistle
🥚 Easter Egg Hunt with a chance to win Santa Rocket tickets!
🎟️ WALK-UP SPECIAL – TODAY ONLY!
You can walk up and purchase tickets on-site at a discounted price for today’s rides! Don’t miss your chance to hop aboard—once seats fill, they’re gone!
🍔 PLUS… even if you’re not riding the train—come on out!
Backyard Grill is set up right in the parking lot serving up delicious burgers and more for everyone in town to enjoy! 🔥🍔
📍 Come soak up the fun, grab some great food, and experience the excitement happening right here today!

03/24/2026

🐰🚂 ONLY 4 DAYS AWAY!!

The Rabbit Rocket Easter Train is almost here — don’t miss out! 🌸✨

🎟 A 2.5–3 hour family adventure your kids will LOVE:
🚂 Train ride + Easter Village
🥚 Egg hunt + prizes
🎨 KIDS CRAFT STATION — each child ticket includes a train whistle to paint and remember your adventure forever
🐰 Bunnies + Conductor Cottontail
🛍 Easter gift shop

✨ Find the golden egg & WIN Santa Rocket tickets! 🎄🥚

🌬 Open-air car + ❄️ climate-controlled seating
🚃 Private cabooses available

📅 DEPARTURES:
March 28th: 11:00 AM, 12:45 PM, 3:00 PM
March 29th: 1:00 PM, 2:45 PM
April 3rd: 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM
April 4th: 11:00 AM, 12:45 PM
(Additional times may be added)

🎟 Get tickets NOW (10% OFF):
https://heartlandrailevents.ticketspice.com/the-rabbit-rocket-easter-train

💸 Use code HOPONNOW10

Hop on before it’s gone! 🐰🚂🌷

🚂Heartland Rail Events LLC invites you to the historic Ottawa Northern Railroad for our Easter Celebration Train Ride. This isn’t just a train ride — it’s a full springtime 3 hour adventure with a family experience filled with Easter surprises, activities, and unforgettable memories.

03/09/2026

🚂🐰 Kansas families… have you heard about the Easter Train coming to Baldwin City?

From the same railroad that brought you the Santa Rocket Christmas Train, a brand-new springtime adventure is arriving in 2026… and kids might even win Santa Rocket tickets during the egg hunt. 🎄🥚

Introducing the Rabbit Rocket Easter Train — a 2.5–3 hour Easter adventure your kids will be talking about long after the eggs are gone. 🌷

📍 Departing from 1515 High Street, Baldwin City, Kansas
📅 March 28, 29 & April 3–4

Families will board the historic Ottawa Northern Railroad and travel to our Easter Village at Historic Norwood Station, where a full hour of Easter fun awaits.

🌼 What your family will experience:

🚂 Scenic historic train ride through the countryside
🥚 Easter Egg Hunt Adventure with candy, prizes, and a chance to win Santa Rocket Christmas Train tickets
🎨 Paint-Your-Own Train Whistle Craft included with every child’s ticket
🐰 Meet Conductor Cottontail and adorable live Easter bunnies
🎯 Family outdoor games and activities
🛍 Easter Gift Shop with festive treats and train souvenirs

🌷 Ride Your Way

• Open-air car (first come, first served) for the fresh spring breeze and the sound of the whistle down the tracks
• Climate-controlled passenger car for comfortable scenic views
• Three historic cabooses available to reserve — perfect for large families or small groups wanting a more private experience together

👶 Kids under 3 ride FREE
(If they want to paint a train whistle it’s just $2.50 at the craft station.)

✨ This isn’t just a train ride… it’s a springtime family tradition in the making.

💬 HELP US OUT — we’re curious!

1️⃣ How old are your little egg hunters this year?
2️⃣ Would your kids sit in the open-air car or the caboose?
3️⃣ Tag a family who should ride the Easter Train with you!

🎟 Tickets are available now.
We’ll post the ticket link in the comments below.




🚂🐰🌸🥚

Get Tickets for The Rabbit Rocket Easter Train.

03/05/2026

PRESENTING THE RABBIT ROCKET EASTER TRAIN 2026
Departing from 1515 High Street, Baldwin City, Kansas on
March 28th, 29th and April 3rd and 4th Departing from 1515 High Street, Baldwin City, Kansas. Children under 3 do not need a ticket, but if they want to paint a train whiste there will be a $2.50 charge at the Easter Village.
GET YOUR TICKETS HERE:https://heartlandrailevents.ticketspice.com/the-rabbit-rocket-easter-train
🌷This Easter Celebration combines historic rail travel with hands-on activities and family friendly fun! 🌷 Weather permitting, our open-air car will be available on a first-come, first-served basis—perfect for feeling the fresh spring breeze and hearing the whistle echo down the tracks; however, if you prefer to have indoor comfort? We also offer a climate-controlled car to ride in comfort while still enjoying beautiful panoramic views. No matter where you sit, spring will be on full display for all to see🌼
Upon arrival, your family will enjoy an interactive Easter celebration designed for all ages. The train ride out is approximately 30 minutes, and you will be Spending a Full Hour at the Easter Village at Historic Norwood Station. The entire experience will be approximately 2.5-3 Hours. While at the Easter Village you will find the following:
🎨 Kid’s Craft Station – Paint Your Own Train Whistle which is included with your child’s ticket to create a special keepsake to remember their Easter Train Ride for years to come.
🥚 Easter Egg Hunt Adventure with a chance to win Santa Rocket Train Tickets for 2026 Season, candy and other prizes. Egg hunts are divided by age (0–6 & 7–12) to ensure a safe and fun experience for everyone.
🐰 Live Easter Bunny Encounters Pet adorable live Easter bunnies. You can also capture the perfect family photo with Conductor Cottontail himself!
🎯 Family Outdoor Activities & Games Enjoy classic outdoor fun, open play areas, and memory-making moments together.
🐰🚂🌷 Easter Gift Shop Browse a festive gift shop with Easter treasures and unique train-themed souvenirs. Included will be snacks and drinks for purchase. We are working to get a Food Truck available at Norwood for families to enjoy. This isn’t just a train ride — it’s a magical spring tradition where memories are made, whistles blow, and Easter comes alive! 🐰🚂🌷

02/23/2026

We know it’s still really chilly outside ❄️… but warmer days and Easter Magic are right around the corner! 🌷🐰
Get ready because
The Rabbit Rocket Easter Train
Tickets will go on sale by March 4th, so STAY TUNED! 🚂✨
This unforgettable family adventure includes:
🎨 Each child painting their very own train whistle
🐇 Live rabbits for up-close smiles and memories
🚚 Delicious eats from food trucks
🥕 A special visit from Peter Cottontail himself
🥚 An exciting Easter Egg Hunt — with the chance to WIN tickets to The Santa Rocket! 🎅🚂
PLUS — we have 3 Cabooses available for large groups, perfect for birthdays, church groups, scout troops, or family gatherings… including our brand NEW 🔥🍫 S’mores Caboose! Cozy, sweet, and perfect for making memories together.
This is more than a train ride — it’s a springtime family experience you won’t want to miss. Keep watching for ticket sales to open… these seats will hop away fast! 🐣💛















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12/24/2025

✨🚂 From the bottom of our hearts… THANK YOU 🚂✨
The Santa Rocket season has officially come to a close, and we are overflowing with gratitude. Every laugh, every smile, every wide-eyed moment, every family memory you shared with us meant more than we can put into words. ❤️
You didn’t just ride a train — you brought joy, magic, energy, and holiday spirit that made this season unforgettable for our entire crew. We are so thankful for every single guest who chose to celebrate Christmas with us.
And this is just the beginning… 👀✨
We’re already dreaming, planning, building, and creating new surprises, new magic, and even more unforgettable moments for next season. We truly hope you’ll come back and see everything we’ve been working on — we can’t wait to welcome you aboard again.
Until next year… thank you for believing in the magic and for being part of the Santa Rocket family. 🎅🚂❤️












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12/13/2025

🎄 LAST NIGHT ON THE SANTA ROCKET… THE GRINCH STRUCK! 🎄

The Grinch tried to steal Santa’s Christmas tree at the North Pole aboard the Santa Rocket… but all he managed to snag was one single branch 😆🎄

Not to worry — he then boarded the train, played with the kids, caused plenty of mischievous fun, and even stole the elves’ Christmas package before making his dramatic exit!

All in good fun, lots of laughs, and unforgettable memories for everyone on board. 🎅🚂💚

🎟️ Get your tickets today before they’re gone!

📅 Dates & Times:

Saturday & Sunday, December 13–14
• 2:30 PM
• 5:00 PM
• 7:30 PM

Friday, December 19
• 5:00 PM
• 7:30 PM

Saturday, Sunday & Monday, December 20–22
• 2:30 PM
• 5:00 PM
• 7:30 PM

🎉 FINAL NIGHT — Tuesday, December 23
• 2:30 PM
• 5:00 PM
• 7:30 PM

📍 Location:
1515.5 High Street, Baldwin City, Kansas

🌐 Tickets:
👉 ottawanorthernrailroad.com

12/11/2025

✨WHAT'S YOUR FAMILY DOING ON FRIDAY NIGHTS? ✨

The Santa Rocket Christmas Train is now running Friday nights—starting THIS Friday—plus extra dates the week of Christmas to make sure every family can experience the magic! We know weekends fill up with holiday parties and family events, so we opened more nights just for YOU. 🎄❤️
Come join us aboard the Santa Rocket for lights, laughter, cocoa, cookies, dancing elves, and a magical visit with Santa himself. This is the Christmas tradition your family will never forget. 🚂✨

🎟️ Upcoming Dates & Times

Friday, December 12
• 5:00 PM
• 7:30 PM

Saturday & Sunday, December 13–14
• 2:30 PM
• 5:00 PM
• 7:30 PM

Friday, December 19
• 5:00 PM
• 7:30 PM

Saturday, Sunday & Monday, December 20–22
• 2:30 PM
• 5:00 PM
• 7:30 PM

🎉 FINAL NIGHT — Tuesday, December 23
• 2:30 PM
• 5:00 PM
• 7:30 PM

✨ Don’t miss out—these added nights are the perfect chance to ride if your weekends are packed with holiday parties or school events! Seats are limited and selling fast.

🎅🚂 Tickets available at: ottawanorthernrailroad.com

Presented by Rock Island Rail and Ottawa Northern Railroad