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Special Event
Event
Excursion to Carbondale: Extraterrestrial Express in Partnership with the Iron Horse Society
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Fee:
Adult (ages 13-54) $25.00; Senior (ages 55+) $22.50; Child (ages 3-12) $18.00; Toddler (ages 2 and under) $1.00; "Not All Heroes Wear Capes" Ticket: $0.00Location:
While this event is being held at Steamtown National Historic Site, it is organized and run by the Iron Horse Society, Steamtown's official philanthropic partner.Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, November 9, 2024
Time:
10:45 AM
Duration:
5 hours and 45 minutes
Type of Event
Partner Program
Train ride will last approximately 1.25 hours. Departure time from Steamtown is 10:45am. Arrival at Carbondale will be around 12pm with a 3-hour layover for the event. Departure from Carbondale is at 3pm with an arrival at Steamtown around 4:30pm.
Description
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this out-of-this-world adventure!
Join the Iron Horse Society, Steamtown’s official Philanthropic Partner, for a one-of-a-kind train ride from Steamtown National Historic Site to Carbondale, PA, where the Inaugural Carbondalien Festival awaits. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Carbondale's famous 1974 UFO sighting with live music, alien hot air balloons, local vendors, and more! This scenic round-trip journey is perfect for festivalgoers and UFO enthusiasts alike.
Proceeds from ticket sales will support The Iron Horse Society, a 501c3 non-profit in its mission to promote the knowledge, education, and preservation of railroad heritage at Steamtown National Historic Site for generations to come. The Iron Horse Society is the official philanthropic partner of Steamtown National Historic Site.
Event Details:
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Departure from Scranton: 10:45 AM
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Arrival in Carbondale: 12:00 PM
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Festival Time in Carbondale: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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Return Departure from Carbondale: 3:00 PM
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Arrival back in Scranton: 4:30 PM
More information
Reservation or Registration: Yes
Email Iron Horse Society at info@theironhorsesociety.com