Candlelight Limited

CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE

Candlelight Limited

Celebrate Woodstown By Candlelight aboard Woodstown Central Railroad’s annual Candlelight Limited. Depart from historic downtown Woodstown for a 75-minute holiday journey aboard beautifully restored 1930s train cars, complete with festive decorations, a personal visit from Santa, a special gift for every child, and a Christmas layover at South Woodstown Station.
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75 Minutes

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Family Friendly

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December 4th

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From $45

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902 & 903

Why you’ll love it

The Candlelight Limited blends vintage railroad charm with one of Woodstown’s signature holiday traditions. Ride through winter landscapes in a decorated 1930s passenger train, enjoy time with Santa, then step off at South Woodstown Station for fire pits, photos, the Gift Shop, and Santa’s Mailbox before returning to downtown Woodstown.
  • Ride aboard beautifully restored and heated 1930s passenger cars
  • Enjoy a 75-minute, approximately 14-mile Christmas train journey
  • Receive a personal visit from Santa during the ride
  • Every child receives a special gift.
  • Enjoy festive holiday decorations throughout the train
  • Enjoy festive decorations aboard the train and around South Woodstown Station
  • Take a 15-minute layover at South Woodstown Station
  • Visit the station Gift Shop, fire pits, photo areas, and Santa’s Mailbox
  • Pair the train ride with the Woodstown By Candlelight celebration downtown
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what’s included

  • Approximately 14-mile round-trip train ride through Southern New Jersey
  • 75-minute total holiday train experience
  • Personal visit with Santa
  • Special gift for every child
  • Festive decorations aboard the train and around the station
  • 15-minute layover at South Woodstown Station
  • Holiday photo opportunities
  • Access to Santa’s Mailbox for children

plan your trip

  • Arrive approximately 30 minutes early
  • Depart from Downtown Woodstown Station on West Wilson Ave
  • Dress warmly for evening outdoor time during Woodstown By Candlelight and the station layover
  • Restrooms available aboard the train
  • Bring children’s letters for Santa’s Mailbox
  • Allow extra time before or after the train for downtown holiday activities
  • Only registered service animals are permitted
  • Historic passenger equipment is not fully wheelchair accessible

event details

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Dates:

Friday, December 4, 2026

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Train Departs:
5:30pm and 7:30pm
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Location:

West Wilson Ave, Woodstown, NJ

how the evening works

1. Arrive in Downtown Woodstown
Arrive early at Downtown Woodstown Station on West Wilson Ave and enjoy the atmosphere of Woodstown By Candlelight before boarding

2. Board the Candlelight Limited
Settle into a decorated, heated 1930s passenger car for a traditional Christmas journey through the South Jersey countryside.

3.Visit with Santa
Santa makes his way through the train for a personal visit with each family, and every child receives a special gift.

4. Holiday Layover at South Woodstown Station
Step off for approximately 15 minutes to visit the Gift Shop, warm up near the fire pits, take holiday photos, and let children use Santa’s Mailbox.

5. Return to Downtown Woodstown
Reboard the train for the return journey, finishing back in downtown Woodstown with the Candlelight celebration nearby.

Make a day of it

Make the Candlelight Limited part of the full Woodstown By Candlelight celebration. Arrive early to explore the historic downtown, local shops, seasonal food, and community holiday activities before boarding your train, then return to town ready to continue the evening.
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frequently asked questions

When is the Candlelight Limited?

The 2026 Candlelight Limited operates Friday, December 4, 2026, in connection with Woodstown By Candlelight.

The complete experience lasts approximately 75 minutes and includes a 15-minute layover at South Woodstown Station.

The Candlelight Limited departs from Downtown Woodstown Station on West Wilson Ave in Woodstown, New Jersey

Yes. Santa makes his way through the train during the journey for a personal visit with each family.

Yes. Each child receives a special gift during the Candlelight Limited experience.

Guests have approximately 15 minutes to visit the Gift Shop, enjoy the fire pits, take holiday photos, and let children use Santa’s Mailbox.

The train is designed to complement the downtown Woodstown By Candlelight celebration. Community activities, vendors, tours, food, and other off-train offerings are separate unless specifically stated by the event organizers.

Depending on availability, guests may choose Coach seating, Caboose seating, a private table in the Mineral Spring deluxe car, or a private table in the Woodstown first-class car.

Yes. The restored passenger cars are heated, but guests should dress warmly for outdoor time during the downtown celebration and station layover.

Please arrive approximately 30 minutes before your scheduled departure to allow time for check-in and boarding.

Yes. Restrooms are available aboard the train.

Only registered service animals are permitted aboard the train.

Due to the historic nature of Woodstown Central’s passenger equipment, accessibility is limited. Guests with specific accessibility needs should contact the railroad before booking.

Woodstown Central makes every effort to operate during most weather conditions. Severe weather may result in schedule changes or cancellations, so guests should monitor railroad communications before departure.

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