Events
Woodstown Central Events
Brew to Brew
Calling all beer lovers! Our Brew to Brew train is an exclusive way of connecting two South Jersey Breweries. Travel aboard our vintage 1930’s passenger train, taking in the sights and sounds of beautiful Southern New Jersey, to the Swedesboro Brewing Co. for a 90 minute visit. Afterward, re-board the train and continue your journey to Farmers & Bankers Brewing for 90 minutes before returning back to South Woodstown station.New Format for 2025!
All passengers are now able to park and board the train at our South Woodstown Station instead of choosing which brewery to begin.
Parking: Free parking at location
Price: $45
Duration: 4 hours
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Ice Cream Special
All aboard the Father’s Day Weekend – “Ice Cream Special”. This Father’s Day, Celebrate Dear ol’ Dad with the company of his family and friends aboard our authentically restored 1930’s train. These trains will be powered by ex-Reading FP7, #902 and SMS Lines GP38-3, #2003.
While onboard, indulge in your choice of ice cream or custard provided by Cream Valley Custard. A local favorite serving the Woodstown area for over 30 years.
Choose from the following (when making your reservations). All served in a 6oz. cup: Chocolate Custard, Vanilla Custard, Creamsicle Custard (most popular!) a mixture of vanilla & orange custard, Sweet & Salty – Vanilla based ice cream with a caramel swirl & chocolate covered pretzel pieces, Cookie Dough Ice Cream, or Cherry water ice.
Parking: Free parking at location
“Woodstown” Table Car Price: $165 per table (seats four)
“Mineral Spring” Table Car Price: $145 per table (seats four)
Duration: 50-75 minutes
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Father’s Day Express
This Father’s Day Weekend, take dad out for scenic train ride. Climb aboard for an enriching journey over Salem County’s first railroad line, dating back to 1863. Along the way, take in the lush forests and some of New Jersey’s most rural and beautiful farmland. These trains will be powered by ex-Reading FP7, #902 and SMS Lines GP38-3, #2003.Parking: Free parking at location
Coach Price: $25 for Adults, $18 for Children, and $3 for Toddlers
Open Air Gondola Price: $25 for Adults, $18 for Children, and $3 for Toddlers
Caboose Price: $35 for Adults, $25 for Children, and $3 for Toddlers
Duration: 50-75 minutes
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the Continental
Traverse picturesque landscapes of lush forests, expansive farmland, and vibrant wildlife en route to Mannington. While onboard, indulge in a delectable breakfast feast featuring an array of baked goods and fresh fruit from “The Quaker Baker”—all served with a variety of exquisite beverages including coffee, tea, and orange juice all on our luxurious 1930s-era table car. Regarding alcohol, this excursion is BYOB. Please note, food items may contain nuts.Parking: Free parking at location
Price: $185 per table (seats four)
Duration: 75 mins
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Charcuterie byob
Embark on a journey of sophistication in true first-class elegance aboard our meticulously restored 1930s-era table car. Revel in the company of your closest companions with your favorite BYOB selection, while you indulge with a charcuterie board featuring an array of assorted meats and cheeses, accompanied by fruit and baked goods from “The Quaker Baker”. While onboard, our historic 1930’s train will traverse picturesque landscapes of lush forests, expansive farmland, and vibrant wildlife en-route to Mannington.Parking: Free parking at location
Price: $185 per table (seats four)
Duration: 75 mins
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Swedesboro Local
Climb aboard for an enriching journey over the tracks of the original Woodstown & Swedesboro Railroad built in 1883. This approximately 50-minute trip will take you across peaceful Memorial Lake, through historic Woodstown, and over the Oldmans Creek Trestle as our Trainmen share what it was like to travel by rail in New Jersey nearly a century ago. This excursion is great for families, friends, and explorers looking to make Woodstown Central a part of their day here in beautiful Salem County.Parking: Free parking at location
Price: $25 for Adults, $18 for Children, and $3 for Toddlers
Duration: 50-55 mins
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Mannington Limited
The Mannington Limited is a rare-milage trip over the Southern half of our railroad between Woodstown and Mannington. This 17.5-mile roundtrip will take passengers over Salem County’s first railroad line, dating back to 1863. Along the way, take in the lush forests and some of New Jersey’s most rural and beautiful farmland from our authentically restored 1930s train.Parking: Free parking at location
Price: $28 for Adults, $20 for Children, and $3 for Toddlers
Duration: 65-75 mins
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Groups & Private Charters
The Woodstown Central Railroad is one of the most unique venues in the greater Philadelphia area. With train cars dating back to the 1930s, your trip over this historic rail line (circa 1883) will be an unforgettable experience for you and your guests.
Whether this is accommodating a large group on one of our excursions (10+ people), reserving your own private train car for a round-trip (1 or 2 hours), or even chartering the entire train for several hours, Woodstown Central Railroad is able to accommodate!
We are excited to help you get the wheels rolling on your special event! If you are interested in booking, please email us with your group/charter’s estimated date (or month), number of people attending, and please select from one of our Classes of Service available below.
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