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2010 Calendar of EventsIndependence
Day, 3 July
 Old
Threshers Reunion (2 Sep-6 Sep) Midwest Haunted Rails (15-16, 22-23, 29-30 Oct) North
Pole Express (3-4-5, 11-12 Dec)Independence Day Celebration, 3 July   In past years, the train starts pulling paying passengers at 4 PM, and runs through early evening. There will probably be a $2 wrist band to give riders unlimited access to the cars. Participants should know that our events fund the railroad's operations. Our 2-6-0 #6 needs additional maintenance this year but we hope to hold the line on rider charges. At 10.00 PM, the Mount Pleasant Independence Day Committee, with the financial support of numerous sponsors throughout the community, will provide an incredible fireworks show in the park. Bear in mind that donation levels may limit or eliminate the fireworks. (top of page) Old Threshers Reunion (2 Sep-6 Sep)5 Days Ending on Labor DayHeld annually over Labor Day weekend, the Old Threshers Reunion is an educational and fun event that includes rides on our railroad. This is an event where family memories are made.The trains will operate from about 8:30 AM until 10:00 PM. Besides the trains, the Model A and Model T are usually trailing one of the trains. In addition to the train, A and T rides, the MCRR offers numerous seminars through the event explaining how steam train engines, airbrakes, track signals and other railroad systems function. The 2009 OTR had nearly picture perfect weather; will this happen in 2010? Numerous pictures of the MCRR at the 2009 OTR can be seen here.   Midwest Haunted Rails (15-16, 22-23, 29-30 Oct)The Midwest Central Railroad and Old Threshers' Midwest Electric Railway will take on an eerie feel for its annual "Ghost Train of No Return and the Ghostly Trolley." The MCRR and the Midwest Electric Railway will join together for a single price "all you can ride" event. For 2009, the unlimited ride wristband was $10 per person, with those 4 and under free. Prices are subject to change, but we always try to "hold the line" on increases. No reservations were required for the Haunted Rails. (Note: The Old Thrashers House of Terror is a separately priced event.) In 2009, the MCRR had two steam locomotives running each evening to carry the crowds. Depending on the status of the engines, it was necessary to use the "modern" diesel switcher, #14. What will happen in 2010? We hope to see the 9 and 6 pulling cars. The event will run from 6 PM CDT to 10 PM CDT for the listed days. If the crowd persists, the trains will ran later than 10 PM, but be advised this is quite unpredictable! Besides the train and trolley, there will be numerous "inflatable jumping things" for the kids, food vendors, music, miscellaneous kids activities and costume contests. Additional information on the Midwest Haunted Rails can be found here.    North Pole Express (3-4-5, 11-12 Dec)Thousands will ride to the "North Pole" aboard our North Pole Express for their holiday treat. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Christmas as you travel on the Shay (#9) steam powered train to the North Pole. At the North Pole, visit with our Railroad Santa, who will bring a special gift for each child. Holiday traditions start on the Midwest Central Railroad. The 2010 tickets are $14 per person (ages 0 to 12 months are at no cost). 1st NOTE: We start taking reservations via a toll-free reservation number on November 1. In past years, all seats have been sold within 10 days! 2nd NOTE: In 2009 we had a mail-in ticket scheme. It was very successful so there is every indication that we will have the same mail-in ticket order scheme this year; check the main North Pole Express page for details. Click here for additional information on this event. Please e-mail Deb Crouch for more information regarding future North Pole Express events.. (top of page) |
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Midwest Central Railroad Mount Pleasant, Iowa 52641 319−385−2912 (updated 30Jun10) |