Dogwood Lunch Train:
March 18 & 25 & April 1, 2023 | 1:00 PM
Passengers aboard Texas State Railroad Dogwood Lunch Train will savor the flavor and the sights, of East Texas. Expand all of your senses with a delicious meal and a front row seat to the Dogwood Days springtime show during your journey. Departing Saturday March 18th and 25th and April 1st from the Palestine depot at 1:00pm. For more details visit
texasstaterailroad.netPiney Woods Express Diesel- Texas State Railroad:March 17, 23, 24, 30, 31 | 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
The casual grace of train travel never goes out of style. A diesel locomotive is the muscle that pulls the cars representing a bygone form of notable travel. From the moment one steps aboard a vintage 1920’s car, the excitement of being on the rails is exhilarating. This four-hour round-trip train adventure departing from Palestine, with an hour layover at the Rusk depot, takes passengers on a journey through the impressive Piney Woods and 135 years of history. Unplug for a tradition that merges comfort and adventure for the whole family. Relaxed seating, thoughtful décor and friendly, responsive attendants add to the ambiance of the scenic journey afforded travelers a century ago. The trip includes comfortable seating, food and adult beverage service, and historic narration on a rail journey that whisks you back into another century. Most cars are climate-controlled, have restrooms, access a concession car stocked with snacks and kid-friendly and adult beverages. All seats have views along the Piney Woods route, and narration and music highlight the trip. Five different accommodations are offered to savor the Texas State Railroad experience: Caboose, Presidential, Observation Dome, First Class, and Open-Air Coach. ADA coaches are available. 855-632 7729
Tahwahkaro Whiskey Dinner:
April 1| Reservations required 6:00 PM
Enjoy a whiskey paired dinner at Queen Street Grille featuring 3 of the Tahwahkaro blends: Four Grain Bourbon, Texas Malt Whiskey & Cask Strength Straight Bourbon Whiskey. Whiskey discussions and drawings with each course. Advance Tickets available. $99 plus tax and gratuity. All guests must be 21 years or older.
903-723-2404
Historic Redlands Tour:
March 18, 25 & April 1, 2023 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Guided Tour of the Redlands Hotel - The Redlands Hotel was built in 1914 by a group of citizens to provide housing for the visitors to the City from the railroad. Built as a fine hotel with an up date restaurant, ice machine, orchestra and ballroom, it was in high demand until 1918 when WW I caused economy problems. Imagine debarking from a long train ride to walk into the Redlands Hotel’s dining room and an elegant dinner. For special group tours call 903-729-2345