Santa Trolley
2025-12-20 09:00 - 17:00, 2025-12-21 09:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Pennsylvania Trolley Museum, 1 Electric Way, Washington, PA, 15301, United States
Take an excursion on one of our antique streetcars this holiday season. You’ll have the chance to meet Santa Claus, chat with him on your journey, and take a picture with him before your ride concludes! After your adventure, explore our interactive exhibits, see our train display and LEGO display table from Steel City LUG, and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies!
You’ll also get the chance to see dozens of Christmas trees decorated by our community partners and to purchase a treat from Farmhouse Kitchen and Bakery.
Admission to the museum on these dates requires the purchase of special tickets for $25 per person. Visitors 2 and under may attend this event for free when riding on the lap of an adult. This year’s event is sponsored by the Washington Financial Charitable Foundation and runs on November 28-30 as well as December 6-7, 13-14, and 20-21.
Please arrive at the Museum at least 15 minutes before the time listed on your tickets!
Tickets
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Click here to learn about our Sensory Friendly Santa Trolley rides on the morning of Sunday, November 30.

Trivia Night
2026-01-29 19:00 - 22:00
Thursday, January 29- 7:00 PM
Enjoy some Museum-themed cocktails and test your knowledge of the Trolley Era and all things Pittsburgh! Tickets available soon.

Free Kid February
2026-02-01 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-05 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-06 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-07 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-08 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-12 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-13 10:00 - 16:00, 2026-02-14 10:00 - 16:00 and 8 more dates
Kids visit for free in February 2026!

Thanks to our event sponsor, the Alex E. Paris Contracting Company, we’re offering free admission in February 2026 to kids ages 0-17.
Enjoy a scenic 4-mile round-trip ride on an antique trolley, discover our collection of historic streetcars in our Trolley Display Building, and explore our interactive games and exhibits in our Welcome & Education Center. Also, dive into trolley history with a guided tour, check out all the cool books, toys, and collectibles in our museum gift shop, and, if the sun is shining, enjoy our Barry Stout Park and playground.
We’re open Thursday-Sunday in February so that means that kids can visit for free on February 1, 5-8, 12-15, 19-22, and 26-28. Click here to see our General Admission rates for Adults and Seniors and to plan your visit.
Visitors on February 14 and 15 can also participate for free in Teddy Bear Trolley!

Teddy Bear Trolley
2026-02-14, 2026-02-15
Take a trolley adventure with your favorite stuffie!
Bring your favorite teddy bear or stuffed animal to the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum for a day full of teddy-rific activities! Enjoy a special story time, coloring stations, and an opportunity to get a photo in the trolley operator’s seat with your stuffed animal. The Museum store will also be selling a teddy bear of our own for those looking for a new friend!
This event occurs on February 14 & 15 and is included with General Admission, which is free for kids (ages 3-18) during the month of February thanks to Alex E. Paris Contracting. (Admission for children 2 and under is always free.) No advanced purchasing of tickets is required. Visitors are welcome to wear their PJs for some extra fun (must include shirts, pants, and shoes).
The Museum is open on these dates from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Volunteer Open House
2026-02-21 09:30 - 16:00
Since our beginning as the Pittsburgh Electric Railway Club, PTM has relied on the passion of volunteers to keep the Trolley Era alive. Today, our volunteer program- 180+ participants strong- continues their mission to inspire the next generation of innovators.
You’re invited to join us on February 21, 2026 for our Volunteer Open House, where you’ll get to:

Meet our volunteers! Connect with our team of trolley enthusiasts, educators, and community members of all ages
Tour our maintenance and restoration shop and find out how you can help preserve vintage transportation
Take a look at a sample of items from our transit archives. Our volunteers explore PA’s history through photos, maps, artwork, and more
Discover how you can become a trolley operator, serve as a museum guide, and help with our exciting holiday events

Those who register will receive free admission to the Museum on the day of the event. All ages are welcome to attend! Attendees 14 years and older will have the opportunity to operate a trolley.
Registration coming soon!
