The Princess Express: A Fairytale, Vintage Train Ride

On Sunday, August 3rd, join The Austin Steam Train Association for The Princess Express — a one-hour royal adventure aboard our vintage train. It’s everything you love about fairytale moments: sparkles, costumes, and real-life princesses! Starting at 12:00 PM enjoy our Princess Platform Party — a royally fun pre-boarding celebration where your child can: Meet and take photos with real princesses Jump and play in inflatables  Receive a gift from a fairy godmother  Dance and twirl to festive music from a live violinist  Then at 2:00 PM, ride the train for a one-hour round-trip ride along the Lakeline Express route. Sit back and enjoy beautifully restored train cars from the golden age of rail upgraded with modern comforts. Pulled by a historic diesel locomotive, this moving museum offers complimentary pink lemonade in the concession car, princess-themed activities, and unforgettable moments with your favorite characters. Costumes encouraged — capes, tutus, crowns, and all! Ride for an hour, make a lifetime of memories. Seats tend to disappear faster than Cinderella’s carriage — don’t miss your chance for the ride of the season! Schedule: * Platform Party: 12:00 PM to 1:45 PM * Boarding: 1:30 PM to 1:45 PM * Departure: 2:00 PM * Return: 3:00 PM