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Weekend Fun: Santa train rides, Christmas carriages and party buses

Santa Charlie
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Allentown and Auburn Railroad
Charles Beck and Linda Yungel portray Santa and Mrs. Claus on the Allentown and Auburn Railroad "Santa Train."

Christmas is almost here, and there's plenty of things going on in the region to get you into the holiday spirit.

At LehighValleyNews.com, we have handpicked three events for you to welcome in some weekend fun. And the theme of the weekend is... transportation!

Santa trains

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LehighValleyNews.com
Santa Claus

Ho ho ho! Take a train ride this weekend to the North Pole, on the Allentown & Auburn Railroad with Santa. Mrs. Claus will be in attendance as well.

Trains depart on Dec. 17 and 18 from Kutztown Station starting at 10:00 a.m.

Prices:

Adult (ages 12-64)............................$18
Senior (ages 65+)..............................$16
Child (ages 2-11)................................$12
Toddler (ages 2 & under)................$0.01

Be sure to get your tickets soon, before they sell out!

Bethlehem Christmas rides

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Touchstone Theatre
A similar, old-timey train

For those who prefer to get around the old-fashioned way, travel through history in a horse-drawn sleigh. There’s a red sleigh that seats up to nine guests, driven by Santa, as well as a Wonderful Winter Wagon and options for a private carriage.

For $21 a person, you’ll get a 20-minute tour of the rich architectural sites of Downtown Bethlehem.

Lights in the Parkway Party Bus

Party Bus
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Blended
Party Bus

For some adult fun, go on a VIP ride through the lights in the parkway, while hosts play holiday favorites. The bus ride starts and ends at Blended, a bar and grill in downtown Allentown.

The bus is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 16th and 17, starting at 5 p.m. For $25 you get a seat on the bus and two drinks.

Make sure you get there 15 minutes early, and bring proof of age with you! This is only for those 21 and over.