puffing billy | Events & Special Trains

'Off The Rails' Comedy Train

In need of serious comic relief? Then hop up off the couch and join our talented Standup Comedians on Puffing Billy's evening dining train. A hilarious night guaranteed to induce some wholesome belly laughs!

Murder On The Puffing Billy Express

Join us for an intriguing night of murder, mystery and suspense aboard the Puffing Billy evening dinner train special. This event is supported and acted by the Gemco Players Community Theatre. 2013 SEASON IS NOW OPEN

Jazz on Puffing Billy Railway

Jazz on Puffing Billy Railway will be trumpeting along with live Jazz music with the Mast Gully Quartet, great local wines and a dinner in the historic Nobelius Packing Shed. 2013 SEASON NOW OPEN FOR BOOKINGS.

Great Train Race Sunday 5 May

The Great Train Race isn’t simply a race amongst the competitors.The exciting challenge is competing against Puffing Billy through the hills and fern gullies of the Dandenong Ranges from Belgrave to Emerald Lake Park. NOTE: 2013 Results available

Day Out With Thomas

'THOMAS' RETURNS IN SPRING! See 'Thomas the Tank Engine' in full steam at Puffing Billy's EMERALD town station ...entertainment for the entire family!

Drive a Steam Train

Here is your opportunity to drive a steam locomotive along a winding, steeply graded narrow gauge railway, through a variety of scenery.

Santa Special

Santa is visiting Puffing Billy and very special trains have been organised so that Santa can meet as many families as possible. Travel aboard a delightfully decorated steam-hauled train for a journey through the beautiful Dandenong Ranges.

Weddings

Celebrate your wedding day as you journey in our heritage dining carriages before arriving at our historic venue, the Nobelius Packing Shed located near Emerald. A truly unique and memorable experience!

Local Events

Enjoy a day out in the Dandenong Ranges whilst sampling a range of regional produce, arts and crafts from Emerald and Gembrook markets.

Gift Vouchers for Christmas