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Sat, Nov 7
Fall Colors Mini Sessions at Tinker Nature Park
Candid family mini sessions with Lori and Erin Photography among the fall colors at Tinker Nature Park. Book a slot online in advance.
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EventIllustrative image, not a photo of the venueFri Dec 4, Sat Dec 5, Fri Dec 11, Sat Dec 12 · Afternoon/evening departures (see site)
Santa Trains to the North Pole
Ride a vintage train out through the countryside to the 'North Pole,' where every child meets Santa and Mrs. Claus and gets a candy cane. Hot chocolate and cookies are served in the restored 1909 depot; last year's trains sold out.
- When
- Fri, Dec 4 – Sat, Dec 12
- Days
- Fri Dec 4, Sat Dec 5, Fri Dec 11, Sat Dec 12
- Times
- Afternoon/evening departures (see site)
- Ages
- Toddlers, Kids
- Price
- $28 per person; ages 4 & under free
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Where
- Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum (Industry Depot), 282 Rush-Scottsville Rd, Rush, NY 14543
More about the venue: Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum
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Dates confirmed November 5, 2026 from the organizer (source). Plans change, so check before you go.
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