A festive Thanksgiving weekend at the Military Aviation Museum for our annual “Planes, Trains, and Santa” family event!

New for 2024

To keep the experience special for little ones, we are limiting attendance to 1,300 guests per day. Be sure to purchase your tickets early before each day sells out! Tickets will not be available at the door on sold-out days.

Each day at 10:00 a.m., weather permitting, Santa arrives at the museum in a vintage airplane (as the reindeer need their rest for the big night!). Don’t miss the opportunity to capture a memorable photo with Santa, admire numerous vintage airplanes, and be astounded by the hangar loaded with trains.

Kids and adults will marvel at intricate model train displays winding through villages, detailed landscapes, and miniature towns adorned with twinkling lights. These detailed model trains, complete with tiny passengers and holiday cargo, capture the magic of the season as they chug along the tracks, spreading cheer to onlookers of all ages. Perfect for families, the exhibit combines nostalgia with holiday spirit, making it a charming seasonal tradition.

In the spirit of giving, Santa and the Marine Corps Reserves will be collecting donations for Toys for Tots, spreading holiday cheer to those in need. Santa himself expressed his excitement about his visit: “I’m thrilled to reunite with all the children and families at the museum again this year. My Elves and I have been hard at work crafting a new, even more magical sleigh, and I can’t wait to fill it with holiday joy for all the children I meet at Planes, Trains, and Santa!”

Make your holiday shopping effortless by exploring our Museum Gift Store, where you’ll discover special gifts for everyone on your list. This day promises a host of fun-filled activities for the entire family, creating lasting memories this holiday season!