Join us for a “Roaring 20’s” themed murder mystery dinner on board our train ride and take a step back in time. Visit us Saturday, June 22nd for an exciting evening of mystery and mayhem presented by Champaign Urbana Theatre Company’s Seven Corse Dinner Murder Mysteries. Passengers on board this themed event will be treated to a three-course meal prepared by Holly's Country Kitchen of Monticello aboard one of our historic dining cars. This approximately two-hour train ride departs at 5:00 PM from the Wabash Depot in downtown Monticello.  

Ride in style as you enjoy one of the following entree options:

• Pork Tenderloin (Gluten Free)

• Honey Thyme Roasted Chicken

• Pasta Primavera (Vegetarian Option)

Each entrée will be accompanied by an olive, sausage, & cheese appetizer, Waldorf Salad, Smashed Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole and dessert!  Beverages on board will include Sweet and Unsweet Tea, Lemonade and Water. All passengers are welcome to dress up in the spirit of the roaring twenties while they enjoy being whisked back in time!

Enjoy your meal in the jovial atmosphere of an historic railroad dining car! The ticket price for this exciting event is $105 per passenger.  Please note that due to capacity constraints of the dining cars, parties of less than four may be seated onboard with passengers not necessarily from their party. If multiple members of a party desire to sit together, all tickets must be purchased in the same order. This train will run rain or shine, unless the Illinois State Police closes the highways, at which time the train will be canceled and refunds will be issued.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Are reservations required?

Reservations are required for all dinner trains.

Is the dinner train handicap accessible?

Yes, the dining cars are handicap accessible.  Please email tickets@mrym.org to request handicap seating. 

Are restrooms available on the train?

Restrooms are available on board the train. However, it is recommended that you use the depot restrooms prior to your trip.

Are the cars air conditioned or heated?

Yes, the dining cars are climate controlled.

Are we allowed off the train during the trip?

No, the dinner will take place on board the train ride. Once the end of the line is reached, then the train will begin its return trip to Monticello.

Is seating assigned?

The dinner trains utilize assigned seating.  Please email tickets@mrym.org if you would like to be seated with a specific party.  Requests to be seated with a specific party must be made one week prior to your scheduled trip.

Do I have to be seated with another party?

Due to capacity constraints of the dining cars, parties of less than four may be seated onboard with passengers not necessarily from their party.

What if inclement weather is predicted?

The dinner train will operate rain, snow, or shine. However, if the Illinois State Police close the highways due to weather conditions, we will issue refunds.

Will my tickets be mailed?

No. Dinner train tickets can be picked up at the Wabash depot ticket office 1 hour prior to your scheduled departure.

How long is the train ride?

The dinner train excursions are approximately two hours in length.

What will pull the dinner train?

One of our historic diesel locomotives will pull the train.