Museums
$270median per party
116 published prices · United States
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Middle half: $198.75–$374.25 per party
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Museums
Birthday score4/5
How we rateA birthday at Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum in Calera can include a train ride and a private stationary party car for the day. The $300 package includes 10 tickets for a 75 minute ride, while the party car seats up to 25 guests and has lawn space. For a smaller group, the $200 caboose option includes a ride for up to six guests and use of the gazebo afterward.
- Price
- From $200 per party
How does the price compare?
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This venue: From $200 per party
The dot shows $200 per party.
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- Address
- 1919 9th Street, Calera, AL
- Phone
- 205-668-3435
Party packages
Stationary Party Car + Calera & Shelby Train$300 per party
Private stationary party car for the day, up to 10 train tickets, 75-minute train ride, party car seating for up to 25 guests and lawn space
Includes $100 deposit; additional passengers $10 each
Caboose ride and gazebo$200 per party
Caboose ride for up to 6 guests and gazebo after the ride
Includes $100 deposit
Picnic area
Free picnic area access
Train tickets sold separately
Matching the tickets to your guest list
The party car package includes 10 train tickets, with additional passengers charged $10 each. Its seating capacity of 25 is separate from the number of included train tickets.
Our take
4/5Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum is a strong birthday choice for a child fascinated by trains. The $300 package pairs a 75-minute train ride with a private stationary party car for the day. That gives the celebration both a clear centerpiece and a place to gather, with seating for up to 25 guests plus lawn space.
Match the passenger count to the budget: the package includes only 10 train tickets, and additional passengers cost $10 each. A $200 caboose option covers up to six riders and gazebo use afterward. Families arranging a simpler outing can use the free picnic area and buy train tickets separately.
Questions to ask Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum before booking
These eight points decide whether a party works out and what it really costs. It is easiest to go through them in one phone call.
- How many children fit per party, and when does the price go up?
- Is the room private to our group or shared with other guests?
- How long is the package, and when does the clock start?
- Is a host or activity leader included, or do the parents supervise?
- Can we bring our own cake, drinks or food?
- What costs extra: decorations, food, socks, additional adults?
- Until when can we cancel or reschedule for free?
- Is there space for gifts, coats and the parents' waiting time?
FAQ
Do the package prices include a deposit?
Both the $300 party car package and the $200 caboose package include a $100 deposit.
Can we use the picnic area without a party package?
Picnic area access is free. Train tickets are sold separately for this option.
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Prices, hours and packages last checked on Oct 21, 2026. Information is provided without guarantee. Please confirm details with the venue before booking.
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