Moonlight Express Dinner Train

3308 Wilson Ave,Newport News VA 23604

14 February, 2023

Description

The Military Railroad Society presents the first annual Valentines Dinner Train at Fort Eustis, Newport News, Virginia- "Moonlight Express". On Tuesday February 14th at 6pm, join us for the Moonlight Express. Ride in style aboard one of our vintage Catalpa Falls cars. Passengers on board will be treated to a delicious three course meal prepared by Chef Win from Nuttall's Store of Gloucester, located on Ware Neck Road . This two-hour train ride departs near the Motorcycle Training Range parking lot, located in Fort Eustis. DoD card required for entry to Fort Eustis. This event is 21+ Menu includes: First Course: Salad of Local Greens, cranberries, feta cheese and toasted spiced pecans Main Course: Bordeaux Brazed Virginia Beef Brisket with red wine reduction served with  Horseradish whipped mashed potatoes and Sauteed Asparagus (Vegetarian Option available) Dessert: Chocolate Banana Bread Pudding with Crème Anglaise Catalpa Falls will boast 6 private rooms, one couple per room. The lounge/dining area features 4 tables, two of the tables can be reserved for up to 4 passengers. Rocky River is our kitchen car, featuring six tables with seating for up to 4 passengers. Along with 4 areas to comfortably accommodate 2 passengers in each section. All seats can be selected when reserving tickets. DoD card required to get on base. Please arrive 15 min early for parking, boarding begins near parking area at 5:30pm and train departs at 6pm with a return time of 8pm. To GPS, search Motorcycle Training range for parking once on base. If you are interested in supporting our hard working military families with a Valentine's day surprise, please purchase the tickets and email us @ [email protected] letting us know which tickets you have generously donated! We look forward to serve you on our Moonlight Express Dinner Train for a relaxing and romantic evening! Enjoy one of Catalpa Falls' private rooms! Seats 2 comfortably for the 3 course meal The lounge/dining area features 4 tables, two of the table can be reserved for up to 4 passengers. Rocky River Lounge Car ATSF #1562 | 40 seats available | Buffet/LoungeRocky River is our kitchen car, featuring six tables with seating for up to 4 passengers. Along with 4 areas to comfortably accommodate 2 passengers in each section. Parking and boarding area. Parking located inside Motorcycle Training Range, left turn into lot off Wilson Ave. Boarding is a short walk down pedestrian walkway