“All aboard” announces your car host, as your guests stroll across the red carpet and up the stairs of your custom tailored private train. When they enter the car they’ll step out of the ordinary and into the extraordinary. Inside of its classic exterior awaits a world to be explored. Each car that is added to your event train offers its own style and allure. Looking around they’ll be inspired to share this nostalgic experience with each other, striking up a conversation will be as easy as finding a comfortable place to relax . Enjoying an Hors devourers by the fire or tearing up the dance floor on board our Bar Car the Pony Express are but a few options your guests will find awaiting them inside. From the lavish and plush lounge of the Virginia City with its marble fireplace and hand blown glass chandeliers, to the streamlined comfort of the 1960’s Vista dome, and beyond. These cars offer your guests an intimate and luxurious experience.
Your Next Special Event
Planning a successful event is difficult, the most difficult part is finding a location that is both convenient and engaging. Anyone who has planned a party or event knows that there is nothing more stressful than finding a location that is fun and unique. Today’s restaurants, bars, hotels and night clubs offer more of the same. If you really want to grab the attention of your guests you need something special, bring them somewhere they’ve never been before, somewhere they didn’t even know existed. The Virginia City waterfront rail park in Redwood City, CA is that place. We offer all of the services and amenities of our competitors with a twist.
When you plan your next social gathering remember that hosting an event aboard a private rail car or even a series of private railcars is a sure way to create an intimate and unforgettable experience for your guests. Railcars are a unique way to guarantee that your event is one not to be forgotten. Put together the ultimate party train, whether its moving around the San Francisco peninsula or hosted at our waterfront stationary facility in Redwood City, it is sure to be an event none of your guests will want to pass up.
We look forward to hosting your Retirement party, Anniversary, Birthday celebration, romantic get-together, or other special event. Virginia City Rail Corporation has the facilities to accommodate up to 120 guests at a time. You are welcome to cater your own event or have our private chef and hand selected stewards host your event. If you have guests coming from out of town remember that we have overnight accommodations for more than 30 people. Large overnight parties can enjoy rates as competitive as many local hotels. We encourage you to be creative when planning an event with us, we have a wide range of railcars each with its own characteristic and nostalgic style.
With multiple kitchens, 5 distinctive lounges, two Vista Domes, and 4 bars to choose from you can mix and match to create the perfect setting for your event. Don’t forget we also have outdoor facilities adjacent to the railcars giving you even more flexibility when planning your special event. Click the “tour our cars” link to find descriptions of the rail cars available for charter through Virginia City Rail Charters.
