The Trolley Express Tour
Believe in the Magic!
Join us on the 2nd Annual Trolley Express presented by River Bank in partnership with Explore La Crosse, the La Crosse Historical Society, and Coulee Arts! A family-focused trolley tour that captures the wonder of the holiday season — because when it comes to holiday magic, you have to believe!
From sparkling lights to timeless holiday traditions, step aboard this magical trolley experience through La Crosse. This 2 hour journey begins at Explore La Crosse, 123 7th Street South, where you’ll board the trolley and be whisked to Riverside Park to experience a dazzling drive through the Rotary Lights Display where millions of twinkling displays bring the park to life, a holiday favorite for all ages! From there, you’ll step back in time at the historic Hixon House. While this is not a full house tour, you’ll get a charming glimpse of how Christmas looked more than a century ago. In the family room, Santa himself will be waiting to greet each child with a keepsake holiday gift and cookies. The tour concludes with a final stop at Coulee Arts (formerly the Main Event venue) for a meal of gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, tomato soup, with a hot chocolate bar to add to the sweetness. While you savor your meal, families will have the chance to film a personalized holiday greeting with a festive backdrop, and little ones can get creative with seasonal crafts.
The Trolley Express Tour
Thursday evenings in December 2026.
Check in at the Explore La Crosse Office.
123 7th Street South, La Crosse
This experience includes walking, steps, and uneven terrain with multiple step-off locations.
All tickets are priced at $50 per person, with children 5 and under riding free.
The Trolley is wheelchair accessible, guests that need accommodations will need to
select 6 ADA tickets (price adjusted) in order to account for the space needed.
All sales are final.
Boarding starts at 4:45pm
Tour starts at 5:00pm
Trolley will return to Explore La Crosse at 7:00pm
