2 Trains available as of October 2009
Rate Packages:
A) Hire Train By the HOUR: Min. 1 Hour
$200 first hour, $150 each additional hour. Unlimited rides. Requires a $50 Deposit to reserve a train.
B) Hire Train By the RIDE: Min. 3 Hours
We sell tickets between $2.50-$3 each depending on time or distance of ride. Requires a performance deposit of $150 first hour, $75 each additional hour, plus delivery fee. Deposit is refunded up to full amount, less delivery fee, based on total sales received. Great for carnivals and festivals.
Fundraisers: Open to working with non-profit organizations to sell rides without deposit. Call to see if your event qualifies.
C) The Birthday Special: Min. 1 Hour
$175 first hour, $100 each additional hour. Unlimited rides. This is a small train with only 1 engine and 2 to 3 cars. Great for small parties of 25 guests or less. Requires a $50 Deposit to reserve. Subject to availability.
Overtime: Pro-rated at the hourly rate in 15 minute increments.
Delivery Fee:
For events in the immediate Dallas/Fort Worth area the fee is $50 minimum. Outside of a 35 miles radius from downtown Dallas, Texas add .75 per mile. Additional Per Diem required for overnight stay.
Multiple Day Events: By quote.
Terms and Payment:
Deposit and delivery fee due upon booking to confirm reservation. Without deposit the date can be dropped without notice. Final payment due 5 days in advance. We accept Cash, Check, major credit cards (Visa, MC, Discover, Amex).
Additional 5% discount when Paid In Full at time of booking. Gratuity accepted.
Operating Area: We prefer a flat surface (like concrete or asphalt) on sidewalks, parking lots, walking paths or driveways, etc. Grass is okay if it is flat and dry. NO Hills. Hills with sharp inclines are not safe for our train or passengers. Parks or public streets may require a permit. Please check with your local Parks and Recreation Dept. for any permit requirements. Permit fees (if required) are the responsibility of the client.
Rain: We generally do not operate in rain. Light rain may be tolerable. Note: We are not held liable for any damage to yards or wet areas that we are asked to operate on during the event.
Train Capacity:
Each train consists of 1 gasoline powered locomotive, 3 to 4 rainbow color train cars and a caboose. Each train car can hold up to 4 small children (up to 20 riders per train), or 2 medium size kids, or 1 adult and two children (up to 5 adults). Only one adult per car due to weight restrictions. Passengers with unruly behavior will be asked to detrain.
Refunds: Refund available, less $50, with more than 24 hours notice. If it rains - we refund all monies for time not preformed except delivery fee, or reschedule the event with you.
Insurance:
We carry full liability insurance up to $2 million. Small fee to be listed as additional insured.
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Reserve your train today, call 214-987-2888, or Email: Sales@ChooChooExpress.com
