Illustration of a candlelit Halloween dinner table with small pumpkins, black cauldron bowls and a friendly ghost nearby (Terror in Transylvania)

Terror in Transylvania

Guests board the vintage Nickel Plate Express for an interactive vampire murder mystery set during Dracula’s birthday bash, playing as either an active suspect or an investigating detective. The experience includes a fall-themed dinner featuring a chili bar, warm cornbread, crisp salad, and a seasonal dessert, with themed cocktails available for purchase from the onboard bar. Passengers are encouraged to dress up in spooky costumes like vampires, witches, or werewolves for the round-trip journey.

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Tickets

Diamond Class Suspect: $92; Platinum Class Suspect: $92; Diamond Class Investigator: $99; Platinum Class Investigator: $99. Tickets are for ages 21+. The ticket includes the listed train ride, mystery, role, and fall-themed dinner. Select beer, wine, and themed cocktails are available for purchase.

Ages

21+

Food & Drink

Tickets include an onboard fall-themed dinner with a chili bar, cornbread, salad, and dessert, with themed cocktails, beer, and wine available for purchase.

Parking

There is ample free parking around the depot, which is inside Forest Park.

Accessibility

All seating is on the second floor and the train is not handicap accessible, though early boarding may be requested for mobility challenges.

Going?

Location

Nickel Plate Express · 825 Forest Park Drive, Noblesville, IN 46060 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (2/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (1/5)

Best For

Adults wanting an interactive mystery dinner

Vibe

Spooky, theatrical, and social

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Choose Platinum Class seating if you are taller or prefer extra room, as it features four-top tables with chairs rather than booth seating.
  • Bring a credit card for drinks, as the onboard bar does not accept cash.
  • If you select a Suspect role, check your email after booking to submit the short role assignment form and receive your costume suggestions.

Links & Contact

Run by Nickel Plate Heritage Railroad

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the Suspect and Detective roles?

Suspects are given assigned character roles, costume guidance, and clues to share during the event without needing to memorize lines, while Detectives observe, interview suspects, and work to solve the crime.

Are costumes required?

Costumes are not mandatory, but all passengers are encouraged to dress up in spooky attire such as vampires, witches, or werewolves.

What food is included with the ticket?

Admission includes a fall-themed dinner served onboard featuring a chili bar with fixings, warm cornbread, salad, and a seasonal dessert.

Does the train still run in bad weather?

Yes, the train is equipped with heat and air conditioning and operates rain, shine, or snow.

Do passengers get off the train during the ride?

No, passengers remain on the train for the entire round trip from Noblesville north to Arcadia and back.

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