A wave of excitement surrounds the Mineral and Tiskilwa area as antique train ride tickets continue to sell out fast. The 10:30 AM and noon rides are sold out, underscoring the strong support for the Mineral Gold Fire Department (MGFD) and their fundraising drive. Only a few seats remain for the 9 AM trip, giving residents one last chance to experience a classic round-trip journey while supporting the local fire department. Get your tickets before they sell out at https://forms.gle/US2Xg7EP4MgehqGM6 or by calling (309)945-3468, (815)542-6287, or (815)830-8001
Anyone waiting on seat confirmation for the upcoming train rides should double-check their messages. Organizers have issued a reminder: if you haven’t received a confirmation email, message, or text, your reservation is not complete. For those who submitted forms before August 21st, payments must be received by August 29th to secure a spot. Otherwise, your tickets will be released to those on the waitlist, as the train rides are currently sold out. Passengers are urged to act quickly to avoid losing their seats and to watch for updates from event organizers regarding their reservation status.
You can also support the MGFD by purchasing apparel here; the deadline for orders is August 28, 2025. Contact Allison by email at [email protected] with any questions.
