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Join us for our Jazz Brunch Train and enjoy a delicious, freshly prepared 3-course meal and 2 ½ hour ride while listening to a talented quartet of jazz musicians!
A talented and seasoned jazz quartet will delight you with their enjoyable sound, as they play both upbeat and familiar jazzy standards. Listen to original and classic tunes during your Jazz Brunch on the train and relax on the rails while you savor a delicious brunch. Enjoy this tasty Sunday activity on a relaxing daytime ride around the Cape and you’ve got an activity for everyone in the family: kids, parents, and grandparents.
See tabs below for details on schedules, routes, seating, accessibility, and reservation policies. Need help? Visit our FAQ page.
Adult (ages 13+)
First Class Ticket
$ 74.99
Premium Class Ticket
$ 94.99
Club Car /Band Car Tickets (ages 21+ only)
Vintage 1917 Club Car
$ 104.99
Child (3-12)
First Class Ticket
$ 54.99
Premium Class Ticket
$ 74.99
Jazz Brunch Train
NEW THIS YEAR: Featuring the Ken Field Quartet
Sax player & composer Ken Field leads the Revolutionary Snake Ensemble, who entertained on the Amtrak Crescent train to Mardi Gras in New Orleans annually for 6 years. A Truro resident, Ken is active with a variety of groups on Cape Cod and in the Boston area. kenfield.org
Trombonist John Wolf is a former member of the legendary Roomful of Blues, and performs with Sugarcane Duquesne Redux and other groups. In his spare time he is Chair of the Wellfleet Select Board. (On September 13 the trombonist will be Dave Harris)
Bassist Leo Ludwig backs up such Cape Cod notables as Josh Ayala, Keb Hutchings, Mark van Bork, and Jordan Renzi. He performed at the 2025 Woods Hole Film Festival with the band ARLO.
In-demand drummer Christian McCarthy has appeared with the Fred Clayton Band, Mike Flanagan & Lisa Bello, George Gritzbach, and others, and has performed at the Cape Cod Museum of Art, the Payomet Performing Arts Center, and First Night Chatham. (On September 13 the drummer will be Kareem Sanjaghi.)
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The Band Car seats are located in a bar car. Seating for ages 21+ only. Our premium sound system enables ALL passengers to enjoy the music throughout the train.
Advance reservations are required with meal choices due at time of booking. Our menu options change from late spring to summer to fall, please see full menu details below.
What’s Included:
A three-course meal and 2.5 – 3 hour train ride are included in the fare. Massachusetts Meal Tax is also included. Gratuity is NOT included. A full bar is available, and all beverages are sold separately. Cash and card are accepted onboard. All Classes of Service include a three-course brunch and differ only by seating configuration. See “Classes of Service” tab below for more information regarding our seating options.
All tables, with the exception of Platinum class, are public by default. Groups of 1 or 2 may be seated with another party. You may guarantee a private table by purchasing the $30 “private table” option at checkout.
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Before You Arrive
Please plan to arrive 45-minutes prior to departure to allow time to park and pick up your tickets. We begin boarding 30-minutes prior to departure and cannot hold the train for late passengers.
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For parties of eight or more, an automatic 18% gratuity will be added to your reservation to ensure that our hardworking server who waits on the group will be properly compensated. If your reservation is for fewer than 8 guests but you ask to be seated with a larger party, the gratuity will apply. This will be charged to the card on file and appear as a separate charge. A receipt email will be sent once this charge has been processed.
Please note: The train departs in all weather.
Please see our FAQ page for additional information on routes, onboard experience, accessibility, and boarding process. Email us at [email protected] or give us a call at (888) 797-7245 should you have any additional questions.
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2026 Jazz Brunch Schedule
Departs Hyannis – Sunday at 11:30 a.m.
- July 12
- August 9
- September 13
- October 11
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Seating in all classes is at tables which seat up to four people. Parties of 5+ on ONE reservation are guaranteed to be seated at tables directly adjacent to each other.
All tables, with the exception of Platinum class, are public by default. Groups of 1 or 2 may be seated with another party. You may guarantee a private table by purchasing the $30 (lunch & brunch trains) or $40 (dinner trains) “private table” option at checkout.
Bathrooms are available onboard and all train cars are climate controlled with air conditioning and heat.
First Class seats are located in vintage 1937 dining cars which have recently been beautifully remodeled, or in the lower level of dome cars in plush booth seats. Premium Class seats are in the upper level of a full-length dome car with panoramic windows. These plush booth style seats are elevated. The Lounge Car (ages 21+) exclusive seating is located in a vintage 1917 Club Car with four booths, lounge chairs, and a leather wrapped bar.
Full bar service is available in all cars. Servers will bring the beer, wine, and spirits to you.
Photo of Premium Class seating – upper level of a dome car:
Photo of First-Class seating which is either in a renovated 1937 table car or in the lower level of a dome car. Photo below is one of the 1937 cars.
Photo of Cape Codder Lounge Car / “Band Car” (ages 21+) exclusive seating is located in a vintage 1917 Club Car. The Band Car seats are located in this beautiful bar car where the jazz trio will be playing live. Seating for ages 21+ only. Note: Our premium sound system enables ALL passengers to enjoy the music throughout the train, regardless of which car they are seated in.
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Changing a Reservation
Please contact us at 888-797-7245 (option 3) or [email protected] should you need to alter or cancel your reservation.Cancellation Policy
Reservations cancelled at least 48 hours in advance are eligible for a refund or may reschedule without penalty. Passengers cancelling within the 48 hour period may reschedule their ride or will receive a gift card that can be used on any excursion, dining, or Polar Express train ride.
Dining train cancellations within the 48 hour period will incur a penalty equivalent to the cost of the meal.Ticketing
You will receive a confirmation email shortly after your booking is processed. Upon arrival, please proceed to Will Call and provide the name on your reservation to receive your physical boarding passes and seating assignments. While you do not need to print your confirmation email, please have it readily available should we have trouble locating your reservation. -
Our staff is happy to assist passengers during the boarding process. At our Hyannis and Buzzards Bay Stations, wheelchairs are available to transport passengers to their railcar, as well as a ramp to a high-level platform for passengers who may have difficulty ascending the stairs to enter the railcar.
Due to the historic nature of our equipment, we can only accommodate wheelchairs onboard that have a maximum width of 26 inches. ADA bathrooms are not available on dining trains. Please be sure to purchase a “First Class – Wheelchair” ticket when booking. Please contact (508) 817-5054 to speak with our ADA Liaison for further assistance with any special accommodations.
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We are able to safely accommodate allergies and dietary needs, including passengers requiring gluten free meals.
Courses that cannot be altered to accommodate the dietary need will be replaced with a fruit plate. Please note any allergies or dietary needs in the “comment” box when booking, along with the passenger’s meal choice.
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All Meals Include
Starters: Fresh fruit with sweet syrups and fruit purée
Dessert: Chef’s choice du jour
Adult Entrée Selections – all entree choices are served with chef’s potato casserole, baked beans, and fresh pastry or bread unless otherwise specified
Red, White and Blue Cinnamon Bun French Toast
Cinnamon bun, brown sugar spread, strawberry, blueberry, and fresh whipped creamHash Brown Egg Sandwich
Sliced corned beef, eggs, Swiss cheese, salsa fresca, and hollandaise sauce, served between two crispy hash browns, and small side salad *GFBaked Cod Loin
Pistachio gremolata, with lemon butter *GF *DFGrilled Marinated Chicken Breast
Charred tomato citrus beurre blanc, and sage *GF *DFSummer Parfait
Greek yogurt, fresh seasonal fruit and berries, sweet syrups and fruit purees, granola clusters and nuts *GF *V *VVAvocado Toast
Asiago ciabatta, smashed avocado, heirloom tomato, pickled onion, everything seasoning *GF *DF *V *VVChildren’s Entrées
French Toast and Egg
Cinnamon bread with maple syrup, and scrambled eggs *GFPearl Sugar Waffle
Waffles topped with mixed fruit and berries, and maple syrup *GF *DF *V *VV*The initials indicate an entrée selection is or may be prepared to preference or dietary needs. It is imperative that you notate reservation at the time of booking and inform your server if you require accommodations.
*GF-GLUTEN FREE
*DF-DAIRY FREE
*V-VEGETARIAN
*VV-VEGAN
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illnesses.
If a person in your party has a food allergy, please inform us at the time of booking. Please also inform your server prior to enjoying your meal.
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All Meals Include
Starters: Fresh fruit with sweet syrups and fruit purée
Dessert: Chef’s choice du jour
Adult Entrée Selections – all entree choices are served with chef’s potato casserole, baked beans, and fresh pastry or bread unless otherwise specified
Maryland Crab Benedict
Portuguese English muffins, ham, crab, poached eggs, and dill remoulade *GF *DFHerb Crusted Salmon
Served with fresh garden side salad, with sweet onion dressing *GF *DFMango Honey Chicken Breast
Mango-honey glaze, roast red pepper, basil *GF *DFJelly Donut French Toast Bake
Sweet fruit filling, fresh dough, cinnamon egg batter, granola crust.Summer Fruit Parfait
Greek yogurt, fresh fruit and berries, sweet syrups and fruit purees, granola clusters, nuts *GF *DF *V* VVAvocado Toast
Fresh smashed avocado, peaches, nectarines, greens, chevre, sunflower seeds, and honey vinaigrette *GF *DF *V *VVChildren’s Entrées
French Toast and Egg
Cinnamon bread with maple syrup, and scrambled eggs *GFPearl Sugar Waffle
Waffles topped with mixed fruit and berries, and maple syrup *GF *DF *V *VV*The initials indicate an entrée selection is or may be prepared to preference or dietary needs. It is imperative that you notate reservation at the time of booking and inform your server if you require accommodations.
*GF-GLUTEN FREE
*DF-DAIRY FREE
*V-VEGETARIAN
*VV-VEGAN
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illnesses.
If a person in your party has a food allergy, please inform us at the time of booking. Please also inform your server prior to enjoying your meal.
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All Meals Include
Starters: Fresh fruit with sweet syrups and fruit purée
Dessert: Chef’s choice du jour
Adult Entrée Selections – all entree choices are served with chef’s potato casserole, baked beans, and fresh pastry or bread unless otherwise specified
Cranberry Orange French Toast
Cranberry orange bread, cinnamon, brown sugar, caramelized orange sauce *GFAutumn Frittata
Fall vegetables, sharp cheddar, chicken and apple sausage, mixed greens dressed in balsamic *GF*DFBaked Apple Overnight Oats
Overnight Oats, soft baked apple, apple butter, whipped cream, caramel sauce, honey granola *GF *DF *V *VVAutumn Avocado Toast
Fresh smashed avocado, roasted butternut squash, dried cranberries, pickled onion, chard, blue cheese, and cranberry vinaigrette. *GF *DF *V *VVFall Parfait
Greek yogurt fresh fruit and berries, sweet syrups and fruit purees, granola clusters, and nuts. *GF *DF *V* VVCrisp Bacon Crusted Cod
Finished with cranberry relish, and honey glaze *GF *DFChildren’s Entrées
Demi Scrambled Eggs Croissant – Fresh scrambled eggs and cheese, served over a flakey croissant *GF*DF
Pearl Sugar Waffle
Waffle topped with mixed fruit and berries, whipped cream *DF *GF *V*The initials indicate an entrée selection is or may be prepared to preference or dietary needs. It is imperative that you notate reservation at the time of booking and inform your server if you require accommodations.
*GF-GLUTEN FREE
*DF-DAIRY FREE
*V-VEGETARIAN
*VV-VEGAN
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illnesses.
If a person in your party has a food allergy, please inform us at the time of booking. Please also inform your server prior to enjoying your meal.
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All Meals Include
Starters: Fresh fruit with sweet syrups and fruit purée
Dessert: Chef’s choice du jour
Adult Entrée Selections – all entree choices are served with chef’s potato casserole, baked beans, and fresh pastry or bread unless otherwise specified
Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Casserole
Pumpkin spice mascarpone filling, cinnamon spread, and white chocolate icing.Pastrami Benedict
Rye bread, fresh pastrami, egg, onion-horseradish gravy, and greens *GF *DFCandied Apple and Spiced Pear Oat Strudel
Overnight oats, candied apples, spiced pears, flakey pastry, butterscotch *GF *DF *V *VVAutumn Parfait
Greek yogurt, fresh berries and fruit, sweet syrups and fruit pureés, granola clusters, and nuts *GF *DF *V *VVFall Avocado Toast
Multi-grain fresh avocado, pumpkin cream cheese, candied spiced nuts, dried cranberries, gorgonzola, arugula, pear vinaigrette *GF *DF *V *VVChildren’s Entrées
Demi Scrambled Eggs Croissant
Fresh scrambled eggs and cheese served over a flakey croissant *GF *DFPumpkin Spiced Pearl Sugar Waffle
Orange syrup, and pumpkin whipped cream *GF *DF *V *VV*The initials indicate an entrée selection is or may be prepared to preference or dietary needs. It is imperative that you notate reservation at the time of booking and inform your server if you require accommodations.
*GF-GLUTEN FREE
*DF-DAIRY FREE
*V-VEGETARIAN
*VV-VEGAN
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illnesses.
If a person in your party has a food allergy, please inform us at the time of booking. Please also inform your server prior to enjoying your meal.
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For groups of 25 or more people, please contact [email protected] for pricing and information.