Choo Choo Bob's Train Store

Train-Themed Toy Store with Indoor Play Space

Choo Choo Bob's Train Store at Union Depot is a hybrid train-themed toy store and pay-to-play indoor playspace in downtown St. Paul. Hosts train-tastic story times and themed birthday parties.

Open Play and Party Programs

The space combines retail with a dedicated kids' play zone. Programs include:
- Pay-to-play interactive train space
- Operating train layout
- Dozen wooden train stations
- Six rideable train toys
- Coloring, dollhouse, Hot Wheels station
- Karaoke
- Story Time with Engineer Paul (weekly)
- Train-tastic birthday parties
- Field trips and group events

What's Included

• Pay-to-play admission for kids
• Toy and gift retail on the same floor
• Themed party packages
• Free weekly story times

Experience

Niche fit for train-loving kids, particularly under-7s who get the most out of operating layouts and rideable trains. Limited hours (closed Tue/Wed, half-day weekdays) make scheduling specific. Union Depot location adds historic-station ambiance.