Christmas & Polar Express Train Rides Near NYC

Nancy L. said:  Pennsylvania's Strasburg Rail Road has a variety of Christmas-themed train events. Choose from Santa's Paradise Express, The Night Before Christmas, Santa’s Railroad Christmas Train, or Christmas Tree Train. Any of the Christmas Train experiences would make a memorable family Christmas tradition!

Jennie Utsinger said:  Experience the magic of The Polar Express as you hop aboard the train on a journey to the North Pole. Children will enjoy a reading of the book by Chris Van Allsburg, and caroling as they sip on hot chocolate and munch on cookies. Santa greets the children at the North Pole and distributes silver sleigh bells to all the passengers.

Kelly R. said:  The holiday train offerings from the Railroad Museum of New England give families the experience of a scenic train ride, a great place to visit with Santa and his elves, Christmas carol sing-alongs, and a special gift from Santa. First class tickets offer an upgraded experience with longer visits with Santa, hot chocolate service, and a goodie bag. The Santa Express rides take place during the day. Northern Lights Limited rides happen at night.

Nancy L. said:  This decades-long holiday tradition continues as families enjoy a train ride with Santa Claus. Each child on the train with get to visit with Santa.

Tickets go on sale in October.

8/31/23: FB message sent.

Select dates, 11am-4pm

Nighttime rides available December 7,14 & 21, 6pm-8:30pm

Trains leave every half hour

Nancy L. said:  Mix the magic of The Polar Express with the magic of a trolley ride. In a unique take on The Polar Express concept, North Fork Trolley invites kids to wear their pajamas and take a ride on a trolley! The conductor on board will work their way through the trolley and punch golden tickets before hot chocolate and delicious cookies are served at the North Pole. Once families arrive at The North Pole, Santa and his helpers board the trolley and each child will receive the first gift of Christmas.

Nancy L. said:  Hop aboard this train and experience the classic Chris Van Allsburg book, The Polar Express. Enjoy a reading of the book, hot chocolate, and a treat. Riders will also receive a silver sleigh bell gift after Santa boards the train and meets the kids.

Kelly R. said:  Tri-State Railway Historical Society Santa Train is a fun-filled, hour-long holiday themed train ride in which every child gets to meet with Santa!

Nancy L. said:  Board the locomotive-powered sleigh for a magical nighttime journey to the North Pole. Every coach becomes a stage for a live musical performance of “The Night Before Christmas.” Celebrate the spirit of the season with Santa and Mrs. Claus, festive sing-a-longs, hot chocolate and sugar cookies.