With our beautiful snowcapped mountains, Vermont naturally has a way of feeling like the North Pole during the winter. And this December, you can take a magical Elf Express train ride through it all to get in the Christmas spirit!

If you have children that are dying to meet Santa, then you’ll want to head to Manchester, Vermont on December 21st or 22nd to see what they have in store.

Every year, the Manchester Vermont Lions Club runs the “Elf Express.”

Manchester Vermont Lions Elf Express/Facebook Riders get to embark on a one-hour enchanting journey through the Green Mountains of Southern Vermont.

Before hopping aboard the train, riders must purchase tickets in advance.

Manchester Vermont Lions Elf Express/Facebook Tickets for the train cost $25 for adults, $20 for children ages 2-12, and nothing for those under the age of 2.

All throughout the ride, you’ll be entertained by some pretty festive elves.

Manchester Vermont Lions Elf Express/Facebook All of the elves are a part of the theater and dance program, Burr and Burton Academy, so you know it’ll be a good show!

Usually, Santa gets all the attention, but this ride is all about the elves.

Manchester Vermont Lions Elf Express/Facebook

But that doesn’t mean the jolly ol’ man won’t make a visit.

Manchester Vermont Lions Elf Express/Facebook Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will come through the aisles to greet riders. Tell the kids to bring their wish lists, because Santa is known to give each child a gift.

In addition to entertainment, your ticket also includes refreshments.

Manchester Vermont Lions Elf Express/Facebook Elves and conductors will come through with snacks and drinks as you sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride.

For Christmas cheer, take a ride on the Elf Express.

Manchester Vermont Lions Elf Express/Facebook This year, the Elf Express will run December 21st and December 22nd. Don’t forget to purchase your tickets in advance before they sell out.

To learn about departure times and to purchase tickets, visit the Manchester Vermont Lion’s Club website by clicking here.

Manchester Vermont Lions Elf Express/Facebook

Riders get to embark on a one-hour enchanting journey through the Green Mountains of Southern Vermont.

Tickets for the train cost $25 for adults, $20 for children ages 2-12, and nothing for those under the age of 2.

All of the elves are a part of the theater and dance program, Burr and Burton Academy, so you know it’ll be a good show!

Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus will come through the aisles to greet riders. Tell the kids to bring their wish lists, because Santa is known to give each child a gift.

Elves and conductors will come through with snacks and drinks as you sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride.

This year, the Elf Express will run December 21st and December 22nd. Don’t forget to purchase your tickets in advance before they sell out.

Have you heard of this train before? It’s just like the Polar Express, but with more cheery and dancing elves!

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