Editor’s Note: The Saratoga & North Creek Railway is no longer in operation, and the Polar Express Train Ride will not be returning this year. If you’re looking for another holiday adventure, explore this magical Christmas tree forest in New York.
While some of us are still having a hard time grasping the fact that our summer clothes truly are packed away for the year, others have already begun hanging up holiday decorations and are busy chanting for snow. If you find yourself relating to the latter of those two scenarios, then today’s magical attraction should bring some joy into your life. With tickets already selling out fast, you’ll want to take a look at this Polar Express train ride in New York that all of our residents should experience at least once.
Brought to you by Saratoga & North Creek Railway, it’s that time of year again to buy your tickets to The Polar Express!
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Taking you on a one-hour long magical train ride that brings you to the North Pole, The Polar Express is the perfect way to get yourself and your loved ones excited for the upcoming holiday season.
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Hop on board and you’ll get to enjoy reading The Polar Express book with all of the passengers, also enjoying music from the movie along the way.
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The Conductor will come around and punch everyone’s golden ticket… just like in the movie!
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All passengers are encouraged to wear pajamas so they can have the pleasure of enjoying the entire experience to the fullest.
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You’ll also find that all of the train cars are decorated with holiday spirit, putting a smile right on your face.
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It wouldn’t be The Polar Express without some hot cocoa! During your trip you’ll have chefs bring out cocoa and cookies to all of the passengers.
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After you finally reached the undisclosed location of the North Pole, Elves will board the train on every car to entertain everyone with Christmas carols!
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Possibly the best part about the entire ride, after reaching the North Pole Santa will eventually make his way through all of the train cars, delivering sleigh bells to all of the children.
MCreegan/TripAdvisor The Polar Express will run this year on November 26th, December 2-4, December 7-11 and December 13-23. To purchase tickets, you can either click here to do so online or you can call 877-726-7245 seven days a week from 8AM through 8PM to buy tickets over the phone. The train ride runs at both 5:30PM and 7:30PM, with many of them being sold out already, so hurry!
How to get here: 26 Station Lane Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Provided by Premier Rail Collection on YouTube, you can watch the video below to get a taste of what’s to come on Saratoga & North Creek’s Polar Express train ride!
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The Polar Express will run this year on November 26th, December 2-4, December 7-11 and December 13-23. To purchase tickets, you can either click here to do so online or you can call 877-726-7245 seven days a week from 8AM through 8PM to buy tickets over the phone. The train ride runs at both 5:30PM and 7:30PM, with many of them being sold out already, so hurry!
How to get here: 26 Station Lane Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Have you ever taken this Polar Express train ride or any other throughout the Empire State? For more seasonal fun, check out these 8 Christmas Light Displays In New York That Are Pure Magic!
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