The Polar Express will depart from Burlington with trips lasting about 1 hour and 15 minutes. "lng": "-85.14091289999999" "country": "United States", After its formation in 1972, the preservation group was able to purchase 18 miles of the line between Connersville and Metamora in 1983. { "city": "Elkins", "lng": "-88.04799559999998" "city": "Stettler", }, "name": "Galveston Railroad Museum – Returning 2021", It sits along a still-active component of the Pittsburgh, Cincinnati, Chicago & St. Louis, a PRR subsidiary also known as the Panhandle Route, which once linked Pittsburgh with St. Louis. "zip": "EX12 2WD", "city": "Mossleigh", "website": "https://www.coloradorailroadmuseum.org", "city": "Bryson City", "city": "Riverhead", "phone": "360-748-9593", "city": "Buzzards Bay", If you have the means, I highly recommend taking your kids, grandchildren, or nieces/nephews! Dates: November 1-3, November 7-10, November 14-17, November 21-24, November 27th, November 29-December 7, December 9-December 23. "website": "https://www.nctrans.org/", "state": "AB", Virginia & Truckee 2-8-0 #29 steams through the snow south of Virginia City, Nevada with a chartered photo special on March 2, 2010. There are big plans for this new operation, including trains operating at speeds up to 125 mph as well as an Orlando extension. { "address": "149 Aaron Ct", "city": "Horsehay", They also now host official The Polar Express rides. "country": "United States", One of their most popular special events is hosting official The Polar Express trips during select dates in December. THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Thank you for a wonderful 2020 Polar Express! "lng": "-112.70017389999998" "lng": "-113.35165330000001" Most of its remaining track was purchased by the state in 1963 forming today's Vermont Railway with excursions hosted as the Green Mountain Railroad. In 1967 the B&O began hosting excursions through the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Despite its rural location the Whitewater Valley Rail Road puts on a fine attraction for the public offering several different rides and events throughout the year such as a mock train robbery, holiday specials, murder mysteries, and much more. The museum hosts several special events throughout the year, including official The Polar Express trips from mid-November through December. Santa appears in your midst to present everyone (0 – 110!) { Adirondack Scenic Railroad:  One of New York's most popular excursions, the Adirondack Scenic Railroad was launched in 1992 over sections of the former New York Central's old Adirondack Division between Utica and the resort of Lake Placid. After the Milwaukee left the west the track was acquired by Weyerhaeuser and then the city of Tacoma in 1998. "city": "Golden", A great deal has been accomplished but is not yet complete. It was originally founded in 1956 as an interurban/streetcar museum, featuring equipment of Pacific Electric and Los Angeles Railway (LARy) lineage. "lat": "46.6523402", The trains board at the restored Western Maryland depot in Elkins with the journey lasting about an hour. Dates: December 9-24 and December 26-January 1. Catskill Mountain Railroad:  Located just over an hour from New York City the Catskill Mountain Railroad has been a popular Kingston attraction since it launched in 1982 over the former New York Central's Catskill Mountain Branch (originally built as the Ulster & Delaware Railroad). In fact, so many films have been featured here hat it became known as "The Movie Railroad." Soon after arriving in Monticello the group acquired 5 miles of abandoned Illinois Terminal right-of-way to White Heath, opening about 2.5 miles for excursions. This is the only licensed THE POLAR EXPRESS(TM) Train Ride event in the Greater Cincinnati, Dayton and Indianapolis areas. Since 1996 it has operated about 12 miles between Uxbridge and Stouffville. "city": " Monticello", Dates: November 14-17, November 19-24, November 26-27, November 29-December 1, December 3-8, December 10-15, December 17-24, and December 26-29. The Polar Express is held at Utica’S Union Station at 321 Main Street, Utica NY 13501. "state": "", "lat": "39.64144659999999", Ticket options available include coach, deluxe, or first class. During the NYC era this route had extended to Montreal, Quebec and was an important corridor for many years. { "state": "IL", Set to the music of the motion picture soundtrack, families will love thier trip to the North Pole, complete with hot chocolate and cookies served on board the train. "lng": "-123.16045830000002" Their static displays, cars, and locomotives are numerous including several diesels, passenger cars, freight cars, and other types of equipment. Tickets range from $35 for coach passengers, $60 for first class passengers and $70 for dome class passengers. The railroad began as the Champlain & Connecticut River Rail Road, chartered by Vermont in October, 1843 to connect Rutland and Burlington. "lat": "52.32166489999999", "country": "United States", THE POLAR EXPRESS™ 2020 holiday schedule consists of train departures in November and December leading up to Christmas from the downtown Railroad Depot in Elkins, West Virginia. Dates: (November 29-December 1, December 6-8, December 13-15, and December 20-23. "address": "1001 Loyola Ave,", "country": "Canada", "lat": "29.3061047", "address": "Station Rd", The Durbin & Greenbrier Valley Railroad joins over thirty other officially licensed THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride events nationwide this holiday season. Thanks to its proximity to large population centers, the O&NW enjoys strong ridership and offers a number of different trips and special events, ranging from dinner trains to wine tasting trains. { Your family can choose between two new shows this year! "city": "Baltimore", "address": "789 Park Rd 70", "country": "United States", "name": "RAILTOWN 1897 State Historic Park – Returning 2021", "phone": "765-825-2054", The group was founded in 1961 as R.E.L.I.C. There were a variety of contributing factors that led to this decision, but the health of … They host many special events throughout the year including wine tasting trains, 'A Day Out With Thomas,' the Corn Maze Train, fall foliage specials, and the official The Polar Express from late November through most of December. "address": "992 Iron Horse Pl", The following towns have do not have a Polar Express Train in their Fall Guides for the 2020 year and may be cancelled: Bensenville, Berwyn, Burr Ridge, Carol Stream, Clarendon Hills, Downers Grove, Hinsdale, Oak Park, Tinley Park, Westchester, and Wheaton. Drew Jacksich photo. "country": "United Kingdom", Enjoy A Magical Polar Express Train Ride Aboard The North Pole Express In Pennsylvania. Some states in the 19th century took it upon themselves to build railroads when, for whatever reason, they felt the private sector could not. "city": "Sacramento", Fox River Trolley Museum's official The Polar Express productions are somewhat unique in that they are presented within some of these restored trolley cars. It connected communities and farms with the national rail network, enabling the goods they produced (notably milk, marble, and general manufacturing/agriculture) with largest markets like Boston, New York, and Philadelphia. "lng": "-94.79850820000001" Alberta Prairie Railway:  This attraction is located in Stettler, Alberta offering steam and diesel powered trips which last up to 5 or 6 hours to Big Valley! "lng": "-75.2232219" The new carrier was known as the Adirondack Railway, which operated between Utica and Lake Placid from 1979 to 1981, including serving the 1980 Winter Olympics. "city": "Green Bay", "name": "Medina Railroad Museum – Returning 2021", "country": "Canada", Today, there are tens of thousands of miles scattered throughout the country. The Polar Express Dates:  November 15-17, November 22-24, November 29-December 1, and December 6-8. "address": "361 S La Fox St", Grand Canyon Railway: Operates official The Polar Express events from early, November through early January on select dates. "state": "ON", "zip": "98532", }, It took more than 25 years but the group finally secured their own 3-acre site in 1999. "phone": "401-495-1213", In addition, after four more years of work it began hosting passenger trains in 2003. Many were pulled up in the 1970's and 1980's although others were removed long before that. Some of these trains are operating at limited capacity, so if you want a yuletide ride, you should act fast. }, "state": "WI", The railroad states The Polar Express runs on these dates:  November 8-27, November 29-December 24, and December 26-31. However, it became so popular the group decided to launch regular public excursions, including dinner trains and murder mysteries. Whitewater Valley Rail Road:  This organization takes its name from the original company which opened along the Whitewater Canal between Valley Junction (west of Cincinnati) and Connersville, Indiana in 1867. "website": "https://dennisondepot.org/", "address": "206 E Main St", } There are multiple car options available. }, "address": "4611 47 Ave", "city": "Squamish", Enter your location to see which movie theaters are playing The Polar Express near you. Dates: November 8-10, November 14-17, November 20-25, November 27th, November 29-December 1, December 4-9, December 11-16, December 18-24, December 26-30, and January 2-4. The 1¼ hour round-trip passenger excursion comes to life as the train departs the Bryson City depot for a journey through the quiet wilderness for a special visit at the North Pole. If you would like to experience The Polar Express on an ultra-modern train, a trip aboard Virgin Trains USA is highly recommended. Many were pulled up in the 1970's and 1980's although others were removed long before that. "website": "https://www.nolathepolarexpressride.com/", Drew Jacksich photo. The railroad sold the structure in 1963 to private owners where it remained until Marty Phelps acquired it in 1991 with intentions to found what is today the Medina Railroad Museum. "zip": "21223", Today, the MRSR is managed by American Heritage Railways, which operates some of the nation's finest excursion trains like the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge and the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. The CCC&StL was also known as the "Big Four" and would comprise most of NYC's network in western Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois. { "address": "6 Railroad Ave", The TE&G was popular thanks in part to its use of an historic steam locomotive, 2-6-0 #2 which pulled the Orange Blossom Special. "phone": "1-800-872-4681", The V&T became one of the richest little short lines in the nation (it was earning $100,000 in profits each month in 1875) and would expand to Reno where a connection was reached with the Southern Pacific (31 miles from Carson City). Small short lines tended to struggle, however, as the 20th century progressed due to increasing competition from other transportation modes and larger railroads. "name": "Aspen Crossing – Returning 2021", Fort Lauderdale Polar Express: In recent years, large corporations have gotten involved with The Polar Express thanks to its immense popularity. "lng": "-75.2002751" Previously, it had been known as the Tavares, Eustis & Gulf and utilized trackage owned by short line freight carrier Florida Central between Tavares and Mount Dora (historically this stretch was part of the Atlantic Coast Line). { They will host official. }, "lat": "39.7713848", "address": "Harbour Rd", "lng": "-81.57706139999999" Virginia & Truckee:  Nevada may not be the first state which comes to mind when it comes to railroads. Today, it is Amtrak's primary Chicago terminal. "city": "Spencer", "lng": "-72.31895359999999" }, You can also see more than just trains here; be sure to check out the preserved Santa Fe brick depot in Perris (completed in 1892) and various types of restored railroad signals. { Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad:  The Durango & Silverton is not only one of the nation's most popular tourist trains but it is also home to Rail Events, Inc., the company responsible for licensing all official The Polar Express events. Dates:  November 24, November 30, December 1, December 13-15, December 24, and December 28-29. ... (2020) News of the World (2020) Promising Young Woman. Whichever you choose, the accommodations are top notch; few other places operate such a superb fleet of passenger cars. In an effort to help fund the group and continue its preservation efforts the NYS&WT&HS sponsors public excursions over freight line Black River & Western. "country": "United States", Dates: November 23, November 29-December 1, December 6-8, December 11-15, and December 17-22. Dates: November 15-17, November 23-24, November 29-30, and December 1. "state": "WA", "zip": "TQ11 0DZ", That is the case at the Indiana Railway Museum which, since its 1961 founding, has amassed over 65 pieces of rolling stock, including operational diesel locomotives. "lng": "-79.8508488" :  The Durango & Silverton is not only one of the nation's most popular tourist trains but it is also home to Rail Events, Inc., the company responsible for licensing all official, : In recent years, large corporations have gotten involved with. It  has become well-known for its fine fleet of passenger cars, themed trains, and other special runs. Located in Elbe it utilizes about 7 miles of the old Milwaukee Road to Mineral. "website": "https://nationalrrmuseum.org/", "lng": "-3.7702512" For instance, in August, 2018 it acquired three beautiful, fully restored stainless-steel dome cars that had originally operated on the famous "California Zephyr." "lat": "43.21837190000001", Telford Steam Railway:  The Telford Steam Railway (TSR) is a tourist railroad based in Horsehay, Telford in Shropshire, England. They host official The Polar Express train rides during much of November and December. "lat": "36.69877719999999", Dates: November 8-10, November 14-17, November 20-25, November 27th, November 29-December 1, December 4-9, December 11-16, December 18-24, December 26-30, and January 2-4. Morristown & Erie Railway:  A private and historic freight railroad the Morristown & Erie Railroad was formed on August 28, 1903 through the merger of two smaller systems, the Whippany River Railroad and Whippany & Passaic River Railroad. The organization boasts a huge collection of streetcars, switchers, and other rapid transit equipment. All other organizations listed here operate Christmas or Santa Claus trains not affiliated with the Polar Express  (but are worth the visit!). "state": "VT", "address": "1 Monon Dr", Aside from entertaining passengers, WMSR's mission is to preserve the memory of the Western Maryland (WM). In 1889 it was acquire by the Balitmore & Ohio, acting as another connection to Cleveland  for the eastern trunk line (the line south of Akron became a stub-end branch). Grand Canyon Railway Polar Express, Williams, Arizona This is one of the preeminent railroad museums in the country and a must see. One of their locomotives is a rather unique RS3m with components from two different manufacturers. }, "lat": "35.43051519999999", They include dome-coach Silver Lariat, dome-sleeper-observation Silver Solarium, baggage Silver Peak, and sleeper Silver Rapids (along with baggage Silver Peak). "phone": "800-468-4070", They will be offered on the following dates:  November 22-24, November 29-December 1,  December 6-8, December 13-15, and December 20-22. Their first addition was Milwaukee Road 4-8-4 #261, which has since been sold to the "Friends Of The 261." Dates: November 22-24, November 29-December 1, December 6-8, December 12-15, December 19-24, and December 26-31. "state": "TX", "state": "WV", "country": "United States", "city": "Dereham", { Among their collection is a replica depot which depicts those found along the Denver & Rio Grande in the 1880's, a library/archive wing, numerous steam locomotives (many of which are narrow-gauge types), several period passenger cars, a handful of historic diesels, a handsome five-stall brick roundhouse with accompanying turntable, no less than three of Rio Grande Southern Railway's unique "Galloping Goose" rail cars, facility rentals for parties, and an audio tour. One of Kentucky's best kept secrets is the Big South Fork Scenic Railway located in Stearns, Kentucky. Exact dates, times, and prices are available by visiting the Schedule & Tickets page. "address": "99 Elizabeth St", That year the Missouri & Northern Arkansas Railroad began freight service over former Missouri Pacific (MP) trackage in Arkansas and western Missouri purchased from Union Pacific (MP's successor). Vintage Trains:  This organization is operated by Birmingham Railway Museum Trust, located in the West Midlands. "lng": "-105.19336909999998" "zip": "77550", }, It maintains 45 miles of the former Denver & Rio Grande Western's narrow-gauge Silverton Branch, which was also part of the railroad's larger "San Juan District" (all narrow-gauge trackage) serving southwestern Colorado and northern New Mexico (until 1941 these lines also reached Santa Fe). The movie version of The Polar Express is a bit different, and a much longer tale, than the original but for the most part it sticks to the original story. The Florida Train: Royal Palm:  This new attraction, also known as the Orlando & Northwestern (O&NW), launched excursions during late summer of 2017 serving Tavares and Lake County. At the time the facility also included the main concourse which was demolished in 1969 to make way for a 35-story office tower. They also have several freight and passenger cars and model train layouts to see. "lat": "29.9461593", "city": "Burlington", "phone": "", Ages: All ages welcome! They maintain the West Coast Railway Heritage Park in Squamish, British Columbia which includes a total of 12 acres that features, among other attractions, a station and Canadian National roundhouse. "website": "https://socalthepolarexpressride.com/", THE POLAR EXPRESS (TM) Train Ride returns this holiday season with service to the North Pole. The ticket options available include first class or coach. "name": "Delaware River Railroad Excursions – Returning 2021", The Branson Scenic Railway debuted the following year, whisking passengers on a 40-mile round trip through the beautiful Ozark Mountains. "website": "https://www.cmrrevents.com", "state": "IL", "name": "Morristown & Erie Railway – Returning 2021", Dates (Fort Lauderdale): November 16-17, November 23-24, November 29-December 1, December 7-8, December 14-15, and December 21-24, and December 28-29. "phone": "1364 644370", Relive the magical journey of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride on an hour-long trip to the North Pole. "state": "NV", It is currently owned by the Moody Foundation and still functions as an office tower. The magical story comes to life the minute the train departs the Palestine Depot for the journey to the North Pole. "phone": "740-922-6776", The Polar Express Dates: November 15-17, November 22-25, November 29-December 1, December 6-8, and December 12-22. "name": "Big South Fork Scenic Railway – Returning 2021", Dates: November 23-24, November 30-December 1, December 7-8, and December 14-15. "country": "United States", Passengers will enjoy singing, dancing, and a reading of the The Polar Express™. }, When possible, and if available, a steam locomotive is used to pull the train. However, not only was the historical western leg of the Transcontinental Railroad (Central Pacific) but also three major tourist attractions/museums can be found there today. "lng": "-97.4672473" "phone": "802-281-5050", "country": "United States", { "phone": "855-632-7729", Freight operations survived until Blue Diamond Coal closed the last mine in October, 1987. "state": "MD", "country": "United States", Today, along with the railroad, visitors can also tour the 26 acre yard and shop complex, including its six-stall roundhouse, and of course enjoy train rides behind preserved and restored steam locomotives. The full buffet is available during Polar Express nights, as well as special desserts made just for the holidays! "lat": "35.5052318", "lat": "41.9893461", Wes Barris's SteamLocomotive.com is simply the best web resource in the study of steam locomotives. It would also open a 15-mile branch to Minden in 1906. "state": "OK", Surprisingly, the M&E's story did not end there; a group of investors acquired the property and formed the Morristown & Erie Railway in 1982. "country": "United Kingdom", I have had the experience to enjoy these events on more than one occasion. ENTER CITY, STATE OR ZIP CODE GO. Scenery the Appalachian Mountains afford, especially during the NYC era this route had extended to,. 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