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Christmas and Polar Express Trains Near NYC 2025

Polar Express and Christmas Trains in New York

North Pole Express Manhattan
TopView Sightseeing, Midtown West
Select dates from Saturday, November 8-Sunday, January 6, 2026
Santa is bringing the North Pole to the heart of Manhattan. Take a tour of Midtown Manhattan’s storied holiday lights as you listen to thrilling Christmas tales told by one of Santa’s elves. The journey ends with a visit from Santa himself. Visit the website here.

The Polar Express in Port Jefferson Station
Chamber Train Car, Port Jefferson
Thursday, November 14-Sunday, December 21, 2025
Take a magical journey on the Polar Express at the Port Jefferson Station rail car and enjoy popcorn, cookies, and hot cocoa as this timeless tale unfolds on a movie screen. Visit the website here.

Polar Express Train Ride in Kingston
Westbrook Lane Station (at the Kingston Plaza shopping center), Kingston
Select dates from Friday, November 14-Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Once on board, the conductors walk through the coach to punch your golden ticket as you’re served hot chocolate and a cookie by dancing chefs, while passengers read the classic children’s book. Visit the website here.

Polar Express Trolley Ride in Calverton
Scott's Pointe, Riverhead
Select dates from Friday, November 28-Tuesday, December 23, 2025
All aboard the North Shore trolley for a true seasonal treat: a one-hour trip to meet Santa on the North Fork of Long Island. Hot chocolate and delicious cookies are served at the North Pole, and passengers read along with the classic children’s book, The Polar Express. Visit the website here.

Polar Express and Christmas Trains in New Jersey

The Polar Express on the Morristown & Erie Railway
Whippany Station, Whippany
Select dates from Saturday, November 1-Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Take a magical trip on the Polar Express, powered by the Morristown & Erie Railway. Each ticket includes fantastic entertainment, delicious hot chocolate, shortbread, and a keepsake sleigh bell to bring home. Visit the website here.

Black River & Western Railroad North Pole Express
Flemington
Select dates from Sunday, November 23-Sunday, December 28, 2025
Climb aboard the Polar Express for a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, cookies and hot cocoa, a photo booth, sleigh bells for the kids, photo-ops, and more. New this year are photo-ops with Santa's giant mailbox. Visit the website here.

The Polar Express at the Delaware River Railroad
Delaware River Railroad Excursions, Phillipsburg
Select dates from Friday, November 28-Sunday, December 21, 2025
Make sure the Christmas jammies are ready for this experience straight out of the beloved movie of the same name. The Polar Express at Delaware River Railroad Excursions is set to sounds from the motion picture, and sells out fast, so don't procrastinate. Visit the website here.

Cape May Seashore Lines Santa Express
Tuckahoe
Select dates from Saturday, November 29-Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Take a ride on the train at Cape May Seashore Lines with Santa this holiday season. Board the train at Richland Village or Tuckahoe Village for a 85-minute ride. Visit the website here.

Tri-State Railway Historical Society's Ride with Santa
Wayne
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Take an hour-long train ride with Santa, as well as musicians, carolers, and costumed characters. Children receive a gift from Santa: a candy cane and activity book. Visit the website here.

Polar Express and Christmas Trains in Pennsylvania

Santa’s Paradise Express on the Strasburg Rail Road
Ronks
Select dates from Saturday, November 15-Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Ride to Paradise, Pennsylvania, and back on this 45-minute train excursion aboard the Strasburg Rail Road. Santa greets families on the train and gives a special gift to all kids ages 11 and under. Visit the website here.

North Pole Express on the New Hope and Ivyland Railroad
New Hope
Select dates from Saturday, November 15-Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Wear your pajamas and climb aboard the North Pole Express at New Hope and Ivyland Railroad. Children can enjoy riding the rails pulled by a vintage diesel locomotive and a visit from Santa at the end of the journey. Visit the website here.

Santa's Express on the West Chester Railroad
West Chester
Select dates from Saturday, November 22-Sunday, December 21, 2025
Journey through Chester Creek Valley for a 75-minute ride aboard Santa's Express. Santa greets passengers at the station and joins them for the ride aboard the heated and festively decorated train complete with live entertainment, so don't forget your camera and Christmas list! Visit the website here.

Trolley and Christmas Train Rides in Connecticut

The Essex North Pole Express
Essex Steam Train, Essex
Select dates from Thursday, November 13-Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Connecticut's favorite family tradition includes a musical performance of Twas the Night Before Christmas, sing-a-longs, hot chocolate, sugar cookies, and an appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus. Each child receives a small gift from Santa. Children are invited to wear their favorite pajamas! This event always sells out quickly so buy your tickets early. Visit the website here.

Santa Express and Northern Lights Limited at the Naugatuck Railroad
Thomaston
Select dates from Saturday, November 22-Tuesday, December 23, 2025
The Naugatuck Railroad offers two different Christmas train experiences: the daytime Santa Express and the evening Northern Lights Limited. Visit the website here.

Winterfest and the Tunnel of Lights at the Connecticut Trolley Museum
East Windsor
Select dates from Friday, November 28-Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Halls are decked inside and outside at the Connecticut Trolley Museum with more than 15,000 lights for this annual event. Guests board enclosed trolley cars for a ride down a tunnel of lights as they sing traditional Christmas carols with their trolley car operators. Visit the website here.

 

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