THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at St. Louis Union Station is right around the corner!
Trips to the North Pole are going fast! Reserve your seats on THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train TODAY
The magic returns to St. Louis Union Station with daily trips to and from the North Pole!
November 13th – December 30th, 2026
WEEKDAY RIDE SPECIALS:
This holiday season, we have even more magic in store with special offers for all riders in November and weekday riders in December.
All riders in November will receive a free ticket to one attraction in the Wheel Park – applicable to the Wheel, Carousel, or Mini Golf, or Union Station’s three newest rides: the Wave Swinger, Loco Motion mini spinning coaster, or Flying Louie swinging pirate ship!
All weekday riders (Monday – Friday) in December will receive a free ticket to Elfie Express!
The adventure comes to life when the train departs for a round-trip journey to the North Pole led by a cast of talented actors. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the classic story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™ for a Forty-Five Minute trip to meet Santa.
Passengers then read along with the classic children’s book, THE POLAR EXPRESS™, by Chris Van Allsburg. Santa and his helpers board the train to greet passengers and each guest is given the first gift of Christmas. During the trip, characters on each car lead fantastic onboard entertainment – just like in the film! Each guest will take home a keepsake sleigh bell and souvenir golden ticket in addition to the wonderful memories made on this magical trip.
Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas for the ride!
The Holiday Saver train car is BACK in 2026 with the same discounted prices we introduced last year – but HURRY! Holiday Saver tickets were the first to sell out in 2025! Enjoy the same magical journey and beloved experience of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride for a less expensive ticket, with prices starting at just $19.99 per person. It’s the perfect way to make holiday memories with your family, while saving a little extra for gifts!
Want to make your experience extra special!?
Enjoy a delicious breakfast and meet Santa Claus this holiday season. On Saturdays and Sundays in November and December, families can reserve a special Pancakes with Santa meal in the Grand Hall! Experience a unique 3D lightshow on the ceiling of Grand Hall while you enjoy Pancakes topped with strawberries and fun whipped cream Santa faces are served with milk for the kids or coffee for the grownups.
PANCAKES WITH SANTA DATES
November: 21, 22, 27, 28, 29
December: 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
NEW this year, add on discounted tickets to the St. Louis Aquarium to enhance your experience! Enter the Aquarium after your breakfast and come face-to-fin with sharks, river otters, sea turtles, and more. Plus, join Scuba Claus and his elf for a special Dive Chat in Shark Canon, select dates at 1:15pm.
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