​The Polar Express™ Train Ride on Christmas Eve!

Step aboard Aspen Crossing’s Polar Express on Christmas Eve for an unforgettable journey straight out of the beloved story – complete with twinkling lights, festive carols, and steaming hot cocoa served by dancing chefs. Meet Santa himself as he boards the train, greeting every wide-eyed child with a special silver bell and the warmest holiday moment. This magical, limited-capacity experience is always extra special, making it one of Western Canada’s most cherished family traditions. Secure your golden tickets now and give your family the gift of a Christmas Eve filled with wonder, joy, and memories that will sparkle for years to come!

Departs at: December 24th. Approx 1hr.

Train Details:

​The Train ride is approximately one hour long and includes your golden train ticket, hot chocolate in a ceramic Polar Express collector’s mug, a delicious cookie, as well as your first gift of Christmas, a silver bell.

Train Seating:

  • Queenstown Car – 16 seats – Sold in sets of 2
  • ​Lomond Car – 42 seats – Sold in sets of 2
  • Glenview Car – 32 seats – Sold in sets of 2
  • ​Farrow Car – 64 seats – Sold in sets of 2
  • Milo Car – 68 seats – Sold in sets of 2 (mix of tables and booths, a request for either is NOT a guarantee)
  • Plush, Coach Section – 48 seats – Sold in sets of 4
  • ​VIP, Dome Section – 24 seats – Sold in sets of 4

Ticket Prices:

  • Ticket prices vary by car class and DO NOT include GST or booking fees.
  • Babies, 23 month or under are free when sitting on a lap. Lap sitters get a bell and do not get a golden ticket, cookie, hot chocolate, mug.
  • There is an extra fee for Christmas Eve.
  • NOTE: Please keep an eye on your email that you booked your tickets under for any updates on the day of your train. Any mechanical delays/weather/road conditions with be shared with you via this email. Thank you and we can’t wait to have you experience the magic of the Polar Express!!!

Dining Facilities

The Diefenbaker Dining Car, the Bergquist House Tavern, and the Aspen Outpost are open and would be glad to serve you!

Reservations are mandatory. (403) 534-2129

Frequently Asked Questions:

Please visit our FAQ page

THE POLAR EXPRESS™ and all related characters and elements are trademarks of and © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc.
Based on THE POLAR EXPRESS book and characters TM & © 1985 by Chris Van Allsburg.
Used by permission of Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved. (s19)

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