Santa on the Chicago Area Polar Express Storytime Trains & Trolleys
Santa and Mrs. Claus preparing to board a Polar Express train
The “Polar Express" the popular book by the author Chris Van Allsburg has made Santa train and trolley trips all the rage in recent years. You’ll find many area town park district trips on Metra trains, public libraries, convention and visitor bureaus, Jaycees, the Chicago Transit Authority, the Illinois Railway Museum and the Fox River Trolley Museum, among others all offering Polar Express trips or holidaytrains, featuring Santa Claus. These trips have proven to be very popular—be sure to book early, most of these trips sell out months in advance. Remember, trains don’t wait for anyone. Plan on arriving at the station or for the trolley departure at least twenty minutes before the scheduled time.
Addison
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Sunday, December 8th & 15th, 2019
Call the park district for check in and departure times.
Trips departs: Itasca Metra Station
Irving Park Road (Route19) and Maple Street
Sponsor: Addison Park District
(630) 833-0100
Addison Park District
pre-registration required
Cost $16 residents non-residents $23; Children 2 and under free
The wonderful Christmas story, the “Polar Express” will be read, while the kids are enjoying chocolate milk and cookies on the train trip to the North Pole. Santa will meet the incoming train and join in the fun for the return trip. Please note, space for this trip is very limited.
Photo Courtesy Addison Park District
Antioch
Santa on the North Pole Express Trains
December 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 16th, 17th, 2019
Times: There are 12 trips scheduled departing Monday through Fridays and the last two on Monday and Tuesday at 10:35am & returning at 2:35pm
Trips depart: Antioch Metra Station
305 Depot Street
Antioch, IL 60002
Sponsor: Village of Antioch Recreation Department
Note, For information: (847) 395-2160 or parks@antioch.il
https://www.antioch.il.gov/departments/parks-department/
pre-registration required
Cost: $23 for residents; $26 for non-residents
This three and a half hour magical excursion to the North Pole includes lunch, crafts, hot chocolate, cookies, Christmas Carols and fun for all and of course a visit from Santa.
Arlington Heights
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Saturday, December 7th 2019
Three departures on Dec. 7th - Time: 8:15am, 10:15am, 12:15pm
Trips departs: Arlington Heights Metra Station,
Downtown Arlington Heights
Sponsor: Arlington Heights Park District
(847) 577-3000
www.ahpd.org/
Cost: Residents: Adults & Children - $20
Non-residents Adults & Children - $30 - Tickets go on sale Oct.1st, for residents and on Oct, 8th, for non-residents
Santa will be on the trains visiting with the children—treats will be served and the Polar express story will be read during the trip. Don't forget your camera. These are very popular trips—book early!
Aurora
Santa on the Blackberry Farm Holiday Express Friday December 6th & 13th
Saturday December 7th & 14th
Sunday, December 1st, 8th & 15th, 2019
The dates and times listed are tentative check with Blackberry Farm for the exact dates and times - Sponsor: Fox Valley Park District
Train is located at: Blackberry Farm
100 S. Barnes Road
Aurora, IL 60506
(630) 892-1550
Times: Fridays 5pm to 8pm Saturdays & Sundays 2pm to 7pm
tickets online beginning mid-Nov. - avoid lines at the ticket window
www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org
Cost: $7.00 per person ages 2 and up
Blackberry Farm will be all lit up for the season with thousands upon thousands of twinkling lights. For three weekends in December families can ride on the “Blackberry Farm Holiday Express.” Enjoy a great trip on the train which chugs its way around Lake Gregory before returning to the old-fashioned depot where you will meet Santa at the Early Streets Museum. Groups of 100 or more can book their own private Polar Express parties. Contact Sandy Smith at 630-264-7408 for details.
Photo Courtesy Fox Valley Park District
Barrington
Barrington Express to Santa's Workshop
Saturday December 14th, 2019
Times: 9:32am to 12:18pm and 11:32am to 2:15pm
Trips departs: Barrington Metra Train Station
201 S. Spring Street
Main and Spring Streets
Barrington, IL 60010
Sponsor: Barrington Park District
(847) 381-0065
email: jkrause@barringtonparkdistrict.org
www.barringtonparkdistrict.org
Pre-registration required - Deadline November 9th
Cost: Residents $20; Non-Residents $23
All aboard! This trip to the North Pole will take participants to the Moose Lodge in Woodstock. Children will hear holiday stories, there will be cookies to decorate plus cocoa and cider at the restaurant. Of course the children will visit with Santa Claus who will have bags of treats for all the kids. This event fills up quickly.
Bartlett
Santa on the Holly Jolly Trolley Ride
Thursday, December 19th, 2019
Times: There are 10 trips scheduled from 3:40pm until 7:40pm
Trip meets at: Villa Olivia
at Santa's North Pole Workshop
1401 West Lake Street
Bartlett, IL 60103
Sponsor: Bartlett Park District
(630) 540-4800
www.bartlettparks.org
registration required -online registration not available
Cost: Residents: Adults & Children - $10
Non-residents: Adults & Children - $15
Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas for an evening of excitement. Participants travel to to the "North Pole" on a private holiday trolley — the "Holly Jolly Trolley Ride". Santa meets everyone when they arrive at his workshop at the North Pole. There will be plenty of activities, treats and good times or everyone. Don't forget to bring your camera. This program is sure to sell out.
Batavia
Santa on the Christmas Express
Sunday, December 8th, 2019
Trip times: 3:15pm-4:15pm & 4:25pm-5:25pm
Trips departs: Fox River Trolley Museum
Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve station
35W003 Il Route 31
South Elgin, IL 60177
Sponsor: Batavia Park District
www.bataviaparks.org
Registration required for all ages.
(630) 879-5235
Cost: $32
Batavia children and their parents make the exciting trip where a young girl visits her grandmother starting at at the Fox River Trolley Museum. Hot chocolate will be served and the children will be read the magical Polar Express story, meet Santa Claus and receive a bell as a gift.
Bensenville
Santa Train Ride Saturday, December 7th, 2019
Times: Sat. 12:30pm - 4:35pm
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the train's departure
Trip departs: Bensenville Metra Train Station
110 West .Main Street
Bensenville, IL 60106
Sponsor: Bensenville Park District
Questions? call Lisa Semetko (630) 238-4920 or email lsemetko@bensenvilleparkdistrict.org
www.bensenvilleparkdistrict.org
registration required
Ages - infants up to children age 10
Cost:$20 per person
This event leaves from the Bensenville train station to the North Pole—Elgin. Along the way children will be read the story, "The Polar Express" play games, sing carols, while Santa takes time to visit with each child and give all boys and girls a holiday treat. Don't forget your camera!
Berwyn
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
for Families with Children who have Special Needs
Saturday, December 14th, 2019
Time: 12:45pm to 3:15pm (Train departs at 12:55pm)
Trips departs: Berwyn Metra Train Station
6801 Windsor Avenue
Oak Park Avenue & Windsor
Berwyn, IL 60402
between Grove and Oak Park Avenues
Sponsor: WSSRA - West SuburbanSpecial Recreation Association
(847) 455-2100
For additional information - West Suburban Special Recreation Association
Pre-registration required - tickets are limited
Cost: $15.30 - 12 years & older; $8.15 - 11 years and younger
This train trip is only for families of children who have disabilities and are members of West Suburban Special Recreation Association. Children take a real train ride, but make an imaginary trip to the North Pole (actually the Aurora train station). The delightful Polar Express story is used as the basis for the trip and will be read. Santa will join everyone at the North Pole and will be part of the joyful ride home. Light refreshments will be served and wheelchair seating is available. This popular trip fills up quickly.
Photo courtesy West Suburban Special Recreation Association
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Saturday, December 7th, 2019
Times:8:30am to 12:30pm, & 1:30pm to 5:30pm
Trips departs: Berwyn Metra Train Station
6801 Windsor Avenue
Berwyn, IL 60402
between Grove and Oak Park Avenues
Sponsor: Berwyn Park District
(708) 795-2892
www.berwynparks.org
Registration starts November 9th at 10am at the Oroksa Park Activity Center,
Cost: $30 per person
These train trips takes Berwyn children to the North Pole (actually the DuPage Children's Museum). The Polar Express story will be read on the train. Santa will join the children at the North Pole for pictures and crafts where there will be plenty of fun for all.
Bloomingdale
Santa on the Bloomingdale Holly Jolly Trolley Friday, December 20th
Saturday, December 21st, 2019
Trip check in times Friday - 7pm; Saturday 8:45am and 10:45am
Trips depart: Roselle Metra Station
540 Irving Park Road
Roselle, IL 60172
Sponsor: Bloomingdale Park District
www.bloomingdaleparks.org
Register by - Nov. 10 or until sold out
(630) 529-3650
Cost: $15 Residents; $20 Non-residents
All aboard! Hop on the Bloomingdale Holly Jolly Trolley—note this trip is on a Metra train not a motorized trolley! Take a magical train trip to the North Pole. Enjoy a special story, there will be caroling, milk and cookies and of course Santa Claus!
Photo courtesy Bloomingdale Park District
Blue Island
Santa's Train Ride
2019 dates T/B/A
Times: T/B/A
Trips depart: Blue Island - Vermont Street Metra Station
2300 W. Grove Street
Blue Island, IL 60406
Sponsor: Blue Island Park District
blueislandparks.org
Registration required - tickets go on Sale Oct. 1st
(708) 385-3304
Cost: $15 Residents; $25 Non-residents
Children in Blue Island can take the train trip to the South Pole to find Santa Claus. Mrs. Claus will be on the train both ways and Santa will be with the kids on the return trip. There will be holiday songs, treats and a memorable experience for everyone. Don’t forget your camera—you’ll want pictures of the kids with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Please note the 2019 dates are not yet available, if you have any questions call the Blue IslandPark District at 708-385-3304.
Photo courtesy Blue Island Park District
Burr Ridge
Santa on the Storytime Train
Sunday, December 15th, 2019
Train 1: 9am check in - train departs 9:14am Train 2: 1pm check in - train departs,1:14pm
Trips departs: Hinsdale Metra Train Station
21 E. Hinsdale Avenue
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Sponsor: Burr Ridge Park District
(630) 920-1969
www.brparks.org/
Registration required - Begins August 19th
Cost: $53 residents; $58 non-residents
Enjoy a holiday favorite—a trip from the Hinsdale train station to the North Pole where you will have a buffet. Here the children meet with Santa, have a picture taken and enjoy holiday crafts and entertainment, plus they take home a gift.
Photo courtesy Burr Ridge Park District
Carol Stream
Santa on the Carol Stream Polar Express Storytime Train
Sunday, December 8th, 2019
Times: Two departures - 11am to1pm & 3pm to 5pm
Trips depart: Roselle Metra Station,
540 Irving Park Road
Roselle, IL 60172
Sponsor: Carol Stream Park District www.csparks.org
Pre-registration required - registration deadline is November 1st
Cost: Residents: $15 Non-residents $22
All aboard for a trip to the North Pole (Roselle to Elgin) for children two and up. The Polar Express story will be read to the children on the first part of the trip. When the train arrives at the North Pole, they will be met by Santa who will be with them for the ride back home. There will be holiday songs and Santa will make time for a visit with each child. Refreshments will be served and every child will receive a small keepsake. These events are sure to sell out.
Photo courtesy Carol Stream Park District
Santa on the Carol Stream Holiday Trolley Express
Friday, December 20th, 2019
Time: 5pm - 8pm
Trips depart from: Fountain View Recreation Center
910 North Gary Avenue
Carol Stream, IL 60188
Sponsor: Carol Stream Park District www.csparks.org
Pre-registration required
Cost: Residents: $15 Non-residents $22
Take a festive trolley ride to see beautiful holiday lights, Hear the Polar Express story,, enjoy refreshments, make a craft and meet with Santa at Fountain View Recreation Center. Each child will receive a special holiday keepsake.This event always sells out.
Cary
Santa on the Cary Train to Santa's Workshop
Friday, December 13th & Saturday, December 14th, 2019
Times: train departs 11:43am on Friday and 11:08 on Saturday
Be at the station at least 20 minutes before departure time
Trip departs: Cary Metra Station
100 West Main Street
(Route 134 and Cedar Lake Road)
Cary, IL 60013
Sponsor: Cary Park District
(847) 639-6100
reservations required - deadline early November
www.carypark.com
Cost: $19 for residents; $28 non-residents
This train trip is for children ages 11 and under with a parent from Round Lake to Crystal Lake. There will be a buffet meal Friday at Duke's Alehouse and Kitchen in Crystal Lake and on Saturday at Durty Nellies in Palatine and then a visit with Santa Claus. A great day for all the little ones is guaranteed. Be sure to bring a camera. Book early—this event will sell out..
Chicago
Santa Claus on the CTA Holiday Train
Friday, November 22nd through Friday, December 20th, 2019
Sponsor: Chicago Transit Authority
1-888-968-7282
Cost: Normal fares apply—there is no premium to ride on the Holiday Train For a detailed schedule for the Holiday Train check the CTA websit. The information for the 2019 Holiday Train page will be available in November.
Every Christmas season The Chicago Transit Authority gives the citizens of the windy city a marvelous gift—the CTA Holiday train. This spectacular and beautifully lit up train with Santa and his elves, runs on different CTA routes from late November usually up to a few days before Christmas. The six car train can be seen coming from a long way off, with thousands of brightly colored lights festooning the cars. The interiors of the cars are gaily decorated with a plethora of multi-colored lights, garlands and red bows with poles wrapped to resemble candy-canes. Santa arrives in dramatic fashion, on a sleigh in an open flatbed car in the middle of the train—which has been outfitted with reindeer, Christmas trees and luminous shining lights. As the train pulls into a station Santa can be seen greeting the children and boarding passengers and of course ho ho hoing!
The CTA Holiday Train
Chicago The Polar Express™
Saturday, November 23rd, through Sunday December 29th, 2019
Visit the schedule & tickets page to book this event and for dates & times
Trips departs: Union Station
500 W. Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60606
(312) 471-2501
For additional information click on the following LINK
Cost: $48 and up to $70 adults; $38 and up to $62 children + service fee
Chicago Rail Events Productions is offering The Polar Express train ride from Chicago’s Union Station during the holiday season. Each guest will receive a souvenir golden ticket and keepsake sleigh bell to bring home. Families are encouraged to wear their pajamas for the ride!
Photo courtesy Chicago Rail Events Productions
Chicago Ridge
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
2019 dates T/B/A
Times: T/B/A
Trips departs: Chicago Ridge Metra Station,
103rd Street & Ridgeland Avenue
Chicago Ridge, IL 60415
Sponsor: Chicago Ridge Park District
(708) 636-4900
www.chicagoridgeparks.com
registration required
Cost: $12 residents; $25 non-residents
Kids, take a trip to the North Pole (Chicago Ridge to Union Station in Chicago). There will be Christmas treats, crafts and a visit by Santa himself. Remember to bring your camera.Please note the 2019 dates are not yet available, if you have any questions call the Chicago Ridge Park District at 708-636-4900.
Clarendon Hills
Santa on the Claredon Hills Santa Train
Saturday, December 7th, 2019
Time: 1 pm - 3:30pm
Trip departs: Clarendon Hills Metra Station
1 South Prospect Avenue
Prospect Avenue at Burlington
Clarendon Hills, IL 60514
Sponsor: Clarendon Hills Park District
(630) 323-2626
registration required
www.clarendonhillsparkdistrict.org
Cost: $20 per person - children under one year of age are free
There will be a story on the train, hot chocolate and cookies. When the train reaches the North Pole—Aurora, Santa joins the group. He will be on the ride back for songs with the children and a chance for you to take pictures. Please note, this event is for Clarendon Hills residents only. This popular trip is sure to sell out early.
Photo courtesy Clarendon Hills Park District
Deerfield
Santa on the Deerfield Candy Cane Train
Sunday, December 8th, 2019
Time: 1pm to 3:30pm
Trip departs: Deerfield Metra Station
860 Deerfield Road
Deerfield, IL 60015
Sponsor: Deerfield Park District
(847) 945-0650
advance registration required
www.deerfieldparks.org
Cost: $18.00 residents, $23.00 non-residents
This is a special holiday train trip for children up to age twelve. They will travel to the North Pole where they will meet Santa Claus. Refreshments will be served onboard. Advance registration is required for this popular trip. Remember to bring your camera. Space is limited!
Photo courtesy Deerfield Park District
Des Plaines
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Sunday December, 1st & 8th, 2019
Departure times: 11:04 am to 1:44 pm and 3:04 pm to 5:44 pm
Check in at 10:15 am and 2:15 pm
All Trips depart: Des Plaines Metra Station
1501 Miner Street
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Sponsor: Des Plaines Park District
(847) 391-5700
registration required - Ticket purchase deadline is November 8th
www.desplainesparks.org
Cost: $30 per person
The Polar Express story will be read as the train travels to the North Pole (Harvard, Illinois) where the children will stay on the train and meet Santa Claus. Santa will ride with everyone on the return trip. There will be holiday songs, chocolate milk, cookies, games and time for pictures and visits with the big guy in the red suit.
Photo courtesy Des Plaines Park District
Downers Grove
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Saturday, November 23rd, 2019
Departure times: 8:45am, 10:45am and 12:45 pm - all trips sold out
Three trips depart: Downers Grove Main Street Metra Station
Sponsor: Downers Grove Park District
www.dgparks.org
email: kstupka@dgparks.org
(630) 963 1300
registration required
Cost: Residents $30 - non-residents $45
Hop on the train in Downers Grove for the magical trip based on the book "The Polar Express" by Chris Van Allsbur. On the way to the North Pole (Aurora) the "The Polar Express" story will be read and chocolate milk and cookies will be served. At the North Pole, Santa and Mrs. Claus board the train and joins in the merriment for the return trip. Early registration is open to Downers Grove residents only, non-residents will be placed on a wait list until residents have been accommodated. Note: These trips are now sold out.
The Downers Grove Park District Polar Express
Elk Grove Village
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Saturday, December 14th, 2019
There will be 3 departures on Saturday
Departures times: are at: 9am, 11am & 1pm
Trips departs: Itasca Metra Station
Irving Park Road (Route 19) & Walnut Street
Sponsor: Elk Grove Park District
(847) 437-9494
registration required - Deadline Nov. 11th
www.elkgroveparks.org
Cost: Residents: children ages twelve months & up $22, adults $18.
Non-residents: children ages two & up $26, non-resident adults $22.
Once again, kids get to hear the “Polar Express” story by Chris Van Allsburg have snacks and meet Santa at the North Pole (or Elgin if you prefer). There will be visits with Santa on the way back along with treats for the kids. Sign up early, this trip always sells out..
Elmhurst
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Sunday, December 1st, 2019
Times: Two departures - 11:12am and 3:12pm
Trips departs: Elmhurst Metra Station
128 W. 1st Street at York Road
Sponsor: Elmhurst Park District
(630) 993-8901
registration required - register early
www.epd.org
Cost: $26 Adult resident; $32 Adult non-resident
$21 Child resident; $26 Child non-resident
The “Polar Express” story comes to life when the children get on the train to go to the North Pole—Elburn. There will be treats, Christmas carols, cookies and a special visit with Santa Claus on the way home. For children two and up. This events is sure to sell out, book early!
Photo courtesy Elmhurst Park District
Frankfort
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Sunday, December 15th, 2019
Times: Two departures - 9:30 am sharp and 11:20 am sharp
Trips departs: Hickory Creek Metra Station
9430 Hickory Creek Drive
Mokena, IL
Sponsor: Frankfort Park District
(815) 469-9400
registration date Saturday, November 4th
www.frankfortparks.org
Cost: $16 per person residents $21 non-residents
Listen to magical “Polar Express” story and enjoy cookies when the children and their parents ride the train to the North Pole where they will meet Santa Claus. He will return with time for pictures and yes, plenty of fun with the kids. This event is very popular check with the park district regarding booking.
Photo courtesy Frankfort Park District
Franklin Park
Santa on the Franklin Park Polar Express
Saturday, December 7th, 14th, and 21st, 2019
Times 2:30pm to 4:45pm
Trips departs: Franklin Park Metra Station
25th & Pacific Avenue
Franklin Park, IL 60131
Sponsor: Park District of Franklin Park
(847) 469-455-2852
registration required
www.fpparks.org
Cost: $11 residents
$21 non-residents
children under 1 are free
Take a ride on a holiday train and meet Santa Claus at the North Pole (Elgin). A story will be read, there will be carols and a special treat for each child from Santa, as well as milk and cookies. Santa will board the train for the return trip. Book Early, these trips fill up very quickly.
Photo courtesy Park District of Franklin Park
Geneva
Santa on The Polar Express Storytime Train
Saturday, December 7th
Sunday, December 8th, 2019
Times: 9:30am check in for the 1st trip Sat. & Sun.
1:30pm check in for the second departure Sat. & Sun.
Trips depart Geneva Metra Station
328 Crescent Place
Geneva, IL 60134
Sponsor: Geneva Park District
For information: (630) 232-4542
pre-registration required
www.genevaparks.org
Cost: Resident children - $21 for 17 and under; Non-residents - $32
Resident adults - $26 for 18 and older; Non-residents - $39
Ride on the Polar Express which goes to the North Pole where the story will be read, you’ll find Santa Claus, enjoy lunch or dinner at Aurelio's Pizza and to get pictures with the old guy. Register early - this program is very popular and will sell out.
Glen Ellyn
Santa on The Polar Express Storytime Train
Saturday, December ?, Sunday, December ?, 2019
Times: Saturday, December ,?h - 1:10 pm
Saturday December, ?, - 5:10 pm
Sunday, December ? - 1:10 pm
Sunday, December ? - 5:10 pm
All trips depart: Glen Ellyn Metra Station
551 Crescent, Glen Ellyn
Sponsor: Glen Ellyn Park District
For information:
(630) 858-2462
registration dates residents Oct. 1st, 8:30am, non-residents Oct. 15th, 8:30am
www.gepark.org
Cost: $28 per resident child; $42 per non-resident child.
$16 per resident adult; $24 per non-resident adult.
Be sure not to miss the train for this trip to the North Pole. Guess what, the Polar Express story will be read to the kids who will receive their own copy of the book. Chocolate milk and cookies will be served and everyone gets to talk to Santa and sing holiday songs. Remember to wear your pajamas. For children age one year and up. The 2019 Glen Ellyn Polar Express dates will likely be announced in late September.
Photo courtesy Glen Elyn Park District
Glenview
Santa on the Glenview Polar Express Storytime Train
Saturday, December ? 2019
Times: Saturday, 1:14 pm to to 3:37 pm
Sunday, 1:14 pm to to 3:37 pm
Trips depart: Glenview Metra Station
1116 Depot Street
Glenview, IL 60025
Sponsor: Glenview Park District
For information: (847) 724-5670
registration required
glenviewparks.org
Cost: $26 residents; $32.50 non-residents
Glenview’s train will head for the North Pole—Libertyville where the kids will enjoy a meal at Egg Harbor and will come face to face with Santa Claus. Santa will be on the train for the return trip and he has a gift for each child plus there will be songs and plenty of fun. Be sure to bring your camera. Please note: The dates and details of the 2019 Glenview Polar Express trips will not be available until early November when the winter park district catalog will be available. Questions? Call the Glenview Park District at 847-724-5670.
Grayslake
Santa on The Polar Express Storytime Train
Sunday, December 8th, 2019
Times: Departure Times 9:52am & 3:52pm
Trips depart: Grayslake Metra Station
Lake and St. Paul Streets
Grayslake, IL 60030
Sponsor: Grayslake Park District
For information:
(847) 223-7529
Because of the hight demand for this event registration is by a random selection lottery - check here for details
Cost: Children residents - $20; Non-residents $25
Adult residents - $15; Non-residents $19
Get ready for an exciting trip on the Polar Express to the North Pole—Fox Lake where Santa Claus will be waiting to greet the children and have a special gift for them. The children will be read the “Polar Express” story on the outbound trip and will sing carols, enjoy snacks plus there will be prize drawings on the ride home. This popular event will sell out!
Hanover Park
Santa on the North Pole Express Trolley Trips
Friday, December 13th, 2019
Times: check with the park district for times
Trip check-in is at: Hanover Park Community Center Gym
1919 Walnut Avenue
Hanover Park, IL 60133
Sponsor: Hanover Park Park District
For information: (630) 837-2468
www.hpparks.org
registration required
Cost: : Age 2 and under - free; $10 residents, $15 non-residents
Be prepared for an exciting trip to the "North Pole" on a Polar Express Trolley Ride. On the way the Polar Express story will be read and Santa will meet everyone at his workshop. There will be crafts, treats and time for pictures with the big guy.. Don't forget to bring your camera.
Highland Park
Santa on the Polar Express Story Tine Train
Saturday, December 14th, 2019
Times: 1pm - 2:30pm
Trips departs: Highland Park Downtown Metra Station
2700 Saint Johns Avenue
Sponsor: Park District of Highland Park
(847) 831-3810
reservations required
for more information click on this link
Cost: Residents: $20
Non-residents: $38
Kids, be sure to wear your pajamas for the trip to the North Pole—Waukegan. Hear a storyteller read a classic story on the train. Enjoy a cookie and meet some holiday characters on the way. Santa will be visiting with the children on the return trip, there will be holiday music and plenty of fun for all. Register early, this event always sells out.
Photo courtesy Park District of Highland Park
Hinsdale
Santa on the Hinsdale Holiday Express
Sunday, December 8th, 2019
Trip Times: 9 am to 1 pm and 11 am to 3 pm
Trips depart: Hinsdale Metra Station
21 W. Hinsdale Avenue (Hinsdale at Washington Street)
Sponsor: Hinsdale Park and Recreation Department
(630) 789-7090
www.villageofhinsdale.org/pr/
There is a lottery for this event - Lottery deadline November 8th. Non-residents can register beginning Nov. 18th.
Cost: $38 per person, ages two and up.
Children under two, $2 each
Get on the train in your pajamas in Hinsdale and head for the North Pole (Aurora) where you’ll meet with Santa Claus. A buffet meal will be served at the North Pole (America's Historic Roundhouse Restaurant—in the Aurora station). There will be time for photographs, crafts and more. It's recommended you sign up for the lottery for this popular program as soon as possible.
Photo courtesy Hinsdales Park and Recreation Department
Hoffman Estates
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
2019 Date T/B/A
Times: Two departures 9am and 1pm
Trip departs: Schaumburg Metra Station
2000 S. Springinsguth Road
Sponsor: Hoffman Estates Park District
For Information: Jody Dodson (847) 285-5432
www.heparks.org
Registration begins in November, 2019
Cost: $13 for residents, $15 for non-residents.
Ages three and up
Take a ride to the North Pole and hear the classic story by Chris Van Allsburg along the way. On the way back, Santa will join in the fun. There will be Christmas Carols and gifts for the children. Note—space is very limited, be sure to book as soon as registration opens in November.
Photo courtesy Hoffman Estates Park District
Itasca
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Saturday, December 7th, 2019
Five trips have been scheduled: Time: Time: 8:45 am - 10:30 pm (Itasca to Elgin, round trip)
Time: 11 am - 12:30 pm (Itasca to Elgin, round trip)
Time: 1 pm - 2:30 pm (Itasca to Elgin, round trip)
Time: 5 pm - 6:30 pm (Itasca to Elgin, round trip) Time: 7 pm - 8:30 pm (Itasca to Elgin, round trip)
Trips departs: Itasca Metra Station,
Irving Park Road (Route19) and Maple Street
Sponsor: Itasca Park District
((630) 773-2257
http://www.itascaparkdistrict.com
pre-registration required - deadline Nov. 12th or when trains are full.
Cost: Adults & Children - $20
Children 6-months and under are free.
All aboard for an exciting trip to the North Pole where the kids will meet with Santa. It's ok to wear pajamas. Enjoy a story, plus plenty to do—there will also be chocolate milk and cookies for everyone, and each kid will receive a gift from Santa.
Photo courtesy Itasca Park District
Joliet
Santa on the C A S A Christmas Express
Saturday, December 7th Sunday, December 8th, 2019
Tentative train times Dec. 7th: 8am, Dec. 8th 5pm
Trips departs: Joliet Union Station,
50 East Jefferson Street
Joliet, IL 60431
Sponsor: C A S A Court Appointed Special Advocates of Will County
(815) 730-7072
www.casaofwillcounty.org
Tickets must be purchased in advance, they go on sale Oct. 1st
Cost: $35 per ticket
C A S A are court appointed volunteer advocates for abused and neglected children in Will County. This Polar Express program is a fund raiser for these children.
Here’s a great family trip which takes the kids to the North Pole—Joliet toTinley Park and back, where everyone joins in the holiday festivities and meets Santa. The trip includes cookies plus breakfast or lunch. Please note: Tickets for this event are in short supply—book early.
Photo courtesy CASA
La Grange
LaGrange Holiday Train
Saturday, December 7th, 2019 Time: Sat. 8:45 am to 11:03am
Trip departs: La Grange Road Metra Station
125 W. Burlington Rd.
LaGrange, IL 60525
Sponsor: Park District of La Grange
(708) 352-1762
registration required
www.pdlg.org
Cost: $21 residents; $27 non-residents
This La Grange Holiday Train heads for Naperville which is the North Pole where they are going to meet Santa Claus. There will be a drink and a treat served at the Naperville train station. Santa will then hop on board for the return trip, where the fun for everyone will continue. This program is open to children of all ages. Book early - this program is sure to sell out.
Photo courtesy Park District of La Grange
Lake Forest
Santa on the Claus' Coach
Saturday, December 14th Sunday, December 15th, 2019
Time: Sat. 11am to 1:30pm; Sun. 1pm to 3:30pm
Trip departs: Lake Forest West Metra Station
10205 North Waukegan Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045
Sponsor: The City of Lake Forest
Parks and Recreation
(847) 234-2600
registration required - contact John Eldridge 847-810-3940
cityoflakeforest.com
Cost: Residents $32; Non-residents $38
One of Mrs. Claus's favorite books will be read to the children during their train trip to the North Pole (Fox Lake) while they are enjoying hot chocolate. Santa will meet the train at the North Pole and ride back—there will be holiday songs and plenty of games and fun for everyone. For children one year to twelve years of age. Note: This trip is very popular and is sure to sell out.
Lindenhurst
Santa on the Lindenhurst Sleigh Bell Express
2019 Date to be advised
Time: ? am check-in - ? (Grayslake - Foxlake)
Trip departs: Grayslake Metra Station
Lake & St. Paul Streets Grayslake, IL
Sponsor: Lindenhurst Park District
(847) 356-6011
www.lindenhurstparks.org
Cost: Residents: Adults $10; non-resident Adults $11
A favorite movie and book for many, Polar Express tells the tale of a boy who took a journey to a magical place. Join the Lindenhurst Park District as we take you on an enchanted Metra ride. While on the train ride, a storyteller will read the story of “Polar Express” by Chris Van Allsburg. When we reach the North Pole (Fox Lake) Santa will step on board to pay all the good little boys and girls a special visit. While on the train we will sing Christmas Carols, and all children will leave with a special treat. Please note: The dates and details of the 2019 Lindenhurst Sleigh Bell Express trip will not be available until mid-November when the winter park district catalog will be available. Questions? Call the Lindenhurst Park District at 847-356-6011.
Photo courtesy Lindenhurst Park Distri
Lombard
Santa on the Polar Express Story Time Train
Sunday, December 1st, 2019
Times: three departures: 9:20am; 1:20pm; 5:20pm
Trips departs: Lombard Train Station 9 South Main St. Lombard, IL 60148
Sponsor: Lombard Park Park District
(630) 620-7322 For info. on registration contact Lombard Park District http://lombardparks.com
Cost: $16 per person for residents; $21 per person non-residents
Children three and up will take a magical ride on the Polar Express Storytime train. One of Santa's favorite stories will read. There will be cookies and a bell on the ride to the North Pole. On the ride home there will be Christmas songs and fun for everyone. It is recommended that tickets be purchased early for this popular event which is sure to sell out.
Photo courtesy Lombard Park District
Mount Prospect & Prospect Heights
Santa on the Polar Express
Wednesday December 18th Thursday, December 19th Friday December 20th, 2019
Times: - 1:20 pm to 4 pm
Trip departs: Prospect Heights Metra Station
55 S. Wolf Road
Prospect Heights, IL 60070
Sponsor: River Trails Park District
For information: (847) 255-1200 www.rtpd.org
registration required
Ages: for children one month and up.
Cost: $19 per person
For a day of fun, take a trip on the North Pole Express where the kids will travel to the North Pole, meet with Santa, who will make the return trip with them. Each child will receive a small gift to remind them of the adventure. Do not delay, sign up early for this popular event.
Mundelein
Santa on the Polar Express Story Time Train
Saturday, December 7th, 2019
Time: 3pm check-in
Trip departs: Prairie Crossing Metra Station Libertyville
30001 Midlothian Road
Libertyville, IL 60048
Sponsor: Mundelein Park & Recreation District
1401 North Midlothian Road
Mundelein, IL 60080
For information: (847) 566-0650
registration for residents is Sept. 26th; non-residents, One week later
http://mundeleinparks.org
Cost: $20 residents $35 non-residents
Head for the North Pole (Fox Lake) on this Polar Express Story Time train trip where the kids will meet Santa Claus. There will be songs, time for pictures, treats and gifts for the kids. Book early, this popular trip fills up quickly.
New Lenox
Santa on the North Pole Adventure
Saturday, December 14th & Sunday, December15th, 2019
Times: Six trips on Sat. from 4pm to 7:45pm; Four trips on Sun. from 4pm to 6:15pm
Trips departs & returns to:Sanctuary Golf Course
485 North Marley Road
New Lennox, IL 60451
Sponsor: New Lenox Community Park District
For information: (815) 485-3584
www.newlenoxparks.org
registration required Please note, this North Pole Adventure is a bus ride to the North Pole.
Cost: $21 per person for both residents & non-residents. Join an exciting trip to the "North Pole" on a Bus Ride. On the way the Polar Express story will be read and Santa will meet everyone at the North Pole where the kids will receive a small gift. There will be hot cocoa and cookies, gamesand time for pictures with old Santa. Don't forget to bring your camera. Book early—this program is very popular.
Oak Park
The Oak Park Santa Trolley Express
Sunday, December 8th & 15th, 2019
Times : There are six 1.5 hour trips on each Sunday scheduled from 9:15am until 2:15pm
Trips leave from and return to:
Oak Park Conservatory
615 Garfield Street
Oak Park, IL 60304
Sponsor: Park District of Oak Park
(708) 383-0002
For additional information click on the following LINK
registration required
Cost: Residents - $20
Non-residents - $27
Hop on Santa’s Trolley and meet with the elves and the jolly old man and Mrs. Claus at their secret spot (the historic Cheney Mansion). There will be time to enjoy cookies and milk and to get pictures and to let Santa know what you hope to find under the tree. Don't forget to bring your camera. This very popular Trolley program fills up early!
Photo Courtesy Park District of Oak Park
Olympia Fields
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
2019 Date to be advised
Times: 12:45pm to 6pm
Trip Departs: Olympia Fields Metra Station
Cor. 203rd Street & Kedzie Avenue
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
Sponsor: Olympia Fields Park District
For additional information: (708) 481-7313
registration required
For additional information click on this LINK
Cost: $15 per person
The exciting Polar Express story will be read on the train on the way to the North Pole (Chicago). There will be cookies, hot chocolate, songs and games. Santa will be with us on the return trip with gifts for all the boys and girls. While in Chicago you can enjoy the city on your own for approximately three hours, and take a tour of the popular downtown holiday sites.
Orland Park
Santa's North Pole Express
Friday, December 6th & Saturday December 7th, 2019
143rd Street & Southwest Highway
Orland Park Park, IL 60462
Sponsor: Orland Park Recreation
For information: (708) 403-7275
registration required - deadline November 16th
Available for all ages
For additional information click on this LINK
Cost: $18 residents; $26 non-residents
All aboard! The Orland Park Polar Express trip includes Santa and Mrs. Claus. There will be holiday treats, crafts and a special golden ticket for the conductor to stamp. A popular holiday story will be read on the way to the North Pole (Oak Lawn) and there will be singing and holiday music on the way home. Be sure to have a camera because there will be time for pictures at the North Pole. This trip is sold out both days.
Photo courtesy Orland Park Recreation & Parks Department
Oswego
Santa on the Oswego Holiday Trolley Express
Thursday, December 12th, Friday, December 13th, Saturday December 14th, Sunday, December 15th, 2019
Times: Thursday 6pm
Friday 4pm & 6pm
Saturday 2pm, 4pm and 6pm
Sunday 2pm, 4pm and 6pm
Trips departs: Santa Station South Point
810 Preston Lane
Oswego, IL 60543
Sponsor: Oswegoland Park District
(630) 554-1010
Registration required
For additional information click on the following LINK
Cost: $15 residents; $25 non-residents
Enjoy the Polar Express story on the way to the North Pole where you will meet Santa Claus, see real reindeer and sip hot cocoa and warm yourself by the fire. These Holiday Trolley Express trips are not train rides, they are motorized trolley trips.
Palatine
Palatine North Pole Express
Saturday, December 7th, 2019 Times:11am - 2:30pm
Trips departs: Palatine Union Pacific Station 137 West Wood Palatine, IL 60067
Sponsor: Palatine Park District
(847) 991-0333
pre-registration required
For additional information click on this LINK
Cost: $24 resident; $30 non-residents;
Palatine children and their parents get to take the journey to the North Pole, Woodstock Illinois where they will be meeting Santa Claus. There will be cookie decorating and holiday stories and a special treat for the little ones during the stay in Woodstock. Please note, this is a very popular trip and sells out quickly
Photo courtesy Palatine Park District
Park Ridge
Santa on the Park Ridge Holiday Express
2019 Dates not yet available
Times: 8:30am to 11am
Trip departs: Park Ridge Dee Road Metra Station 950 Busse Highway, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Sponsor: Park Ridge Recreation & Park District
(847) 692-5127
registration required
www.prparks.org
Cost: $21 resident; $31 non-residents Hop on the Holiday Express where Park Ridge children and their parents get to take the journey to Santa's barn, Harvard, Illinois. Enjoy refreshments, holiday games and Christmas Carols. Santa joins in the fun on these trips both ways. These trips are very popular and fill up quickly.
Plainfield
Santa on the Journey to the North Pole
Friday, December 13th Saturday, December 14th, 2019
Times: 5pm to 7:40pm - there are multiple wagon departures starting at 5pm
Four Seasons Park
22500 Lockport Street - West of I-55
Plainfield, IL 60544
Sponsor: Plainfield Park District
For information: (815) 436-8812 Ext. 35
registration required
For additional information https://www.plfdparks.org
Cost: Residents - $9 - non-residents - $12
Put on something warm and get ready to journey to the North Pole on a wagon ride. Along the way some holiday songs will be sung. Upon arrival you’ll find Santa and his elves waiting to see the kids. Cookies and cocoa will be served by the campfire and there will be a silver bell for each child. Please note these are not real trips on a train, these are hayrack wagon trips at Four Seasons Park.
Round Lake
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Saturday, December 14th, 2019
Time: - 1:56pm
Trip departs: Round Lake Metra Station
Route 134 and Cedar Lake Road
Round Lake, IL 60073
Sponsor: Round Lake Area Park District
Park District contact Jessica Desends
(847) 546-8558
Registration required - begins October 8th for residents
& October 22nd for non-residents
Age 1 year and up
www.roundlakeareaparkdistrict.org
Cost: $22 residents & non-residents
Take a trip on the magical Polar Express Storytime Train to the North Pole—Round Lake to Fox Lake and back. The children will hear the classic story, sing Christmas songs, enjoy snacks and best of all, ride back with Santa Claus. Space is very limited for this event–book early.
Skokie
Santa on the North Pole Express
Saturday, November 30h, 2019
Times: Two trips - 9am and 1pm
Trips departs: Glenview Metra Station
1021 Depot Avenue
Glenview, IL
Sponsor: Skokie Park District
9300 Weber Park Place
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 674-1500
registration required
Cost: $17 residents; $19 non-residents
www.SkokieParkDistrict.org
Hop on Skokie’s North Pole Express (leaving from the Glenview Metra Station) to the North Pole (also known as Fox Lake) and enjoy cookies and chocolate milk. Enjoy carols and chocolate milk. Santa gets on the train at the North Pole and rides back with the kids. Space is limited—early registration recommended.
South Elgin
Santa on the South Elgin Polar Express
Friday, December 13th, Saturday, November 30th, December 14th & 28th,
Sunday, November 24th, December 1st ,15th & 29th plus Tuesday, December 24th, 2019
Departure Times: 2:05pm, 3:15pm, 4:25pm, 5:35pm and 6:45pm
Trips departs: Fox River Trolley Museum
Sponsor: Fox River Trolley Museum
Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve station
361 S. LaFox Street—Illinois Route 31
South Elgin, IL 6017
(312) 473-0993 For additional information check the foxvalleytrolley.org
email for reservation questions: foxtrolleytickets@foxtrolley.org
Cost: Email or call the museum for the various ticket prices
This is another opportunity for children to make the exciting trip to the North Pole where they will find Santa waiting at the Fox River Trolley Museum. There will be caroling, cocoa, entertainment, cookies and a small gift for each child. This trip is approximately one hour long.
Photo courtesy Fox River Trolley Museum
St. Charles
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Saturday, November 30th & December 7th
Sunday, December 1st & 8th, 2019
Times: check with the park district for times
LaFox Metra Station
40 West 999 Keslinger Road
Kane County, IL
Sponsor: St. Charles Park District
(630) 584-1055
registration required
www.stcparks.org
Cost: $29 - non-residents $44 Catch a train ride to meet the jolly 'ol fellow and enjoy a delicious meal with your family at Gino's East in Wheaton. Santa will share his favorite story, the Polar Express. Don't wait to book, these trips all fill up early.
Santa on the St. Charles Polar Express
Streamwood
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Trolley
Tuesay, December 17th, 2019
Times: Check with the Streamwood Park District for departure times
Tickets must be purchased in person at
the Park Place registration counter
550 S Park Blvd, Streamwood, IL 60107
Sponsor: Streamwood Park District
Contact Lauren Kabrick - (630) 483-3132
registration required http://www.spdcares.com
LJochem@spdcares.com for more info.
Cost: Check with the park district
Based on the book The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg, the Streamwood Park District Polar Express Storytime Trolley will be heading to the North Pole. Hear the story of The Polar Express, sing Christmas Carols, and meet you know who at the North Pole. This is a trip for all good boys, girls, and their parents. A snack and juice will be provided for all participants at the North Pole. Have your cameras ready. Each child will have an opportunity to meet with Santa and receive a goody bag. Please remember to dress for the weather; as this is an outdoor trip. All ages are welcome.
Photo courtesy Streamwood Park District
Tinley Park
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Sunday, December 8th, 2019
Train Departure Times: 11:18 am, 1:18 pm & 3:18 pm
Trips departs: Tinley Park Metra Station
18001 S. 80th Avenue
Tinley Park, IL 60477
Sponsor: Tinley Park Park District
(708) 342-4200
registration required, online registration not available
www.tinleyparkdistrict.org
Cost: Residents $15
non-residents $20
Tinley Park has an exciting Polar Express Storytime Train trip to the North Pole (Joliet) where the children will meet Santa Claus. The Polar Express story will be read on the outward trip while the little ones enjoy Christmas cookies. The merriment continues on the ride back with Santa. Remember to bring a camera. Children 9 months or younger don't need a ticket. This program is very popular - book early.
Union
Santa at the Happy Holiday Railway in Union
Monday, December 23rd, Friday, November 29th & December 20th, Saturday, November 23rd & 30th, December 7th, 14th & 21st,
Sunday, November 24th, December 1st, 8th & 15th & 22nd, 2019
Times: check with the museum for times
Sponsor: Illinois Railway Museum
7000 Olson Road
Union, IL 60180
(815) 923-4391
www.irm.org
Cost: $20 per person - for additional information
For four special weekends in November and December children and families get to take an exciting train trip through dramatic and strikingly beautiful light displays to visit Santa Claus and his elves on the train. During the trip there will be hot chocolate and cookies. At the end of the 40 minute ride, kids will receive a small gift from the old fellow. Tickets are on sale online. Plan to arrive no earlier than 30 minutes before your scheduled trip. Note—passes are not honored for this event. The museum grounds and buildings are not open on these days.
Graphic courtesy Illinois Railway Museum
Vernon Hills
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Saturday, December 14th, 2019
Trip Times
9:42 am - 11:10 am
11:42 am - 1:10 pm
1:42 pm - 3:10 pm
Trips departs: Libertyville Metra Station
200 W. Lake Street
(Lake Street at Milwaukee Avenue)
Sponsor: Vernon Hills Park District
(847) 996-6935
www.vhparkdistrict.org/
Cost: Residents: $20 - non-residents $25, children must be 2 or older
This Polar Express ride takes everyone from the Libertyville Metra Station to the North Pole (Fox Lake) where you will meet with Santa Claus and he will ride back with you. There will be the "Polar Express" story based on the book by Chris Van Allsburg. In addition there will be plenty of fun and goodies for everyone. Please note—this event is sure to sell out!
Santa boarding the Vernon Hills Polar Express
Photo courtesy Vernon Hills Park District
Warrenville
Santa on the Warrenville Polar Express Train
Sunday, December 15th, 2019
Times: 4:20pm to 5:20pm & 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Trip departs: Fox River Trolley Museum
Fox River Trolley Museum
Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve station
361 S. LaFox Street—Illinois Route 31
South Elgin, IL 6017
Sponsor: Warrenville Park District
3 S 260 Warren Avenue
Warrenville, IL 60555
(630) 393-7279
registration required
www.warrenvilleparks.org
Cost: Adults and children $38 per ticket
The Polar Express story comes alive on this trip they will find Santa waiting at the North Pole River Trolley Museum. There will be songs, hot chocolate, entertainment, cookies and a good time for all the children. All ages are welcome. Book early for this popular program.
Photo courtesy Warrenville Park District
West Chicago
Santa on the West Chicago Polar Express
Saturday, December 14th & Sunday, December 15th, 2019
Times: 2 trains both days Train #1 1:15pm - 3:15pm
Train #2 5:15pm - 7:15pm Please arrive at least 10 minutes early.
Trips depart: West Chicago Train Station, 508 West Main Street
West Chicago IL 60185
Sponsor: West Chicago Park District
For information: contact Mary Lester 630-231-9474 email: mlester@we-goparks.org
www.we-goparks.org
Registration required
Cost: Residents - $18; non-residents $23
All aboard! Your journey is about to begin. This trip is based on the book “The Polar Express”, by Chris Van Alsburg and will be going from West Chicago to the North Pole. Enjoy the “The Polar Express” story, the legend of Santa Claus, sing Christmas carols, and meet you-know-who at the North Pole. Each child will receive a drink, cookies, and a gift from Santa. Children can wear pajamas and bring a teddy bear. Please note, this event always sells out!
Photo courtesy West Chicago Park District
Westmont
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Saturday, December 7th, 2019
Times: 11 am to 12:30 pm & 3 pm to 4:30 pm
Trips departs: Westmont Metra Train Station
1 West Quincy Street (Quincy & N. Cass Avenue)
Sponsor: Westmont Park District
Westmont Center
1 S. Cass Avenue
Westmont, IL 60559
(630) 963-5252
registration required - Deadline Nov. 30th
www.westmontparks.org
Cost: Residents $18; non-residents $29
Everyone meets at the Westmont Center where the “Polar Express” by Chris Van Allsburg will be read. The next stop is the Westmont Metra Train Station for the trip to the North Pole—Aurora, where the kids will meet Santa and his elves and enjoy refreshments. There will be music and entertainment on the return trip.
Photo courtesy Wesmont Park Distric
Wheaton
Santa on the Wheaton Santa Express
Saturday, December 7th & Sunday, December 15th, 2019
Times: Clheck the Museum website for times
Trip departs: Wheaton Metra Train Station
402 W. Front Street
Wheaton, Illinois 60187
Sponsors: DuPage County Historical Museum and Wheaton Park District
Cost: $20
Join Kidz Kingdom and the DuPage County Historical Museum for a very special train ride. All aboard as the train departs the Wheaton station for a special visit to the "North Pole" with Santa. Come dressed in your pajamas and enjoy milk and cookies while you listen to stories and sing Christmas carols. Take photos with Santa while you tell him what you want for Christmas! Please note: These trips are very popular and sell out early.
Photo courtesy Wheaton Park Distric
Willowbrook
Santa on the Polar Express Storytime Train
Sunday, December 15th, 2019
Two trains: 9am to 12:55pm & 1pm to 4:55pm
Trips departs: Hinsdale Metra Train Station
21 E. Hinsdale Avenue
Hinsdale, IL 60521
Sponsor: Willowbrook Parks & Recreation Department
For information call the
Burr Ridge Park District (630) 920-1969
www.willowbrookil.org
Pre-registration required
Cost: $53 residents, $58 non-residents
Enjoy a holiday favorite—a trip from the Hinsdale train station to the North Pole where everyone will enjoy a buffet breakfast. Here the children meet with Santa, have a picture taken and enjoy holiday crafts and entertainment plus they take home a gift. This program is done in cooperation with the Burr Ridge Park District.
Winfield
Santa on the Christmas City Express
Sunday, December 8th, 2019
Time: 5:15pm - 7:45pm
Trip departs: Fox River Trolley Museum Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve station
361 S. LaFox Street—Illinois Route 31
South Elgin, IL 6017
Sponsor: Winfield Park District
(630) 653-3811 ext. 115 Abbie Bryant
registration required
www.winfieldparkdistrict.com
Cost: $36 residents, $41 non-residents
Kids, get on the Christmas City ExpressExpress, see Santa and have a great time. Snack snacking on cookies and cocoa, hear theChristmas City Express story and sing Christmas songs. There will be plenty of time for pictures and visits with Santa.
Santa on the Winfield Polar Express Storytime Train
Saturday, December 14th, 2019
Time: 2:45 - 4pm
Trip departs: Fox River Trolley Museum
Jon J. Duerr Forest Preserve station
361 S. LaFox Street—Illinois Route 31
South Elgin, IL 6017
Sponsor: Winfield Park District
(630) 653-3811 ext. 115 Abbie Bryant
registration required
www.winfieldparkdistrict.com
Cost: $36 residents, $41 non-residents
Kids, get on the Polar Express and have a magical trip to the North Pole. Snack snacking on cookies and cocoa, hear the Polar Express story and sing Christmas songs. There will be plenty of time for pictures and visits with Santa.
Note—This trip books up quickly.
Wood Dale
Train Ride with Santa in Wood Dale
Saturday, December 7th, 2019
Times: Check with the park district for tor times.
Trip departs: Wooddale Metra Train station
199 Division Street Wood Dale, IL 60191
Sponsor: Wood Dale Park District
(630) 595-9333
registration required
http://wooddaleparkdistrict.org
Cost: Call the Wooddale Park District
Join a memorable holiday train ride to the North Pole. Children will enjoy milk and cookies as well as a special visit with Santa on the train. The Polar Express story will be read during the trip. Note this trip is sure to sell out.
Please note—all of the above events are subject to change without notice
