All aboard the North Pole Express in Grapevine for an enchanted adventure that takes passengers beyond a magical train ride to the North Pole! Boarding begins at the Cotton Belt Depot in the city known as the “Christmas Capital of Texas.” Here’s what guests will experience:

The North Pole Express features vintage engines that delight passengers of all ages.

Grapevine Vintage Railroad/Facebook Locomotives could feature either “Puffy,” an 1896 steam engine or “Vinny,” a 1953 diesel engine.

Excitement and anticipation begins with boarding, which happens about 30 minutes prior to departure time.

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Erik Weibust/Flickr The beautifully decorated Victorian Rail coaches promise comfortable seating on the ride!

Friendly conductors are part of the charm.

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Kids are encouraged to ride in pajamas or in festive holiday wear.

Grapevine Vintage Railroad/Facebook Santa’s helpers will lead passengers with singing Christmas songs and building holiday cheer.

Dave Hensley/Flickr The adventure promises fun for holiday believers of all ages.

Mrs. Claus personally provides each child with a “We Believe” silver Santa bell.

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Once the North Pole is reached, guests depart and walk along a snowy Christmas Tree forest.

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Guests are treated to special entertainment at Santa’s Workshop while enjoying some of Santa’s special hot chocolate in a keepsake mug.

Dave Hensley/Flickr Families also receive a free group photo.

After the train adventure has ended, passengers are encouraged to walk along Main Street and partake in additional holiday activities around the depot area.

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Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased online at the Grapevine Vintage Railroad. Keep checking back on availability or additional train times if sold out, as updates may occur. Plan on about two hours to fully enjoy the North Pole experience.

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Locomotives could feature either “Puffy,” an 1896 steam engine or “Vinny,” a 1953 diesel engine.

Dave Hensley/Flickr

Erik Weibust/Flickr

The beautifully decorated Victorian Rail coaches promise comfortable seating on the ride!

Santa’s helpers will lead passengers with singing Christmas songs and building holiday cheer.

The adventure promises fun for holiday believers of all ages.

Families also receive a free group photo.

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