All aboard! The Holiday Train is leaving the station and Santa awaits. Bring the Polar Express alive with a magical holiday ride at one of these Metro Detroit and Michigan destinations.
Holiday Express (Clinton Township)
Clinton Township Recreation and the Michigan Transit Museum recreate the magical Holiday Express train ride for children of all ages. The Polar Express story will be read as the train begins its journey, while families feast on hot chocolate & cookies, sing carols and more! The train boards at Joy Park on 24001 Joy Boulevard, south of Hall Road and east of Gratiot. Get tickets
The train to see Santa runs every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday until Christmas at Spicer Orchard. Santa will be available for photos at the workshop and Mrs. Claus is on hand to help with the camera if needed. After your special visit, warm up with cider and donuts around the bonfire as you recount the fun had with Santa! You can also stock up on more sweet treats and holiday goodies from the Spicer Market. Get tickets
Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad (Flint)
Make memories to last all year when the spirit of the season fills the streets and shops of Crossroads Village, with thousands of lights sparkling. Join friends and family for an evening ride on the Huckleberry Railroad and watch Village artisans make vintage crafts. Get tickets
All aboard! The train is leaving the station and Santa awaits. Bring the Polar Express alive with a magical holiday ride at one of these metro Detroit destinations.
Our vintage train has a special seat reserved just for the Big Guy and his friends and all the kids get to meet him. Our story-telling princess will read Christmas-themed books to the children in each of the decorated railcars. Get tickets
Little River Railroad (Coldwater)
Visit with Santa Claus aboard the train. Steam powered train ride. Dress for weather! Approximately 1 hour and 15 minute train ride. Get tickets
Head to Midland during the holiday season for a completely FREE 10-15 minute train ride around the city and see a Christmas lights display or two around this pretty mid-Michigan city.
Peacock Road Family Farm (Laingsburg)
Take a train ride on the Peacock Express to see Santa and Mrs. Claus at their cabin in the woods. The train leaves the station every half hour. You will travel pass the Peacock Far, herd of reindeer, go over the river and through the woods to reach Santa’s cabin. Watch carefully, Santa will be waiting for you as you come around the bend. Get Tickets
Southern Michigan Railroad (Tecumseh)
Take a 30 minute train ride to see Santa, spend about an hour visiting and then take a 30-minute ride back. Trains are nearly 100 years old and not heated so bundle up for a weekend adventure beginning the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Get tickets
This holiday season put on your favorite pajamas or 1940s/50s attire and join us for a nostalgic journey to the Christmas of yesteryear when you climb aboard the North Pole Express, pulled by the world-famous Pere Marquette 1225! Depart from the Steam Railroading Institute in Owosso for a four and a half hour, round trip excursion to the Village of Ashley’s Country Christmas. The North Pole Express for the 2023 season is now sold out except for our newest addition, the Frank Thomson Private Car, which is still available to book by calling 989-720-3957. Please note individual seats are sold out except for the rental of the Frank Thomson Private Car.
Henry Ford Museum Lionel Train Display (Dearborn)
The giant Lionel train display has 435 feet of track lined with tiny versions of historic buildings and figures, plus seasonal engines, handcars and lights. Get Tickets
Photo credit: Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
