All aboard for a fun trip to visit Santa! The “Polar Express” miniature train (aka Watson’s Christmas Express) will be running at Watson Park several times during the holiday season.
The adventure begins each night with a reading of the popular children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg, The Polar Express. The story will be followed by a craft, then riding the train at Watson Park to the North Pole to see Santa!
Kids are encouraged to wear pajamas, just like the boy in the book!
During the event, both parents and kids will enjoy stopping at the campfire for s’mores and hot chocolate and singing holiday songs. This fun holiday activity is for kids ages 2 and up.
Tickets for Polar Express / aka Watson’s Christmas Express at Watson Park
Tickets sell fast. To attend, register online at the Recreation department’s website.
Adults must register themselves as well as the kids. The fee is $16 per person, and an adult must attend with the kids.
There are different time slots to choose from, depending on the date. They have spots that begin as early as 5 p.m. It looks like the latest time slot begins at 7 p.m. later in December.
Watson Christmas Express Schedule
The Polar Express will be running at various times on the following dates:
Please note: If new or greater restrictions are put in place for Kansas or Sedgwick County, some events may be canceled. Please use the links we provide in each post to double-check all events before you go.
- November 27 & 28, 2020
- December 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, & 20, 2020
Again, to get your ticket on the Polar Express, register online!
Related:
- Christmas Lights Displays in and near Wichita
- Christmas Events
- Things to Do During Winter Break in Wichita
About the book:
Anniversary Edition of The Polar Express children’s book on Amazon
A 1986 Caldecott Medal winner, written by Chris Van Allsburg.
“A young boy, lying awake one Christmas Eve, is welcomed aboard a magical trip to the North Pole…
Through dark forests, over tall mountains, and across a desert of ice, the Polar Express makes its way to the city atop the world, where the boy will make his Christmas wish.
For millions of readers worldwide, this mysterious journey to the North Pole has become a beloved classic. “
P.S. The Polar Express story was also made into an animated movie starring Tom Hanks.
The Polar Express movie, starring Tom Hanks, at Amazon
Your guide to Wichita holidays on the cheap!
Special Holiday Events:
- Day-by-day guide to Christmas and holiday events in and near Wichita
- Horse-drawn Carriage Rides
- Where to Visit Santa around Wichita
- Christmas Craft Shows and Holiday Markets
Holiday Gift-Giving:
- How to make the holidays special when you can't afford big presents
- Non-Toy Gift Ideas
- Find Unique Gifts at these Local Wichita Shops
- Great Local Gifts Under $20
Christmas Attractions:
- Wichita Christmas Light Displays
- Botanica Illuminations
- Fulton Valley Farms A Country Christmas
- Christmas Tree Farms
Upcoming Holiday Events in Wichita
Tuesday, December 1, 2020
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
Thursday, December 3, 2020
Friday, December 4, 2020
Saturday, December 5, 2020
Sunday, December 6, 2020
Monday, December 7, 2020
Updates:
We interrupt your summer to bring you an important message: tickets to Wichita Park & Recreation’s Polar Express are on sale, and the time to get them is now. Tickets sell out so quickly.
(I don’t have an inside track – pun intended – on Polar Express tickets. I just looked through the registrations the same way anyone else would and that’s what I saw today.)
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