Tickets Now Available for a Magical Holiday Experience at the Oklahoma Railway Museum
(Oklahoma City, OK) — The Oklahoma Railway Museum is gearing up for the return of THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride, opening this Friday, November 14th. This immersive, family-friendly holiday experience invites guests to step into the classic Christmas story and relive the magic of the beloved film. In 2024, the event hosted over 1.7 million riders across 58 locations worldwide, including the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Australia. Departures in Oklahoma City begin November 14, 2025, and continue through December 28, 2025. Tickets are on sale now at www.okcthepolarexpressride.com, and popular dates and times are expected to sell out quickly.
The adventure comes to life when the train departs for a round-trip journey to the North Pole led by a cast of talented actors. Set to the sounds of the motion picture soundtrack, passengers will relive the magic of the classic story as they are whisked away on THE POLAR EXPRESS™ for a one-hour trip to meet Santa. Once on board, the conductor will work his way through the coach and punch golden tickets before hot chocolate and a delicious cookie are served by dancing chefs. Passengers then read along with the classic children’s book, The Polar Express, by Chris Van Allsburg. Santa and his helpers board the train to greet passengers, and each guest is given the first gift of Christmas. During the trip, characters on each car lead fantastic onboard entertainment – just like in the film! Each guest will take home a keepsake sleigh bell and souvenir golden ticket in addition to the wonderful memories made on this magical trip. Just like the kids in the book, families are encouraged to wear their pajamas for the ride!
What’s Back This Season
Sensory Friendly Trips: We will host a sensory friendly departure on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025, at 1:30pm. These departures will feature lower volume levels, limited lighting effects, and other special accommodations.
Date Times and Prices
Exact dates, times, and fares are available by visiting okcthepolarexpressride.com. Ticket prices range from $62 to $92 (Adult) and $54 to $86 (Child 2-11), depending on the date and time of the ride. This venue uses All-In Pricing - the total price listed includes ticket fees and taxes.
Credentialed press members and influencers covering the event are welcome to complimentary tickets during opening night. Please contact Teresa Craft at tcraft@raileventsinc.com to reserve tickets for your group if you qualify.
About THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride
Official THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Rides are licensed by Rail Events Inc. on behalf of Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences (WBDGE) since 2007, Rail Events Inc. has held an exclusive license to operate THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Rides in the US, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia.
About THE POLAR EXPRESS Book
THE POLAR EXPRESS film is based on Chris Van Allsburg’s classic Christmas picture book, which tells the story of a boy who takes a magical Christmas Eve train ride to the North Pole to receive a special gift from Santa. First published by the Houghton Mifflin Company in 1985, The Polar Express became an instant family favorite and has sold more than 12 million copies worldwide. In 1986 it won the prestigious Caldecott Medal for Illustration.
About Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences (WBDGE) is a worldwide leader in the creation, development, licensing and operating of location-based entertainment based on the biggest franchises, stories, and characters from Warner Bros.’ world-renowned film, television, animation, and games studios, HBO, Discovery, Cartoon Network and more. WBDGE is home to the groundbreaking locations of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal theme parks around the world, award-winning Warner Bros. Studio Tour locations in London, Hollywood, and Tokyo, the iconic Harry Potter New York flagship store, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, The WB Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS Experience, The Game of Thrones Studio Tour and countless other experiences inspired by Harry Potter, DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo, Game of Thrones, FRIENDS and more. WBDGE is part of Warner Bros. Discovery’s Revenue & Strategy division.
About Rail Events Inc.
Rail Events Inc. is the industry leader in rail-related special events management. In 2024, the company licensed events that hosted over 1.7 million guests at 58 partner railroads in the US, Canada, UK, and Australia. Rail Events Inc. and Rail Events Productions are wholly owned subsidiaries of American Heritage Railways, which is the premier operator of heritage railroads in the United States.
About The Oklahoma Railway Museum
The Oklahoma Railway Museum allows you to experience history in motion, with an educational experience of railroads and how they shaped Oklahoma and the Nation.