Get ready for the most enchanting journey of the season — the St. Nick Express, a whimsical train ride and breakfast adventure that will transport you straight into the heart of holiday magic!
Saturday, December 13th, 2025 6:15AM
A NORTH POLE ADVENTURE AWAITS!
Interactive Train Ride – It’s not just a ride... it’s an immersive holiday experience! Take the Amtrak from Carbondale straight to the North Pole. You’re welcomed by Elves, The Conductor, Elsa, and a singing chorus!
Star-Studded Cast – The One the only, Santa! Along with Elsa, Olaf, The Grinch (shh this is a surprise), elves, a caroling chorus - The Little Egypt Barbershop Chorus, and more!
Breakfast & Dancing – Enjoy a mouthwatering breakfast spread at St. Nicholas Brewing Company that both kids and adults enjoy. But this doesn’t last long, dancing, sing alongs, and everyone’s favorite- the conga line - gets the little ones out of their seat with non stop fun.
Exclusive Goodies – Each kiddo receives a goody bag filled with things like a golden ticket punched by the Polar Express conductor, jingle bells, and other goodies. And each family takes home a commemorative ornament!
Photos – A festive photo area will be available for you to take family photos with Santa and all the other characters.
You have 2 options to start this adventure and must choose while purchasing!
Option 1: Meet us at St. Nicholas Brewing Co. in Du Quoin, Illinois between 6AM and 6:15AM sharp
Option 2: Meet us at Carbondale Amtrak Station 7AM Sharp (We will board the St. Nick Express here and have a bus to return you to the train station after the event).
More details to follow after your purchase!
Everyone MUST have a ticket!
TICKETS GO ON SALE WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 12TH 8AM
$75 GENERAL ADMISSION
$10 LAP RIDERS 2 & UNDER
You may also like the following events from St. Nicholas Brewing Company:
- Next Friday, 28th November, 11:00 am, St. Nick Brew Co Presents: 12 Beers of Christmas - Release Date 1 in Du Quoin
- Next Saturday, 29th November, 06:15 am, St. Nick Express - 1st Train Ride of the Season: November 29th in Du Quoin
- Next Saturday, 29th November, 10:00 am, Jingle Jam with Kris Kringle - November 29, 2025 in Du Quoin
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