🎄 All Aboard for a Magical Holiday Journey! 🎅
Watson’s Christmas Express
November 29 – December 21
(Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays — for ages 2 and up)
Step into a winter wonderland and let your holiday spirit soar aboard Watson’s Christmas Express! From twinkling lights to jolly tunes and the scent of roasting s’mores in the air, this is the ultimate festive experience for families and believers of all ages.
We’re spreading holiday cheer with two delightful ways to enjoy the magic:
🎁 VIP Package – The Ultimate Polar Adventure!
Make your season bright with the full Christmas Express experience. Advance registration guarantees your time slot and all the magical extras!
✨ Gather around for a cozy reading of The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg
🎨 Create a keepsake holiday craft
🚂 Board the train bound for the North Pole to meet Santa himself — and receive a special gift!
🔥 Warm up at the campfire circle with s’mores and unlimited hot chocolate while singing your favorite holiday carols
🛌 Kids are encouraged to wear their pajamas for the full Polar Express magic!
Cost: $20 per person (adults must also register)
❄️ General Admission – Choose Your Own Adventure!
Looking for a more flexible way to join the fun? Come during general admission and build your perfect holiday experience from our festive menu!
🚂 $15 – Train ride to the North Pole to visit Santa
🔥 $5 – Toast s’mores (1 per person) and enjoy unlimited hot chocolate
General admission runs from 5:00–6:30 p.m. on event days. First-come, first-served — no advance registration.
📅 Event Dates
Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays from November 29 – December 21
Friday, November 29
Saturday, November 30
Sunday, December 1
Friday, December 5
Saturday, December 6
Sunday, December 7
Friday, December 12
Saturday, December 13
Sunday, December 14
Friday, December 19
Saturday, December 20
Sunday, December 21
⏰ Available Time Slots
5:00–6:15 p.m.
5:30–6:45 p.m.
6:00–7:15 p.m.
6:30–7:45 p.m.
7:00–8:15 p.m.
(General admission closes at 6:30 p.m.)
🎟️ Reserve your spot today:
👉 Register at wichita.gov/656/Watsons-Christmas-Express
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