Grapevine Vintage Railroad: Santa's North Pole Express
Through Dec 30Nov 27 – Dec 30 · 11:30 AM – 8:30 PM · Nov 27 – Dec 30, 2026. Daily departure times at 11:30 AM, 1:30 PM, 3:30 PM, 5:30 PM, and 7:30 PM. No departures on Dec 3, 24, or 25. Advance reservations mandatory.
Grapevine Vintage Railroad705 S Main St, Grapevine, TX 76051 · 19.8 mi approx. from Dallas–Fort WorthDirections
All ages (lap riders under 2 require $6 lap pass; vintage train coaches stroller accessible at depot)
From $45Tickets $45–$50 per person sold by two-passenger bench ($90–$100 total per bench); $6 Lap Rider ticket for infants under 2.
About this adventure
Boarding at the historic Grapevine Depot, the beloved Santa's North Pole Express is the signature holiday railway tradition of the 'Christmas Capital of Texas.' Families travel aboard authentic, beautifully decorated 1920s vintage rail coaches as festive Christmas elves Holly and Frosty lead energetic holiday carols and lively holiday sing-alongs. During the scenic excursion to the North Pole, every guest is served Mrs. Claus's famous warm chocolate chip cookies alongside Frosty Chocolate Snow Milk poured into a collectible souvenir mug. Upon arrival at Santa's enchanting North Pole workshop, Santa Claus boards the vintage coaches to personally greet each child and present every young rider with a handcrafted silver sleigh bell to take home. The festive family journey concludes with a commemorative printed family photo with Santa at the Grapevine Christmas Market General Store. Advance online booking is required, as this cherished North Texas holiday experience sells out rapidly each autumn.
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