# The Polar Express Train Ride at California State Railroad Museum > Event for families in the Sacramento–Roseville–Folsom area (CA). Times are Pacific Time. - When: Nov 20 – Dec 21 · 3:30 PM - Where: California State Railroad Museum, 125 I St, Sacramento, CA 95814 - Ages: All ages (Lap infants under 2 free) - Price: $50-$85 per ticket depending on coach or first class; Free for lap infants under 2 - Organizer: California State Railroad Museum Foundation - Official page: https://www.californiarailroad.museum/ - Last checked: Thu, Nov 5 Source: Grassy Knees is a directory of real family events, places and programs for kids across major U.S. metro areas, where every listing is researched from the organizer’s own page and shows the date we last checked it. https://grassyknees.com covers 42 metro areas as of Nov 11, 2026, with more added regularly. About: https://grassyknees.com/about Freshness: listings are re-checked on a daily research run (latest check 2026-11-10), and new events are added as organizers post them. Sell-outs, weather cancellations and time changes show up on the live page first: https://grassyknees.com/sacramento/activities/the-polar-express-train-ride-at-california-state-railroad-museum--listing-b05c1e41ca1ca4878561af17 ## About Sacramento's premier holiday train adventure, The Polar Express Train Ride departs from the Old Sacramento Central Pacific Railroad Passenger Station for a magical 50-minute journey along the Sacramento River. Passengers are encouraged to wear cozy pajamas as the conductor punches their golden tickets. Dancing chefs serve hot chocolate and sweet cookies while reading along to Chris Van Allsburg's classic story. Santa Claus boards the train to greet every child and present them with the silver sleigh bell of Christmas. Family Experience & Accessibility: • Stroller Accessibility: Historic passenger train cars have narrow doors and steps; stroller check-in is provided at the boarding depot, and wagons/strollers can be retrieved upon return. • Nursing & Rest Spots: The California State Railroad Museum features heated family restrooms with baby changing tables and nursing-friendly exhibits. • Age Suitability: All ages; an unforgettable family experience for infants through grandparents. • Sensory Tips: Authentic steam engine bells and whistles at departure; festive dancing and carol singing inside vintage train cars. ## Similar picks in Sacramento - [Sacramento River Fox Train: Magical Christmas Train & Santa Express](https://grassyknees.com/sacramento/activities/sacramento-river-fox-train-magical-christmas-train-and-santa-express--listing-06d0b9be239637bb605c0b96) — Nov 27 – Dec 27 · 11:00 AM · Sacramento River Fox Train Depot, West Sacramento · All ages · From $59 · checked Nov 5. 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