Surprise your child with Polar Express Tickets
THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride South Devon Railway Is a magical event for all the family, but keeping the Polar Express tickets a surprise closer to the magic of Christmas can be tough. With the help of some brilliant ideas we’ve heard from you over the last few years, here are some quick and simple ways you can reveal the big surprise! If you are still looking to book Polar Express tickets you can do!
Ideas for The Polar Express Tickets
There are so many special ways to surprise your child with THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride and make the reveal just as magical as the journey itself.
Treasure Hunt Adventure
Create a short treasure hunt with four or five clues hidden around the house. Each clue leads to the next until your child finds an envelope containing your booking information.
Polar Express Arts & Crafts Day
Spend the day doing themed crafts, letting your children draw, paint or create decorations inspired by the story. The fun builds excitement and leads naturally to the big reveal.
Read the story
Bedtime Storybook Note
Slip a handwritten note inside a bedtime storybook. When your child turns to the marked page, they discover the wonderful message that a magical train ride awaits.
Family Movie Night Reveal
Plan a cosy movie night and put on The Polar Express. Just before the film starts, hand your child an envelope with the date and time of your trip to build excitement and anticipation.
Letter from Santa
Send your child a personalised letter from Santa inviting them to board THE POLAR EXPRESS™ and travel to the North Pole. This adds a magical touch straight from Santa himself.
Creative Gift Reveals
Festive Gift Box Surprise
Place your booking confirmation inside a decorated gift box filled with festive tissue paper, a small toy train and a sachet of hot chocolate. When your child opens it, the surprise feels magical and exciting.
Christmas Tree Ornament Reveal
Hang a special ornament shaped like a train, bell or star on the Christmas tree. Attach a small tag that reveals the date of your POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride. When your child spots it, the surprise becomes part of the holiday decorations.
Puzzle Message Reveal
Create a simple puzzle with the message “We’re going on THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride!” printed on it. Once your child completes the puzzle, the magical surprise is revealed piece by piece.
The Polar Express at South Devon Railway
Whichever special way you choose to reveal the big surprise - whether it’s with a mischievous Elf on the Shelf, a fun arts and crafts day, a gift box of festive treats, or even a magical letter from Santa himself - we hope your family has the most unforgettable experience. We can’t wait to welcome you aboard THE POLAR EXPRESS™ Train Ride at South Devon Railway 2026!
Official Merchandise
Official THE POLAR EXPRESS Train Ride merchandise is available to purchase from North Pole Trading.
