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Polar Express
All-aboard at the Mount Prospect train station. We’ll stop at the North Pole’s train station for more winter fun! Each child will receive a little gift to remind them of the River Trails Excursion! .
Check in is at 1 pm at the Mount Prospect Train Station (13 E Northwest Hwy, Mt Prospect, IL 60056). Do not be late. Allow time to park. Parking fee is $2.00 and is not included in your registration. Train departs at 1:16 pm and arrives in the North Pole (Cary, IL) at 1:48 pm. Once at the North Pole there will be visit from Santa, holiday music, hot chocolate, a treat, holiday coloring craft and photo opportunity. Each registered child receives a goody bag.
Train leaves the North Pole at 2:54pm and arrives back to Mount Prospect at 3:24 pm. Remember to dress warm, holiday pajamas are encouraged. Staff will be wearing Santa hats and will check your family into the event inside at the Mount Prospect Train Station.
For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Polar Express Train Rides, Holiday Express, Santa Train and Santa Trolleys.
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